Instead of falling into fear, why not use this energy to separate yourselves from the things that you used to think nurtured you, but in reality no longer do. What things, people or addictions (Pisces!) are really toxic to you that you've been holding onto? What do you fear will happen if you finally let go of it or them and open yourself to your SELF's goals, rather than your ego's needs? Saturn is retrograde now until May 2nd, when it stations (stops moving backwards and turns to direct motion) at 2 Virgo. Since eclipse points are still sensitive for up to three months after the eclipse, Saturn will have a big part to play in whatever it is that you have to release and deal with until May. Let Saturn's positive energy help you focus on the essentials, so your energy isn't wasted on distractions.
The Sabian Symbol for 2 Virgo: A large white cross dominates the landscape. The wisdom and compassion which only the experience of suffering and isolation can bring. The cross is one of our most ancient symbols. It reflects the idea that we must allow our spirit to really incarnate in this material world – with all the suffering that entails - if we are to 'accomplish our mission' and not just say that we did.
The Sabian Symbol for 2 Pisces: A squirrel hiding from hunters. The individual's need both to ensure his future subsistence and to protect himself from aggressive social elements. Squirrels not only gather for the future, they are playful and agile. They traverse the treetops as well as the ground. To live in the trees! How great would that be. And of course, trees offer the protection squirrels need to hide from those hunters. Trees are another ancient symbol – the symbol of the Mother, of Life, of the World Tree. This symbol opens us up to the idea of taking refuge in our Center when the world gets to be 'too much'! When the bills get you worrying, think of this image and go into your own inner tree, and find the peace that you need to survive.
Other Celestial Happenings:
Mercury turns direct on Monday evening, February 18th at 9 Aquarius.
The Sun enters Pisces on February 18th Pacific time, February 19th Eastern. The solar energy moves from idealist Aquarius to the Piscean watery realms of Spirit, Art and Imagination.
Mars finishes off his third opposition to the Galactic Center on February 21st. You get one more chance to access the insight and inspiration that can give you viable progressive ideas to weave into your life’s purpose as Mars opposes the Galactic Center and Pluto. Write down all the brilliant inspirations you’ve imagined since last December and pull one out of a hat, like a Tarot card. Since Mars is in the dualistic sign of Gemini, why not pick two ideas. Mars is moving quickly now that its moving forward since January 30th. You've probably been feeling more courageous and full of energy and are ready to begin a whole new chapter of your life. You're probably anxious to get things started, but wait until Mercury, which rules thinking and communication, turns direct and begins to move forward for a week so that you can think clearly and know what you're talking about!
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