Here is some basic Astrological information which
might help you understand a little more about how
our calendars and how living in harmony with the
rythyms of the planets can help our daily lives.
The Moon Through the Astrological Signs
What follows are some light-hearted suggestions as
to how you could use the energy of the Moon passing
through the different signs of the zodiac. The Moon
takes approximately 28 days to transit all the signs
spending nearly two and a half days in each. The effects
are short-lived and quite subtle. If you know your
birth chart, you will probably notice a stronger effect
by observing how you feel as the Moon transits your
natal and progressed planets and houses over the course
of the month. For example if you have Aries in the
4th house, the Moon’s personal effect for you,
would have similarities to the general description
of the Moon in Cancer.
Aries
When the Moon is in Aries, anger and assertion are more
likely to be expressed openly over these two days but it’s
a quick flare-up and things will soon settle down. You
won’t feel like compromising. It’s also a good
time for starting things off and putting energy into going
after your own personal goals. You might feel more competitive
than usual and it’s easy to step on other people’s
toes at this time. Be careful not to rush into things you
might regret later, Aries can be very impulsive.
Taurus
With the Moon in Taurus it’s a good time for shopping
and indulgence. Buy yourself a new CD, perfume, flowers
and fruit! If you can, spend some time in the country breathing
clean air, and appreciating the beauties of Mother Nature.
If you’re in a city go to the park and sit on the
grass. At home, put your feet up, put on your new album,
light some candles and have a long bath scented with aromatherapy
oils. (Especially those ruled by Venus such as Ylang Ylang
or Rose). Indulge in some good food, and gentle, sensual
massage with your lover.
Gemini
With the Moon in Gemini get up early, listen to the news,
buy a couple of papers and get out of the house. This is
a good day for travelling about and visiting people you
haven’t seen for a while. If you can’t actually
meet up, then email or phone your friends, family, colleagues.
If you’re at work it can be a good day for meetings
but be careful that you don’t get so bogged down
by so much information that you lose sight of the bigger
picture. You might want to get a new book and spend the
evening on the internet.
Cancer
Don’t go anywhere today if you can possibly avoid
it. Have a nice day at home making your personal space
your sanctuary. Cook a wonderful meal and gather your family
round. Looking after children or elderly relatives would
be good things to do today. Otherwise you might just want
to work through some of your feelings which you didn’t
have time to deal with before. These days are good for
some rest and recuperation and TLC for yourself and those
closest to you.
Leo
With the Moon in Leo you have the opportunity to celebrate
yourself. You are special and unique (we all are!) Wear
that outfit that announces to the world that you’re
a star. If you haven’t got that outfit yet – go
out and get it. It’s a good time to have a party,
or go to the theatre. Children and the inner child are
important for these days as Leo likes to play. You could
go to Legoland or Alton Towers and have some fun. Leo is
the sign of creativity and love affairs so go for it now.
Virgo
Doing some useful work is the best way to use the energy
of the Moon in Virgo. It might be studying, writing that
report you’ve been meaning to get down to, organising
your office, tidying your home or doing the garden. Anything
that needs sorting out should be done today when you will
get satisfaction from it and it won’t feel like such
a chore. If you know anyone who could do with a helping
hand then this is the time to go to their assistance. It’s
also a good time to improve your health – these two
days would be good for a monthly detox or you could go
to the gym, or health club.
Libra
These two days are for you and your partner or friends
to get together and spend some quality time with each other.
If there has been any strife, this is a good time to bring
harmony back to the situation. You are more able to understand
each other’s point of view right now. Pleasant conversation
and lively discussions are both likely today as testing
the validity of ideas is part of the balancing energy of
Libra. Generally it’s a good time to socialise in
beautiful, environments, playing or listening to music,
dancing, reading poetry aloud, or visiting an art gallery
together.
Scorpio
If you’ve been sitting on any negative feelings,
then the Moon in Scorpio will bring these to the forefront
and give you that extra impetus to confront them. Deep,
hidden issues come up around this time and when we really
examine them and feel them to the full, they lose their
hold over us. It’s better to spend these two days
quietly working through our own stuff. If you have to go
out, be aware that it’s easier to project negativity
onto others rather than dealing with it ourselves so be
careful not to become a target or to pick on anyone unjustifiably.
If you’re in any kind of therapy, make your appointments
for these days.
Sagittarius
Jump out of bed and go for a long run before getting on
your bike and cycling to work. Get those legs working!
If you can take the day off, you might like to get a day
return somewhere you haven’t been before, just to
see what it’s like. If you can’t get away,
then it’s a good day to expand your mind by studying
some philosophical ideas or religious beliefs. You might
like to go to a museum or library and check out some heavy
tomes! In the evening you’ll probably feel like going
out for a curry, a Thai or Chinese and a few drinks. The
tendency will be to overdo it on all levels. You might
stay up too late and wake up with a hangover. Never mind,
take a few Paracetamol and carry on tomorrow – life’s
too short.
Capricorn
This is when the Paracetamol stops working and you realise
it’s payback time. The good times can’t last
forever and there are bills to be paid. The serious side
of life is to the fore over the next couple of days. Where
have you been ducking your responsibilities? This is the
time to get everything sorted out and settled before things
get out of hand. Time to set some boundaries for yourself
and others to make sure that everyone is clear about what’s
expected. Career figures prominently – your place
in the world needs to be maintained and it’s only
by hard work, thoroughly carried out that you can stay
at the top of your game.
Aquarius
How do you do your bit for society? Is it by raising your
and others’ awareness of issues such as global warming,
the energy crisis, economics and the third world? Do you
try to behave more ethically by not driving to the supermarket,
buying organic products or walking the children to school?
It’s a good time to think about how your personal
choices affect society and humanity as a whole. You could
spend time with your group of friends discussing how you
can work together support each other and the wider world
by bringing in change. If we all do something we can make
a difference.
Pisces
This is a duvet day. Sleep late and write down your dreams – if
you can find a pen and paper that is. Otherwise just go
back to sleep, turn off your mobile, your phone and retreat
into your inner world. It’s only by listening to
our dreams that we find out who we might be. If you’re
suffering and in pain today, you can develop compassion
and empathy for all those in a similar or worse situation.
Maybe this will give you the impetus to do something to
help them. If you can get up and you’re not too disappointed
by the sad state of real world, going to a film or the
sea is a good thing to do today. Don’t worry if you
don’t achieve a lot in the outside world, whatever
you do, it will never be enough and the moon moves into
Aries soon…
by Suze - a brilliant astrologer and great friend now
sadly missed but still living on.....
