“Night Vision” watercolor by Kathryn Mapes Turner
Every SolLunar Cycle is completely unique, influenced and informed by the larger planetary cycles spiraling in and taking root into our Earthly dimensions at any given time/space. The annual New Moon in sidereal Aquarius is always uplifting to me, but this one is particularly so given the extraordinary transformational cycles happening in 2020. Aquarius’s gift is to awaken the template of our future human selves where we thrive in the shared understanding of compassion, acceptance and willingness to solve problems in a collaborative fashion, honoring the gifts that each viewpoint brings to the table. Aquarius is symbolized by the rainbow, a visual image of the beauty of all becoming one, a cosmic Oneness, a magical bridge to realities still unfolding.
This New SolLunar Cycle is linked to the star of Deneb. Here is my friend and sidereal colleague Nick Anthony Fiorenza’s description: “Deneb inspires us to stand in the awareness of our wholeness and to participate from the maturity of unity consciousness, unbiased and beyond segregations common to modern-day mass-consciousness. This Cycle impels us to establish equipoise within ourselves, which subsequently retunes society’s discordant resonance.” Do you realize how your state of mind and heart are exceptionally important and can truly can shift the world? In this Cycle, may you cultivate more equanimity and equipoise in your being.
Also this month, the imaginative and spiritually-uplifting Sun/Neptune conjunction takes place in sidereal Aquarius on March 9. Spring Equinox occurs on March 19 at 8:50 pm MST, marking the halfway point between our two Solstices, a magical shift always. Mercury completes its retrograde on the dynamic Full Moon of March 9. And prepare for this: Mars will make a series of fiery conjunctions, triggering chaos and shifts, first to the South Lunar Node on February 25, then to Jupiter on March 20, and onto Pluto on March 21. Read more about these openings below.
Thank you, beloved friend and master painter, Kathryn Mapes Turner for the use of your recent watercolors for this post. Be sure to check out the extraordinary depth and breadth of Kathryn’s paintings here.
Readings and Sidereal Mentoring
My posts are based on the sidereal astronomical alignments. As you work with and within the natural flow of time and the supportive cosmic energies that each unique SolLunar Cycle brings, life flows with more ease, grace and understanding.
I highly encourage serious astrology students to subscribe to Nick Anthony Fiorenza’s monthly Lunar Planner. Nick is the expert and his website is a treasure trove of historical and current information and insights.
Thanks for considering a sidereal mini-reading with me for $44 or a longer reading for $88, the numbers of living your Mastery on Earth. In these short readings, I discuss key personal transits that are happening for you in 2020 and beyond. I am excited to be mentoring students individually or in groups/workshops who want to learn more about how to work with sidereal astrology in their own chart or with their clients. Send me an email if you are interested in those options, or a full Natal Map or Update. Thank you!
@2020 Lyn Dalebout ~ EarthWordSkyWord.com ~ All Rights Reserved
New SolLunar Cycle in sidereal Aquarius
Here is a brief synopsis of the New Moon characteristics compliments of my friend/sidereal colleague Nick Anthony Fiorenza from his LunarPlanner:
“Beginning the Sprouting Phase of the Lunar Cycle, a new theme emerges, a new idea or concept sprouts forth. This is an inner message, an impulse expressing from a field of all possibilities deep within the unconscious mind. The New Moon is a perfect time for meditation or a quite walk—to go within self and listen.”
Sun February 23
New SolLunar Cycle in sidereal Aquarius: Every SolLunar Cycle is completely unique, influenced and informed by the larger planetary cycles spiraling in and taking root into our Earthly dimensions at any given time/space. The annual New Moon in sidereal Aquarius is always uplifting to me, but this one is particularly so given the extraordinary transformational cycles happening in 2020 and also given the conjunction with messenger Mercury, sure to bring important news or connections. Aquarius’s gift is to awaken the template of our future human selves where we thrive in the understanding of compassion, acceptance and willingness to solve problems in a collaborative fashion, honoring the gifts that each viewpoint brings to the table. Aquarius is symbolized by the rainbow, a visual image of the beauty of all becoming one, a cosmic Oneness, a magical bridge to realities still unfolding.
This New SolLunar Cycle is linked to the star of Deneb. Here is my friend and sidereal colleague Nick Anthony Fiorenza’s description: “Deneb inspires us to stand in the awareness of our wholeness and to participate from the maturity of unity consciousness, unbiased and beyond segregations common to modern-day mass-consciousness. This Cycle impels us to establish equipoise within ourselves, which subsequently retunes society’s discordant resonance.” Do you realize how your state of mind and heart are exceptionally important and can truly can shift the world? In this Cycle, may you cultivate more equanimity and equipoise in your being.
Venus in Pisces square Jupiter in Sagittarius: Squares press us to be more honest about what’s going on. Contemplate actions or take a leap of faith (Jupiter) regarding love, creative directions, money (Venus’s domains).
Mon February 24
Sun in Aquarius sextile Mars/South Lunar Node in Sagittarius: This delightful aspect is high-energy, joyfully athletic and action-oriented. It strengthens community and helps us leave behind old ways of conflict and find paths for future collaboration.
Moon/Neptune conjunction in Aquarius: This monthly pairing magically aligns you with the people you need to know or share time with. Conversations are imaginative and expansive as you delve into spiritual or artistic topics.
Tue February 25 – Wed February 26
Mars/South Lunar Node conjunction in Sagittarius: This alignment takes place every two years. Mars sparks the need to take action and the South Node represents the past, history, which often feels like a resting place of the safety of the known. You might feel more courage to move beyond that comfort zone today or something might pressure you to move forward.
Mercury retrograde conjunct Sun in Aquarius: Cazimi Mercury happens when Sun/Mercury exactly align. Retrogradation makes our minds more illuminated from within, sparking momentary genius and brings insights or intuitions about what’s going on around you. Everyone can be psychic today!
Moon/Chiron conjunction in Pisces: The influence of this pairing is deeply emotional and can exacerbate a grieving process still happening within you. You may acutely feel suffering in the world or be frightened by your own vulnerability.
Thu February 27
Moon/Venus conjunction in Pisces square Pluto in Sagittarius: The beautiful monthly pairing of a crescent Moon and Venus occurs at dusk. Some may feel consumed with obsession given the square to power-focused Pluto. This tension might create angst in relationships or push you creatively late into the night.
Fri February 28
Venus in Pisces square Pluto in Sagittarius: The intensity and drive continue from yesterday as the planet of money, love, values, and art squares off with power-oriented Pluto. This creates tension and the need for greater truth-telling in relationships. It will expose those who are ethically-challenged in their schemes to unlawfully seize power or control others.
Moon/Uranus conjunction in Aries: This monthly shock-fest and spontaneity-loving pairing happens early in the day, making for a morning of surprises. As the day progress, the independent Aries Moon makes a lovely trine to movement-loving Mars so move your body or start a movement practice with this energetic alignment.
Sat February 29 – Leap Day
LEAP DAY: This gift of a once-every-four-year calendar correction offers you a chance to contemplate your own leap of faith toward dreams of your choosing. And there is much fire in the heavens to assist you today. Early in the day, the Moon in Aries trine Mars in Sagittarius brings out courage and self-reliance. By afternoon the Moon conjuncts Vesta, asteroid of focus, dedication to a cause. Also as the ruling goddess of hearth and home, Vesta seeks to create a safe home environment as a key to long-term health and happiness. Make this a prayerful day of intentions to increase its magic.
Sun March 1
Moon in Taurus trine Saturn in Capricorn square Mercury retrograde in Aquarius: This is a work-focused aspect assisting you with physical or financial tasks and goals. As Mercury is still retrograde, it might be that you are currently formulating plans that you will eventually bring into form in early spring.
First Quarter Moon
Here’s a brief synopsis of the First Quarter Moon characteristics compliments of my friend/sidereal colleague Nick Anthony Fiorenza from his Lunar Planner:
“The First Quarter Moon of each lunar cycle draws an external stimulus to initiate action as we move from the inspirational quarter of the lunar cycle into the action quarter. This time is stressful or traumatic only if action is ignored. Simply, this phase is a time to work.”
Mon March 2
First Quarter Moon: Moon in Taurus square Sun in Aquarius: With the practical Taurus Moon, focus on the physical aspects of your life with this action-packed square. Aquarian dreams for a better world are birthing in the populace and this aspect helps with fund-raising to make those dreams become reality. Step into your future self in a more embodied way today.
Juno in Virgo square Jupiter in Sagittarius: The need to address underlying tensions in partnerships or relationships happen when squares occur involving Juno. Jupiter offers the opportunity for expansive solutions as well as the confidence and motivation to make positive shifts.
Tue March 3
Venus in Aries square Saturn in Capricorn: As Venus transits sidereal Aries, we can become impatient with how slowly it seems our heart’s desires or creative projects are coming to fruition. Today’s square to Saturn can amplify those frustrations or act as a reminder to be patient and go one step at a time. Channel your “grrrrr” into taking your next necessary step.
Wed March 4
Mercury retrograde in sidereal Aquarius sextile Venus in Aries: Creativity flows more easily today as you regain faith in the process and natural timing of things unfolding. This aspect brings uplifting connections and conversations with others if you will share what’s in your heart and on your mind.
Moon/North Lunar Node conjunction in Gemini: As gregarious, curious Gemini activates our emotional body (the Moon), you analyze and communicate your feelings more easily. Read boatloads about a new area of interest, research a future trip or study a language with the North Lunar Node of your future self highlighted today. Bookstores and retail stores are super busy and bustling.
Moon in Gemini opposite Mars in Sagittarius: This forthright or defensive aspect happens later in the day. Speak your truth with passion but avoid dogmatic certainty or attacks on others. You might read five or six books at the same time as it can be hard to focus on one thing. Multitask away!
Thu March 5
Moon in Gemini opposite Jupiter/Pluto Saturn: This aspect is similar to yesterday’s, so here’s what I wrote: this forthright or defensive aspect encourages you to speak your truth with passion but avoid dogmatic certainty or attacks on others. Today, as the extraordinary tension builds for of the first Jupiter/Pluto conjunction in 13 years (exact in early April), power-plays amplify around who is right or wrong or whose vision is better for humanity.
Fri March 6
Moon in Cancer square Venus/Uranus in Aries: As this tense aspect takes place in the early morning, family routines may be disrupted for unexpected reasons like illness or accident or just an emotional outburst that needs to be clear.
Moon in Cancer opposite Ceres in Capricorn: When the Moon transits Cancer, you might have to deal with family responsibilities or want to work from home. This aspect is excellent for cleaning up or organizing home and work environments as well, and by cleaning up, I also mean clearing the emotional tension between people, airing out old frustrations you are ready to release.
Sat March 7 – Sun March 8
Sun/Neptune conjunction in sidereal Aquarius: This annual connection of our illuminating Sun with imaginative, mysterious, spiritually-inclined Neptune makes for a spacious, highly creative or meditative weekend. For some, addictions, delusions or deceptions (the other side of Neptune) are exaggerated and need to be addressed.
Venus/Uranus conjunction in Aries: This annual conjunction brings surprises, breakdowns or breakthroughs in our love lives, in financial dealings, in creative projects, all areas that lovely Venus rules.
Mercury’s last day in retrograde: Mercury turns direct tomorrow. Use this aspect for clearing out inboxes, handling communication details, clarifying mental goals and intentions. Pick up your journal and write with joyful anticipation about all you set in motion in the past three weeks. Those ideas will now take more concrete shape in the coming weeks and months.
Full Moon in sidereal Leo/Aquarius
Here is a brief synopsis of the Full Moon characteristics from my friend and sidereal colleague Nick Anthony Fiorenza from his Lunar Planner:
“The Full Moon marks the point of coition in the lunar cycle, the climax, the point of excitement, a time of celebration. The day just after the Full Moon is a time for the realization of the theme to emerge, culminating in the enthusiasm of the Full Moon. Relax and allow this realization to occur.”
Mon March 9
Full Moon: Moon in sidereal Leo opposite Sun/Neptune conjunction in Aquarius: Now the joyful, playful Leo Moon activates the annual portal of magic that the Sun/Neptune conjunction of March 8 brings to our planetary field. Neptune helps use see through delusions and false information and find the higher meaning behind all events, in our personal lives and in the collective field. This can be a heightened celebratory Full Moon but it can also amplify addictions or confusions in some people. Let your inner child guide you this Monday, perhaps to be with your kids, to take time off work, or to cheer up your colleagues with a surprise or unexpected treat.
Mercury in sidereal Aquarius turns direct: This momentous completion takes place around 9PM MST after the Full Moon has occurred. This Mercury retrograde in Aquarius has expanded our minds and opened our hearts in bold new ways that will now take shape in our world. Today’s shift back to forward motion activates epiphanies and helps you make exciting new connections.
Tue March 10
Moon in Virgo opposite Chiron in Pisces: Now the energy turns from play to work with the Virgo Moon. For some, a healing crisis erupts. Use this dynamic to fix broken things, mend severed relationships. Focus on anything in need of repair.
Wed March 11
Sun in Aquarius sextile Jupiter in Sagittarius: This upbeat, energized sextile of our sunny Sun to jubilant, confident Jupiter creates a fleeting uplifting portal for all, like sunshine peeking through on a rainy day.
Moon/Juno conjunction in Virgo square Jupiter/Pluto: The ongoing square of relationship-oriented Juno to Saturn/Pluto has brought death and completions to many marriages and alliances. Yet new alliances have also been taking shape over the past months. Today’s monthly conjunction furthers those trends, both in endings and new beginnings.
Thu March 12
Moon in Libra opposite Venus in Aries: Libra Moon seeks harmony and connection with others while Venus in Aries needs independence and the freedom to explore. So you might experience some version of that polarity in your relationships or within yourself today.
Fri March 13
Chiron in Pisces square Lunar Nodes: Chiron (the wounded healer and magical bridge to new realities) is a slow-moving asteroid so this aspect is a rare event. It can bring about a crisis or mark a turning point in a healing process where we move from our old self (South Node) to our next self (North Node).
Sat March 14 – Sun March 15
Sun in Aquarius sextile Pluto in Sagittarius: This helpful, stimulating alignment brings more energy and power (Pluto) to all and also helps you cleanse your life of things you know longer need. It’s a great day to start a spring cleanse, purging winter’s detritus from our cells and physical spaces.
Moon in Scorpio trine Chiron in Pisces square Mercury in Aquarius: These planetary aspects bring about deep, healing conversations or help you explore the implications of an exciting idea taking shape. Connect with others.
Last Quarter Moon
Here is a brief synopsis of the Last Quarter Moon characteristics compliments of my friend and sidereal colleague, Nick Anthony Fiorenza from his Lunar Planner:
“This phase completes with our Inner Needs surfacing to consciousness, to become aware of what is important to self and what is not. Knowing now what our Truth is, it is time to consciously live it. Changing allows us to spiral to a new octave of experience—one that will eventually sprout in the next lunar cycle to come.”
Mon March 16
Last Quarter Moon: Moon in Sagittarius square Sun in Pisces: This push-pull aspect is between resting and listening (Pisces) and acting and speaking up (Sagittarius). If you have not yet created a practice at the beginning of each day to listen quietly to your wise Self before you step into the action phase of your day, consider initiating that helpful habit today. It doesn’t have to take a lot of your time. Make is simple and sincere and it will profoundly positively influence the tone of each and every day.
Moon/South Lunar Node conjunction in Sagittarius trine Uranus in Aries: This afternoon aspect provides plenty of energy with the steady flame of its fire and encourages you to speak truthfully and act with integrity as you live your unique and authentic wisdom.
Tue March 17
Moon/Pallas Athene/Mars conjunction in Sagittarius: This powerhouse conjunction is all about strategy and activism, both personally and collectively. Sagittarius helps us be big-picture thinkers, visionaries and leaders in taking action on our values.
Wed March 18
Moon/Saturn conjunction in Capricorn: This monthly alignment is serious, even severe or critical in tone. It can help you get focused and determined as you commit to a course of action. Begin it now. Your elders may need you today so check in with them.
Thu March 19 – Spring Equinox
Spring Equinox: 8:50 pm MST: Today is the halfway point between our two Solstices, offering up the gift of increasing light and expanding opportunities. It is always a good time to engage in rituals or celebrations to work more consciously with the celestial and earthly forces that assist you in every way, every day, if you ask.
Uranus in Aries sextile North Lunar Node: This exciting rare aspect helps you make a sudden move or brings surprising news.
Moon in Capricorn trine Juno in Virgo: Supportive connections abound under this help aspect, especially in professional settings. It is work-focused and success-oriented, sure to get the job done.
Mars/Jupiter conjunction in sidereal Sagittarius: This forceful, fighting aspect is exact tomorrow but builds in intensity today. Mars is the fighter and Jupiter is the leader and when these two align, military actions are often initiated or bold steps taken.
Fri March 20
Mars/Jupiter conjunction in Sagittarius: This forceful, fighting aspect is exact today. Look out! Mars is the fighter and Jupiter is the leader and when these two align, military actions are often initiated or bold steps taken. Move your body with fire and fury, exuberance and passion.
Moon/Ceres conjunction in Capricorn: The need to nurture arises with this monthly alignment. In Capricorn, you may be required to help as you face challenging adult responsibilities. Offer up your care-giving skills to someone in need which may involve everything from helping a colleague with some heavy-lifting, caring for an ailing elder, offering serious parental advice to your kids.
Sat March 21
Mars/Pluto conjunction in Sagittarius: Prepare for ferocity, even fighting, as these two planets of willfulness conjunct for the first time in two years. You can feel exceptionally driven and determined. Channel this fervor into physical activity to keep the fire moving through you so it doesn’t turn into episodes of increased inflammation. Watch the news for catalytic events taking shape affecting us all.
Moon/Mercury conjunction in Aquarius: This portal is excellent for community gatherings, connecting with old and new friends. It merges heart and mind in uplifting and compassionate ways, the message Aquarius brings to our world. Commune with your future self in meditation for guidance and clarity today.
Sun March 22
Moon/Neptune conjunction in Aquarius: Magic is afoot and it’s easy to serendipitously make the right connections today with this monthly gift. Your intuition is right on, perhaps even alerting you to a deception or hidden truth.
Mon March 23
Moon in Pisces: This SolLunar Cycle completes with double Pisces, encouraging rest, reflection, doing less and being more. It can be hard to focus outwardly but your inner guidance can be spot on. So make time to listen inward as you prepare for tomorrow’s New Moon.
Blessed New Moon early tomorrow morning!
Resources for Personal and Planetary Well-Being
I advocate for actions we can take personally to be an example of radiant health and vitality, thus modeling this most potent form of activism: to walk our talk, to be a living example of the change we seek to see in the world.
PLANT-BASED EATING FOR PERSONAL AND PLANETARY WELL-BEING:
The reality and urgency of climate change is real, as our youngest citizens know in their bones. Please educate yourself about how plant-based eating is the central component in how you can help personally restore balance regarding this key issue of our times.
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 and What the Health 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.
The World Peace Diet ~ Eating for Spiritual Health and Social Harmony by Will Tuttle
30 Day Vegan Challenge by Collen Patrick-Goudreau
JIN SHIN JYUTSU
Here’s a helpful tool to help you maintain health, calm, balance during these stressful but extraordinary times: Health is in your Hands. 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. Check it out, and teach yourself this simple tool for centering and radiant vitality.
