General Astrology

Jupiter Changes Sign and Full Moon in Capricorn

This is an exciting month with Jupiter, planet of good fortune changing sign on July 17th, and a Full Moon in Capricorn at 20 degrees on July 12th. 
This Full Moon in Capricorn is practical and productive. It’s a great time to get your life organized.

 

 

Good things to do:
  • Look at how you manage your TIME. Work smarter and not harder.
  • Examine your finances and look out for bargains.
  • Take responsibility for everything: your health, work, relationships.
  • Declutter – get rid of anything you no longer need or use.
  • Make survival preparations e.g. store canned and dried goods, water, first-aid kit, electricity back-up, copies of important documents.
  • Decide to do ONE thing at a time and complete it.
  • Face anything unpleasant that you have been avoiding.  

As it’s conjunct to Pluto, something deep may come up that you need to deal with. As it’s also square to Uranus you might feel nervous about taking a new step. 

 

Let me share a personal example:

Whenever something breaks down or goes wrong, my knee-jerk reaction has always been to ask someone to help me. I might try to sort it out myself for a short while, but then give up if it got too hard.  

 

Case in point: today the pilot light on my central heating boiler suddenly went out. There are several men in the house that I can usually call on who will come and sort it out. But nonetheless I got my ladder out and I did try for a few minutes to light it myself – to no avail. So off I went to find a man. No one was home except one who said he’d come by later on.   

 

After waiting over an hour, I got so impatient when he didn’t show up that I decided I would persevere with it until I got the blooming thing to work. So out came the ladder again and I pressed that button so many times until finally the pilot light came on!! Yeah!!~ I did it by myself and I felt so empowered.  

 

I realized that I gotten into the habit of giving up much too soon without forcing myself to go beyond my comfort zone.

 

Is there anywhere in your life where you are giving up too soon?

 

This Full Moon conjunct Pluto and square to Uranus wants you to pull something new out of the hat. Don’t allow fear to stop you. It’s quite amazing what we each have inside of us that is untapped. Now is the time to unearth it. We are stronger and more capable then each of us imagine. 

 

Here’s the Full Moon video:

Full Moon in Capricorn, July 12th 
Full Moon in Capricorn, July 12th

The other big news this month is that Jupiter, planet of expansion, growth and learning, moves out of Cancer and into Leo on July 17th

How will this transit of Jupiter will affect you?
Jupiter in Leo for all signs

And another article about:

The Jupiter in Leo video:

Jupiter in Leo 2014-2015 - How will your luck change?
Jupiter in Leo 2014-2015 – How will your luck change?
Have a productive Full Moon on 12th July, and reward yourself with something fun on 17th July when Jupiter goes into Leo!

 

Jupiter into Leo – How can you benefit?

Jupiter into Leo 2014-2015

 Jupiter, planet of good fortune, abundance and prosperity, goes into Leo on July 17th 2014 until August 12th 2015.

This is very favourable as it will be making a beneficial trine aspect with Uranus in Aries bringing sudden, unexpected events and surprises. This is especially highlighted during the months of September 2014 and March and June of 2015 when this trine becomes exact.

On a personal level, the Fire signs, Aries, Leo and Sagittarius will definitely have a boost this year. For Leos, especially, it will be a time of new beginnings, opportunities and growth. Check out your own chart because you may have some planets in Leo which will be activated by this transit.

Leo rules the heart, so this is the time to open up, and to feel the love inside of you and to share it with others. Think about Leo the lion: it’s regal, it’s very proud and it doesn’t grovel. It’s strong and self-assured.

Become aware of your posture: are you standing tall? Are you breathing deeply and holding your head up high? As soon as you improve your posture, you become more positive and your attitude changes. When you slouch and look downwards, this can lead to depression and negative thoughts. When in doubt, just visualise the lion in the jungle and you’ll regain your regal stance.

Leo is the natural actor of the zodiac and it loves drama and excitement. This is a great time to change your style of dress, to stand out in the way you present yourself, to wear bright, royal colours. Instead of always going out in jeans and a t-shirt, decide to put on something that makes you feel wealthy and confident. If you are going out on a special date or to a party, put your glad rags on and spice yourself up! You never know who you might meet!

This is a great time for manifesting whatever you want in your life. The key to new and exciting opportunities is triggered when you are feeling enthusiastic and inspired. Find your passion. What would make you get up in the morning with a spring in your step? I am very fortunate because I absolutely love astrology. In fact, when I wake up I am instantly thinking about my next video, article, newsletter, reading…. and it’s never boring because there’s always more to learn.

Maybe you have a new business idea you want to launch, maybe you have a hobby you really enjoy that you could turn into a career. There’s tons of free help out there: on the internet, companies and organisations who help you to set up your own business, grants and scholarships for study……this is the year to ignite your creative spark and to work in a field that gives you immense gratification.

On a global level, there are several industries that will be positively affected by this transit of Jupiter in Leo:

Games – the gaming industry.

Comedy – jokes will abound, new comedians and impersonators will appear

Entertainment – this is set to grow exponentially. If you are into acting, drama, music – this could be YOUR YEAR!

Entrepreneurs – we will see a huge growth in start-ups. If you’ve always wanted to start a business, this is the time to do it.

Romance and dating – this industry will blossom so if you’re looking to meet someone new or you’d like a business with great potential, it could be your lucky time.

Children – anything connected with babies, children, teenagers will see growth e.g. gadgets, toys, clothes, education.

Gold is ruled by Leo so it’s likely we’ll see a surge in its price. You might want to buy a small amount now while the price is relatively low.

There are countries having many planets in Leo. Most notable are: India, Pakistan and Iraq. We will be hearing more of these countries in the news during this year.

Keep in mind that Jupiter in Leo wants you to find your unique voice. When you shine, you draw to you all the good things in life. Follow your inspiration and your heart and be the STAR in your life.

 

Jupiter goes into Leo, July 17th

Jupiter into Leo for all the signs

Aries
This is a great year for romance, to meet your soul mate. If you are already in a relationship, you may be discussing marriage or getting more committed. You might decide to have a baby. This is a good year to start a business that is in entertainment, or anything connected with children or games. You will have an opportunity to go on a big trip of a lifetime. This is a year to take risks, to trust your intuition, to think BIG. With the favourable trine to Uranus, you could have a huge breakthrough and achieve sudden success in your field.

Taurus
This year is a turning point for you because whatever seeds you plant now you will reap in 6 years from now. This is a great time to move house, city or even to a different country. Anything concerning real estate and land is under a favourable aspect. This is an excellent time to find your ideal place to live. You may start a successful business from home. You will be blessed by the people around you who will be supportive.

Gemini
This is a wonderful year for networking and connecting with important and influential people. You might host your own tv or radio show, or be interviewed by an important media channel. You’ll have the opportunity to be seen in the public eye, your website can take off and anything with communications brings you luck. It’s a year when you should feel more optimistic, more self-confident and exciting new people will come into your life. Make sure you get out and about to make the most of this expansive transit.

Cancer
If you’ve been working assiduously on your career, this is the year it can really take off. This is a potentially lucrative time financially for you. Visualise your goals as though they have already happened, and take daily action steps to achieve them because this is a great year ahead for you. You may meet someone new with whom you have an instant magical connection. Some extra money could appear without warning. Make sure you declutter in order to make space for it!

Leo
With Jupiter in your sign, this is your year! Be prepared to take risks, to get out of your comfort zone, to stretch yourself in every possible way because it will pay off! You have a wonderful opportunity to meet a romantic partner, or to strengthen an existing relationship. You may go on a second honeymoon. This is your year, so THINK BIG, and put your strong will and intention behind your desires and you can manifest whatever you desire.

Virgo
This year, you may reunite with a past love, make peace with a situation from your past, let go of a great deal of baggage that you’ve been carrying around with you for years. This is a year of trusting your intuition even more and developing your psychic abilities. You could meet someone special who is a healer. This is an excellent time to train in the medical / alternative healing profession. The exciting news is that next year, Jupiter comes into your sign, so this year is a time of endings and planting seeds for the new beginnings to come.

Libra
This is your year for extending and growing your social circle. Exciting new people will come into your life who have the potential of becoming lifelong friends. Your existing friends will be very supportive and helpful. Joining a new organisation or learning something new can lead you to some new and interesting people. These contacts can help you achieve your goals and dreams. Working with others this year in a team will be very beneficial. Reach out to others and look for ways in which you can collaborate.

Scorpio
Career success and recognition are under favourable aspects this year. You could be promoted, you may receive a salary increase, a bonus, appreciation for what you do. You may decide to take your career into a completely new direction and this is a good time to do it. Going back to college to study and extend your existing skills is under great aspects. You could win a scholarship, grant or some investment towards the cost of your studies.

Sagittarius
Great news for Saggies: You will have opportunities for travelling that you’ve never had before. An exciting trip could change your life completely. Your health can improve especially if you are taking good care of yourself and you do things in moderation. You may meet someone from overseas who becomes a close friend and even a romantic partner. Widen your thinking and don’t allow yourself to get into a rut even if it means taking a trip at short notice to get you to see your world from a totally new perspective.

Capricorn
This is a year when you can receive financial help from someone else. This could be an inheritance, a tax refund, a reduction in your mortgage, an investor into your business, a grant or scholarship towards study or research. This is a great year for getting crowdfunding for a project or business you want to undertake. Studying anything in the metaphysical field could lead to a business that can be lucrative.

Aquarius
If you are planning on getting married or committing yourself to an existing relationship, this is your year! If you are single, you could meet someone special with whom you feel a deep connection. You’ll have several different opportunities, so don’t move too quickly into the first one that comes along. You’ll see growth and learning in all your relationships. This may mean moving on from an existing relationship or expanding it and getting counselling to deal with difficult issues so that you can have more happiness in the long run.

Pisces
This transit of Jupiter gives you a unique opportunity to get your health into the best shape you’ve been in for years. You will meet just the right people who can point you in the right direction: a good nutritionist, healer, massage therapist, chiropractor, homeopath etc. You may decide to go into the healing business yourself so that you can help others become fitter and healthier. It’s a great year for studying and gaining more skills to make you more marketable in the workplace.

New Moon in Cancer, 27th June

How will this New Moon in Cancer affect you?
  • Aries – how can you nurture your career? pay attention to your emotions at work and if you’re not happy, resolve to take action to change it.
  • Taurus – do something nice for a friend or someone in your social circle.
  • Gemini – go into nature, be near water, feel the nourishment of the earth feeding your soul.
  • Cancer  – nurture yourself, do something soothing and calming for your nervous system.
  • Leo – beautify your surroundings, do something that makes you feel comfortable and secure.
  • Virgo – have an intimate discussion with a close friend or family member.
  • Libra – do something domestic: cook a delicious meal, invite people over for dinner, plant some herbs, veggies or flowers.
  • Scorpio– start a creative project: e.g. writing a blog, starting a business, painting, playing a musical instrument, etc.
  • Sagittarius – get a massage, go to a spa, do something nourishing for your body, eat a healthy meal prepared with fresh ingredients.
  • Capricorn – tell someone you are in a relationship with how much you appreciate them.
  • Aquarius – look at ways in which you can protect your finances e.g. pension, insurance, bank etc. What do you need to change?
  • Pisces – create some new beliefs that nourish you. e.g. people are kind and caring and you will see kind and caring people enter your world.

Mercury Retrograde – The Do’s and Don’ts

Mercury Retrograde

Mercury Retrograde from June 7th – July 2nd
Many people go into panic when they hear that Mercury is going retrograde. Generally, it’s not major things that go wrong, but rather annoying little details that can be very frustrating.

The key is to use it in a constructive way.

Mercury rules anything concerning: communication, transportation and technology.

Good things to do during the retrograde:
–        Research, writing, revising
–        Reconnecting with old flames, friends, family members, work colleagues
–        Back up all your important data and change your passwords
–        Anything with ‘re’ in front of it: rewrite, reassess, reorganise, review, repair, reconsider, revisit, renew, rejuvenate, relax!
–        Find lost items
–        Complete a project you already started
–        Catch up on paperwork

Avoid during the retrograde:
–        Don’t sign an important contract if you can avoid it. If you have to go ahead, have at least 2 professionals check it over to be sure you haven’t missed anything
–        Don’t buy anything technological or mechanical. E.g. computer, phone, car. If you must, make sure you keep the receipt and any warranty just in case you have to return it.
–        Don’t launch a new product, business or important project. Do all the preparation during the retrograde and launch it once Mercury goes direct
–        Don’t go into any partnership: personal or business. 
–        Don’t agree terms on an important business deal.

As long as you know when Mercury goes retrograde, you can prepare for it and make best use of its energies.

Try to see the funny side of everything that happens during the retrograde. Keep in mind that people’s thinking processes are generally slower, so you might have to be a bit more patient and understanding.

How is this Mercury retrograde affecting you??

Please share your story!

 

How will Mars going Direct affect you?

Aries: If your partner or your work associates have been distant, expect them to be more supportive and helpful. Relationships that have been a little shaky will get back on track. Make sure you follow through with social invitations and new business contacts.

Taurus: You will be able to move forward with new and exciting changes both in your career and in your relationships. Make sure you upgrade your exercise routine and eating habits. It’s important you don’t slip back into old destructive patterns.

Gemini: Your social life will become more active and you’ll be getting involved with lots of recreational activities. If you are planning on starting a business, this is an excellent time as the forward movement of Mars will give you momentum. If you already have your own business, there will be many opportunities coming to you.

Cancer: You’ll be putting lots of energy into your home and family. Redecorating, renovating, moving home, relocating are all going to be much easier now. If you want to sell, buy or rent, the energy is moving in your favour.

Leo: You will be more honest and direct in your communications with other people. Things that you’ve been hesitating about expressing will be heard more easily now. Social networking and connecting with people will go smoothly.

Virgo: You’ll have a strong urge to spend money impulsively, so make sure you are buying things that you really need and can afford without stress. Making financial plans for the future will be much easier, and the right people will be there to help and advise you.

Libra: You’ll have a great energy boost and you’ll be able to move forward with confidence. Your previous hesitation and dithering will be in the past and you’ll be able to proceed more easily with new and exciting ideas. You’ll be feeling more decisive and stronger. Make sure you keep it up!

Scorpio: This is a time of spiritual awakening and personal growth. You’ll have renewed energy and it would be very fulfilling for you to get involved with some kind of community or charitable work. Anything involving the development of your psychic and healing abilities is under great aspects.

Sagittarius: Working with teams of people will be very productive and energising. Expect to make many lovely friends in the next few months. Make sure you are getting out and connecting with new kinds of people. Some can become lifelong friends.

Capricorn: If you are self employed or in a managerial position, things will move forward at a much faster pace. If you’re not happy in your job, now is the time to make a move as the aspects are favourable for you. Make sure you are not too focused on career and that your home and family life is getting enough attention.

Aquarius: Opportunities to travel or relocate will come your way. Set some long-term plans and take baby steps daily towards those goals. Teaching, training, coaching, learning, sharing information and networking will all bring positive results.

Pisces: If you’ve been looking for outside funding for a project, for study, for a start-up business, this will move forward now. Avoid taking out loans and stressing yourself financially. Look for other ways to get the money you want and you will succeed.