From August 4th through the 10th enthusiasm builds as the momentum of a gathering vision of new possibilities pushes us forward.
Even though there are plenty of people locking arm and arm, learning to act in harmony requires following a common thread and listening to the same tune.
4th – Monday – Sun Semi-sextile Jupiter –
What was a great help in the recent past, now becomes a hamperment. Picky details allow us to get on the right path, but this same twist of mind needs to be set aside so that a higher mental faculty can lead.
5th – Tuesday – Even when we think we can get the upper hand in a contest with Mother Nature, traditional methods work best; ultimately we submit to the rules of the game. Now is not the time for a higher passage to truth; our path is fresh out of shortcuts; conventional wisdom requires slowing down and losing a few hands of cards while the cosmic pattern is uncovered.
6th – Wednesday – Mars enters Libra, Mars Contra-parallel Neptune –
Exactly how we get along with others determines our place in the line at the grocery store, but also determines how much fun we are having. Competitive feelings breed a tangled web of intrigue. Co-operative instincts must be tempered with self-assurance. Genuine love comes from common ground.
7th – Thursday – Sun Semi-square Mars – A short burst of energy releases tension.
A way of life it’s not. Respect for other’s uniqueness prevents unnecessary interruptions. Recognition for our behavior comes as a matter of course; coaxing people along keeps the game in play. Being connected but maintaining some distance allows us to be effective.
8th – Friday – Sun Sesquiquadrate Saturn, Mars Trine Uranus, Mars Opposite Saturn –
Our contribution to circumstances in our own lives may lack consistency. In order for our rhythm of the day to be heard beyond our line of sight, it will be a staccato drum beat. Isometric exercise may build strength, but doesn’t actually move us forward. Speed of execution is the important adjunct of well-timed intervention.
9th – Saturday – Sun Sesquiquadrate Neptune, the Full Moon at 3:55 AM EDT, is on the 17th degree of Leo/Aquarius, Sun Parallel Mercury, Mars Opposite Neptune –
In spite of ourselves we find the energy to move forward. Clouds get in the way of seeing clearly, but mental acuity easily carries us beyond the confines of our self-created dilemmas. Pressure needs to be moderate but consistent in order to move.
10th – Sunday – Mars Trine Pluto, Mars Parallel Neptune –
One last major sweep clears the path in front so we are able to walk unimpeded. Honesty is the ticket to free us from self-created delusion. Faith is not blind but leads us to important data. The grand adventure in front of us starts in earnest when we confront uncomfortable facts that don’t match our suppositions.
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