During November the powerful
Uranus-Saturn square that has dominated the sky for the past 2 years begins to
slowly separate but this does not mean the tumultuous energy is suddenly gone.
The results of this aspect will continue to play out for a long time to come
and although weakened the energy will be with us until at least January. On
November 8th the Uranus-Saturn square will be ‘set off’ once again
as a result of the eclipse in Taurus so this will be a significant and eventful
day, and of course this so coincides with the 2022 elections in the US.
This month, Jupiter the planet of expansion
and gain turns direct. The Sun will transit through Scorpio into Sagittarius
while Mercury and Venus does the same.
Saturn leaves its ‘direct station’ which means things that have been
delayed can start to pick up but and Mars remains retrograde all month.
We will experience a powerful eclipse
on November 8th which will conjunct Uranus likely shaking things up
and we will experience a fun loving New moon in Sagittarius later this month.
Now, let’s get to the details.
Retrograde Mars
Mars turned retrograde at 25 degrees of Gemini
October 30th.
Mars will be retrograde until after
the first of next year so it’s important to be aware that your energy and that
of other people can become more agitated, overly aggressive and at times
confusing. The most important dates of this looong cycle of Mars are the
following;
·
Mars turns
retrograde October 30th, 2022
·
Mars is in mutual
reception with Mercury October 29-November 17th, 2022
·
Mars squares
Neptune October 11-15th, November 19-22nd, and March
15-18th, 2023
·
Mars stations to
turn direct January 12, 2023
·
Mars leaves its
post retrograde ‘shadow’ March 15th. 2023
·
Mars leaves
Gemini and enters Cancer March 25, 2023
When
Mars turns retrograde there is not an even expression of energy, and people can
feel more tired than normal. Things may operate more through subtle forms of
manipulation as opposed to open conflicts. Many people feel angry more often or
lose their temper more quickly. Mars rules our energy, and we may have to get
more rest and pay more attention to our level of activity.
Sickness
and accidents may occur, and we are often more accident prone, but you should
not expect to get sick, just take care of yourself and be careful. Some may
experience more tension headaches as Mars rules the head, especially if you are
prone to these.
As
Mars begins its retrograde in Gemini, the sign of communication and speech, it
will be important to remember it will be easier for people we communicate with
to misunderstand what we are saying or misinterpret things. Mars retrograde is
not like retrograde Mercury, but since it’s in Mercury’s sign, we could
experience some of the same affects and should be aware of the way we
communicate with others. If you don’t understand something; ask!
Any
plans that are initiated under a retrograde Mars tend to not work out, and this
typically includes new relationships. Since Mars rules men, some men may seem
to go backwards, especially when it comes to relationships. A very wise
astrologer once told me, ‘When Mars goes retrograde women chase the men and
when Venus goes retrograde men chase the women.’ Relationships can be affected by a retrograde
Mars, along with our libido which may slow down as well.
As
with any retrograde planet, issues from the past could surface or we may be
faced with making corrections to our action or activities of some type.
Mars
squared Neptune October 11-15th, and will repeat this aspect twice
more, November 19-22nd, and March 15-18th, 2023
We
will feel this powerful energy both before and after these planets clash. Pay attention to what happened in October as
there could be reoccurring themes, especially if this hits something in your
personal chart. The most significant of the three times this aspect is active
will be November, as Mars is retrograde and has a more significant affect.
Mars-Neptune
transits are confusing, draining and tiring. Sometimes unusual or strange
things happen on a transit like this, and at worst it can be associated with
confusion, lies, misunderstandings and deceptive tactics. It is important to be
completely above board and honest with this aspect as otherwise it could come
back to bite you in the future. Some may feel discouraged, even hopeless and
question what they are doing. If this is the case, this energy will pass in a
few days and things are typically not as bad as they appear with this aspect.
On
a collective level however, we will see a significant changes in the world and
the hot spots around the globe. As Mars sets off the Mars-Neptune square in the
US chart, this transit will be significant in the US. Expect to hear of
scandals, lies and there will be a great deal of friction between opposing
political factions and others. While this aspect occurred earlier the week of
October 10th, the retrograde will be more challenging.
Jupiter re-enters Pisces and turns
direct
Jupiter or the planet of luck and gain re-entered Pisces
October 28th, at 1:10 AM EDT. Over the next several months it will
finish its cycle in this sign and will not return for another 12 years. This is
good news for Water signs especially, or those with Water signs in their
charts.
Jupiter will turn direct on November 23rd, and if
this stations, or connects with something in your personal chart, you can
expect to see some type of gain, depending on what its aspecting. Overall, the positive energies of Jupiter
will be amped up and many things that have been delayed may pick up some steam
now.
Jupiter in Pisces will enhance
creativity, spirituality, creative expression, compassion and intuition on the
positive end. Faith, optimism and idealism may make a comeback and dreams and
intuition may be vivid. The sign Pisces is associated with Jupiter, its ancient
ruler and also its modern ruler which is Neptune.
While Jupiter is expansive and
typically positive, Neptune is the planet
of illusion, delusion and confusion, as well as psychic abilities, religion,
theatre and the arts, the ocean and drugs, alcohol, lies or misinterpretations
of the facts. During Jupiter’s
retrograde period (especially) in Pisces we must guard against self-deception,
sacrificing ones happiness for the whim of others, and looking at things
through too-rosy glasses. Escapism is another theme associated with Neptune
along with a powerful desire to become a part of something or someone’s life
that may or may not be appropriate or operating in our best interest. Having to
sacrifice something important is frequently a theme of relationships involving
Neptune/Pisces and the desire to merge with something or someone new may be
more powerful than the question of whether or not this is good for us.
Feelings of wanting to meet our ‘ideal’ partner will be powerful
and in some cases acted upon. Our desire for love will be strong along with the
hopes of an ideal or ‘white picket fence’ outcome. During Jupiter’s time
in Pisces you will likely feel more connected with the people who come into
your life, sense other people’s feelings and feel more compassion and
generosity toward others and they toward you.
Pisces/Neptune is also connected to
drugs and addictions of all types which could increase in society along with
plans about how to deal with addiction and those whose lives are ruined by it.
This will be an issue that becomes front and center at some point. Escapism is
another theme of Pisces/Neptune and many will seek to escape the harsh
realities of the times either through substances or some other means.
The powerful eclipse of November 8th
and Election Day in the US
The lunar eclipse falls at 16 degrees
of Taurus in the early morning hours of November 8th. The Moon conjuncts
Uranus which tells us the day will be supercharged, electric and disruptive
with the potential for explosive situations and unexpected events. The Moon
(eclipse) will oppose the Sun and Mercury in Scorpio and it will square Saturn.
The ruler of Taurus is Venus, the planet of values, money and women.
The moon in Taurus is ruled by Venus
the significator of young women, values and money. Its square to Saturn shows
certain displeasure as Saturn represents restriction. Women will play the most
significant role in this election. The
Moon also signifies the public mood which will be somber and serious with its
square to Saturn.
Other aspects
Venus joins Mercury, the Sun and the
South Node all in Scorpio squaring Saturn and opposing the Moon and Uranus.
Since 3 sets of planets are involved
this forms a t-square or a difficult aspect in astrology that combines all of
the energies of the planets involved. This includes:
-The Sun opposes Uranus-This is an
aspect prone to upheaval and unexpected and/or explosive events. This will
occur in the collective as well as our personal lives.
-Mercury opposes Uranus-This is prone
to nervousness, excitability and unexpected news. It can also represent
accidents and rapidly changing information.
-Venus opposes Uranus-This rules
women, unexpected events and potential swings in the financial markets. Uranus
also rules the internet and electronic equipment, so the potential exists of
hearing of issues or problems in theses area.
-At 18 degrees of Aquarius, Saturn
plays a major role in the sky as it squares the same Scorpio stellium of
planets; Venus, Mercury and the Sun.
Mercury square Saturn implies
restrictions and limitations with the mail and ability of some to vote. There
is a strong probability this will translate into lawsuits and we may not know
all of the results in November 8th.
Mars is Square Neptune
Unusual occurrences, lack of clarity
and propaganda will be part of the eclipse energy and this aspect is associated
with lies, deception, scandals and false information. Think clearly and be
aware of your surroundings as Mars often relates to police, and police or
military action. This will be a volatile few days with a potential for
violence. Mars and Neptune ‘set off’ the Mars-Neptune square in the US chart.
This is associated with extreme religious and other viewpoints, lack of
clarity, courts, and Mars falls in the US chart house of open enemies. This
will be a confusing time to say the least, creating conflict and disturbances.
This eclipse is significant in
Vladimir Putin’s chart falling on his Jupiter in the 7th house of
open enemies in his chart.
A lunar eclipse similar to this one
feel at 8 degrees of Taurus conjunct Uranus on October 31, 2020.
The Sun enters Sagittarius
November 22, we leave Scorpio behind
for another year as the Sun enters the mutable sign of Sagittarius. Sagittarius is ruled by Jupiter the planet of
expansion and is generally considered positive, jovial and always ready for
adventures and fun.
This sign of course, leads up to the
holidays which fall in the more serious sign of Capricorn, but it is the time
before the holidays many enjoy the most because the Sun is always in Sag this
time of year.
Sagittarius is a mutable sign which
means changeable and things are always changing during this season. It loves
new and different change, travel and is always growing.
Mutable planets are changeable and
they switch their mode of expression frequently. They often have a natural
diplomatic bent, but can often be perceived as unreliable and uncommitted due
to their constant changeability. The mutable signs in astrology are Gemini,
Virgo, Sagittarius and Pisces. When the Sun goes into any of these signs we may
change our minds and ideas more frequently than normal as we consciously or
subconsciously tap into the energy of the Sun in Sagittarius.
Freedom is a theme with this sign and you
may feel a desire to be free to pursue your own ideas and goals. You may even strongly want to cut ties with
any person or situation that seems to hold you back.
Sagittarius is self assured, sometimes
to the point of cockiness, being totally honest and at times putting their foot
in their mouths. If you don’t keep things in check you could express these
qualities to the point of annoying someone. Sagittarius is typically so self
assured they often don’t realize their boldness can turn some people off.
Sagittarius is known for their fiery cheerfulness but their frequently
overblown optimism can lead to inflated ideas and expectations.
The downside of Sag can be
restlessness, boredom and a lack of attention to details. The old saying, ‘the
devil is in the details,’ can often come out as the unbridled optimism of
Sagittarius can end up with plans changing or going south, when the details
become apparent or are left out.
Mercury enters Sagittarius November 17th
through December 6th
Mercury, the planet of communication
leaves intense Scorpio behind for another year and enters expansive
Sagittarius. We will be more social and many may start to look forward to the
holidays in particular.
Sagittarius is the sign ruled by
Jupiter the planet of luck and expansion, and Mercury rules travel,
communication, young people and our thinking. Our thoughts may turn to travel
or family members/extended family and our thinking will be broader and greatly
expanded. We may also feel more buoyant, upbeat and impulsive.
Mercury is not totally comfortable in
this energy, but this does not mean things will take a negative turn. In
Sagittarius/ Mercury worries about the bigger picture of things but can lose
track of smaller but important details.
Mercury in this sign is associated
with expansion and the spreading of knowledge that can have a great deal of
depth. This is an outgoing time and socializing with others will come easier
than normal even for those who are shy. This Mercury is about visions of the
future and can shine a light on that that which needs to be brought to light.
The challenge with Mercury in this
sign is developing discernment in the quest for truth and not falling prey to
every idea that crosses your path or blowing an idea totally out of proportion.
We must remember that it is only through discernment that we can we narrow down
ideas to find the path to real truth, which is the true quest for Sagittarius.
Expect to be more open to new ideas,
people and life in general. Sagittarius is a mutable fire sign and mutable
signs are subject to change and fire signs are prone to action.
Mercury in Sag is idealistic,
visionary, and dynamic and does not like to be bored. Our minds can get
restless easily and we may experience a need for something bigger than normal
to occupy the mind.
Sagittarius likes to take the broadest
perspective of ideas and concepts. We may go through quite a few mental
adventures and twists and as Sagittarius rules the 9th house of
worldview, we could change our view of how the world operates or broaden it in
some way. We may also become interested in further education and it does not
have to be formal.
The downside of Mercury in Sag can
lead to speaking without first thinking, exaggerating, or saying things that
just are not true. Our minds may wander more than usual, which can be positive
or negative. You may have so many different thoughts you might do well to write
the important ones down to refer to later.
Venus enters Sagittarius November 16-December
10th
Venus joins the Sun and Mercury in
Sagittarius and the Sagittarius season is really on with three planets in this
optimistic sign!
Venus in Sagittarius has been known to
gallop away quickly if things get too heavy or serious, especially if a new
relationship is involved. Typically, Sagittarius can be the most restless of
signs and cannot stand to be bored! Venus-Sagittarius does not like
confrontations or discord and sometimes likes to wear rose colored glasses.
Venus in Sagittarius is associated
with freedom and experimentation as well as jovial and upbeat times. Serious
minded lovers may find this hard to take or those who a looking for a
commitment. If you have been in a stable relationship for a while however, this
should not have a negative effect.
Emotional drama does not typically go
over well with Venus in this sign. Sagittarius is about expanding your outlook
and definition of what pleases you. You may find yourself in a more idealistic
mode over the next few weeks and expect your lover to keep up. This may singe
the wing of the more sensitive types as can the typical Sagittarius blunt
honesty.
During this transit of Venus you may
have to decide if you would rather be totally ‘honest’ in your most intimate
relationships and risk hurt feelings of others that may not be so easy to
repair in the future. Think about what you have to say before you say it as Sag
has a reputation of putting both feet in their mouth!
Venus-Sagittarius is far less focused
than Venus-Scorpio. Sagittarius love begins with friendship and may seem more
like a universal type of love. Romantic adventures, truth and higher meaning
are the qualities that will take priority during our time with Venus in
Sagittarius.
New Moon in Sagittarius November 23.
This New Moon is always positive and
hopeful just before the holiday season arrives. Mercury is also conjunct Venus
so this should be a pleasant time. The energies should bring a nice respite after
the eclipses.
Sagittarius is ruled by Jupiter, the
planet of luck and gain. Sag is often associated with travel and expansion.
Other aspects this month
November 5th, Venus opposes Uranus
This is an energetic day when you are
inclined to look at or try something different. Expect the day to be
changeable, especially when it comes to relationships. This transit is like a
double edged sword that can go either way or the key is to remain flexible.
November 7th, Venus squares
Saturn
Venus sets off the Uranus-Saturn square so events on
this day could be significant. This day
may feel restrictive, and its not the best for love, romance or money. Some may
feel lonely and isolated or negative so it is important to remember not to take
things too seriously as this will quickly pass. It will be more significant if
you have fixed planets at 16-19 degrees.
November 10th, Mercury squares
Saturn
This can be a tiring and draining day and in all
reality this is connected to events surrounding the election and eclipse.
November 11, the Sun squares
Saturn
This is typically associated with responsibilities,
but can be quite tiring. This is a day to be focused and you can accomplish a
great deal.
November 15th, Venus trines
Jupiter. Things should lighten up with this aspect, which is positive for
money, love and social activities.
November 19-22 Mars squares
Neptune
This aspect is exact so the energies mentioned
earlier will be amped up. Look for confusion and it may be a difficult few
days.
November 20th the Sun trines
Jupiter
This is a positive and hopeful aspect, something we
can all use!
November 28th, Mars trines Saturn
This is a day where you will be able
to accomplish just about anything you set your mind to. This combination may
not be the most fun loving, but it is geared toward accomplishment and success.
November 29th, Mercury opposes Mars and sextiles Saturn.
Mercury’s opposition to Mars is prone toward irritation and arguments. It’s
sextile to Saturn however should give us at least some stability.
November 30th Venus opposes Mars
This is prone toward trouble with the
opposite sex. Some will be focused on their love lives, and this does not have
to be all bad, but it is prone toward jealousy.
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