Mercury retrograde in Scorpio - 31st Oct 2019 - 21st Nov 2019

I was going to write this article a little earlier, but since the UK date for leaving the European Union was also on 31st October, I felt it was prudent to wait and see if this was still likely to go ahead. The latest news is that there will now be a UK election in December 2019 and all big decisions are therefore delayed.

As many people are aware, during a Mercury retrograde a certain amount of things will undoubtedly go wrong. Mercury retrograde periods are famous for the negative impact upon IT products and telephone communication in general, they usually coincide with transport issues also; such as increased traffic problems and train delays. Lesser observed is that Mercury will also cause issues with paperwork, legal decisions and contracts. It is incredibly fortuitous therefore, that the UK are to choose a better time for their monumental decision, than a day which likely be notably full of delays, miscommunication and niggling issues in general.

This Mercury retrograde takes place entirely in Scorpio, beginning on 31st October with Mercury at 27°Scorpio and ending with Mercury at 11°Scorpio; meaning that anybody born between 1st November and 22nd November will be more affected than most. If this is you, don't let this be a cause for worry, although there may be inconveniences, delays and minor issues which come to light during this time, there are many advantages to Mercury retrograde also!

Everything has it place and it's purpose and sure, if you are late getting in to work, or your internet connections starts dropping out more, you are going to feel annoyed and stressed. When under pressure from employers it's not easy to be blasé about; time commitments and legal necessities and communication problems.

I sometimes look at Mercury as an old fashioned fellow though. All of the areas which become more problematic, are ones which are very much examples of our modern lives. None of these issues could have occurred in the same way 50 years ago, and it seems that Mercury dislikes the so called 'progress' of our IT age! In fact when we are in a Mercury retrograde period, taking an old fashioned approach of our own can prove to be very beneficial.

There are ways to prepare for problems; do you need to travel as much as you do for example? Could you use the telephone, could you travel by public transport, is it worth considering working from home for often? We do also rely on telephones a great deal, yet actually speaking to people, or sending letters through the post can be so much more effective from time to time.

Is time as important as the modern era dictates? Do we really need to live by the clock when so much business is global and we can contact people from a park bench, just as easily as we can from the office? Perhaps delays and issues are arising to provide solutions rather than problems? It so easy to become fixed on what we believe should be the outcome to what we are doing, and in doing so we miss all the other possibilities and potentials that could be far better options after all.

We've all seen movies where somebody misses their plane or a train, only to find that they are in the right place to meet the love of their lives. Sometimes something far better and more meaningful is out there for us.

Dreams are far more vivid and meaningful at this time.  If you are somebody who wishes to learn more about your deep soul calling then paying attention to your dreams will be very insightful and interesting at this time.  You may also begin to develop your psychic abilities if you may more attention to your gut feelings and emotions.  Scorpio is a wonderful sign for development of insights and third eye vision, it also helps us to understand our shadow feelings and desires.

I also have studied dream analysis and the power of the subconscious mind for many years, so feel free to contact me if you would like a dream interpretation from me.  I can do this for £10 and you can request this via my page: www.facebook.com/waxyjo or directly by my email: waxlobster@hotmail.com

For those of you who are in a situation in which you are separated from one you love, or missing an old flame the chances of them getting back in contact with you are far more likely at this time.  Mercury will revisit energies which are still active and whilst it can be easy to keep busy and pretend that something, or somebody is no longer important, this type of approach will simply not work when Mercury is retrograde.  Particularly, with this being in Scorpio, which is all about passion, deep feelings and sexual connections.  Scorpio, as a sign is fixed and therefore will deal with areas of emotion which remain hidden beneath the surface.  There is no ignoring the depths and intensity of a sign ruled by transformative Pluto and many will begin to reunite with past loves during the month of November, I am happy to say.

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Workwise, if you have the kind of employer who threatens you because you have been unlucky enough to get stuck on a motorway, perhaps it's time to be looking for a much more reasonable place to work? There are always options, it's very easy to become blinkered and confined by expectations and routines but we are on this planet to live our lives, as WE wish, to experience all of what WE love and feel drawn to. Living for others' is a waste of life, and you'll never look back on years of compromise with fondness and gratitude; rather resentment and regret.

Mercury retrograde can point out the areas of our lives which need a fresh outlook and a furbished new approach.

In these busy modern lives we often find ourselves running from place to place, doing task, after chore, after favour etc. It can be that our feelings, our thoughts upon what matters to us, and our needs become neglected and squashed down. If you receive bad news whilst at work, the chances are you will try not to react so that you can continue with what you were doing. You could have harsh words with your partner in the morning and then have to spend the whole day telling everybody you 'are fine' when deep inside your stomach is churning and tears are caught in your throat.

Another effect of Mercury retrograde is that it helps us to revisit suppressed feelings and needs. It may seem inconvenient that an old emotion comes to the surface unexpectedly, but when this happens during a Mercury retrograde period, often a solution becomes apparent also. This is actually an incredibly healing time for many people, as often with a little time, new perspectives are available and resolutions and compromises are far more appropriate at this time.  It's not just soul connections which are drawn back together at this time, but friendships which have become stagnant can be rejuvenated and only contacts may waltz back in to your life.

Dates to watch out for during this period:

1st November – this will feel like a some tension is released and that more is possible, despite the retrograde. Freedom will be within your grasp.

3rd November – healing is very possible and powerful on this day, spending some time with loved ones and connection emotionally can really help relationships become closer.

5th November – passions will run high and arguments and power play are likely. Be careful on the roads and try to avoid acting upon angry feelings, as accidents and incidents will be more prevalent.

8th and 9th November – very good days for creativity ideas and putting down roots. Whilst change is never favoured during a Mercury retrograde period, recognition and promotions are well favoured at this time, just try to wait until after 21st to implement new beginnings.

12th November – Full Moon at 19°Taurus, this will be good for domestic projects, any kind of DIY, gardening. Book a massage and have your favourite food, nourish yourself!

16th November – destiny is calling, expect to hear from people you haven't seen for a while, or to experience great synchronicity. Write down ideas you have for your future today and start the Law of Attraction process at the next new Moon (which will be on 26th November)

20th November – this will be a day of even more confusion and misunderstanding, try not to book any important meetings or event on this day. You would be better to go to a spa, or be around water and music than try to do anything productive or useful at this time.

Wishing you all a very insightful and uplifting November – and a happy Halloween!
Shalom and blessings~~~~~
WaxyJo ♥

Reap what you sew in February 2019

February 2019 is an unusual month by astrology standards. For the entire month there will be no planets moving retrograde, they are all racing through the sky at full speed, imploring us to be extra focussed and ambitious throughout.

Now, for those of you who are unaware of what a 'retrograde' is, it simply refers to how a planet is moving in comparison to where the earth is in its orbit around the Sun. As Mercury's orbit is between ours and the Sun, there are 3 times a year where overtake it, hence this is what we refer to as a 'retrograde' period.

Oftentimes, Mercury retrograde is dreaded, as it is so incompatible with modern life; the fact it interferes with communications, travel, and creates misunderstandings can cause us to make mistakes. Something most people's lives have little room for these days.

Prior to the computer age, Mercury would have caused just as many problems with the postal system, clocks, and responsibilities.

What is overlooked however, is that all planets during their retrograde periods, operate in a different way which is equally valid to our lives, should we choose to recognise it!

Mercury retrograde can help us to be more creative and introspective, if you need to edit, or revise some work you have done, then choose a Mercury retrograde period. If you want to learn a language or find a new way to communicate entirely, again start under a Mercury retrograde. Equally all of the other planets have their own shades of depth when retrograde and the outer planets spend around a third of the year going backwards!

To have an entire month with no retrogrades is, indeed, unusual. February is going to be fast paced and intense. Now whilst it can be tiring to have all these weeks of endeavour and so little repose, it is also an amazing opportunity to put ideas, projects and plans in place which can fruit as the year passes.

March is going to be an important month anyway, with Uranus moving in to Taurus for a period of 7 years. So much will change with our finance systems and how use and invest money during this time (more about that in a future article).

So this is a period in which we should really look at what we want to procure in the coming months, grow our ideas and sew some seeds. A lot can be accomplished this year. With Saturn and Pluto still in cahoots in Capricorn for another year this is a period of hard work and achievement anyway. Of which there will be a culmination of great change in 2020, but again, I shall explain more about that when it's relevant.

For now, utilising the Capricorn energy is key. Capricorn is the most high achieving sign in the zodiac, it even sits right at the top of the chart, representing culmination, career and attainment.

From 3rd/4th February up until March, Venus will be traversing through Capricorn, bringing a creative and softer tone to this rather dry sign. As it meets up with Saturn on 18th February, commitments in love are well featured, and new relationships beginning at this time will have a grounded, mature and long-term feeling about them (unless Uranus in transit is dominating your chart at the moment, which would overpower this affect).

Further on, when Venus meets up with Pluto on Saturday 23rd January passions will run high and this could be a very exciting weekend! Pluto is far more about attraction and chemistry than relationships and love, but one can lead to the other when Venus is in the picture. Regardless, most of us enjoy the depths of emotions possible when these two meet up.

Interestingly Neptune is hanging around right in the middle of Pisces, the sign it rules, for all of February. Neptune is about our dreams, desire, fantasies and all that is intangible. Functioning alone, it can be like a choir of angels but quite often working at a cross purpose to the day to day lives which consume us. As Saturn, also in its own sign, is at mid-Capricorn for the entire month also, these two planets are having a rare conciliatory phase. Representing, as they do, such different areas of life; Saturn dealing with all that is constructive and physical, frequently seems to disapprove of the airy fairy ways of Neptune.

They do however, form a nice little connection (called a sextile) from Pisces to Capricorn and actually as a team they are indomitable. After all what use is a dream and an amazing idea, without the constructiveness to build it in the real world? How useful is a responsible, and hard working life, without the beautiful transcendence of great music or an absorbing movie?

On a personal level the melding of Saturn and Neptune can help us to keep a foot in both worlds, which is always the kind of balance which brings the most health, happiness and success.

This is a powerful period, and after the tumultuous energy of January, it may feel a little pressurised. Just be aware that things will calm down going forwards, but the potential to build something meaningful and prosperous during the early part of this year is unusually auspicious. Make it work for you!

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Shalom and blessings~~~~ WaxyJo

♥

The Eclipse Season – July and August 2018

The total lunar eclipse on 27th July 2018 marks the beginning of a rollercoaster of change and intensity.

Since 27th June this year we have been in a Mars Retrograde period which has forced us all to slow down, look within and deal with unresolved issues from the past. Whereas a Mercury retrograde period will affect technology, communication, transport (and traffic) and force to revise our thoughts and ideas, Mars is quite different.

During Mars retrograde we have to look at the make up of our egos. In a sense you could bring it down to the basics by saying love vs fear. We all need our ego to remind us to have boundaries and a sense of self in the modern world, but when the ego takes control in any area of the personality it often loses touch with the true soul purpose.

We can always get back to our inner truths by focusing on being love centred and working on our self love, but this requires regular mindfulness and meditation. In reality most of us start to attach with certain elements of fear/ego driven behaviours and focal points through habit and influence.

The lunar eclipse on 27th July 2018 marks the almost exact midpoint of the Mars retrograde period (which completes on 28th August at 28 Capricorn) and it also falls within one degree of Mars which will be at 4 Aquarius at this point. Those of you born between 21st and 27th January will feel this eclipse very personally, along with those of you who have a birthday around this time (meaning your Leo Sun is affected personally also).

As this Moon-Mars opposite Sun configuration is also very close to an exact square from Uranus in Taurus there could be some very surprise events occur at this point. Whenever Uranus comes into the mix we have to allow for the unexpected as it rules; revolution, rebellion, change and the unexpected. There is always a spark of genius and humour with Uranus though, this doesn't bring foreboding change, rather changes which uplift. It's those who follow routine and order who are upset by Uranus, but on a higher level it naturally brings about its own sense of order. For those of you who have worked with Cosmic ordering, you will be aware that Uranus is the ignition that you can use to help you bring about big changes in focal areas of manifestation.

So, whilst this eclipse may bring about change that appears to be unwarranted, it can also be used as an impetus to help create what you really want in your lives. Mars retrograde has being showing us where our egos have been holding us back, tripping us up and clouding our inspiration. Meditating on this full moon can help hone this energy to clear out old behavioural patterns, fears and other blockages in a ~conscious~ manner, to begin to prepare for a very exciting and productive Autumn.

Mercury will turn retrograde the day before this eclipse, so looking inward will continue to be the theme for the coming weeks. Introspection is key, try not to have too many distinct plans at this time, they will fall through. With the Uranus aspect to this full moon and both Mercury and Mars retrograde, going with the flow and learning to surrender control will definitely make life a lot easier. Trying to control anything (or anyone!) at this time will create arguments, anger, conflict and further delays.

Anyone with planets around 2 degrees of any of the signs will feel the complications in early August. With Chiron at 2 Aries, Saturn moving back from 3 to 2 Capricorn, Mars passing 2 Aquarius and Uranus at 2 Taurus, and stationing retrograde here for almost 3 months, there is a lot of activity. This is personal, there are big changes to any planets at this position, all will be in the crossfire of complicated and supportive aspects.

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The next Eclipse is a solar eclipse and will take place on 11th August 2018 at 18'41 Leo, so this will affect those with a birthday around this time and also those born from around 4th to 8th February, 9th to 13th November and 7th to 12th May the most.

Mercury is in on the act here, and sat close to the new Moon (conjunction of Sun and Moon) Eclipse point, as if to reiterate the reminder that Mars made during the previous eclipse. Mercury isn't quite at the middle point of its retrograde cycle, but it seems to want to affirm the messenger's messages to us by highlighting its journey backwards through Leo. An edgy aspect to Pluto shows again that trying to rise above controlling behaviour is one of this Summer's underlying growth points.

Whether we are looking at the hierarchical societal structures which trap and confine us, or the oppressive hand to mouth existence of living in debt that so many find ourselves in; these kinds of themes may loom over us oppressively at this point. Or perhaps we are being shown our own fear-based behaviours which cause us to stay stuck in patterns which do not suit us, or interactions with others which have gotten into loops of control drama and stagnation.

All of these themes will be poignantly exposed during the middle of August. Where the eclipse falls in your own personal chart will show more about how/what and where. The chances are you will already have a fairly good idea of what makes you feel suppressed and confined in your life at the moment. Things only reach a head when we have out grown them, or have ignored their negative influence for long enough for intervention to become necessary.

It's important to try to look at these times as growth periods, rather that resisting and fighting the patterns of nature, it is better to yield and allow change. Often the difficult times are where we clear out all the blockages so that the magic and joy can follow.

The heaviness of these themes does indicate some political and social flux too, things will seems unsettled overall during August. The weak spot at 2 degrees of the signs will impact wherever it falls. I'm not an astrologer who works with the charts of countries but if I was I would mention that the great instability of the UK at the moment is due to Pluto being opposite the Moon of the UK chart and having recently crossed the Sun in the chart also chart!

{For details: http://www.astro.com/nat/natuk2_e.htm}

By the end of August things will look very different for us all. This is going to be a complicated month, but it is also an adventure, a learning curve and a great opportunity to grow. Those who have had ideas and projects that have been neglected recently may well suddenly find the time to go back to these. The great thing about retrograde periods, is that it's excellent for study, revising previous projects and completing them properly and it's also an opportunity to have a rest and really catch up on leisure time.

It may be a complex period emotionally, but it will also be one that can be regenerative and restorative. For some this will be a very healing experience, others will need to go through and unblock a fair few areas in order to allow the healing, but it's worth doing so.

September will feel like a new year, enjoy the hot Summer of growth in the meantime.

Shalom and blessings~~~ WaxyJo https://www.facebook.com/waxyjo/

Escapism in the natal chart ~how we have learned to see ‘addiction’

The study of ‘addiction’ is one which fascinates me, how much of it is habitual, or rebellion, is it really as heady and definitive as we are led to believe?

In the astrological chart, most will look to Neptune as the perpetrator of addictive tendencies, it’s often those with Neptune (or Pisces) in a prominent position natal (at birth) who will declare themselves to have ‘addictive personalities’. In my experience what this means is that they tend to experience difficulty in calling on ‘willpower’ which is deemed to be what is best utilised in the fight against dependency upon substances.

Pluto can also be interpreted to be linked to compulsive and more destructive behavioural patterns. Those people with a strong Pluto (or Scorpio) signature in their charts are likely to want to explore, embrace and be enveloped by the ‘darker’ or shadow side of the psyche.

On the other hand Saturn, the planet of control, structure and authoritative obedience, is far less likely to be found in the chart of ‘addicts’ or those who like to indulge. It is the planet which rules the concept and implementation of all which, ‘willpower’ is deemed to represent.

So, how about I turn the tables on these concepts and look a little more deeply into the actual mechanisms of that which causes compulsive behavioural characteristics?

I have noted that those who have Saturn and the desire to be ‘in control’ prominently featured in their personality, are often drawn to the intoxicating effects to alcohol. Having studied charts for many years I have noted that when drunk; the effect it has on most people, is that Saturn fails to function in the personality. So, to consider somebody with a very prominently placed Saturn, say touching up the more personal areas of a chart, these areas which are usually processed through a refined and fairly restricted filter, the alcohol effectively helps to liberate these parts of the psyche.

This can work in a destabilising manner, or a liberating manner, it will actually vary based upon other circumstances, but it's fair to say that there will be a 'freeing' effect in the particular area of the chart where Saturn is prominent. In a reverse motion, those who suffer from anxiety may find that this is pronounced in just the same area of the personality when the effect of alcohol wears off.

As always the key is in balance, a little bit of intoxication can uninhibit a very uptight personality in an extremely beneficial way. On the other hand, if taken to the extreme, built up stresses and tensions are liable to be released, so it's not a one fix cure.

Neptune, on the other hand, the planet which is said to 'rule' addiction and forms of escapism, may actually operate alone in its ability to be able to create an alternative reality. In a well-developed, creatively open personality, Neptune needs no encouragement to bring transcendental, visionary and expressive alternatives. Often somebody with a strongly placed Neptune will only turn towards mind-enhancement substances when they are actively suppressed, or pressured by outside forces. Therefore, in and of itself, Neptune does not indicate any proclivity towards the likelihood of the individual turning to alcohol or drugs as a 'crutch'. However, it is true that the more spiritual and uplifting sensations that Neptune can create are such that; once experienced in their vividity, never forgotten. On this basis, if any kind of drugs is used as an aid to reach these levels, the likelihood of wishing to do so again is high.

Those with a weaker placement of Neptune may very well be more inclined towards the externally created visionary experience, as they are less able to do so without assistant aids.

In many ways, those who use substances to remove the confines of Saturn are more likely to behave in a manner which resembles what is regarded to be 'addiction'. This is simply because Saturn is far more affiliated towards 'routine' and a lot of apparent dependency is connected to having a very predictable life. If I could tell you the amount of times I have been told that somebody finds it difficult to give up smoking, because of the, “cigarette after the meal,” or, “first thing in the morning,” or “with a drink at the pub.”

This is nothing to do with physical addiction, it is emotional dependence, based upon an apparently mundane view of their own lives and the need for something to appear to 'lift' oneself higher than ones usual state. I will also add, that when I (accidentally) gave up smoking I experienced no physical withdrawals whatsoever, and because I had chosen not to make associations between smoking and other activities, I found this was not a problem either. Of course this does lead to the question of whether physical withdrawal symptoms are mentally created, in some cases, on the basis of expectation and mental programming. Smoking itself does not link particularly to any planetary signature, it links simply to emotional suppression and that is more of a cultural (or anti-cultural) issue, from what I have observed.

Now a lot of people will find that no matter what the signature of their natal chart, a trigger from the currently movement of the planets will exacerbate or rebalance habitual behaviour. In this situation, where Neptune links to the personal planets, there can be a problem with sudden dependency upon external mind-altering substances (or indeed, an enhancement in the sensory experience of one's life). This is where most of the issues come in, and actually, even more so with Pluto transits.

Pluto tends to link itself to extremes and a desire to uncover the deepest, darkest, depths of the psyche. Strongly placed in a natal chart, we see people with a gift for analysis, psychological profiling, psychic/intuitive ability and problem solving. A person with a lot of Pluto/Scorpio will often want to try every drug available; not because they are liable to become addicted, but because their need to explore and understand everything; especially the more taboo areas, is profound. This actually doesn't lead to addictive-type behaviour, simple because this would interfere with the mission to discover in other areas.

On the contrary however, Pluto aspecting a chart which is not so well connected with this natally, is the most dangerous indicator of extreme and life-threatening behavioural changes. It is a given that Pluto will bring the darkest and most intense upheavals to an individual affected by this small outer planet. For those who are less comfortable with uncovering dark truths, this can be a devastating experience; one which tends to leave us wiser, more enlightened, and freer, but during can bring us to our knees. In terms of becoming dependent upon substances or a mind-altering variety, this is the worst time in which to indulge, as they will provide a temporary release, followed by a more profound sense of alarm in many cases.

So, the summarise, the kind of charts I observe to tend to turn to mind altering and alcohol dependency on a very regular basis often feature very prominent Saturns. Mostly because society in the West is restrictive to the point of overload for those who are already naturally conscientious. Those charts which feature strong Neptunes will often use escapist measures, but are less likely to become addicted, unless in an environment which calls for unnatural levels of prescience (i.e. the music industry, and other performing roles; where alertness is required against the odds).

Charts with strong Plutos will use substances to empathise and explore other mental states.

Pluto aspects can create a likelihood of a more dangerous desire to uncover the darkness and deepest levels of addiction. Saturn transits will require an escape outlet and Neptune transits will provide a temporarily heady and explorative existence, but one which will often rebalance after the occasion.

For those who are born with personal aspects between Saturn and Neptune or Saturn and Pluto, a more complex signature has to be acknowledged, but one which I am loathe to cover on a general basis.

If you would like to learn more about your own personal chart and how addiction and/or escapist tendencies are marked. Or, if you would like some assistance with rebalancing a life which is dependent upon certain substances, then do contact me for a reading.

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Leo, Virgo & Libra Forecast ~~April, May & June 2018

Leo Horoscope - April to June 2018

Fortunately the month begins at the Easter holidays, because all I'm picking up from you right now Leo, is that all you want to get out there, holiday, explore and escape this humdrum. We're all feeling that in our own way though, as Mars meets up with Saturn, giving all that dull, routine, unimportant day to day stuff a focus it's never quite earned the right to.

Things are going to look up in the second week of the month though, whilst I can promise much fun or frivolity (to those of you who haven't already booked a flight to another continent) before the 7th, there will be an uplift in week too. Sure, the earthy meet ups of Venus and Mars with water Neptune may lack some of the adventure and excitement you seek, there will at least be the opportunity to feel inspired, more creative and connected to those who are important to you. Passions will run quite high at this time too, as physical escapism provides a rather decent comparative to the more explorative impulses you have been feeing.

Although, in fact the new Moon in Aries on 16th does indicate an amenable and opportune time to jet set. Responsibilities will take a back sea anyway, when Saturn begins a retrograde motion on 18th April and unless you really do have a lot of ties and responsibilities, why not get away for a while?

Your social life starts to look up too when Venus moves into Gemini from 24th April, perfect for those of you who have decided to escape your day to day lives, and pretty good still if you're staying put for the interminable.

The first week in May is infused with harmonious aspects, as the ground begins to warm up to the Spring (in the UK), the feel good factor is beginning to spread. If you need a wild night out, either of the first two May weekends are appropriate, but the second one particularly. As Mercury meets up with Uranus, the planet of revolution, genius, chaos and freedom, this is one of your last chances to really enjoy Uranus in yours fellow fire sign, Aries. (It will dip back for a few months from November 2018 also, if you do pass up this opportunity for a little hedonism.)

The new Moon in 15th May brings your work life into the spotlight. Are you fulfilling your dreams, do you even know what it is you really want to do with your life? For the last year the nodes have been in Leo, these are actually an imaginary mathematical point but they signify your soul direction in this life. When they join up with the position of your Sun they push you to thinking about what it is you want to achieve in this life. Sometimes it helps to know where the nodes were when you were born, if you want to get a better idea of this.

{If you would like me do a £20 report about where the nodes were when you were born and what this tells us about your soul purpose, contact me at: waxlobster@hotmail.com}

Alongside the New Moon, this is the day that Uranus officially moves into Taurus, promising to change how and what we value and possibly the entire monetary system as we know it over the next 7 years! To soften the blow, Mars moves into Aquarius, the sign ruled by Uranus, making sure we still have a dose of wildness in our lives for the next few months. Aquarius is your opposite sign, and with Mars here for the majority of the next 6 months, this is the beginning of period of relationship focus for Leos.

Single Leos will be meeting a lot of potential partners at this time, at first the people you meet will probably reflect qualities in yourself you need to work on. Whilst at the end of this period there is likely a happy ending for you, this will be a journey of learning and delving deeper into what it means to connect with a significant other. For those of you in relationships already, be prepared to go more deeply into the mechanisms of how you fit one another, and areas where you both need to learn to 'shake things up' a bit. There may have been a lull in recent months, the one thing about Aquarius is it's never boring; chaotic, unpredictable, hot/cold, overly analytical, but not dull. Mid-May marks the beginning of a very interesting Summer.

Some of the seriousness will be felt towards the end of the month, lifted for you by the Full Moon in Sagittarius on 29th May. This is another date for a bit of frivolity and fun, friendships are also in the spotlight with your ruling planet, the Sun, now sociable Gemini. You will meet a lot of interesting, people at this time.

June continues a sociable focus, you are still pondering whether you're in the right career, or working towards it, and the confusion will be notable around 6th & 7th June. If you are inclined towards meditation, you will this to be a particularly fruitful pursuit from 11th June, as the planet of thought and ideas, moves into emotional Cancer.

Around the 20th and for a few days before, love will be in the picture, whether because of somebody you have met, or due to a more romantic mood that's suddenly hit you I cannot say. What is clear is that you will be looking at what you really want in a relationship. Venus in Leo from the 13th June will make you feel more attractive and charismatic in general.

During the last week of the month, you will start to notice that charm and warmth are not quite enough however, that depth, and connection are the elements that bond people together. As Mars turns retrograde on 27th June, a period of delving deeper into all these areas is just beginning.

{if you would like me to do a report on how Mars in your relationship house will affect you this Summer, then I can do so for £20, contact: waxlobster@hotmail.com}

Virgo Horoscope - April to June 2018

I know a lot of Virgos don't really love this time of year, the start of Spring, the blossoms on the trees. The truth is, it's quite a messy season really, petals everywhere, random rain showers all the time, and all the extra light just showing up the grime and extra work that needs to be done.

This April though, with Venus moving into Taurus on the 1st, you're going to be feeling a bit more relaxed, in fact you may even be inclined to take a holiday somewhere and escape from it all for a while.

The times are changing, this is quite a big Spring & Summer astrologically speaking. Most people will be feeling the pressure at the beginning of April too, with Mars and Saturn causing a little chaos, forcing people to slow down, focus and do things more accurately. You don't mind this so much, you tend to be methodical anyway in fact as a romantic haze begins to take over mid-month, alongside the New Moon in Aries it's possible you'll find the unrealistic expectations set by others are a little irritating.

Another reason this is a big year for you, Virgo, is your ruling planet Chiron, finally moves out of Pisces. It's been in your opposite sign, your sign of relationship for 7 years now, and you're fully bored of having to grow and work on yourself and how you inter-relate with your partner. Good news, this period ends on 17th April (the bad news is there will be a re-visit from Chiron to Aries later in the year, just to make sure you really have thoroughly learned all you thought you had!)

{if you'd like a personal reading explaining how Chiron falls in your personal chart and what makes it the ruler of your sign – rather than Mercury – then I can do this for £20, contact me at: waxlobster@hotmail.com}

Chiron in Aries means that more people will be irritable and snappy, but also more sensitive with one another too. Violence and aggressive behaviour will become taboo and although this is no bad thing, as we know; things do tend to get a little worse, before they truly start to right themselves.

Towards the end of the month as Venus moves in Gemini, you will be feeling good about your career. Aesthetically things will be falling into place, communication will be upbeat and positive and you will be reaping the rewards of all your hard work a little more noticeably. You've worked hard so far this year, Saturn in Capricorn has made strong work ethics your form of entertainment on some level. You do enjoy getting lost in something with is predictable, methodical and works beautifully afterwards. Appreciation for the amount you do is often overlooked, so this positive energy is very much deserved.

The Full Moon in Scorpio on 30th April highlights communication and community. We've had to deal with Mercury retrograde for the first half of April, showing up flaws and delays in as many areas as it could. Now it's moving at full speed, any areas of misunderstanding whether personally or in a work sense, can be readdressed and will become quite obvious at this point of the month.

May begins quite smoothly with a neat flow, you will be able to get things done easily and feel quite content with everyday life. Although the pressure of so much activity in Capricorn, (the house in your chart which rules fun, sports, entertainment, recreation and creativity) is making you feel a need to make all of the activities in your life have a productive outcome, you are beginning to enjoy this.

On 15th April, after 7 years in Aries, Uranus; the planet of chaos, sparks of genius, revolution and change, moves into compatible Taurus. You may well start thinking about doing a course in something you've been interested in for a while, or even take on lessons in a new language. Some Virgos will get the urge to travel and explore the world, others will do their journeys in their studies, but this will be the beginning of a period of expansion, exploration and discovery on a level you hadn't predicted.

Enjoy! Follow your dreams! You have a tendency to talk yourself out of plans which are just for you, but look at this way, the richer you are in yourself; the more you have to offer others. Whether in terms of knowledge, experience, or just inner fulfilment, it is important to put your needs and desire first for a change!

Mars connecting with your ruling planet on 20th May could indicate some decisions in this area. Certainly you will feel a bit more celebratory on the 25th as Jupiter and Neptune meet up, as if to ensure you are aware of your dreams and ready to take the steps towards giving them more of a focus in your life.

The first week in June focusses on communications and whether or not you are giving your close relationship the time and care that they need. The answer may be, “No”. Certainly on the 7th June there is an indication of demands being made of your time and resources. You sometimes forget how needy other people can be, and how much time and attention they require.

When Mercury moves into your house of friendship on 12th June, you will feel more at ease to address this deficit, although the new Moon the following day will be demanding your work focus once more.

Appeasement is well starred however, Virgo, mid June shows good strong connections and warmth with others. For single Virgos this is the best time of Spring/early Summer for you to be out and about meeting new people. You'll feel more upbeat, sociable and fun-loving at this time. (13th to 23rd June)

Things do come back down to earth at the end of June. Duties are piling up and work demands are pressing, the bubble has burst for just a little while and as Mars begins a retrograde motion in Aquarius on 27th June this will be the backdrop of the Summer. Whether readdressing the feng shui in your home (or workplace), or simply making up for a less than perfect diet over the last few months, this is the beginning of an energetic 'Spring clean'.

Shalom~~ Waxy

Libra Horoscope - April to June 2018

Those of you born in early October are probably reading this reluctantly thinking, “what next?” I know it's been stressful week or so, for all of you in one way or another. Saturn in Capricorn is making itself known, stifling your congeniality and forcing you to look at issues with home, family and areas of your past that would be more easily ignored.

I'm afraid the first week of April, further presses on these point and if you can avoid people (and potentially confrontation) on 2nd April do so.

Things ease up after this point, sure Venus moving into Taurus on 7th April may not be quite so romantic as it being in your opposite sign but the need to 'take time out' is so important for you right now, this more introspective period has come at the right time.

When Mercury ends it's retrograde period on 15th the dust will slowly begin to settle. You've had a lot of memories, old unresolved issues coming up to the surface lately, I'm happy to say that you can rest and take a back seat for most of the second half of April.

Chiron in Aries from the 17th will start up a new level of learning, but only for those of you born from 23rd to 26th September.

{Do you want to know more about how Chiron in your opposite sign from now until 2027 will change your life? Contact me for a £20 Chiron reading at: waxlobster@hotmail.com }

Easy moments will follow for most Libras from the new Moon on 16th April, followed by your ruler Venus moving into compatible Gemini on 24th April. The downturn occurs when Mars and Pluto meet up on 26th of the month, people are going to be conflictive and aggressive on this Libra. I know how uncomfortable that can make you feel and so I'm giving you a headsup to avoid the more cantankerous, confrontative and lairy types if you want to keep things peaceful. The emphasis is on the area of your chart which deals with communication, so you could be dragged unwittingly into the crossfire if you don't know to avoid.

The full Moon in your house of resources on 30th will get you thinking about how much of yourself you share; both energetically and with your finances also.

You've been assessing your friendships in the back of your mind for the last year or so, looking at who really matters to you and vice-versa. This will become more evident to you around 3rd May, and it may turn out that you are closer to some people than you knew. It’s possible you will meet somebody at this time also, who makes quite a lasting, positive influence on your life. It could be a new friend, it could be a new love, stay open minded and socialise if you have chance. The first week of May looks very promising for you Libra and this will be a continuing energy in fact. As, on 13th May, you find yourself feeling more creatively inspired than you have for a while.

Uranus, the planet of chaos, change, revolution and inspiration will be moving into Taurus from the 15th, beginning a 7 year sojourn in an area of your chart which rules the deepest connections in life. Your intuition will start to be a more reliable guide now and your psychic ability will be enhanced going forwards.

From the 19th your ruling planet, Venus moves into the area of your life governing career, enhancing your creativity in the workplace. If you run your own business, or have considered doing so, this is a great time for a launch, revamp, rebrand, or visual campaign.

Creativity will continue to peak and the 25th May is going to have a hazy romantic type of energy. For those of you in relationships, practical long-term concerns can be discussed and shared. Single Libras will be looking for long-term too, rather than casual.

The 1st of June has a particularly positive slant to it, if you do meet somebody at this time Libra, expect it to be somebody different, who has experiences that fascinate and inspire you. A holiday romance is also well featured at this time and you will be inclined towards travel in June.

From 13th to 20th June you will experience quite a rollercoaster of emotions. This is a great time to plan an adventure, but even if you stay home, this be a very eventful week. So many areas of your chart are lit up at this time, a change in your life direction is very possible. You may decide to change jobs, move house, you may fall in love, or take up a new hobby. There are many options available but with Uranus in Taurus, and your intuition so much clearer now than it has been previously, you may feel like you are guided by a higher force in the decisions you make. Synchronicities will be more frequent too.

{if you would like a £20 reading, to explain how Uranus moving into Taurus will personally affect you for the coming 7 years, contact me at: waxlobster@hotmail.com }

After the Solstice on the morning of 21st your focus will be a little more studious and practical. Changes are best made prior to this point anyway, as Mars turning retrograde in Aquarius at the end of the month, marks the beginning of period of reconsidering your domestic finances, family matters and creative plans. With the Full Moon on 28th June, capitulating and highlighting points which will require your focus over the remainder of the Summer. It will be a more introspective Summer than usual, so enjoy the freedom that June will bring you beforehand.

Shalom~~ Waxy

Aries & Gemini & Cancer Forecast ~ April, May, June 2018

Aries Forecast ~ April to June 2018

{a slightly longer write up for Aries this quadrant, since it is your birthday month}

The month begins with Mercury retrograde in your sign Aries, moving in this apparent backward motion up until the 15^th April, those born between 25^th March and 2^nd April will be feeling this most keenly.

Mercury retrograde periods are renowned for their apparent ability to cause computers to break down, traffic to become notably worse and general miscommunication to occur in all areas of life. Since this Mercury retrograde is in Aries, this time around you will feel it more impactfully. It will seem more personal somehow and most likely have a more jarring effect upon your day to day life; forcing you to consider alternatives and refine your usual routines.

Frustrations will be at their most notable on 2^nd April as your ruling planet, Mars meets up with restrictive Saturn in Capricorn, assuaging your enthusiasm, almost instantaneously, like a burst balloon. The issue will most likely lie with work and your views and interactions with the outside world. You will be questioned, have to double-check, correct and be basically stalled and stifled by events on this day. These things are not happening, 'just to wind you up' but to help you recognise that a more measured and steady approach, can at times, bring better long-term rewards. Steamrollering can be wonderfully effective, but not for everything.

Being an Aries you are likely to have a shorter fuse than most, but know that the positives of Mercury retrogrades are in the potential of viewing things differently, having to redo things that perhaps weren't really considered quite so much as they should have been in the first place. It's also an opportunity to slow down, re-evaluate and look at whether the recent life choices you have made are actually appropriate after all. It's easy to run around from one thing to another, to keep busy and active, but it's not always the means in which to make progress in life.

You may be wishing for Spring, impatiently considering all that you would be able to do, if the conditions were more conducive, but in reality there are loose ends and refinements to make beforehand.

Passions will be rising to the surface for Ariens around 11^th to 15^th April, as the Sun in Aries meets with powerful, transformative Pluto. Venus and Mars, also meet up for one of their regular rendezvous' and invite dreamy, romantic Neptune into their waltz. The frustrations of the first half of the month will dissipate in a cloud of hopeful harmonies and a fervour of frission.

The upbeat vibe is set to continue, as you find yourself far more expressive, positive and upbeat during the second half of April. For those born around 17^th April, the lunar proximity will set off a sparkling New Moon energy, throwing the planet of chaos, creativity and vision (Uranus) into the mix and promising you a solar year to remember!

With Uranus soon to be making a temporary farewell to Aries, this is a new Moon which implies a 'last chance', to fulfil your dreams, make that mark and change something in your life you've been thinking about for the last year or few. Although Uranus will make a revisit to Aries later in the year, after 2018 there genuinely won't be another chance of this kind. Uranus won't be in Aries again until the year 2095!

{Contact me at waxlobster@hotmail.com if you would like a £20 report on how best to utilise Uranus in your personal chart}

Your confidence continues through the latter part of April, even as the Sun moves into Taurus on the 20^th. There will be a 'blip' on the 25^th when you find your confidence dipping and your vulnerabilities rising to the surface. This may well manifest in anger also, as your ruling planet (Mars) meets up with Pluto and causes a very potent explosive energy. In fact take it easy around 26^th April as accidents and more widespread issues are more possible when Mars and Pluto collide in this way. If you can expend the passion in a more focussed, expressive and/or meaningful way then all the better. Everyone is going to be edgy at this time, but people will be a bit more sexy too….

The full Moon at 9 Scorpio at the end of the month will add to this tension on 30^th April, so if you've been single up until this point, it could be a good time to change that. Chemistry will be at it's peak, where it lurks already….

Those of you born at the very beginning of Aries (21^st to 23^rd March) are going to have the interesting experience of Chiron reaching your Sun during April and May. Chiron takes around 50 years to go around the Sun, so for many of you this will be a first time experience and one which brings a deep level of sensitivity to your life, in a way you won't have experienced before.

{I can offer you a Chiron analysis for £20 also: waxlobster@hotmail.com}

Otherwise May rolls up some nice upbeat energies, which are mostly congenial and enjoyable, until the big change occurs on the 15^th May. This is the day that Mars moves from Capricorn into compatible, more sociable Aquarius and Uranus moves into Taurus for the first time in 84 years! The calm may be a balm and certainly you will start to notice that there is less upheaval in your life with the loss of Uranus (although you may notice that things are more dull also).

May is a less eventful month and one in which you can take a bit of time out and enjoy; with Venus in Cancer (from 20^th May), it may be fruitful to spend a little more time beautifying and enjoying your home environment. On 25^th May a lovely connection between Jupiter and Neptune will be felt in an uplifting manner for anybody who enjoys creativity that buoyant connected feeling of appreciation and the higher levels of communication that we can learn by observing animals and nature. The month ends with a lovely excuse for celebrations with great friends, topped off perfectly with a full Moon in fun loving Sagittarius on 29^th.

June begins with a lovely set up of harmonious aspects, communications will be great, the romantic backdrop is still having its say, you feel confident to express your true feelings at the moment Aries. Often you are an 'actions speak louder than words' kind of sign, but this is going to change a fair bit over the coming years. As Chiron slowly starts to have an affect upon you and, as always, the backdrop for adjustment is being provided supportively and synchronistically by the other planets, you find that things are gradually changing bit by bit. Uranus has left your sign, and you, with a feeling of being slightly changed by the experiences of the last 7 years. You're not quite the same person you were before and you wouldn't wish to be; there are more strings to your bow and more notes in your heart.

There's going to a be an unproductive, and hazy feeling surrounding 6^th and 7^th June but the new Moon in Gemini on 13^th will reassemble your thoughts, whilst on the same day, Venus strolls into flamboyant Leo, craving a similarly emphatic response in it's fellow fire signs (Aries & Sagittarius) and other animals..

The 15^th & 16^th of June will be you feeling a little less connected again, but Mars is still in Aquarius your house of friends and social focus. Although you may not be feeling as gregarious as you were a few weeks ago, as Mercuy is in more sombre and domestic Cancer, with the Sun following shortly afterwards (moving to Cancer late 21^st June) there is a feeling of possibility and increased connectivity.

You will be looking at the potentials to rejig your finances (with Uranus now in the house which can change this area at the drop of a hat), and you will still be digging deeper into the shadow sides of your personality, as Jupiter completes its year sojourn; exploring the psychological depths of Scorpio.

The month ends with a rather sombre full Moon in Capricorn, which links up with Saturn in the sign he rules and bringing that sense of order and control, with a nod to financial stability, status and all of the parameters set upon those who allow this to be their fulcrum.

No doubt, politically this full Moon will bring an awareness of heaviness and constrictions, but what goes down will inevitably spring back up. Somehow. In some way and the winds of change are now shifting from fire pits (Uranus in Aries) to stubborn, dogged, determined and focused shifts in the money markets (Uranus in Taurus)…. {more about that later}

Shalom~~~~

Waxy

Gemini Forecast ~ April to June 2018

The month begins at the exact midpoint of ruling planet, Mercury’s retrograde cycle, as it meets up with the Sun in Aries.

You’ve already had that feeling of progress being halted for the last week or so and that will continue. Social areas will be most affected, along with the obvious communication breakdowns, IT issues and transport issues.

With Mars and Saturn also throwing some stalling energy to Mercury during the first week of the month, your intuition will feel blocked and areas of emotions which have been glossed over in the past will rise to the surface for acknowledgement. When Mars and Saturn get together it’s only the most mundane, planned and methodical approaches which work, you may have to resign yourself to this until the more uplifting creative energies begin on 7th April.

The second week of April in absolute contrast to the first; will be uplifting, hazy, romantic and dreamy. There will be a lovely balance of masculine and feminine energy with Venus and Mars bringing harmony on 11th and as they both allow uplifting, esoteric Neptune in on the act, this will be great week to share love and show the important people how much you appreciate them. Single Geminis should get out and about this week to take advantage of the connectivity.

As Mercury finally begins to move in forward motion on 15th April, anything you have been working on can actually start moving. The new Moon in Aries the following day may coincide with a social gathering or two and expect the unexpected, as this is the last chance for Uranus in Aries to throw a few curve balls of its own brand of humourous chaos into the mix.

This also heralds the move of Chiron from Pisces, to Aries. After a number of years of blocks and lack of progress in the career section of your life, opportunities will start to open up again and new recognition is likely (although more pronounced again in 2019).

Venus moves into your sign shining it’s spotlight onto your best traits from 24th April and making you feel appreciated, popular and like your charisma is even more effective and winning than ever. Although there will be problems at glitches to resolve on 25th & 26th April, probably at work, the month will end on a good note, although do watch out for the collision of Mars and Pluto. Together they can create marvellous passion, but suppressed they can explode out into uncontrollable rage. Public places; including roads, may be fraught with tension and geological manifestations such as falling rocks, and earthquakes become more likely.

On the contrary the first week of May is congenial, productive and upbeat. Ideas will be flowing again and your ruling planet, Mercury is now moving at full speed, able to gather and process information at the kind of pace that you most relish.

During the second week there is a notable build up to Uranus – the planet of chaos, revolution, invention and higher though – moving into Taurus for the first time since the 1942, after 7 years in Aries. Interestingly, as if to ease us in gently, Mars moves into Uranus ruled Aquarius on the 15th April also. As Mars rules Aries, this divine timing provides a very symbol transition period from the instant kinds of reactions of Aries, to the more steady, planned and controlled energies of Taurus. For you this is hidden, and less obvious area of your chart, and bringing a subconscious desire for change which can be best utilised through meditation and intuition.

{if you would like to understand how Uranus moving into Taurus affects you on a more personal level, then contact: waxlobster@hotmail.com for a £20 analysis}

Finances will be looking up towards the latter part of May, along with the desire to be a little more inclined to actually spend a bit of time looking into them in the first place!

When the full Moon on the 29th May in Sagittarius occurs, relationships and the balance between you and the closest people in your life will be in the spotlight. Since our solar 7th House is gregarious, fun, loving Sagittarius, this could bring cause to celebrate and indulge. Summer is nearly here, the Sun is in your sign and finally the stresses of day to day life can take a backseat.

June begins with a lovely set of warm, communicative and loving connections in the planet world. The warmth from these will be reflected in the atmosphere, and people are going to be a bit more kind and generous than they have for a while.

There may be a blip around the 7th when misunderstandings are going to be caused by low overall energy, and mid-June will bring us all promptly back down to earth.

On 13th although the new Moon in your sign connects warmly with Jupiter and promises fun and frivolity, the reality will be a lot more complicated, as egos start to inflate and bring to the surface wounds and unspoken words that will bring about a few conflicts.

Later in the month these issues will die down but when the Sun moves into Cancer for a morning Solstice on the 21st June, the crossfire with restrictive, serious, earthy Saturn will take centre stage and come to a head at the full Moon on 28th of the month. The energy is not alarming, as it is controlled and rather restrictive in nature but the beginning of June will be a far better time to celebrate and enjoy until the real Summer months begin.

Shalom ~~~ Waxy

Cancer Horoscope - April to June 2018

Things aren't very smooth at work at the moment really are they Cancer? The month begins with this is focus, as Mercury retrograde in your career house, meets up with the Sun in Aries, exacerbating these concerns. There's nothing else for it, but to surround yourself with great friends, and live it up a little. Venus in Taurus from 1st can at least promise you some fun, social times.

Relationships are under a bit of strain so far this year also, as Saturn in your opposite sign ask you to focus not just upon what you think you want, but to state your real needs candidly. With Mars also joining up here on 4th April, tensions will be high. The only way to work with this configuration is to stay focussed, planned and be as honest and measured as you can manage.

The second week of the month is far better, for all of us, as Venus and Mars the archetypal feminine and masculine planets join forces and add creative, inspirational Neptune into their circle. There will be a general 'feel good' factor to mid-April. Plan around it Cancer, use it to take a little time out, you've had a lot of stress on your shoulders so far this year but you can only really relax when you feel happy enough to appreciate it. The period from 7th April to 17th April will be uplifting and far more tranquil for you.

As Saturn turns retrograde on 18th the early Cancerians (those born up to 28th June) will start to feel under scrutiny once more. Look at this way; you cannot master anything in life unless you work hard to refine and improve at it, whilst Saturn opposite your Sun may seem oppressive, you will come out of it so much more knowledgeable, strong and capable.

{If you'd like to me to provide a focussed report of how Saturn in Capricorn is affecting you over the next 2 years or so, then I can do so for £20, just contact me at: waxlobster@hotmail.com}

The career focus continues however, despite Mercury retrograde taking his confusion and requests for refinements and flexibility from the focus on 15th April, you may begin to notice that your vulnerabilities are still at the fore, as Chiron joins Mercury in Aries. Interestingly this comes along to, in a sense, replace the chaotic 7 year sojourn of the planet of change and revolution; Uranus.

To surmise, although there will be more stability in your career life from mid-April, you may start to feel a need/desire to bring a more healing and compassionate element into your choice of workplace. With Chiron the planet which rules our deepest most vulnerable areas of ourselves, this area of your life, perhaps it's time to utilise your deeply compassionate and emotional nature and channel it into an area where it can really make a difference?

From 24th April, as Venus moves into Gemini try to take a little time out to nurture yourself, regenerate, and if you are so inclined; also meditate. The meet up between Mars and Pluto in your opposite sign on the 26th will be intense however. If you are in an unsatisfactory relationship at this time, issues will come to a head. If you are single, then this isn't a great time to meet somebody, it is however a great time to assess what you want vs what you need and look to beginning to manifest this into your life. Still things will be explosive in the outside world, as well as personal relationships, so take it easy at the end of the month Cancer.

May begins with a more positive, grounded and productive energy. With April ending on a Full Moon in compatible Scorpio, there is a sense of a new start. Just like an excellent brunch meet-up with friends, Sprummer has actually begun!

For the first half of the month, ideas are flowing, the heaviness has passed and your best qualities are coming to the fore. The new Moon on the 15th makes you want to socialise and let your hair down a little more and this will coincide neatly with Uranus moving into the social area of your chart.

I mentioned earlier about the desire to fined a little more meaning and a deeper level of fulfilment into your work world, and you may start to consider working in more charitable areas. Perhaps, considering whether your day to day life impacts the community and others who need help the most. Whilst Uranus is in Taurus you will have a lot more sway in these areas, and this influence lasts a mighty years. There is much your compassionate nature can accomplish in this time.

There's no rush, the planet of revolution, invention and genius is going to be stick around for a while. This period is the time when you consider potential change. Of course some of you will already be making waves in your lives, and so this is an opportune time to take advantage of your added influence in these areas. You have gravitas, people are willing to listen to you, where you are usually shy the serious caste from Saturn is actually giving you a deep confidence that you can utilise, rather than simply feel restricted by.

The Full Moon at the end of May gets you to the mundane focus. Facts, figures, balance, and are you eating well enough at the moment?

June begins with a loving, romantic essence to it. Single Cancerians will have a far more conducive time of it in the first half of June, although keep an eye on your intensity. Fun at first, depths can be explored in good time.

Mercury will be in your sign on 12th June and the new Moon in Gemini follows. Unexpressed feelings will be brought up for healing at this time. Arm yourself with a few of the close people, so you can be frank and comfortable, should you need to feel connected. (You probably will)

Finances finally take an upturn towards the end of June, in time for your special time of the year, the Summer Solstice – which will be at exactly 10:07am (UK time) – if you wish to note it.

Long-term plans will start to take centre stage at the end of the month as the build to the Full Moon on 28th June asks you to not only answer some serious questions, but also to pre-empt the future ones. No matter your age Cancer, this is a year where you're going to feel more grown up and mature, just try to remember how much more accomplished, experienced, wise and caring you will be at the end of it all though. ♥

Shalom~~~ Waxy

How do you heal? Chiron in Astrology

An article I wrote about Chiron and added some edits in 2010.

It is still in dispute as to whether Chiron is an asteroid or planet. Since its discovery in 1977 much speculation has continued regarding its astrological significance and scientific categorisation. Whilst we are still on fairly new territory, 25 years later astrologers are now beginning to agree on the characteristics associated with this maverick.

Many of the references to Chiron being labelled the ‘Wounded Healer’ link to the mythology. Whilst they tie up most aptly to my own definitions, I don’t personally, subscribe to ancient wisdom since my own use of astrology is as a psychological, life enhancement tool. However to refer briefly to the mythology, Chiron was a Greek God who became severely wounded. This, along with immortally, caused him grave suffering. Despite his great distress he channelled his great empathy and experiences into healing and caring for others.

Moving back to the 21st century many astrologers have begun to believe Chiron may rule Virgo, shifting Mercury to the position of ‘co-ruler’. I am one of those who subscribes to this belief, let me tell you why.

Firstly the Virgo psychology is known to be organised, detail oriented and very concerned with health and cleanliness – to sum up a few key attributes. Virgos are also often criticised for being critical but in my own experience I would regard Virgo energy as mostly self-critical. It is if this desire for perfection within the self is not met & the personal imperfections, that are common to all humans, become unacceptable that the Virgo will begin to turn that criticism outwards.

Virgos are highly capable and extremely reliable individuals, however this striving for superhuman perfection seems to leave many with insecurities and feelings of insufficiency. Their self-esteem is directly related to proficiency and order, the Virgo also desires hygiene as a precursor to well being. Health is also extremely important to them and they are very aware (to coin a couple of clichés) that we ‘are what we eat’ and that a ‘healthy body equals a healthy mind’. Most Virgos are also extremely willing and able to help others, some of the best nurses and carers around are Virgos expressing a very healthy sense of duty and diligence.

Already there is an apparent relationship between the symbolic deep wounding suffered by Chiron and the psychological wounding of the Virgo seeking perfection. We can also see how this sensitivity can manifest as a desire to help and protect others. Many links can be found between Virgo and Chiron far too many, in my opinion, to be coincidence.

How are we likely to experience Chiron by transit?

When experiencing a difficult transit to our Natal Chiron position; much depends on the planet aspecting it and also how Chiron falls natally, regards both house & aspects. However, to summarise, Chiron emotions usually relate to a feeling of deep emptiness – what I refer to as ‘the Void’. This ‘Void’ seems to be felt most in the Solar Plexus (charka/energy centre located directly below the centre of the rib cage). Memories of our earliest feelings of inadequacies, failure and lack of acceptance from others are likely to surface. We may also feel that we wish to be alone and that circumstances or people are in some way victimising us. These emotions are very personal, so we may feel we are alone in having experienced them. Of course, this is untrue it is simply that such depth is less easy to discuss and so is frequently internalised.

Unlike other outer planets Chiron transits do not have to be heeded and it is not unusual for any adverse emotions to be ignored and buried deep down in our psyches. This is by no means healthy for the individual but the hectic lifestyles and degrees of stress being experienced by more and more people often take precedence over emotional cleansing.

Many people when undergoing holistic healing will suddenly find themselves in the throes of intense, emotional release – Chiron rules experiences such as these. Chiron is also linked with eating disorders, and corresponds to the Bach Flower Remedy: crab apple and in Tarot: The Heirophant.

So how do we integrate this information into our natal charts in order to better interpret the energy of Chiron?

In order to examine the affinity in your own chart between Virgo and Chiron
first look to which Sign Chiron falls in:
 

Chiron through the signs:

Chiron in Aries individuals.......

 1 Apr 1968 - 18 Oct 1968, 30 Jan 1969 - 28 May 1976, 13 Oct 1976 - 28 Mar 1977
…wish to experience immediate healing. When ill they feel trapped and ineffective and will take proactive steps to ensure good health, though they have a tendency to cut corners when it comes to taking preventative measures. Expression of healing will be direct, truthful and to the point. Their vulnerabilities will be related to self assertion & identity. They do not like to be ignored or forgotten, as it reminds them of their failure to be self confident. Once the fear of being overlooked is faced they will be able to pioneering in their endeavours to heal and support those around them.

Chiron in Taurus individuals.......

28 May 1976 - 13 Oct 1976, 28 May 1977 - 22 Jun 1983, 29 Nov 1983 - 11 Apr 1984
…will have a very down to earth attitude to their health. They won’t be quick to change their approaches but they will be quite consistent about any new attitudes they adopt. Expression of healing will be stable, supportive and tactile. They will feel vulnerable when faced with unexpected changes, unusual occurrences related to their physical body and when their need for physical contact has been neglected. They do not like to be confused or pushed into fast decision making and are likely to fear deadlines and pressure when given no chance for preparation.  Their greatest asset is their reliability and unfailing patience both in love and when their help in needed by a worthy cause.

Chiron in Gemini individuals.......

22 Jun 1983 - 29 Nov 1983, 11 Apr 1984 - 21 Jun 1988
…although they may be flighty and unpredictable at times, there is much resilience with Chiron in Gemini natives.  They will be adaptive in their approach to healing and are intuitively aware that the power of thought is intrinsically linked to both healing and maintenance of a healthy body.  Quick to learn new ideas, they make ideal consultants, as they are likely to have tried many approaches.  I believe Chiron is exalted in this sign, as by sharing and communicating weaknesses, people feel closer and hence; less vulnerable, alone and ‘wounded’.  Their most significant downfall can be a lack of patience for others who are more negative and set in their ways.

Chiron in Cancer individuals.......

29 May 1938 - 1 Oct 1940, 27 Dec 1940 - 16 Jun 1941, 21 Jun 1988 - 21 Jul 1991
…have a natural empathy for others. They are caring, sensitive and seem to have an in-built ability to read signs of distress and unhappiness in others.  Expressions of healing may be diverse and they love to retrieve old memories and emotional experiences, though can find it difficult to let go of the past at times.   Vulnerabilities often lie in the welfare of others close to them, especially members of the family. They hate to see somebody they care about in distress and will feel most upset at any time they cannot assist. Their weakness is their inability to separate others’ feelings from their own at times.

Chiron in Leo individuals.......

1 Oct 1940 - 27 Dec 1940, 16 Jun 1941 - 26 Jul 1943, 21 Jul 1991 - 3 Sept 1993
…want to be seen as adept and able and will often be proud if they have strong bodies and healthy youthful looks.  Whilst quite self focussed, they are also extremely loyal and generous and will endeavour to be at the beck and call of their loves ones.  With a flair for colour healing and natural charisma their indefatigable positivity can be very helpful and uplifting to those needing a boost to their spirits. Their vulnerabilities lie in being overlooked or unappreciated and if they are not tangibly thanked for their loyalty they may retreat. 

Chiron in Virgo individuals.......

26 Jul - 1943 - 18 Nov 1944, 24 Mar 1945 - 22 Jul 1945, 3 Sept 1993 - 9 Sept 1995
…can be identified by their systematic and orderly approach. They are calm and able in a crisis and can easily perform as well under pressure as at any other time. When Chiron falls in Virgo, the energy is likely to be acknowledged, expressed and subsequently used in a positive manner. As Virgos already have natural tendencies to be purgative and wish to be clean throughout the mind, body & soul it seems Chiron has always been their natural ruler. Vulnerabilities for Chiron in Virgo involve being ineffective in their service to humankind. Their wish is to be there for others and if they are in some way unable to be so, disappointment will be deep. They also fear any form of uncleanliness or disorder, they are effective in many areas of healthcare and usually have great retentive knowledge and a calm demeanour.

Chiron in Libra individuals.......

22 Jul 1945 - 10 Nov 1946, 9 Sept 1995 - 29 Dec 1996, 4 Apr 1997 - 3 Sept 1997
care deeply for others, they want their health to be balanced and to have a glowing complexion. They tend to be very congenial and sympathetic to those in need and are happy to go out of their way for another, though they don’t have an instinct as to how would be the best form of assistance. Expressions of healing will be loving and warm, though they may be a little over sensitive and self preservative in a crisis. Their Vulnerabilities are mostly aesthetic, they want to be beautiful and anything that interferes negatively with their appearance or affectionate congeniality will upset their balance.

Chiron in Scorpio individuals.......

10 Nov 1946 - 28 Nov 1948, 29 Dec 1996 - 4 Apr 1997, 3 Sept 1997 - 7 Jan 1999,

1 Jun 1999 - 22 Sept 1999
…are intuitive and secretive about their fears. In regards their health they tend to suffer from suppressing their emotions the most and while they can become great spiritual healers, they need to first work on the inner self. Expression of healing with be via mediumship, intuition or through some form of deep meditation. They need depth and feelings to be able to perform well and so are good at assisting with emotional distress and grief. Vulnerabilities relate to a fear of death and destruction by unseen forces. Since they have such a connection with the spirit world, they are very aware of the troubles which can be encountered from that quarter.

Chiron in Sagittarius individuals.......

28 Nov 1948 - 9 Feb 1951, 18 Jun 1951 - 8 Nov 1951, 7 Jan 1999 - 1 Jun 1999,

 22 Sept 1999 - 11 Dec 2001
…are warm and outgoing. Whilst difficult to pin down, they are well able to lift the mood of those near them and tend to display a warm vivacity. Expression of healing with be through; warmth and humour.  Although they have a tendency to become uncomfortable with serious illness, they are great emotional supporters due to their exuberant optimism. They dislike criticism, boredom and demands being placed upon them and will respond defensively in these sorts of situations.  For them laughter is the best medicine and most will shy away from self-analysis and prefer nobody to know if they are suffering.

Chiron in Capricorn individuals.......

9 Feb 1951 - 18 Jun 1951, 8 Nov 1951 - 27 Jan 1955, 11 Dec 2001 - 21 Feb 2005
...are very serious about health matters. They tend to be quite focussed and conscientious in their attitude to healthcare.  The downside is this is they may be prone to worrying, which can cause bodily stress.  Expression of healing will be traditional and they prefer to follow protocol and statistically proven methods. Vulnerabilities lies in the unknown and whatever is beyond their control, excessive emotional outbursts will also make them uncomfortable.  Around sickness they can be remarkably calm and provide stability; however they their own illnesses may be regarded almost as failure. 

Chiron in Aquarius individuals.......

27 Jan 1955 - 26 Mar 1960, 19 Aug 1960 - 21 Jan 1961, 21 Feb 2005 - 1 Aug 2005
…don’t tend to be preoccupied with thoughts of healing and illness. They are more concerned with any lack of self-expression and individuality. Expression of healing is intellectual and they are open to new ideas and have an affinity towards holistic methods.  They fear limitation, inhibitions and for choices to be taken away from them, so will endeavour to maintain good health and believe in prevention not cure. They don’t rely on others and neither do they expect others to rely on them. They are however, altruistic and insightful so at times their intuition and ability to see the bigger picture can be most useful.

Chiron in Pisces individuals.......

26 Mar 1960 - 19 Aug 1960, 21 Jan 1961 - 1 Apr 1968
… have an otherworldly outlook on all things related to health, they also see that anything is possible and so gravitate towards alternative therapies, spiritual healing and meditation. Expression of healing is very giving, caring and concerned. However, due to their deep sensitive caring nature they will feel the pain of others at times, sometimes even unconsciously. Vulnerabilities lie in their inability to relate to the physical world. They fear real life issues at times and although they are in touch with their emotions, escapist tendencies often surface.  To avoid the depths of despair they feel when troubled and may be a little too willing to try new ventures/remedies.