“The Ancient Ones Series” photograph by Tristan Greszko

Overview

Today is IMBOLC celebrated this year on February 1. It marks the halfway point between Winter Solstice and Spring Equinox in the Northern Hemisphere of our sacred Earth. It is one of my most favorite days of the year and this year feels particularly important given we have just completed the darker dark months of November, December, January.

I am a bit late in posting this due to attuning to the momentous nature of this SolLunar Cycle, already starting off with shocks that show up in the celestial events, as well as attending to my personal clearings that are part of the ongoing Mars retrograde. Before I discuss this New Moon in astronomical Capricorn, I want to share three things that happened for me in January, a month of rapid intensification on all levels.

First, I had one of my cosmic dreams at the start of the month. In the dream as I picked up my mobile phone it started to disassemble and shatter in my hands. I tried to ‘keep it together’ holding the semi-connected pieces hanging by metallic threads and shards hoping I could keep using it. As it continued to fall apart it looked like a colorful kaleidoscope of many images of various timelines with no order to the photos, no discernible patterns, a cacophony of images and no way to communicate with others. I was very disturbed when I woke up and thinking about it now brings back some anxiety. As I journaled the dream, I quickly realized it was exact imagery for what was about to happen in our world. The question that came from the dream is how will I/we prepare for what was to come and how do I/we stay in the heart and connected with community?

Second, I launched an Astrology Study Pod for our community here in the Tetons of Wyoming with the inspiration and support of Brittany Belisle, the visionary owner of Home Yoga, a joyful sanctuary of community classes and events. As old structures and support systems dismantle we simply need to create new ones by reaching out to others, gather, organize, share our skills and talents to keep us all in a more elevated mood and remember our power as We the People.

Third, a surprising delight, I finally watched the spirited series, TED LASSO, who many watched during the years of viral shutdown. These uplifting, humorous, poignant stories cover the diversity of our rainbow tribe of humanity. It is Aquarian storytelling at its best with wildly unique characters, learning the lessons of teamwork, individual talent, healthy ego, compassion for all and true leadership. This series is an antidote and balm amidst our current turbulence and uncertainty. I think I will be rewatching it in February. I don’t know about you but everyone I know and relate to are loving and kind humans, working on themselves and making the world a better place for all. That’s my reality and I am sticking to it.

Our New SolLunar Cycle aligns in ambitious, productive Capricorn and is conjunct the Dolphin Star, Sualocin. Sualocin’s role is to ensure life, liberty, security, safety for all in the pursuit of our happiness. Dolphins live and travel in pods. The energy of Dolphin inspires us to improve our communication skills by listening with empathy, expressing ourselves with love and understanding.  Dolphins literally guide people home when they are lost at sea. In the dance of their synchronized movements, Dolphin symbolizes unity and cooperation. May we connect with our pods in new ways in 2025.

This New Moon Cycle and the next one in March are in close proximity to the dwarf planet Ceres. Ceres brings caring and compassion especially relating to women, children, animals, food supplies and issues, caregivers. Ceres also rules our home situations so changes in that arena may occur. She carries the energy of blessed Mother Earth/Gaia who continues to teach us how to be better stewards for Earth, our only home.

Last, this month we are being catapulted by three major planets turning direct: Uranus on January 30, Jupiter on February 4, and Mars on February 23. More on those below. May we breathe deeply, drink more water, move with focus and strength and gather together in joy and creativity.

Thank you my friend, Tristan Greszko, for the use of your extraordinary night photographs of the Ancient Ones. Check out all of Tristan’s utterly unique talents here.

NOTE: When reading my daily entries, remember that the influence of each aspect is like a wave — it crescendos a day or two, sometimes a week, before it happens, crests on the day it is exact, then dissipates over the following days. People experience the transits of planets at different times depending on their sensitivity and life events.

Sidereal Astrology Mentoring and Readings

MY POSTS: My posts are based on the true astronomical alignments of the planets with the constellations, also referred to as the sidereal zodiac. This zodiac is energetically in synch with the forces of the Universe beaming down on us and thus mirrors extraordinary accuracy in understanding how transits are working with us. My mentor and colleague, Nick Anthony Fiorenza—now in spirit—wrote his seminal book, Introduction to Astronomical Astrology which I can now share for free if you are interested in learning from a master teacher

I use the phases of the Moon as the scaffold for my posts because the Moon functions like an energetic portal mediating between the heavens and our wondrous Earth. My entries are based on the aspects occurring each week as they crescendo, crest and dissipate over the course of their influence. As you work with and within the natural flow of time and the supportive cosmic energies that each unique SolLunar Cycle brings, life can flow with more ease, grace and understanding.

MY SERVICES: I delight in mentoring students — individually, with families or groups, via workshops and conferences — who want to learn more about how to use sidereal astrology as a helpful tool for insight, evolution, creativity and well-being. I offer speaking engagements for your gatherings or groups to understand big picture astrology events affecting us all. Consider booking a reading with me, either a Full Natal Map, mini-readings for $44 or $88 or my other offerings like the Relationship Map, Child or AdolEssence Map for your children or the Business Map which helps your team succeed and thrive in. I offer SHE Sessions: Self Help Energywork in which I teach you tools to create greater health and balance for yourself. My poetry book, Out of the Flames/Blue Bison Press, is available on my website. Thank you!

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New SolLunar Cycle in sidereal Capricorn

At the New Moon, you are sprouting like a seed with new creative inspiration. Receive your unique insights by sitting in meditation or just be open to new possibilities arising within you from the sea of infinite creation.

New SolLunar Cycle: Sun/Moon conjunction in sidereal Capricorn: Wed January 29 5:35 am MT

Our New SolLunar Cycle aligns in ambitious, productive Capricorn and is conjunct the Dolphin Star, Sualocin. Sualocin’s role is to ensure life, liberty, security, safety for all in the pursuit of our happiness. Dolphins live and travel in pods. The energy of Dolphin inspires us to improve our communication skills by listening with empathy, expressing ourselves with love and understanding.  Dolphins literally guide people home when they are lost at sea. In the dance of their synchronized movements, Dolphin symbolizes unity and cooperation. May we connect with our pods in new ways in 2025.

This New Moon Cycle and the next one in March are in close proximity to the dwarf planet Ceres. Ceres brings caring and compassion especially relating to women, children, animals, food supplies and issues, caregivers. Ceres also rules our home situations so changes in that arena may occur.She carries the energy of blessed Mother Earth/Gaia who continues to teach us how to be better stewards for Earth, our only home.

Uranus in Aries turns direct: Thu January 30

Expect the unexpected is a phrase that applies to the unpredictability of a Uranian transit. Today Uranus, the Great Awakener, completes its retrograde from September 2  2024.This turning may bring surprising information or you may feel more certain about something you have felt uncertain about. Some people feel shaky in their nervous system which can lead to accidents so be cautious today. Earth has been feeling it with recent earthquake activity!

Venus/Moon/Neptune/North Node conjunction in Pisces: Sat February 1 – Sun February 2

This visually beautiful portal of imagination and love catalyzes creativity, inspiration, flowering in relationships that may soon become more central in your life. Daydream or envision your future as you float in watery environs. Simply BE, become still, and await important messages from your spirit and the spirits.

Jupiter in Taurus turns direct: Tue February 4

As we thankfully complete Jupiter’s retrograde from October 6  2024, optimism and renewed confidence return or you have a sense things are improving after a challenging or frustrating time. Jupiter continues its momentous square to Saturn through mid-June, pressing us to restructure our world and society via historic collaborations and actions. Tap into this expansiveness which supports you achieving your dreams and goals. 

Mars retrograde in Gemini square Chiron/Moon in Pisces: Mon February 3

With Mars retrograde in sidereal Gemini, we are being given opportunities to make peace with our own contradictions, finding acceptance and integration of both our shadow and light. Today’s square can bring tears of grief and opportunities for forgiveness of both self and others. Feel the feels as healing releases are happening.

Lunar Highlights

Moon/Saturn conjunction in Aquarius: Fri January 31

Team up and create pods of connection with this community and friendship focused paring. For some this can feel serious or bring doubt about a situation.

First Quarter Moon

At the First Quarter Moon, you are called to action. The need to move forward with your recent insights can come via making a conscious choice or by challenging circumstances that require you make a move.

First Quarter Moon: Moon/Uranus in Aries square Sun/Ceres in Capricorn: Wed February 5

Uranus makes this a very dynamic First Quarter Moon inspiring us to help those we most deeply care about—Ceres. Keep your attention in the present moment and surprising connections can be made or new doors of opportunity open.

Sun/Mercury conjunction in Capricorn sextile Chiron in Pisces: Fri February 7

This brings sharp focus to the mind. Chiron’s healing energy brings compassion and forgiveness to conversations. It is an excellent day for some sort of therapy session, even just a heartfelt chat with a friend.

Mars retrograde in Gemini trine Saturn in Aquarius: Sun February 9

This upbeat aspect helps us engage with our pods or finish up community projects. Ask for or help a friend with some task. Offer friendly advice. 

Mercury/Ceres conjunction in Capricorn: Tue February 11

Focus on home projects or caregiving responsibilities. It helps us get organized with the business details of life.

Lunar Highlights

Moon/Jupiter conjunction in Taurus: Thu February 6

This brings an abundance of emotions. It can aggravate physical symptoms in the body. It helps focus on finances, sometimes discovering you overspent your budget or have more money than you thought!

Moon/Mars retrograde in Gemini: Sun February 9

This heat-producing pairing can cause inflammation in the body. It fires up emotions sometimes leading to conflicts, 

Full Moon in sidereal Cancer/Capricorn

The Full Moon is the birth point of the current SolLunar Cycle. This can be a time of celebration or crisis, depending on your life circumstance. Feel the joy and relax into new discoveries and directions.

Full Moon in sidereal Cancer/Capricorn: Uranus in Aries square Moon in Cancer/Sun in Capricorn: Wed February 12  6:53 am MT

Wild and free Uranus creates sparks or surprises with this Full Moon. Family dynamics—Cancer—or professional relationships—Capricorn—can be exciting or volatile. Be spontaneous and also proceed with caution paying attention to what is happening around you. 

Mercury in Aquarius square Juno in Scorpio: Thu February 13

This brings honest and probing conversations with friends and community members. Work on a budget with your beloved or business partners. 

Sun/Ceres conjunction in Aquarius: Fri February 14

This annual meetup activates compassionate community across the globe. It is a wonderful energy for a gathering of beloveds or attending events where you mingle and merge with fresh faces, new acquaintances sharing the type of love that is agape. 

Sun in Aquarius square Juno in Scorpio:: Mon February 17

Tensions build between partners pushing for more honesty by all. You can also use this creative square to make something together: a date, love, new plans and simple fun.

Lunar Highlights

Moon in Virgo opposite Venus in Pisces: Sun February 16

With this enigmatic aspect the mind and the heart can feel at odds with one other. Yet it also helps us analyze and articulate vague feelings, or let go of too much overthinking something. It can eventually bring clarity going forward.

Grand Trine in Air Signs: Moon/Vesta in Libra/Saturn in Aquarius/Mars retrograde in Gemini: Tue February 18

This splendid flowing trine brings harmony in all relations, a desire to show up for others and engage in helpful actions and conversations. It is an excellent day for any kind of meeting or meetup.

Last Quarter Moon

With the Last Quarter Moon, you release what has been and simultaneously prepare for what will be as new desires perpetually arise in the next SolLunar Cycle.

Last Quarter Moon: Sun in Aquarius square Moon/Juno in Scorpio: Thu February 20

This can lead to decisive turning points in key relationships. Consider possible new alliances in the coming weeks like potential business partners, lovers, health care helpers. You may feel a sense of clarity about who to choose.

Mercury in Aquarius square Jupiter in Taurus: Thu February 20

This presses us, or someone might be pressuring us, to choose how we want to engage with our friends or our various communities. Some may join an organization or leave one as new interests have emerged.

Mars in Gemini turns direct: Sun February 23

Praise the heavens! Today Mars completes its always challenging retrograde. Maybe you’ve had a conflict come to a head, been trying to figure where to move, or been navigating a change in a relationship. Perhaps you figured out how NOT to get triggered by your old family dynamics, discovering a calmer, wiser you in the process. We are still navigating the completion of the shadow period until the end of April which can lead to more important decisions you have felt unsure about. Blessings for all of us and our determination to stay engaged during these turbulent times.

Pluto/Pallas Athene conjunction in Capricorn: Mon February 24 – Tue February 25

This long-range planning aspect—Pallas Athene—has been with us all month helping us create routines and strategies to help us cope with the unprecedented, accelerated changes—Pluto. It fades over the next weeks but still active in February.

Lunar Highlights

Moon in Scorpio opposite Jupiter in Taurus: Fri February 21

This can lead to passion or power plays in relationships. Many feel things very deeply, sometimes darkly, under the Scorpio Moon. Steer clear of rabbit holes and instead use Scorpio’s super power of undaunted focus to stay directed about where you want to go.

Moon in Capricorn square Uranus in Aries: Wed February 26

This can lead to a change of plans regarding responsibilities. People might shift gears regarding obligations they no longer want to fulfill.

Blessed New Moon in sidereal Aquarius: Thu February 27  5:44 pm MT

RESOURCES FOR PERSONAL AND PLANETARY WELL-BEING

ENDEAVORS TO NURTURE

AMANZI-Water to Schools

Please check out my dear friend Julia Heemstra’s cutting-edge humanitarian organization, AMANZI-Water to Schools , which brings water—via climate-smart technologies—and other opportunities to the schools in the Eastern Cape of South Africa, the childhood home where she grew up. Julia is focused, passionate, optimistic, is an elite athlete, a bringer of wellness and mindfulness to all ages, and now via her collaborative organizational model, Julia continues to expand her lifelong commitment to humanitarian service.

JIN SHIN JYUTSU

Health is in your Hands. Here’s a helpful tool to help you maintain health, calm, balance during these stressful but extraordinary times. I am a proponent of Jin Shin Jyutsu and have been a practitioner since 1983. This beautiful, easy-to-use book and card set teaches you the ancient Art of Jin Shin Jyutsu, the Art of Self Healing. JSJ’s premise is that by applying the jumper-cable of your hands to various points on the body, you can clear your own stress on a daily basis, freeing up stuck energy that leads to patterns of dis-ease, while activating the renewed flow of qi and vigor on all levels, physical, mental, emotional, spiritual. Explore JSJ and teach yourself and those you love this simple tool for centering and radiant vitality. Consider booking a SHE session: Self Help Energywork, to learn how to help yourself.

PLANT BASED DIET

The reality and urgency of our current planetary crises is real, as our youngest citizens know in their bones. Educate yourself about how plant-based eating is a central component in how you can help personally restore ecological balance as well as create greater health and vitality for you and your beloveds.

The Game Changers: This inspiring movie and storytelling about vegan super-athletes and warriors educates us about the many benefits of a vegan diet and addresses the ‘meat protein myth’.

COWSPIRACY, What the Health and now SEASPIRACY are must-see movies for all humans who care about personal health, animal well-being, social justice, climate change, the health of our Earth. Become educated about the important information shared by these courageous and visionary filmmakers and activists and considering eating mostly plant-based, if not becoming fully vegan in your consumer choices.