Planetary Cycles
Sun Signs For October 2005
The sun enters Libra at the Autumn Equinox
The sun entered Libra on September 22, marking the Autumnal Equinox, and bringing a flurry of activity as our lives begin to change direction. Cooler weather and brisk winds bring a hint of the coming winter, inspiring us to begin gathering our resources. Libra is the sign of the scales, symbolizing balance, and as such, symbolizes significant relationships, business partnerships, and administers justice. The telltale cry of the Libra child is, “...but it's not fair !” Libras seek harmony, sometimes at any price. People born with the sun, moon or rising sign in Libra are relationship oriented, often attuned to the arts, and great appreciators of beauty in all of its forms.
Mars curtails some activities for review of values
October begins with two important planetary events. First, the planet of action, Mars, turns retrograde (apparent backwards motion) in Taurus on October 1. Each planet represents a specific human function, and when retrograde, that function slows down and becomes more introverted and reflective. While Mars is retrograde from October 1 until December 9, we review our values associated with work, and focus on improving our ethics in business. Retrograde Mars will compel us to complete existing projects before creating new ones, and, for some of us, the retrograde Mars may signal a major career or job change. With Mars retrograding in Taurus, we may also need to review our financial status, investments, and outstanding debts in order to get current. Planetary aspects to Mars suggest we learn the importance of fair practices in all transactions, and they also suggest our being in touch with our highest guiding principles as we go about our daily affairs.
Solar Eclipse in Libra brings changes in relationships
On the new moon of October 3 we have an almost total solar eclipse in Libra, signaling dynamic changes in our most important relationships. Specifically, this eclipse addresses past beliefs about love and patterns of relating that no longer serve us, or our partners. The planet of higher spiritual realities, Neptune, forms a favorable triangle to the solar eclipse, promising that, as we become more universally attuned, we awaken to the reality that we are all One, and this knowledge changes the character of our relationships. We no longer separate “strangers” from friends, and a deep love for all humanity dawns in our hearts. Contrary to popular fears, this awareness makes our most intimate relationships more precious as we let go of possessiveness and begin to love with a totality and clarity previously unavailable to us.
Full moon eclipse brings changes
On October 17, as the full moon of Aries opposes the sun in Libra, we have a lunar eclipse, which brings a change in the nature, or the form, of our expression. Illuminating several planetary aspects that culminated around October 14, the full moon reveals part of our human nature that tends to be unreliable in relationships and seeks to control our experience. The planet of “karma,” or life's lessons, Saturn, helps us to stabilize our more primal motivations, and rise to a higher expression by urging us to speak our truth and trust in the natural flow of life. The great teacher, Jupiter, assists as the sun in Libra joins it to receive inspiration and deep understanding of universal laws and principles.
The Sun and Jupiter enter transformative Scorpio
During the sun's transit of Libra this year, we are given the opportunity to clarify our values, let go of old, less rewarding ways of relating, and step into a higher frequency of love. The sun completes its journey through Libra, entering the sign of transformation, Scorpio, on October 23. Jupiter follows, after having spent a year in Libra, and begins its 13-month stay in Scorpio on October 25. Accentuated in the last week of October by Jupiter's presence, the sun in Scorpio takes us into the depths of our subconscious drives, illuminating parts of our nature that are ready for healing or transformation, as well as revealing parts of our nature that have transcended the ego and stand united in Spirit, ready to be of service.
Aries —A solar eclipse in your house of relationships brings significant and beneficial changes to your partnerships, if you are willing to let go of old patterns and create more balance in all relationships. This month, you will review your financial realities, making necessary adjustments to accommodate mutual goals. You are inspired by new visions of the future you can create by providing wise leadership.
Taurus —Mars changes direction in your sign, creating a two-month review of how you are presenting yourself to the world, and the balance needed in partnerships. The realities of commitments to home and family stimulate new ideas for career or business opportunities. A solar eclipse in your house of health and daily routines stimulates changes that must be made to bring your new ideas into form.
Gemini—The solar eclipse in your house of creative self-expression brings new inspiration for all forms of artistic or musical creativity, and Saturn brings the discipline to stay with projects to completion. Existing relationship patterns are up for review this month, and open and frank communication with partners will help engender the support you desire. Spiritual inspiration is highly accessible, especially through your creativity.
Cancer —Given current life circumstances, your long-range life goals are up for revision as you access what may be truly viable to achieve. New career momentum continues to build as you work to build greater financial security. You will need to get family members to make a greater domestic contribution. The solar eclipse brings significant changes in your home and family life, designed to bring greater balance and establish more harmony.
Leo —Saturn in your sign may bring some physical limitations, and is beginning to re-shape your sense of self and your identity in the world. Some career projects are on hold, or are under revision for the next two months, granting you time to spend with your family or loved ones. The solar eclipse brings new energy and enthusiasm for communication of all kinds as well as inspired creative writing.
Virgo —Fortunate changes in your financial situation brought by the solar eclipse release energy for new projects, and assist you to maintain newly established health routines. Carefully considered investments made now will yield much benefit in the future. A gradual revolution that has been occurring in your partnerships or with your life-mate continues to rumble, but more quietly as spiritual and/or religious concerns take a front seat.
Libra —The solar eclipse in your sign prompts you to let go of the past, particularly past relationship issues, find completion, and move on to create a more dynamic love life. Recent monetary commitments involving joint ventures are up for review and refinement for the next two months. Your creative energy is in full swing this month, and you find much satisfaction engaging with children and expressing your more playful side.
Scorpio —This is your month to release the past and cleanse karma, and as a Scorpio, you naturally know how to do this. Your theme following the solar eclipse is to let go of old pain associated with intimate relationships and allow the past to dissolve with universal acceptance and spiritual grace. Following your inner spiritual truth, you are guided to re-create your life, and you easily connect with the people and resources to assist you.
Sagittarius —This month, following the solar eclipse, you may have one of those precious crystal-clear moments of insight and clarity about your future. Refuse to allow old beliefs that may not be in sync with your true nature to dictate your decisions; instead, be open to entirely new possibilities. You are inspired, and the path is open for you to create new long-term goals that truly make your heart sing.
Capricorn —The solar eclipse brings new career adventures as the changes you have been seeking now materialize, opening new sources of business and revenue. Ignore old thoughts of lack and insecurity; they have nothing to do with your current reality. While some creative projects or plans with children might be temporarily delayed, the universe has now aligned to bring you the knowledge, people, opportunity, resources, and inspiration to accomplish your goals.
Aquarius —As the planet of life-lessons, Saturn, is now in your house of relationships, you learn more about balancing your own needs and desires with those of significant others. A solar eclipse in your house of higher spiritual understanding may assist you with the insight and wisdom needed to establish a workable balance. Delays with home-improvement projects are possible now through early December, giving you an opportunity to review which project has highest priority.
Pisces —October may be a powerfully transformative month for you with two eclipses activating your subconscious. Letting go of past memories of pain or disappointment in relationships will free you to create more fulfilling ones in the future. Once you fully release the past and develop acceptance, spiritual understanding and inspiration will fill your heart and soul.
Carolina Eastwood provides in-depth personal astrology readings that open the doorway to fulfilling your life-purpose. Offices in Solana Beach and Poway. www.earthstarconsulting.com. or: Phone: 858/259-1590
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