Note to my readers :)
In light of COVID-19, I have been receiving a lot of requests for Astrological insights. I do have much to say about the astrology of these times but unfortunately not much time to create an article just yet. However, one is in the works and will arrive soon. In the meantime, I have compiled this list of articles, reports & courses that I’ve already created that discuss several topics related to what is going on right now, particularly in the US. Please feel free to check them out — along with the article below from January on the Saturn-Pluto conjunction.
The Saturn-Pluto conjunction is a major influence that will play out throughout the entirety of 2020 in its most intense stages and will effect us for at least another 36 years. This is a highly relevant transit to what is going on right now, so please understand that even though this event occurred in January, it is still playing out right now and will continue to do so. The emergence of COVID-19 in the news first occurred around the time of this Saturn-Pluto conjunction — and so it can be considered a major event of this transit. And it makes sense, since it has transformed the very world we live in, quite unexpectedly for those of us in the West who have been tottering along complacently for so long. This is what Saturn-Pluto energies, in the precise astrological circumstances of 2020, have the capacity to bring.
I will look forward to exploring this further with everyone. In the meantime, please enjoy this article and check out these other resources that discuss many topics relevant to this time. I am sure you will still find some usefulness in these pieces.
3 Hour Course describing the major Astrological factors of 2020 in-depth
Dear friends,
Welcome to the most astrologically potent weekend of the year, and the moment that defines an era.
This Sunday, January 12, is the conjunction of Saturn & Pluto in Capricorn – a major cycle that is amplified by:
A Lunar Eclipse on January 10 that happens to be in direct alignment with Saturn & Pluto – amplifying the power & karma of this energy to a very visceral, emotional level
Uranus moving direct on January 11 -- outer planets changing direction always bring a strong energy of that planet, and Uranus is about awakening, shocks & sudden changes
Jupiter in Capricorn, currently aligning with the lunar nodes, and approaching Saturn & Pluto throughout all of 2020 – Jupiter adds an influence of expansion to all that is occurring, making the events, feelings, and experiences bigger. Since it is transiting the South Node currently, this is bringing out the extremism of the Capricorn ambition & power as well as the faith of Jupiter for collective evolution.
Saturn & Pluto, along with Jupiter, are also in the same sign as the current transiting lunar south node of the karmic past, as they have been throughout all of 2019. This amplifies the complexity of their present transformation, showing that it has to do with deeply embedded past patterning that we must now rise above.
Saturn & Pluto are also coming into conjunction on their own planetary south nodes. Where the lunar nodes are the karmic/soul points connected with the moon & earth’s orbits, planetary nodes are the karmic points of the planets & their orbits. Saturn & Pluto’s south nodes also happen to be conjunct, doubling the effect of the energy, making the event more powerful, especially on the collective level. Planetary nodes move extremely slowly and Pluto and Saturn don’t meet often, so this is an event of rare cosmic synchronicity.
Saturn & Pluto conjunctions are a 36 year cycle. In this century, their previous meetings were in 1982, 1947 & 1914, with major culminating phases occurring in 2001, 1965 & 1931. These are historical years that brought major events to the consciousness of society and the world. Some of the most notable of these were the start of WWI (1914), the rise of Hitler & contrasting rise of Mahatma Gandhi in the 30s (leading to Indian independence from the British by 1947), the U.S. bank collapse that lead to the formation of the FDIC/The New Deal (1931-33), the Cultural Revolution in China and the Vietnam War in the 60s, and September 11. This is a cycle that brings incredible change, major upheaval, and transformation to the world and whether the manifestations of this influence are expressed positively or negatively -- they leave deep impressions for decades to come.
Looking at the long arc of history, the two most recent transits of Saturn & Pluto through Capricorn specifically stand out. Their last meeting in this sign was in 1518, the year Martin Luther famously nailed the 95 Theses attacking church corruption to the church door in Germany, and English King Henry the VIII separated from Rome, signaling the start of the reformation in Europe. And even further back than that, a transit of a very similar nature to the one we are receiving now occurred 735 years ago in the years of 1284/1285.
Saturn Pluto Conjunction 2020 (click to see full chart)
Saturn Pluto Conjunction 1284 (click to see full chart)
At that time, in 1284, Jupiter, Saturn, Pluto & the lunar nodes were all aligned in Capricorn, much like they are today – with one primary difference. Instead of the South Node of the karmic past working its way through this massive outer planetary alignment in Capricorn, it was the North Node of the soul’s destiny. Back in 1284, humanity was at a time in history when world powers were strengthening and the structure of the world as we currently know it was being built. Worldwide trade via the Silk Road made accessible by the massive Mongol Empire, the development of early banking systems & coinage throughout Europe, and the unification of city-states encouraged the urbanization of cities, like London and Paris, that still thrive today. European monarchies were also growing in influence and strength, as their kingdoms also became more defined and consistent (and became fully formed and centralized by Saturn & Pluto’s next visit in the 1500s). With the big figures of Saturn, Pluto & Jupiter aligning on the North Node in Capricorn (the sign of government structures) – the growth of such power structures was energetically supported, and fulfilled a need for the greater stability that arose from more established and consistent government.
This is not to say that it was all wonderful or particularly smooth. Several areas impacted by the brutal Mongol invasion of the 13th century did not recover completely until the early 20th century, while other areas retained significant cultural influence from Mongolian rule, even long after the empire receded back to its original shape. Worldwide trade lead to epidemics like the black plague in the 14th century -- and European Monarchies are famously responsible for all kinds of insane abuses of power that ultimately lead to the Western world adopting democratic government structures in time. But the most important thing to understand here, at least from my reading on the matter, is that the things that were built and developed back then shaped much of how we’ve operated since. The imprint has been profound and lasting.
For the better part of a year, I have been pondering the nature of these times along with these historical moments, particularly going back to this period within the 13th century because the astrological similarity is so striking. The difference of the lunar node placement (North Node in Capricorn then, South Node in Capricorn now) is specifically of interest to me – as it implies that it is time for the world to release its hold on conglomerate power and imperialistic thinking. This way of functioning in the world has served its purpose now, and through it we have grown and developed in many ways – particularly in the realms of science, economics, industrialization, and the evolution of government systems as a whole. However, society is no longer sufficiently supported by this structure. In fact, despite any political differences, I observe that most people seem to agree that out-of-touch & overpowered leadership, hoarding of wealth, and large government systems mismanaging world resources are some of the biggest issues we face as a society today. Systemic issues that individuals have little power to control or mitigate are the central culprit for climate change, socio-economic crisis, war, and many of the physical and spiritual conundrums we face in our daily realities.
So many of us observe the suffering of the world, and wish there was something that could be done, yet continually it seems as if there is no end to the destructive cycles that are prevalent in our human civilizations. The realities of this suffering are real, visceral, and not easily solvable. Why? Because they are systemic – and these systems that exist are deeply embedded not just in the function of how the world is built, but also in our entire conception of reality – so deep, at this point, that it is hard for us to imagine there is a way out of the way things are.
Yet saying this, I feel we all bear a responsibility at this time. And that responsibility is to stay awake, stay present, and continue working on unraveling the bondage of our own minds. Because it is not only the “greater forces” & government class at work in the collective consciousness, but the work of individuals attempting to see what’s not yet visible and not yet imaginable, driving the changes we now face.
Saturn is the planet of structure and this includes our mental structures & paradigms. Pluto is the planet of transformations at the most profound level. There are so many paradigms held in a single person’s consciousness – given to us by our family upbringing, society, etc. We learn them and live them out, because they are the boundaries within which we can mostly guarantee safety. But paradigms can be limiting & obstructive. And when the time comes that these paradigms we hold are no longer safe, sustainable, or protective – what do we do?
It is not easy to let go of our mental, spiritual, emotional or physical structures – and knowing nothing else, we might even cling to them. Structures make us feel at ease, even if they are dysfunctional. They are familiar, definable, and grant us a sense of control. To release what is known for the unknown, with nothing to slide in and fulfill the empty space is absolutely terrifying for the ego mind. So it often takes something big for us to be willing to change: Something major that allows us to surrender. And that something major has, from the astrological perspective, arrived, and is continuing to arrive. We must forgo our previous conclusions and be willing to be creative, accept risk, and become fearless in the face of the unknown.
For the past year, we have all been preparing for the transformations of 2020 & the coming decade. Each and every one of us has been facing major revolution in some area of our lives – it can be a positive breakthrough, a devastating loss, or some combination of both – but wherever it falls according to our human judgment, it has involved a major overhaul & deep inner process. More important than the outer world changes have been the inner world reflections, revelations and realizations. Our entire way of seeing a thing is shifting – and the reason why is because whatever structures have been built around that thing are no longer truly functional. Our visions in that area of life have been limiting, too severe.
In our own selves, the issues are systemic. We have played them out hundreds of times since their inception in our lives, likely in the earliest parts of childhood, and we know them, and the problems they bring us, so well. But in this moment – this multi-year unfolding – we are being charged with the unusual and difficult task of truly resolving our systemic dysfunctions and begin understanding and addressing the deeply rooted behaviors that result. These are things that can be so deep in the subconscious that most of the work is recognizing them to begin with – and the only way to start to recognize the paradigms we are beholden to in our own consciousness – is to continue to live and keep digging at what’s behind the triggers, the impulses, and the situational patterns.
As it comes to society itself, we are in a major nexus where so many of us are making major transitions around our social roles. Many of us feel called, or are being pushed, to take steps forward that feel epic in proportion and even a bit scary because the tasks before us go against the grain of many prevailing paradigms. This is a time for fortifying ones inner strength and inner truth, and cutting through these obstructions with crystal clarity – in oneself first, and then as the seeds of awakening for others in the world. There are many possibilities for how we may be operating in this next phase, but the larger feeling is that many people are going to need to step up in order to bring in the new structure. This is tending to look like creative, forward-thinking minds, crossing into traditional spheres and seeding new ideas from the inside, or bringing awareness of certain issues to the public in some new way.
Other ways that this is presenting strongly is among those in the healing/intuitive fields – there is a feeling of major growth in this area, and that the past several years of intense clarification and healing for this group has been to create stability in the midst of the massive changes – within the individual to do their work effectively as more and more people are in need, as well as within the collective consciousness of this group who are all working together to assist humanity’s evolution. Many people who are in the fields of more traditional mental health and medicine may also be facing this, and feeling drawn to more integrative approaches in their work.
There are of course many other ways that this can unfold, but these are two archetypes that I am observing quite frequently in those who are deepening in their worldly work. Overall, I see this as a time where many people are effecting the systems they work in, whatever those might be, through their own personal transformations. As more individuals connect with their truth and natural abilities, they are more effective, creative, and sought after — and unique, personal approaches might start to be more accepted even in very hard-lined systems. I sense that in many cases, this is occurring in a very natural, effortless way.
For those facing personal crisis or changes that pertain more to private life, the growth feels centered in a huge way around the family unit, and healing family patterns – and in relationships particularly: unconditional love, and the recognition/healing of negative behavioral patterns. It is a time when the bigger picture of our lives is coming into greater focus and so the more harmful, short-sighted & impulsive behaviors are in the line of our observation and inquiry. What are our real needs and desires – and is the way we behave or are conducting ourselves bringing us in that direction, or actually doing the exact opposite? Once our behaviors are seen with clarity by ourselves, we might find it easier to adjust or release them.
It is the energetic opening of individuals that creates the possibility for greater change. The possibility for greater change is here because of the work of sincere individuals who strive to better themselves and serve the world – as well as the technological system that lets us spread and share messages so easily. Ideas change minds, and changed minds can begin to alter what is awry, and what is awry is getting louder, yet more and more people are able to see that we don’t have to live the way we have been bred to believe. The answers and solutions might not yet be present -- but the feeling of the truth, of the need for gentleness, compassion, community, and mutual support, and greater care for this world slowly grows. One day, perhaps it will be so that the human heart will no longer be willing to bear such strife and tragedy as is enacted on our fellow human every day. And then, we might be willing to step away from the wars that we create. Inside & outside.
What we are dealing with in the world today and inside of ourselves is like a massive ball of tangled wires. It will take a while to unravel the whole mess. But it is not impossible – because we are here, and it is for this reason. The most difficult thing is to trust. But the truth inside is so clear if you listen for it – it is the part of ourselves that is whole and incorruptible. And, next in importance to the strength of that is remembering this: YOU ARE NOT ALONE. None of us are alone in a desire to do something for the world, if we feel that call. There are many collectives within humanity charged with different jobs, and they are working together on similar tasks, even if they’ve never met each other. So much support can be gleaned by connecting with the others in your “soul tribe” or “tribes.” Through these interconnections we can further strengthen the grids of energy and intuition that we are a part of, and help each other as well as the world.
It is from the space of deep trust in the light that we move forward. To have faith in that path, whatever form it is taking in your present life, is to have a reason for being in this difficult and extreme place. It will take a long time to untangle the mess, and perhaps even longer to synthesize and integrate things enough for a new balance to take root – but we mustn’t turn away from the challenge.
All who take up this work, whether in the smallest, simplest ways for oneself, or in a bigger way for one’s community, are spiritual warriors, facing the inner and outer foes with great courage. And as spiritual warriors we have the ability to shape the future, just as it was shaped in previous cycles throughout history. Faith is tantamount and support readily available. Let us vow to make this an era where humanity begins its ascent into lightness, into truth, and into sovereignty. For ourselves and all who embody here.
This is my deep wish. Accept it, if you also wish. And may we all begin to live in truth and power in 2020. For a better world, for everyone.
Support this Blog :)
Check out the Astro Shop!
Check out the Astro Shop for in-depth course offerings & reports on the Astrology of 2019 & 2020!
Readings & Gift Certificates are available to book online, anytime, anywhere in the world :)
Click below to check my schedule and learn more about my readings.
