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31 December, 2023


The Sun

Solar activity was low this period. The largest flare was a C6.1 at 30/2150 UTC from Region 3530 (N07, L=330), which is now beyond the W limb. Growth was noted in Region 3534 (S13E15, Dao/beta) while the remaining regions were either stable or in decay.

The solar kp index is quiet, with no changes to retrograde effects. The solar wind speed is currently above average, making retrograde effects moderately increased.

Nominal solar wind conditions prevailed this period. Solar wind speeds decreased from a peak of 400 km/s to around 325 km/s by the end of the period. Total field strength varied 3-10 nT and the Bz component ranged +7/-5 nT.

There is a 25% chance of solar activity, with a 5% chance of a minor event, a 1% chance of a moderate event, and a 1% chance of a strong event.


The Moon

The waning moon is currently in Leo, at 27 degrees, 14' 34", at a velocity of 11.93 degrees per day.

The Waning Gibbous moon is currently 18.7 days old. It is 404896.32 km from the centre of the Earth.

The next new moon is at 11:58:05, 11 Jan, 2024. The next full moon is at 17:54:43, 25 Jan, 2024.


Planetary Information

Pluto

The Sun

The Sun is in Capricorn

The Sun is at 09 Cap 17' 20", and is 147103805km away and approaching.

Pluto

The Moon

The Moon is in Leo

The Moon will change from Leo to Virgo in the next 24 hours.

The Moon is at 27 Leo 14' 34", and is 403809km away and receding.

Moon Is In Leo

Hey there, space cadets! It's time to strap on your celestial jetpacks and ignite your astrological thrusters, because we've got a lunar lunacy situation on our hands. The Moon, our ever-lovely satellite, has parked its cosmic caboose in the constellation of Leo. That's right, it's lounging around the celestial savannah like some kind of big cat with a serious case of space indigestion. You thought your cat was aloof? Try a 74.5 million cubic kilometers hunk of rock being all dramatic 403725.524219264km away! Now, what does this celestial soiree mean for you? Well, if you're a Leo, it's like having your own personal moonbase for a day. Expect an ego boost the size of the Death Star (minus the whole exploding part, hopefully). You'll feel a surge of creativity, charisma, and a sense of leadership that could make even Han Solo salute. For the rest of us mere mortals, it's a time to embrace your inner Wookie. Be bold, be brave, and let out a roar (or a growl, depending on how many cups of coffee you've had). It's not every day that the moon struts around the zodiac like a cosmic lion. But remember, folks, the universe is not a static place. In about 24 hours, our moony friend will sashay into Virgo, trading its mane for a maiden. So, seize the day! Or as they say in Star Wars, "May the force... or in this case, the feline fascination, be with you!" So, buckle up, stargazers. Whether you're navigating asteroid fields or just trying to survive the office politics, remember - the cosmos doesn't dictate your destiny, it just gives you the weather report. And currently, it's raining cats and... well, more cats. Happy space sailing!

Pluto

Mercury

Mercury is in Sagittarius

Mercury is retrograde at 22 Sag 27' 35", moving backwards at 0.3 degrees per day, and is 114252490km away and receding.

Mercury Is In Sagittarius

Mercury in Sagittarius: The Cosmic Comedy Show

Alright star gazers, grab your telescopes and a comfy seat, because we're about to dive into the cosmic comedy show of Mercury in Sagittarius! If you ever wondered what happens when the planet of details and communication takes a vacation in the sign of the adventurous Archer, well... let's just say it's like Sheldon Cooper trying to understand sarcasm. A noble endeavor, but bound to be hilarious.

Imagine Mercury, that nerdy, meticulous buddy of ours, suddenly deciding to wear tie-dye and attempting to philosophize about the universe. That's Mercury in Sagittarius for ya! It's like putting Stephen Hawking in the middle of a Grateful Dead concert. It's all about expanding horizons, embracing new ideas, and occasionally tripping over our own words in the process.

And boy, can words fly during this transit! Like arrows from Sagittarius' bow, they might not always hit the target. And sometimes, they'll hit targets we didn't even know were there! So remember, think before you speak, or you might find yourself playing a game of galactic foot-in-mouth.

Sagittarius, our cosmic Indiana Jones, is all about exploration and possibilities. So while Mercury is doing its best hippie impression in this sign, it's the perfect time to ponder about hitchhiking to the edge of the galaxy, learning Klingon, or even just trying that new sushi place downtown. Just remember to triple-check your travel plans, language syntax, and menu items, lest you order the spicy wasabi surprise!

In the end, Mercury in Sagittarius is a rollercoaster ride of inspiration, enthusiasm, and occasional gaffes. But hey, isn't that the spice of life? So buckle up, and get ready to enjoy the ride. And remember, if you can't laugh at the cosmic comedy, you're missing half the fun!

Pluto

Venus

Venus is in Sagittarius

Venus is prograde at 01 Sag 43' 03", moving at 1.22 degrees per day, and is 176117419km away and receding.

Venus Is In Sagittarius

Yoda Speaks: Venus in Sagittarius, It Is

Hmm, coming out of hiding, our hearts are, whilst Venus through Sagittarius moves, it does. Amplified, the jolly and free-spirited energy of Sagittarius is, as Venus cranks it up a notch or three, it does. A time to mingle with fellow space explorers and try intergalactic cuisines, it is. Love, in the most unexpected asteroid belts, you may find.

An adventurer, Sagittarius is. Thus, when Venus through this sign journeys, to exotic lifeforms, places, and experiences we feel drawn, we do. In danger of being traded for something more exciting, like a new light saber color, old routines and relationships are. Beyond our comfort zone, we wish to expand, even if that means leaving behind our beloved Dagobah swamps.

Tied down, Sagittarius does not like to be, so during Venus' cosmic waltz here, keep love as light as a feather and open as the infinite cosmos, you must. Those bound by the force, could spice things up by hyperjumping to a place unexplored, or perhaps, learning a new Wookie dialect together. Singles, love in the least expected places, like the Mos Eisley Cantina, might find, while Venus in Sagittarius resides.

Important, trust and honesty are, during Venus' Sagittarian sojourn. The best we want to believe, but beware! Easily, things can seem more grandiose than they truly are, like a Death Star under construction. Once the stardust settles, not as magnificent, they may appear.

While Venus is in Sagittarius, excitement and pleasure we seek, and hesitate, we do not. Empty our coin pouches, we might, without a second thought. A penchant for risk, Sagittarius has, including financial. Beware of excessive spending, gambling, and frivolity during this transit, you should. However, investing in a new Jedi training course or a faraway galaxy tour is a wise use of this energy.

With Venus in Sagittarius, a wonderful chance to see the sunny side of the Death Star, we have. The more positivity and possibility we project into the universe now, the more we'll receive in return, we will. May the Force be with you!

Pluto

Mars

Mars is in Sagittarius

Mars is prograde at 26 Sag 45' 46", moving at 0.74 degrees per day, and is 362929988km away and approaching.

Mars Is In Sagittarius

Ride the Cosmic Wave with Mars in Sagittarius

Alright cosmic voyagers, brace yourselves! Mars, our fiery red planet, is currently chilling out in Sagittarius, and it's about as chill as a cactus in a snowstorm. But hey, who doesn't love a little excitement, right? Sagittarius is the Archer of the zodiac, famed for his optimism and tendency to ignore boundaries like they're optional extras on a budget airline. As Mars blazes through this sign, we're all getting a taste of that "I-can-conquer-the-world-with-a-toothpick" energy.

So, what does Mars in Sagittarius mean for you? Well, imagine you've just downed a triple shot espresso while listening to Eye of the Tiger on repeat – that's the kind of drive you're looking at. You'll have enough vision to make Hubble jealous and the confidence to stroll into new territory like you own the place. Just remember, while you're busy planning world domination, don't forget to live in the present. You don't want to miss that winning lottery ticket because you were too busy daydreaming about your future yacht, do you?

Of course, with great power comes great... impulsiveness? That's right, folks. While Mars is in Sagittarius, you might find yourself taking bigger risks than usual. Like deciding to parachute jump without a parachute or eating that questionable leftover pizza from last week. A little caution wouldn't go amiss. Remember, moderation is key!

Mars in Sagittarius is like a cosmic buffet, and it wants to sample everything! It's a time for seeking the truth, expanding minds, and realizing there's no "one-size-fits-all" approach to life. So, get out there, explore different cultures, philosophies, and don't forget to leave room for dessert.

And finally, if you've been itching to travel, now's the time! No, I don't mean a weekend trip to your local beach. I'm talking about adventures that expand your mind, broaden your horizons, and make you question your place in the universe. If that sounds a little too metaphysical for a Monday, remember traveling can also mean cracking open a new book, signing up for an online course, or simply trying a new dish from a foreign cuisine.

So, buckle up stargazers, because with

Pluto

Jupiter

Jupiter is in Taurus

Jupiter is prograde at 05 Tau 34' 52", moving at 0 degrees per day, and is 668824042km away and receding.

Jupiter Is In Taurus

Big Daddy Jupiter Has Officially Moved Into Taurus, and Boy, Are We Feeling the Earthy Vibes

Alright folks, grab your telescopes, binoculars, or just a good old fashioned pair of glasses because our favorite cosmic giant, Jupiter, has hitched a ride on the Taurus express. And we're not talking about the red bull in Wall Street. No, we're talking about that slow-moving, creature-comfort-loving sign of the zodiac. Now, I know what you're thinking: "Great, another planetary movement I have to worry about!" But fear not, my celestial enthusiasts, this transit promises to be more Bob Ross than Salvador Dali.

Jupiter, our friendly neighborhood planet of wisdom and deep thought, is taking a page out of Taurus' book and reminding us all that we're not just tiny specks aimlessly floating in space. We've got wisdom! We've got depth! We're like mini Yodas, minus the green skin (and hopefully the odd grammar structure).

With Jupiter's can-do spirit and Taurus' stubborn determination, we're all about to become productivity powerhouses. Start drafting those to-do lists, folks. I'm talking about everything from 'finish knitting that scarf' to 'finally build that rocket ship'. Whatever your heart desires, now's the time to make it happen!

Now, with Jupiter being the king of good luck and Taurus being the sign of sweet, sweet moolah, we might just find our pockets a little heavier. So, whether you've been eyeing that deluxe telescope or a vintage Star Wars action figure, you might just find yourself able to splurge a little.

But remember, Taurus can be a bit of an indulgent sign. It's like that friend who always convinces you to order dessert, even when you're full. So while Jupiter's in town, we might need to practice a little self-control. Remember, a Jedi uses the Force for knowledge and defense, never for attack (or overindulgence).

So buckle up, star gazers! Jupiter in Taurus is going to be a fun, prosperous, and potentially sugar-filled ride. And remember, the Force is strong with this one!

Pluto

Saturn

Saturn is in Pisces

Saturn is prograde at 03 Pis 10' 43", moving at 0.09 degrees per day, and is 1538598001km away and receding.

Saturn Is In Pisces

Intergalactic Alert: Saturn's Shacking up with Pisces

Alright stargazers, buckle up, because our ringed friend Saturn just moved into the neighborhood of Pisces. Now, before you panic and set your phasers to stun, remember this isn't "Alien" - no Xenomorphs here! Just a celestial landlord who's all about structure, discipline, and occasionally, delivering life lessons wrapped up in cosmic riddles.

Saturn in Pisces is like Yoda teaching Luke to use the force. It's time to dig deep into our subconscious, pull out those secret dreams we've been harboring (writing that sci-fi novel, opening a comic book store, mastering Klingon) and turn them into reality. Notepad at hand, folks, for this transit is going to be a coaching session that even Tony Robbins couldn't top.

But don't expect Saturn's stay in Pisces to be as chill as floating in the zero-gravity chamber. This ain't a holodeck simulation, my friends. Saturn can be more intrusive than an uninvited Borg, questioning your most cherished dreams. So, put away those "No trespassing, Violators Will Be Vaporized" signs and listen to what this planetary father figure has to say. His advice might be the interstellar navigation chart you didn't know you needed.

And speaking of navigational charts, with Saturn in dreamy Pisces, you might find your sleep cycle resembling a malfunctioning TARDIS. Restlessness, anxiety and elusive sleep could make you feel like you're stuck in the Twilight Zone. My advice? Embrace your inner Vulcan. Meditate, take peaceful walks (preferably not on any unexplored planets), breathe like you discovered a new oxygen-rich galaxy, and sleep like a Tribble after a feast. Oh, and keep that dream journal close, you never know when your subconscious will dish out the next bestseller!

So, as Saturn orbits around Pisces, remember this cosmic combo is more "Close Encounters of the Third Kind" than "Event Horizon". Let's boldly go into this transit, stargazers, and may the force (of Saturn) be with you all!

Pluto

Uranus

Uranus is in Taurus

Uranus is retrograde at 19 Tau 24' 01", moving backwards at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 2837234231km away and receding.

Uranus Is In Taurus

Hello fellow star gazers! Dust off your telescopes, tighten your suspenders, and hold onto your calculators, we're about to take a cosmic journey 2.8 billion kilometers away. Yes! We're talking about Uranus and not the one you're sitting on right now. This big blue ice giant has decided to take a vacation in Taurus, and believe me, it's causing a bit of a stir. Now, Taurus, bless its starry horns, is as predictable as my grandma's mac and cheese. It likes things steady, stable, and served up without surprises. But Uranus? Oh boy, Uranus is the eccentric uncle who shows up at family reunions with a pet iguana and a suitcase full of magic tricks. So, imagine, if you will, our Taurus's surprise when Uranus rolls into town, shaking things up like a snow globe in a toddler's grip. Taurus might prefer to stick to the status quo - you know, "we've always done it this way" - but that's not how Uranus rolls, my friends. Let's talk money, because Taurus sure loves it. It's a bull in a china shop when it comes to finances, but with Uranus hanging around, we can expect some pretty revolutionary change. We're talking alien-level innovation here. Banks may turn into Bitcoin bonanzas, stock markets could somersault, and your piggy banks might start demanding ransom. On a personal level, you might find yourself questioning the chains of finance that bind you. Debts, taxes, credit card interest – ever feel like you're being chased by a pack of rabid calculators? Well, this is the time to reassess your relationship with money. Uranus didn't come all this way just to watch you fret about bills. It's here to liberate you, like a financial superhero in a cape made of cosmic energy. Resisting won’t make things any easier, and won’t stop these changes from happening. In fact, if you grab this celestial bull by the horns, you might find that the changes you make now will lead to greater stability in the future. So, buckle up, star gazers! Uranus is in town and it isn't going anywhere anytime soon.

Pluto

Neptune

Neptune is in Pisces

Neptune is prograde at 25 Pis 03' 56", moving at 0.01 degrees per day, and is 4507413594km away and receding.

Neptune Is In Pisces

Good day, my celestial seekers! Here's a tidbit of cosmic wisdom from your friendly neighborhood space-hippie. Did you know that Neptune is currently doing the twist in the constellation of Pisces? Oh yes, it's shimmying about 4.5 billion kilometers away. Don't try to Google Map it; your data plan will implode. Now, I know what you're thinking - "Great, Neptune is in Pisces. What does this mean for my Netflix binge-watching schedule?" Well, hold on to your lightsabers, because this astral alignment is going to make Obi-Wan seem as straightforward as a Stormtrooper's aim. Neptune, the Lord of the Sea, meeting with Pisces, the Fishes - it's like a cosmic sushi roll. This planetary combo is all about bringing things together. Emotional intelligence, spirituality, and unity are the main courses on the menu, with a side order of introspection. It's like a Jedi mind trick, helping you see beyond the mundane, past the petty and into the profound. It's a stellar time to dive into the nebula of your heart and explore what makes your metachlorians buzz. Got a spiritual path you've been aching to wander down? Now’s the time. Feeling the urge to set up a sacred space? Go ahead, design your own Millennium Falcon cockpit. Remember, we're all just stardust floating around in this big old galaxy, and every one of us has something unique to contribute. So, while Neptune is doing the backstroke in Pisces, consider your place in the grand scheme of the cosmos. How can you share your gifts with the universe? Like a good Jedi, let the force guide you. And remember, if you feel lost, just look to the stars... or maybe just consult your favourite modern, nerdy, hippie astrologer. May the force (and Neptune in Pisces) be with you!

Pluto

Pluto

Pluto is in Capricorn

Pluto is prograde at 29 Cap 20' 06", moving at 0.03 degrees per day, and is 5362075990km away and receding.

Pluto Is In Capricorn

Pluto in Capricorn: The Cosmic Stand-Up Routine

Alright folks, gather round, we've got some cosmic chit-chat to indulge in. Our buddy Pluto, the little ice rock that could (and then couldn't, according to those party pooper scientists), is hanging out in Capricorn. Yep, that's right, the mountain goat of the Zodiac is hosting the not-quite-a-planet-anymore party. And if you're thinking, "wait, aren't they like, 5.36 billion kilometers apart?", well, let's just say that astrology doesn't exactly play by the rules of physics. It's more like a metaphysical game of Twister.

So, Pluto and Capricorn, huh? That's like a power-hungry corporate executive teaming up with a ruthless dictator. They're both hell-bent on success, and they've got the focus of a cat stalking a laser pointer dot. They’re the kind of pair that would push granny aside to get to the front of the buffet queue. So, during this transit, watch out for the temptation to sideline empathy in your relentless pursuit of results. Remember folks, being a winner doesn't mean being a weasel.

Now, Pluto's got a penchant for spring cleaning of the soul. It's all about ditching the deadwood, the habits and patterns that are as useful as a chocolate teapot. But here's the catch: to make space for the new, some destruction is necessary. Yes, you heard it right. It’s time for some good old-fashioned, cathartic chaos! But remember, this isn't a free pass to go full Godzilla on your life. Be mindful about what you're bulldozing. You don’t want to toss out the baby with the bathwater, do you?

So, in summary: embrace change, keep an open mind, and remember that being powerful doesn't have to mean being a jerk. And if you find yourself on the wrong end of a Capricorn-Pluto power trip, just remind them that Pluto isn't technically a planet anymore. That ought to take the wind out of their sails!

Current Planetary Aspects

Current Chart
PlanetPosition
Sun09 Cap 17' 20"
Moon27 Leo 14' 34"
Mercury22 Sag 27' 35" R
Venus01 Sag 43' 03"
Mars26 Sag 45' 46"
Jupiter05 Tau 34' 52"
Saturn03 Pis 10' 43"
Uranus19 Tau 24' 01" R
Neptune25 Pis 03' 56"
Pluto29 Cap 20' 06"

Current Planetary Positions

 

The Sun

The Sun

Sun Trine Jupiter

Today should be a fortunate day for you. Your confidence and optimism are high. Today is a good day to put plans into action and to participate in group activities. Expand your horizons and pick up something new to learn. It's a good time to grow, to be generous and caring, and to reach out and make others happy. Ask your boss for a raise as those in authority are likely to be receptive today.Endowed with generosity and friendliness, these people appear to be lucky in life. They attract good things with a positive frame of mind and a charitable disposition. Rarely entirely “down and out”, people with Sun in harmonious aspect to Jupiter are usually well-received, helpful, and well-informed. They may enjoy travel and have a special affection for foreign places and people. They’re generally not very competitive people, and for the most part not combative either. As a result, they are usually well-liked.These people are usually good-hearted with strong morals and much faith in life and in people. They prefer to find good in situations and in people. They don’t have a lot of patience with those who break the rules, as they generally believe in order, equality, and the law. They generally make good on their promises, and the sincerity they exude can be trusted. Looking on the bright side is their forte–turn to these people for a pleasing dose of faith and optimism. They are quick to chuckle and can’t resist any appeal to their sense of humor. Some people with this aspect are downright jolly. Others are less conspicuous, but their faith in life and willingness to find humor in life are nevertheless obvious.Some Famous People with Sun in Harmonious Aspect to Jupiter: Trines – Hank Aaron, Ben Affleck, Antonio Banderas, Ashley Judd, Evel Knievel, Shari Lewis, Carol Lewis, Camilla Parker Bowles, Peter Sellers, Alicia Witt, Justin Timberlake; Sextiles – Prince Andrew (of England), Madonna, Albert Camus, Samantha Fox, Courtney Love, Elvis Presley.Alternate interpretations:Sun trine Jupiter: You have big aspirations but do not struggle or labor to achieve them. Your self-confidence and inner harmony attract success and benefits to you in an almost magical way. Your optimism and cheerful generosity also win you many allies and successes in life. — Interpretation from our Merlin Profile report.Sun trine Jupiter: The qualities of luck, energy, magnanimity, and good spirits here are pronounced. If you also have Moon square or opposition Saturn, or Sun square or opposition Uranus, or Moon conjunct Mars, or Sun square or opposition Saturn: The creative urge is also brought out.You have lots of vitality and optimism, together with a broad, tolerant, philosophic viewpoint – a sort of hail-fellow-well-met person making friends readily and generally keeping them. This is an excellent position for business. If you also have Mars conjunct Jupiter, Jupiter conjunct Saturn, Jupiter conjunct Uranus, Jupiter conjunct Neptune, Moon square or opposition Saturn, Moon conjunct Mars, Sun square or opposition Saturn, or Jupiter sextile or trine Saturn: You find a successful career of considerable scope and influence.In a professional or artistic career this insures financial return. No poet with this aspect ever starved in a garret, or anywhere else, for that matter. You spend freely and convivially, and your abundant vitality makes it possible for you to keep going for a long time. — Interpretation from the Heaven Knows What report.Sun trine Jupiter: Jupiter, the planet of mercy, confers an optimistic approach whenever there are life challenges to be met. This aspect is fortunate because it promotes successful outcomes in general, as far as personal goals and recognition.You’re a generous and loyal friend. You are basically honest and you have a sincere desire to do right by your fellow man. It’s easy for you to be indulgent with others and you’re a naturally big-hearted person. Use this trait with open eyes. — Interpretation from the Your Life Path report.Sun trine Jupiter: Being successful in life is easy, for you have a built-in sense of how to approach and unravel even the most difficult problems. You have an instinct for justice and the law, and you always know how to approach a problem from just the right angle. This ability makes you a natural counselor or guide for others, in particular regarding vocational matters. Working with and helping older persons is also suggested. — Interpretation from Zet Software.

Mercury

Mercury

Mercury Square Neptune

Confusion is likely today in your relationships with other people. Take care and read all the fine print. Stay away from taking permanent legal actions as your thinking is colored by who knows what. You may be suckered into something you don't want to do or don't believe in, so watch your step. Misunderstandings in communicating with others is possible. Remember, they may not be hearing what you are trying to say. Nervous anxiety and tension may make you feel listless today. Don't let your imagination carry you away.You might have problems concentrating because your mind is often wandering. Your thinking is exceptionally imaginative, intuitive, and creative. Stretching the truth, whether done consciously or not (or a bit of both), is associated with this position. Bored with anything dull, routine, or lifeless, you often dramatize or connect higher meaning to ordinary events and situations. You are often vague in your communications, purposefully or not, as you resist being pinned down to any one opinion or stance. This is partly due to your ability to see so many different points of view and perspectives. Logical, detail-oriented work and studies are not designed for your way of thinking and learning. Creative presentations, ripe with images and imagery, are what grab your attention and interest. Your style of communication, or possibly thinking, is often self-defeating, and you should consciously avoid a tendency to give up on projects or plans before they even get off the ground. Planning ahead is not a preference, as you prefer to move along running on the fuel of inspiration and intuition.Your style of communication may be unusual, perhaps with many pauses or digressions. You may be deliberately vague or unintentionally so, depending on your nature. Some of you are great storytellers.Sample interpretation from the Merlin report — Your mind is highly imaginative and creative and you possess dramatic, artistic, or musical abilities. As a child, you enjoyed daydreaming, fantasizing, pretending, and probably lived in “your own little world” a good deal. You perceive things which are not obvious to other people and you have an uncanny ability to “read” people and situations without being told anything about them. However, you must learn to discriminate between a true psychic perception and your imagination. Learning to discipline and focus your mind is necessary if you wish to use all of your creative potential. Otherwise, you could be simply a dreamer.Communication with others is difficult for you because you often find words frustrating and inadequate to express your experiences and perceptions. Also, you may purposefully mystify or deceive others.Some Famous People with the Mercury in Hard Aspect to Neptune: Squares – Bob Dylan, Jim Morrison, Donald Trump, Jim Bakker, Mae West, Spencer Tracy, Tom Snyder, Rich Little, Jack London, Bob Dylan; Oppositions – Bono (U2), Marlene Dietrich, Richard Chamberlain, Florence Henderson, Charles De Gaulle, Christian Dior.

Venus

Venus

Venus Square Saturn

You may feel very unloved. You may see people as cold and calculating. People's lack of sympathy may depress you to the bone today. Social, financial, and romantic problems and disappointments characterize this transit. Selfishness and a lack of consideration are probably the reasons. You reap what you sow and now is a good time to analyze yourself and your relationships. There may be difficulties and delays with respect to women in general.Giving and receiving love are not flowing and natural for people born with Venus in hard aspect to Saturn. Blockages are experienced, and love relationships may be a source of frustration as a result, until the natives learn to love themselves, and to feel worthy of love from others. Duty is often associated with love, and some might find themselves stuck in a loveless marriage, for example. Especially in youth, these people might feel awkward in some social situations, unsure of how to express affections, and fearful of rejection. Problematic Saturn positions often get better with age, experience, and practice, however! In its more negative expression, some people with this position learn to scheme in order to get what they want from a partner, or they might treat partnerships as if they were businesses.These aspects can make natives especially sensitive to “cues” that suggest they are not loved or rejected in some way. People with Venus-Saturn in hard aspect can often “expect” rejection in issues of love and care, whether they are conscious of this tendency or not. This can often lead to negative situations in love — and bad timing or the feeling of having “bad luck” in relationships.People with Venus in hard aspect to Saturn might either downplay their physical appearance or pay excessive attention to it. Either way, self-consciousness with adornments is common. Often, people with this position sell themselves short. They are not risk takers when it comes to relationships, often choosing a path that they feel is safe, even if it is an uncomfortable one. Fear of giving can also express itself through tight-fistedness with money.The key to handling these aspects is to learn to loosen up and relax. Know that you may be oversensitive to rejection — and try to gain some perspective when you feel your love is not being returned to your satisfaction. Are you truly letting love in, or is there a part of you that is scared? Could your expectations and “heaviness” in the area of relationships (you might take love more seriously than most) be getting in the way of accepting love and affection? Venus-Saturn people may have deep-seated feelings of being unworthy of love, even if they are able to rationalize and decide otherwise!Alternate interpretations: Venus square Saturn or Venus opposition Saturn: *You are serious and find it difficult to enjoy yourself in a lighthearted, open and playful way with others. You rarely do something purely for pleasure, and can be very close-fisted and parsimonious. Perhaps due to painful separations in your early life, you are very cautious about becoming close to people and sharing your feelings. Though you crave love and affection, intimacy is difficult for you. You may become romantically involved with people who do not value you or treat you well. You need to learn to love and value yourself before you will find happiness in love.#You may find that your best sexual relationships are with individuals who are significantly older or younger than yourself. The role of teacher is so significant in your life that it may pervade your love life. You will need to overcome a sense of reserve or inhibition to deepen your spiritual connection. From the Your Spiritual Path report.Some Famous People with Venus in Hard Aspect to Saturn: Squares – Milton Berle, Julia Child, Mia Farrow, Michael J. Fox, Frank Gifford, Merv Griffin, Adolf Hitler, Dustin Hoffman, Anthony Hopkins, Michael Landon, k.d. lang, Janet Leigh, Charles Manson, Steve McQueen, Joni Mitchell, Dudley Moore, Christina Onassis, Joe Pesci, Michelle Pfeiffer, Lisa Marie Presley, Alicia Silverstone, Oprah Winfrey. Oppositions – Sandra Bernhard, Lisa Bonet, Clint Eastwood, Billy Ray Cyrus, Jimi Hendrix, Victor Hugo, Chaka Khan, Jerry Lee Lewis, Kenny Loggins, Chuck Mangione, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Luciano Pavarotti, Richard Pryor, Frank Sinatra.

Venus

Venus

Venus Sextile Pluto

Your emotions are deep and powerful. As they say, still waters run deep. Today might be a good day to redecorate or make other changes to your home with the hope of bringing greater beauty and harmony into your life. It's a good time to find new uses for old or discarded items which no longer serve your purposes. Emotional self-regeneration is possible with these energies.Instinctually, you observe others and have a strong feel for their motivations. You can use your sharp perceptions to quickly size up a person or situation, and to deal with either accordingly. Extremely resourceful, you are also excellent at determining the worth or value of material things. You can help others to discover their own worth as well. You are naturally attracted to relationships that transform you, that are growing and evolving, and that are intense. You can use your strong intuition and understanding of others for good or for bad, and this depends largely on other aspects in your chart. You are selective in taste, and highly devoted and passionate to the things (and people) you do love. Your charisma is strong and natural, often understated, and you can be quite persuasive.The trine aspect is the more dynamic of the two harmonious aspects. Those with the sextile can call upon these traits when needed, and those with the trine between the Venus and Pluto have incorporated the traits of the aspect into their personalities, expressing them naturally and consistently.Alternate interpretations:+ You are powerful and magnetic. You have a magical charm for dealing with people. You have a universal love for people that is non-sectarian and non-judgmental. You are sustained by material abundance that comes from others at some time in this life and may have a sizable inheritance. When you get involved with a project you can really pour yourself into it with seemingly limitless energy. This energy evaporates when you aren’t involved in a project of personal importance. — Interpretation sample from the In-Depth Profile report.Venus sextile Pluto or Venus trine Pluto: *You love deeply, passionately, and wholeheartedly, and others may find your intensity either extremely attractive or threatening. You are charismatic and can have a powerful emotional influence on others, especially [on potential romantic partners]. You may use your attractiveness to manipulate others, sometimes without even realizing it.~This aspect deepens your response to love, people and life in general. You have the rare quality of seeing the best in everyone, thus helping to bring it out. Beauty, symmetry and goodness are the things you look for in life – and find! Your friends come from all social classes and backgrounds. Your understanding and appreciation of love is instinctive, and you are fully prepared to accept the responsibilities of love as well as the joys. — Interpretation sample from the Heaven Knows What report.#Your powerful artistic gifts can provide the media for your spiritual expression. Sometimes you are driven by physical compulsion to produce tangible works. From the Your Spiritual Path report.Some Famous People with Venus in Harmonious Aspect to Pluto: Sextiles – Prince Ranier, Prince Charles, Alice Faye, Bill Clinton; Trines – Bono (U2), Virginia Woolf, Leo Tolstoy, Donna Summer, John Steinbeck, Jessica Simpson, Harvey Korman, Bjork, Dick Clark, Brendan Fraser, Mia Farrow, Betty Ford, Michael J. Fox.

Mars

Mars

Mars Square Neptune

You may feel self-doubt and inadequacy today. You are probably extra sensitive today, so don't take offense where none is meant. If you are taking medication, remember that less is more because of your heightened sensitivity. Watch that people don't take advantage of you with a sob story or some deal that sounds too good to be true. Stay alert to people not telling you the whole story behind something. Take care of your physical self as your immune system might not be as strong today as usual.This is a challenging position, as you have difficulty trusting in your ability to go after things that you want in a direct manner. It may also be that you have difficulty pinpointing what it is that you want, or that part of you doesn’t feel you deserve it due to a basic lack of self-confidence. You fear rejection as well as criticism, and often use roundabout means to go after what you want.Your imagination is so powerful that it can be hard to trust your instincts. You easily imagine things going wrong, just as you easily fantasize about good things! Your desire nature is strong yet also very suggestible. You’re attracted to mysteries and intrigue. Sexual experimentation is likely, as you are forever addicted to sensuality and unusual or perhaps even what many would consider perverted sexual scenarios. However, your sensual appetite might be much like a bottomless pit, and you could find yourself forever in a state of wanting more, tiring of regular sexual scenarios quickly, and endlessly searching for the next sensation. If an addiction to fantasy is present, you can find yourself constantly chasing a new and more complicated fantasy. It is only when you get into touch with your heart and discover your true desires that you realize that sensations are merely sensations–not deeply satisfying or fulfilling.Fears of sexual inadequacy can be great with this position, and you may either deny yourself as a result, or overcompensate, seeking out experiences in which you are pretty much assured positive feedback. Some of you will experience both of these extremes in your lifetime. I have a client with this position who has a “trophy” wife, and she often denies him, and even belittles him, on a sexual level. He accepts this but “gets her back” behind her back, having serial affairs with women who are not considered as attractive for whatever reason and with whom he attempts to reclaim his power.One of the interesting things about this position is that if you are involved in immoral activities, guilt has a way of cropping up in unusual ways, and could lead you on a self-destructive path–and you might even know that you’re heading that way, yet you compulsively follow that path. Part of you might want to get caught! You might, for example, know in your mind that doing something is risky, yet you compulsively do it anyhow, perhaps even finding the challenge invigorating.Although you can be very creative at keeping your motives and personal agenda hidden–in fact, many of you seem on the surface of things to be quite gentle and yielding–you might eventually become resentful if you feel the need to resort to sneakiness in order to get what you want out of life. This is one of the things that has struck me as the most common characteristics of Mars-Neptune people. It’s not that they don’t get angry or show that anger. However, many will give in to another’s desires more often than not, yet become resentful of that person who seems to have control over them. Some will give up their power to a partner, for example, often taking the role as the one who gives in or gives up things in order to make the other happy. However, resentment for this builds, and while people with harmonious Mars-Neptune aspects more easily yield to others without anger for doing so, those with hard Mars-Neptune aspects are more likely to feel stepped upon, and to retaliate in covert ways. If you do feel resentment for giving up your power to someone else, learn to avoid giving it up unless you truly understand that you are doing it for yourself, and not for someone else. Resentments have a way of building and distorting themselves into ugly matter if you don’t deal with them properly and directly. You are often passive-aggressive in your approach to others, and this can cause a lot of problems in your life.You are usually found chasing a dream… or a fantasy. The former is probably the better path.Somehow, others are bound to eventually sense that you are not to be trusted, and this is often for good reason! You may not like to admit this to yourself, as you may have built excuses for your deceptive or sneaky behavior. However, adopting a more direct and assertive approach to life is something that you should be working towards. You will need to get over your feelings of guilt when you do adopt this approach. Learning to take responsibility for your actions, and to avoid blaming others for failures, is important.At your worst, you can be disorganized in your approach to life, easily procrastinating and lacking follow-through when you do begin a task. Some of the most important lessons you need to learn in life are self-control, self-assertion, and trust in yourself. At your best, you are a creative person with a powerful imagination and great stores of compassion.Your attempts to assert yourself often result in turmoil for you and/or for others. You tend to swing from one extreme to the other–asserting your needs powerfully at times and at others slipping into a state of total apathy. Passive-aggressiveness can be a problem in your life. Ordinary life often seems drab and uninteresting to you and you must have something that stirs your imagination, some vision or ideal or dream to motivate you. You have a strong urge to act out your fantasies or to live your dream, and you will DO things that others only talk about or dream about. Artistic creation, drama, or other areas in which you can express yourself imaginatively are excellent for you. You tend to either overestimate or underestimate your own power and abilities.You may lead a somewhat sexually repressed life although your sexual needs are significant. You could suffer from anxieties regarding your sexuality (probably carried over from parental conditioning around sex) and therefore find it difficult to find satisfaction in this area. However, this tends to change as you mature. As you overcome the urge to indulge in momentary physical pleasures, you build the capacity for spiritual ecstasy.You may be attracted to persons who are unavailable, perhaps because they are already married or simply hard to reach. Sometimes you find it more convenient to see your lover as you wish her to be rather than as she really is. You may find that you lower your standards when choosing a lover and end up with someone who is interested in you primarily for sex, or that the relationship is largely unfulfilling. Disappointments in love may be frequent, although this is also something that improves with age! You are an extremely imaginative lover, and you frequently engage in fanciful and intricate fantasies. This may sometimes interfere with “real life”, but if you channel this energy well, it can most certainly improve your sex life. Your imagination is powerful, but it can also get the best of you. You may imagine complex scenarios and get yourself all riled up about what your partner may have done when she wasn’t around! — Interpretation from our LoveStyles Report.Some Famous People with the Mars in Hard Aspect to Neptune: Squares – Ben Affleck, James Barber, Erma Bombeck, Jimmy Buffet, Barbara Bush, Sandra Dee, Melissa Etheridge, Eddie Fisher, Jodie Foster, Conan O’Brien, Diana Ross, Rod Stewart, Andy Warhol, Sharon Tate. Oppositions – Paula Abdul, Alan Alda, Maya Angelou, Jim Bakker, Truman Capote, Johnny Cash, Rita Coolidge, Terry Fox, Katharine Hepburn, Tommy Hilfiger, Jimmy Hoffa, Steve McQueen, Joe Namath, Burt Reynolds, George Segal, Elizabeth Taylor, Alicia Witt, Tiger Woods.

Jupiter

Jupiter

Jupiter Sextile Saturn

Progress can be made in business and professional affairs, especially regarding law, politics, education, religion, and travel. A certain seriousness toward career and life direction is evident. Organized expansion into new areas can further your goals. You have a serious minded, responsible attitude toward achieving your long range goals.You have an underlying self-confidence that is based on your belief that life will give you whatever you want if you are willing to work for it. You see the reasonableness in the way that things happen and are willing to invest in yourself. You are very industrious, believing that hard work will bring you progress. You have a taste for material acquisition but are willing to work for what comes to you. — Interpretation from the Indra report.The trine aspect is the more dynamic of the two harmonious aspects. Those with the sextile can call upon these traits when needed, and those with the trine between the Jupiter and Saturn have incorporated the traits of the aspect into their personalities, expressing them naturally and consistently.Jupiter trine Saturn: *You have a good balance between idealism, optimism, and vision for the future on one hand and a realistic sense of what can actually be achieved on the other hand. Your judgment and business sense are usually quite good. You possess patience and the ability to accept limitation and frustration on the way to your goals.Older, more experienced individuals or mentors are likely to play a significant and beneficial role in your life.Jupiter sextile Saturn: *You have the patience and the stamina to realize your visions and bring them down to earth, a fine balance between hard work and realism, and a positive, hopeful spirit. You grow through following systems and plans, and taking one step at a time. Overnight success or instant enlightenment is not what you aim for. Your patient, well-balanced approach gives you credibility with many different types of people, and you are apt to gain an excellent reputation for being able to do big things without overreaching or becoming pretentious.#You have the capacity to endure through the daily grind to find something of spiritual value in your work and relationships. You are happy to spend time in seclusion, studying or meditating.

Notes about Transits

Mars is all about action, and where Mars is in our chart with transits is a place where we are prepared to stand our ground. Mars transits can be really productive, but they can also be angsty, aggressive, and sometimes come from a place of anger. It's important to pay attention to how you direct that energy. Mars transits can last for up to a couple weeks.
Jupiter transits enhance your life with optimism and forward-thinking, and lasting for about a month, give you plenty of time to take advantage. Bigger and better is Jupiter's way of thinking, and should be yours as well.
Saturn transits, on the other hand, are where we get a major reality check, and if we’re not ready for them, they can be pretty rotten. Of course, if we’re prepared and up to the task, Saturn transits can also bring very well-deserved rewards, too. Saturn transits last a bit longer than Jupiter transits—usually 2 months or so at a time, but with retrograde cycles, you could be looking at the same lessons three times over a 6 month period.
The outer planets, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto last for such a long time that they make long-lasting impacts on our lives. In fact, Neptune and Pluto can last for two to three years! Consider their effects, plan accordingly, and make them part of your life for the better.

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