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Blood lunar eclipse! 🌹🌕⚡️

The total lunar eclipse is occurring at 4 degrees Aquarius on July 27th at 2:20pm MT. It is also a blood moon for the reddish tint it will have. Keywords for this full moon are: rebellion, karma, endings, hope, strength, confrontation and power. There is a lot going on with this lunar eclipse, the moon will be conjunct to retrograde Mars and square Uranus, which will amplify the moons energy adding strength and also a unnerving need to confront any issues from your past. People that trigger past issues may be confronted…using this energy to confront past issues regarding anger, repression, sexuality will be important to letting go of older destructive patterns. This moon wants us to look at our dreams and hopes for humanity and the freedom within ourselves. Working within a group or community for a common goal. New dreams may come about by letting go of what holds us back or restricts us. Venus is exactly trine Pluto which adds intensity to our relationships, wanting depth and allowing for transformation within our values and pleasures. Overall it is a full moon with a lot of energy and power, manifesting endings for positive movement. Releasing karmic patterns and pushing our souls more towards our purpose. Pay attention to the signs and purge destructive relationships, patterns, thoughts etc. This weight has to give, letting go and releasing transformative energy. ✨

Ascending: My instant, environmental responses Descending: Who I attract Midheaven: Who I want to be/who the public thinks I am/who I fantasize about being Imum Coeli: Where I came from 

Hey Henry, what are your thoughts on north nodes? It seems like such an important part of ones chart, but I never see anyone post about it on tumblr 🤔 Did I get this right-ish?; south node = past life, comfort-zone (mine is in pisces and 1st, so ego, escapism and self sacrificing behaviour) and north node = current life, destiny (?), new and uncomfortable situations that one has to experience (virgo in 7th, being organized and focusing on relationships, having a stable relationship). Thanks!

I think that the nodes are blown a little out of proportion in modern astrology. If we take things back to basics, however, I think that they can bear a lot of rich fruit. Consider the fact that the nodes are the places where the path of the Moon intersects the Solar ecliptic. At a very basic level we have the uniting of the Solar and Lunar selves here (similar to the Sun/Moon midpoint). Your active and passive natures are at one here. Your needs and wants align, and that’s why it can feel so powerful to prioritize the nodes when it comes to examining “life purpose”. 

That being said, however, I personally take the Vedic (Jyotish) route when it comes to the nodes. I think that the North Node implies material increase, but a special kind of obsessiveness and spiritual drain, whereas the South Node implies material decrease, a special kind of apathy, and spiritual gain. It’s unhealthy to spend too much time at either end of the axis (this is true for every axis in astrology so it’s a bizarre thing to me that modern astrologers always tout the North Node as some sort of ultimate chart feature), and the ultimate manifestation would be one that is balanced. On one end you see the archetypal billionaire, who constantly craves more and more and yet is never satisfied, whereas on the other end you have a starving monk, who by releasing everything and giving to others attains the ultimate fulfillment and yet may not be able to (actually) feed himself. Both energies are necessary for a practical life, but taken to extremes they can become dangerous.

From a technical standpoint I use the adage that the North Node amplifies what it touches (and thus is a good match for the benefics) and the South Node dissipates what it touches (and thus is a good match for the malefics).

Functionally I think that we can see increase where the North Node is transiting and meaning where the South Node is.

Nebelwald an Nordflanke der Caldera de Taburiente by Chironius

“Astrology describes the basic, fundamental energetic patterns that inform our approach to life. But astrology says absolutely nothing about our degree of awareness, how conscious we are, or in other words, our level of psycho spiritual development. Astrology tells us what we have packed in our bags for our evolutionary journey, but not how much progress we have made along the way. That’s why people born at the same time – like twins – can often be so very different. It also helps to explain why some people seem to be tossed around by fate, while others have a greater degree of control. So the key to living out the best expression of our energies is to bring as much awareness and compassion to them as possible.”

— Armand M. Diaz (via astrocelestial)

Sun Placements

Sun Sign: the "core" of a person. This is your ego, your foundation. This placement describes your center. This is the sign most people will know when you ask them what they are. Even if you don't particularly connect to your Sun Sign, most of your thoughts and reactions are filtered through here at some point. Your guiding force and driving will.

Sun in Aries: enthusiastic, optimistic, and rash. Wears their heart on their sleeve, often will let you know what is on their mind. Their words and actions can be a bit clumsy, but they have a heart of gold and almost always mean well. Quick to anger, but forgives easily. Unless it was a personal matter that hurt their heart, then they remember always. Likes to play. Remains young at heart, infectious cheer. Takes people at their word.

Sun in Taurus: dependable and self-reliant, they have trouble asking for help. Often they take too much on at once, but somehow they always manage to do it all. Loud outside, gentle and loving inside. Stubborn. Does things their own way, always. Hard to change themselves, even when they want to. Holds on to things. Surprisingly tender. Fills up the room; big personality.

Sun in Gemini: witty and clever, a wearer of many hats. Jack of all trades, master of none (or maybe one). Hard to pin down, often on the move. Restless mind, very curious and likes to learn. Brushes things off and hides behind humor. Great to talk to, knows how to get others to laugh. Mentally engaged and engaging. Toes around commitment and taking things seriously, but is fully invested once they take the plunge. Fun-loving, makes little things an adventure. A thinker.

Sun in Cancer: caring, careful, and cautious. They like to make sure all their bases are covered. Plans ahead, even if they don't make plans. Says "I love you" by making sure you have an umbrella when it might rain later that day. Discerning and judgemental at first, but open-minded and learns over time. Likes comfort and safety, habitual. Sweet, thoughtful, and sentimental. Likes to look back while still moving forward. Private and intimate.

Sun in Leo: bright, bodacious, and embracing. Very full personality, they are bursting at the seams. Loud laugh. Determined and headstrong, they make their own path with their own strength. Act first, think later. Charismatic , draws others to them. Even if shy, they have an engaging personality and a light in their eyes. Not very subtle. Inner confidence that can guide them anywhere. Strong in heart and spirit, always growing.

Sun in Virgo: clear, calculated, and curious. They somehow have a very open personality, and a very reserved one. An over-thinker, tends to worry. Active mind, thoughts, and words. Quick witted. A helper, makes their actions count. Rather particular, sometimes finicky, they like to do things their own way. Can be a little stubborn, but surprisingly flexible mind. Reasonable, logical. Determined. Highly capable, highly caring.

Sun in Libra: tactful and thoughtful. They prefer peaceful environments but will stand up when things need to change. Balance of feeling and logic, they can see all sides of a matter. Gifted, gentle, and giving. Easy to get along with. Often artistic, in personality or in practice. Sometimes seems far away. Diplomatic. Has a hard time making decisions until they must.

Sun in Scorpio: powerful, passionate, and prepared. Learns from experience. Often watching, likes to observe and learn others before opening up. Trust is important. Big heart, tries to protect it. Goes from silly to serious very fast. Asks a lot of questions, seeks many answers. Can do and become anything they set their mind to. Depth of heart and thought, more than meets the eye. Likes to tease. Playful.

Sun in Sagittarius: active, adventurous, abstract. If their body isn't busy, their mind sure is. Loves to learn and explore. Embraces life, all the ups and down. Lives fully. Heart on their sleeve. Surprisingly sensitive at times. Good sense of humor. Can brush things off and keep moving forward. Engaging conversationalist. Will make you think. Prefers things to be light-hearted, seeks fun. Honest.

Sun in Capricorn: reliable, resilient, and ready. Has incredible reserves of willpower and strength. Determined. Able to do and see things others can't. Very honest with opinions. Straightforward. Has low tolerance in some areas, high tolerance in others. Trust is important. Seems stiff, but is just waiting. Rich personality. Strong, sensible, and capable. Not just talk.

Sun in Aquarius: universal yet unique. They are stubborn, but not without reason. Learns quickly, uses reason. A rebel at heart, they do things their way. Friendly and accepting. Not afraid to speak their mind or set their own path. Very thoughtful. A good friend, even when distant. Opinionated, wants to make things better. Varied interests. Takes their time and moves at own pace. Aware.

Sun in Pisces: sensitive and sweet. Responsive to their environment, empathetic. Dreamy. Believes in others and that good will happen. Hard to understand. Guided by emotions. Imaginative, lost in thought often. Just wants people to be happy and will try to help make it so. Receptive. Older than their years. Soft hearted. Knows people; more than you think.

Lemongrass essential oil is so relaxing & soothing 🌾🌿 especially right before falling asleep 🌙

– little witch tip ✨

How to read your own Birth Chart

Concerning the confusion about what it means to have a planet in a house etc, I made a step-by-step guide on how to read the placements in your chart. I hope this helps.

http://www.astrologymarina.com/2015/06/how-to-read-your-own-birth-chart.html

Venus and Neptune

Venus and Neptune are quite similar in more than a few ways, but they are also vastly different. Likely the first thing you think of when correlating these two planets is love. They both dictate love in certain ways. But the kind of love they influence is entirely different. Venus is how you act in love and the kind of casual dating you like. It’s when you’ve loved someone for maybe a year or a few, but Neptune? Neptune is long lasting, unconditional love. I almost want to say that it is true love. Now, I don’t want to put it as Venusian love is more trivial than Neptunian love, but it is more common than Neptunian love. You know you are feeling Neptunian love when you know you can’t possibly fall out of it. Of course, Neptunian love may sometimes be worse, it can make you co-dependent or not really see your partner for all they truly are and all their flaws. 

Another thing you may think of when correlating these two is art. Though the difference between these two planet’s influence when it comes to art is more clear than when it comes to love. Venusian influence over art is that of what kinds of art you find beautiful, what art attracts you. But Neptunian influence over art is the kind of art you create, your imagination, it’s what you use art for. To put it simply, Venusian art is the kind you like experiencing while Neptunian art is art of your own creation. 

Then, what people might graze over when it comes to these two is desire. Venusian desire is the kind of desire as to things you want or experiences you want. Things you are passionate about that you desperately need to have. But Neptunian desire is the kind of “perfect world” you want. It is your idealized version of everything. You may find that achieving something of Venusian desire has much more of a short-term gratification than achieving something of Neptunian desire. 

Finally there is the correlation between these two planets and kindness. Venusian kindness isn’t really pure genuine kindness. It is one of charm, a natural charisma. But that’s all it is, a personality trait. Neptunian kindness on the other hand is one of self-sacrifice for the betterment of someone else. It is going out of one’s way to help another. It is giving their all to show genuine kindness from the bottom of their heart. While both are pleasant to experience and very true, Neptunian kindness seems to be a more evolved version of Venusian kindness. Although of course Neptunian kindness could end negatively with a martyr-complex.

Having any aspects between these two planets (especially major aspects) can make it so the the lines between these different types are blurred. For example aspects between Venus and Neptune could result in someone idealizing their partner and may up constantly daydreaming about them when they should be focusing on other things, even if they have only been dating for a relatively short amount of time. They’d also likely show a very Neptunian kind of kindness around their partner. It could also make for a person who has good artistic tastes and is very in-touch with their own aesthetic. They’d likely either be described as sweet or charming, but also a bit delusional. They may have unrealistic expectations for their life and may incorrectly feel as if getting those Venusian desires will be equivalent to those Neptunian desires.