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Daily Astrology~December 29th, 2018: Painful Issues ~ December 29, 2018


By Nadia Gilchrist

  • Third Quarter Square between the Libra Moon and Capricorn Sun (7 deg)
  • Mars conjunct Chiron in Pisces (28 deg)

A touchy day,  as the Third Quarter Square raises questions about existing rules and traditions. Imbalances between you and another or in a home versus work situation will trigger tension between what’s established/proper versus what feels acceptable. Perhaps you’re trying to keep up the facade but on the inside you feel undervalued. Perhaps the friction between being nice versus being successful has brought you to a crisis point. How are your boundaries? It may be time to reconsider who you give access to. Do you feel respected?

Mars/Chiron will add to the tension by triggering a wound. Mars is the activator, so there’s no getting around this – it’s going to be uncomfortable. But a conjunction is also a new beginning, and Mars is Pisces is about actions that trigger release. So this is where you confront the wound and move past it. The issue may not be nicely wrapped up (Chiron’s wounds never vanish) but nonetheless, Mars says that you must keep on keeping on. Acknowledge what hurts, forgive, exhale and step forward.

This conjunction occuring on the same day as the Third Quarter Square means issues of boundaries and imbalances will be painful, but the questions this lunar phase raises must be acknowledged. Now is not the time to avoid or gloss over the awkward stuff.

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Daily Astrology~December 15th, 2018: A Test of Faith ~ December 15, 2018


By Nadia Gilchrist

  • First Quarter Square between the Pisces Moon and Sagittarius Sun (23 deg)
  • Ceres in Scorpio square Black Moon Lilith in Aquarius (14 deg)

The First Quarter Square can raise difficult issues as belief clashes with faith and disillusionment undermines trust. The Sag Sun is about striving for the future where there’s hope but the Pisces Moon can trigger loss of momentum or questions about what’s real/true.

And yet, the crisis of this square demands action- you have to move forward while altering your course based on the questions that come up.

Adding to the tension, Ceres/Lilith pits the Great Mother against the Witch/Outsider. Ceres in Scorpio’s deep nurturing clashes with BML in Aquarius’ disruption and detachment. Ceres is the intensely nurturing (and controlling) embrace while Black Moon Lilith looks out for herself and her freedom. You may be confronting this dynamic in your life as you consider the limits of how you can nurture/control versus liberation. Or, perhaps you need to come in from the cold and look at what/who needs your care.

As this takes place during the First Quarter Square, you know you’ll have to do something – use the crisis as motivation to make the necessary changes. This is your test of faith.

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Horoscopes for December 9th, 2018 to December 16th, 2018 ~ December 9, 2018


By Nadia Gilchrist 

Overview

The December 11th inconjunct between Mercury in Scorpio and Uranus Rx in Aries is a repeat of December 2nd, but this time Mercury is direct. Once again you’ll be dealing with a sharp exposure or unexpected realization plus the tension between words that are held back (Mercury in Scorpio) versus the push to wrench everything out into the open (Uranus). 

This trigger will lead to Mercury’s ingress into Sagittarius on December 12th, which can feel like a burst of intellectual/verbal freedom after Mercury’s time in compressed, intense Scorpio. Mercury last visited Sag on October 31st (before it turned Rx) so this will be another activation of potentials from that date. Now, after the entire retrograde process of reviews, questions and delays, you can surge ahead with the knowledge and perspective you’ve gained. 

December 16th delivers a harmonious sextile between Saturn in Capricorn and Venus in Scorpio. This influence is so quiet that it might slip past you, but it can be a valuable opportunity to see some rewards for your hard work. Here is the small but significant relationship or financial commitment  – a confirmation of what you want that may not be flashy, but it will mean something. Venus in Scorpio has depth and staying power while Saturn adds stability.

Aries

Mercury in your sector of shared resources makes an inconjunct to Uranus Rx in your sign,triggering a reveal of private info. A realization or disruptive conversation involving debts, taxes, loans, your partner’s finances or intimacy will be connected to events from December 2nd, but now there should be a final understanding of what was previously buried. 

This knowledge can liberate you as Mercury enters your sector of opportunities. Now that your eyes have been opened, it’s time to look further ahead at travel, education, legal matters, publishing or exploration. Watch for something more to look forward to. Mercury previously entered this sector on October 31st, so you may be reactivating issues from that time. 

Venus in your sector of shared resources sextile Saturn adds a subtle but effective point of financial or emotional stability. Future goals or professional guidelines can offer support and focus, allowing you to develop hidden or shared resources. This favours planning for the future with a partner or getting your debts/taxes in line. 

Taurus

Mercury in your partnership sector inconjunct Uranus Rx revisits a surprising or clarifying discussion from December 2nd. A reveal that you or your partner didn’t see coming can accelerate further developments, as Mercury enters your sector of shared resources. Now is the time to look behind the scenes at shared finances, intimacy or some uncomfortable truths. Mercury previously entered this sector on October 31st, so now you are once again going deeper, but this time you’ll complete the behind-the-scenes-exploration. This could be about the truth behind the truth, or alternative ideas to a seemingly issue. 

Venus in your partnership sector sextile Saturn suggests mutual goals (involving travel, education, legal matters or publishing) can be a point of reassurance. There may be something you and your partner can both agree on – it will take work and commitment, but that’s how you build something solid for the future. This can also apply to issues of faith. 

Gemini

Mercury in your sector of routine inconjunct Uranus Rx can reveal a surprising error, overlooked fact or diagnosis (in a work or health context). While this may be disruptive, it shouldn’t be a total surprise – you first glimpsed this around December 2nd. Now is your chance to address it or correct it. As Mercury enters your partnership sector, watch for a more balanced exchange of information between you and another – discussions in a relationship can open up, or you could experience a more equitable exchange of information with someone you work with. Mercury previously entered this sector on October 31st, so this exchange may have already begun, but was interrupted. Now it can move forward  as you experience the full benefits of cooperation. 

Venus in your sector of routine sextile Saturn favours improved relationships with co-workers, an increased sense of stability in your daily life or an easier flow of focus in a new work or health regime. Gradually applying boundaries and structure can solidify desired developments or confirm assistance and priorities. 

Cancer

Mercury in your sector of self-expression inconjunct Uranus Rx can trigger an unexpected statement from you, in a bid for attention. Too, you could receive some surprising news that’s a mix of exciting, jarring and pleasurable. You first caught wind of this around December 2nd. Results will be quite public and may involve your work or professional reputation. As Mercury enters your sector of routine, your attention will shift to new/expansive approaches to health and/or work. Mercury first entered this sector on October 31st, and now you can revisit the issue with a clearer sense of the necessary corrections, improvements and priorities. Previously missing details may now be available.

Venus in your sector of self-expression sextile Saturn can solidify a desired objective (involving a new attraction, partnership, creative work, a celebration or children/pregnancy). However, this is not a dramatic influence – watch for a calm sense of commitment, support from another or assurance that you are on the right track. It will not involve applause, just a quiet confirmation. 

Leo

Mercury in your domestic sector inconjunct Uranus suggests surprising info from the past that’s abruptly revealed in the present. Family discussions or details about a home business, buying/selling/renting a home can trigger a rapid update, although you will have first encountered this on December 2nd. The source of the disruption (or clarification) can be a legal matter, education or foreign issue. 

As Mercury enters your sector of self-expression you could experience a tremendous release or surge of hope/confidence. There could be good news, a reason to celebrate or more to look forward to. Too, this could be about you deciding to speak out. Mercury first entered this sector on October 31st, giving you a taste of freedom or boldness, and now you can move forward with this. 

Venus in your domestic sector sextile Saturn offers a touch of stability via disciplined routines or attention to obligations. Certain rules must be followed, or a strict focus must be applied regarding a work, health or mundane matter. Stick to the plan and watch a subtle but important improvement in home and family matters. 

Virgo

Mercury in your communication sector inconjunct Uranus Rx can deliver a shocking answer or abrupt truth. Or, you could be the one speaking out about an issue. You may have first encountered this around December 2nd, when a hidden or intimate reveal (involving shared finances, a partner or your own psychological processes) challenged your sense of control or fixed opinions. Now you’ll hear it again or decide that it’s time to speak out. A set idea may be permanently shaken. 

As Mercury enters your domestic sector, the above can reverberate into expanded discussions with family or more information about a home business, home security or issues from the past. Mercury first visited this sector on October 31st, and now you can now move forward with domestic discussions or family plans as you run with ideas  that have been on hold. 

Venus in your communication sector sextile Saturn can gently support a favourable agreement. This could be a romantic commitment or confirmation/formalization of your creative efforts. Rewards or positive answers will depend on the work you’ve put into this. 

Libra

Mercury in your sector of personal resources inconjunct Uranus Rx suggests a partner, competitor or significant messenger can disrupt your security (financial or emotional). A surprising reveal/answer (first encountered around December 2nd) can challenge your ideas about what you’re worth or what you want. Financial discussions can be bumpy but ultimately clarifying. Too, events could push you to step up and declare what’s non-negotiable. 

As Mercury enters your communication sector, the above events can push you to learn more, ask for more or consider wider possibilities. Mercury first entered this sector on October 31st, but new ideas were put on hold. Now you can move forward with increased faith, hope and curiosity.

Venus in your sector of personal resources, sextile Saturn, is quiet encouragement to stay the course regarding a financial or emotional issue. Domestic responsibilities or increased focus on home/family can deliver rewards or allow you to solidify some resources. 

Scorpio

Mercury in your sign inconjunct Uranus Rx can deliver a repeat challenge or surprise (first encountered around December 2nd). Changes involving health, work or daily routines can remind you that a fix or upgrade is necessary, even if it disrupts your ideas. On this second go ‘round, you may be surprised by the effectiveness of an improvement. Too, you may find that you’re speaking up unexpectedly.

As Mercury enters your sector of personal resources, the above events can trigger a more expansive view of finances, values and self-esteem. Mercury first entered this sector on October 31st, and now you can move forward with a financial discussion, new ideas for earned income or communicating the values/ideals that are most important to you. 

Venus in your sign sextile Saturn suggests a quiet commitment, formal agreement or confirmation of something you want/love. This will not be a dramatic event. Rather, you’re looking at a reassuring answer or definition of what you’ve been working towards. Too, this could be about you/ your public image being taken more seriously. Respect depends on your ability to deliver on what you promised. 

Sagittarius

Mercury in your hidden sector, inconjunct Uranus Rx, delivers a second jolt or forceful reveal of a secret (the first jolt came around December 2nd). Watch for a light to be shone on something you’ve been avoiding, denying or hiding. As Mercury enters your sign, it will be time to come out with it. Whether this is voluntary or not, you’ll be going public with what you know/realize. Mercury first entered your sign on October 31st, but due to its retrograde there were delays, take backs or a temporary retreat to reconsider. Now everything will be out in the open  – use this opportunity to make your voice heard or view something previously obscured in the clear light of day.

Venus in your hidden sector sextile Saturn will be a subtle influence as a background confirmation of something you want, crave or are developing is delivered. This could be a financial or emotional issue, and won’t result in great wealth or emotional fireworks. But the acceptance of certain responsibilities or the need to focus/restrain will result in stabilization and the manifestation of something for the future. This is a work in progress. 

Capricorn

Mercury in your social sector inconjunct Uranus Rx can deliver a surprising encounter, conversation with a friend or public reveal/statement. This first came about on December 2nd, and now you’ll be confronting it again. As Mercury moves into your hidden sector, the above events may push you to step back, hold back or look behind the scenes at some truths. Mercury first entered this sector on October 31st, and now you’ll be moving forward with a deeper exploration of public reveals, or perhaps a deeper consideration of what you believe or who you put your faith in. 

Saturn in your sign sextile Venus in your social sector can confirm a friendship, aspect of your public image or group association. Your commitment and focus can gain you public respect or solidify a new social opportunity. This isn’t glamorous, but it can be a nice moment of recognition for your work or maturity. 

Aquarius

Mercury in your career sector inconjunct Uranus Rx can trigger an abrupt decision about your future or a surprising conversation with someone in authority. Even though you first dealt with this around December 2nd, this influence may be a final straw that pushes you into new territory or changes your future trajectory. As Mercury enters your social sector, you can gain a broader perspective and connect with more people who may be helpful in your next steps towards the future. Mercury first entered this sector on October 31st, but new contacts/opportunities may have been delayed due to Mercury’s retrograde. Now you can pick up where you left off. Excellent for a public launch, networking, or a public statement. 

Venus in your career sector sextile Saturn offers a subtle moment of confirmation for a professional relationship, your professional image or something desired that you’ve been working towards. The confirmation itself may come from a hidden source or may be an instinctive feeling, but know that the sense of stability means you’re on the right track.

Pisces

Mercury in your opportunities sector inconjunct Uranus Rx can reveal a new and unusual development or urge you to take a risk. First encountered around December 2nd, issues involving travel, education, legal matters, publishing or exploration can once again draw your attention to something outside your comfort zone. Should you say it, agree to it or move forward? Change is here, but some caution is also needed. As Mercury enters your career sector, the above events can see you applying new ideas/visions to your professional future. Mercury previously entered this sector on October 31st, and now you can move forward with new opportunities from that time.

Venus in your opportunities sector sextile Saturn can quietly reassure you about a new and desired development. A long-distance romance, issues with travel, education, legal matters or publishing can feature a social commitment. This aspect can anchor you in unknown territory while encouraging you to develop it further. 

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Daily Astrology~November 10th, 2018: Motivating Crises ~ November 10, 2018


By Nadia Gilchrist

  • Mars in Aquarius square Juno Rx in Taurus (27 deg)
  • Ceres in Libra square the South Node in Capricorn/North Node in Cancer (29 deg)

Today we have two squares that will provide motivating crises. No one likes tension, but that’s how change happens.

Mars/Juno

The Mars/Juno square indicates a confrontation between set relationship agreements versus disruptive or independent actions. One partner may want to keep things the same while the other wants their freedom, or is agitating for change.

This is the second of two squares. The first square occured on July 16th, 2018 when Mars was Rx and Juno was direct (at 6 deg). At that time, actions were being reviewed and revised. Now that Juno is Rx, the terms of the agreement/commitment may be up for revision.

Mars square Juno can indicate relationship conflict, but if a partnership has stagnated, this final square should shake things up.

Ceres

Ceres in the final degree of Libra squares the Nodes, newly entered into Capricorn/Cancer. A one-on-one (or one-sided) exchange of nurturing is at a tipping point. A square to the Nodes means this is a key issue that needs to be resolved before you can move forward. So there may be old rules/responsibilities (Capricorn South Node) that need to be revised (or left behind) before you can arrive at an authentic form of nurturing where needs (for both people) are met (Cancer North Node).

Parental issues are very strong here. Ceres is mother’s nurturing, Capricorn is the father and Cancer is the mother/child. What’s happening with the family dynamics? There’s a definite shift here – the way nurturing/care is being applied is up for a major change. Perhaps the caregiver/patient relationship is being redefined. Or, maybe your responsibilities as a caregiver/mother need attention. 

When Libra is involved, you’re going from one end of the scales to the other, and ultimately you want to find that balance point.

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Daily Astrology~ September 8th, 2018: The Final Shot ~ September 8, 2018


By Nadia Gilchrist

  • Venus in Libra square Mars in Capricorn (29 deg)
  • Uranus Rx in Taurus trine Pallas in Virgo (2 deg)

Venus/Mars

Venus and Mars square each other in the last degrees of their respective signs. This suggests relationship, financial or self-esteem issues are about to turn a corner. There’s a crisis between action and attraction – you may push too hard for what you want, or someone may pressure you.

Venus in Libra is light, flirtatious and graceful. Mars in Capricorn is serious and ambitious – maybe too serious for Venus. There’s motivation to get what’s desired (this can indicate some hot but discordant chemistry) but the balance (Libra) will be off. Success may or may not happen. 

Mars is close to the degree where it stationed direct on August 27th (28 deg). So we have the added momentum of another try – you have been over this territory before (Mars Rx activated 29 deg Capricorn on August 12th). Previous delays or reviews may have increased the intensity of your motivation: this is your final shot. 

The situation is about to progress as Venus enters Scorpio tomorrow (September 9th) and Mars enters Aquarius the day after. This could be the final, tense moment before an achievement or ending. If you’re striving for something or someone, know that you cannot control the other person or every detail of the outcome. You want to be the boss here, but the more you exercise your authority, the more unbalanced the situation will become. Give it your best but be wary of rigid insistence on having it all your way.  

If you’re the one being pressured, remember that you can always say “No.”

Uranus/Pallas

Detailed patterns are given a hint of innovation. Uranus in Taurus’ ongoing changes to a habit or resource can invigorate practical strategies. Watch for a new twist on a solution or routine. Don’t be afraid to add a couple of extra details to an existing pattern – you could open up a whole new design. 

These influences combine stability with change in a very manageable way. 

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