SYD – 23/4 – 12.25PM LOND – 23/4 – 3.25AM
NYC – 22/4 – 7.25PM
NEW MOON IN TAURUS
Welcome to this most incredible time in our evolution! What a time it is. I’m choosing to use the New Moon in Taurus for this post, however there is so much going on right now it’s kind of fair to say this really is not the usual ‘New Moon’ touchy – feely all will be well & make a wish’ kind of post. Of course it will be different for each of us but let’s not kid ourselves, this year of 2020 is a monumental time of great change. That is never easy, however it it essential. It can kick up all kinds of anxiety and there are real reasons for this, no doubt some people have lost loved ones, their jobs, or they are in fear of losing them. We are all being challenged by this social isolation and a limiting of our regular freedom to go and do what we please most of the time. Depending on where you live, what country, what line of work you are in, what level of debt you may have, it will affect us all differently. However the theme for us all is absolutely about rethinking how we have been living our lives and so we are being asked to reassess where and how we can make the necessary changes so we can thrive and move forward into the new world that awaits us. This planet is on pause big time!
So, this New Moon in earthy, sensual Taurus has a very different feel to it on this particular lunation. The main reason is that the planet of change and revolution – Uranus, which is in Taurus, is in a pretty challenging square aspect to Saturn in Aquarius. So if the Moon and the Sun will park there, right next to Uranus in Taurus, this square is going to really present a lot of frustration for us mere mortals wallowing in self isolation and financial uncertainty. I apologise early for my already pessimistic sounding post….but please remember, there is always a silver lining! As always the new moon phase is known as a time for setting your intentions, planting the seeds for what what lies ahead. We may be in for some shocks and unexpected surprises with this kind of aspect. This can be both physical and metaphorical. Considering the current climate we are already witnessing huge financial constraints, so no doubt this is only beginning, so hold on to your hats.
The symbolism around these transpersonal planets of Saturn, Pluto and Uranus is clearly centred around limitations, restrictions, denial of freedom and deep transformation. Saturn loves the boundaries and works to restrict and ground us, Uranus cries out for freedom and rebellion and forges new and innovative ways of doing things. So with this square aspect between Saturn and Uranus during the already intense placement of the sun and moon next to Uranus, we get a sense that there is real business to be dealt with here. There is friction and a real frustration as the two forces contradict each other, yet still speak to us of the importance of adherence for a better way forward. The emergence of the virus covid-19 is a manifestation of this time along with the financial decline we can see happening around the world. We are witnessing something that will be noted in history for many years to come.
We also have Jupiter (expansion) and Pluto (destroys & transforms) conjunct or ‘up close & personal.’ Also they are still in the sign of Capricorn – of which Saturn rules. So can you see this incredible tapestry of energy playing out here? Aquarius (ruled by Uranus & traditionally Saturn) and Jupiter and Pluto in Capricorn…so the whole story is unfolding in such a way that we are grinding to a halt to recalibrate and emerge new, raw and hopefully for the better! This is a little simplified as this planet has many nations all at odds with one another, and with the shadow side of Pluto showing up sometimes as deception and corruption and the abuse of power, so we really have to be on our toes and work on ourselves to raise our consciousness and remember that there is power inherent inside all of us which is really so important for us to acknowledge right now. We may have a way to go, but if we can all realise what goodness can come out of this time and to go within and make our own personal changes for our highest good, all will not be lost. On July 2nd Pluto goes retrograde and this transit is a regular cycle lasting five months every year. As with all outer planets, it causes less concern than the rarer inner planet retrogrades. … Saturn and Pluto will be in conjunction on January 12th, 2020. When combined with Pluto, Saturn energies become super-dense.
I really don’t want this post to be all doom and gloom! We do need to have hope and vision as well. On a global level we may feel like we’re in two worlds but we can soften this feeling by taking charge of how we want this future of ours to pan out. We are all responsible for contributing to how we want this amazing world of ours to be. The familiarity of the past is our guide, so let’s invest in some better ways of inhabiting and contributing to this beautiful planet. This really is such an important opportunity to upgrade and improve our lives. This New Moon in Taurus represents a time whereby we can plant those all very important seeds of hope. Hold on to your vision and work tirelessly towards creating the future you want for you and your loved ones.
Take care and stay well!
