Post by lumina on Dec 25, 2021 10:16:27 GMT
"December 25th, 2021: Venus Rx Conjunct Pluto
December 24, 2021 Nadia Gilchrist
Venus Rx conjunct Pluto in Capricorn (25 deg)
Jupiter in Aquarius square Ceres Rx in Taurus (29 deg)
Wishing everyone a peaceful holiday season, in whatever way you celebrate. Thank you for your support and I look forward to continuing my work for you in 2022.
Venus makes her second of three conjunctions with Pluto, as you revisit an issue from December 11th. An intense attraction or demanding transformation in the areas of relationships, money, happiness or self-esteem is pushing you to dig beneath the surface. There's much more going on than the official status or rules indicate. Certain cravings may feel all-consuming along with your awareness of what you want. Often, the Rx return to an aspect can amplify the feeling so you're forced to confront the real issue.
Rather than blindly giving in to the craving or obsession, consider what needs to "die"- there's power and happiness available but only if you expel decaying fears or control issues. An old commitment no longer applies. An old definition has to change. An old version of yourself needs to be reborn. If you're in the midst of a new relationship, project or personal makeover, use this energy to see what pre-determined limits can be surpassed. You can receive more and exceed your expectations if you're truly honest with yourself (and a partner) about what you really want. Remember that what's happening now is part of a larger cycle that began in January of this year (check out my Dec 11th Patreon post in the $1 tier for details, dates and degrees of this cycle). www.patreon.com/rubyslipper
Jupiter in Aquarius makes the second of two squares to Ceres in Venus-ruled Taurus, reactivating an issue from Jul 30th. This can manifest as excessive nurturing - smothering (or overeating) as a way of avoiding loss. With the Venus Rx/Pluto conjunction, this suggests overcompensation when confronted with deep truths.
Pluto (Lord of the Underworld) abducted Persephone, the daughter of Jupiter and Ceres. Ceres (a crop goddess) mourned and the crops withered, people died. Jupiter intervened and Ceres and Pluto came to an agreement- Persephone was allowed to spend part of the year above ground with her mother during which time the crops flourished .
When these three are activated at the same time, the themes in this myth are emphasized. Jupiter and Ceres are at odds (square) so there is tension involving a larger authority versus a portion of the cycle of birth and loss - perhaps struggles over parent/child relationships or self-care. This is due to the reveal of an inevitable "death" and transformation. Again, squares to Jupiter will exaggerate, so excessive abundance/nurturing/indulgence may be used as ways of asserting control or avoiding unpleasantness.
Consider if an agreement can be reached. It won't be ideal but there is room for compromise. Struggles for control will ultimately fail because you have two outer planets (Jupiter and Pluto) in action- there are forces greater than you at work.
And yes, Jupiter square Ceres can easily manifest as Christmas overeating, over-gifting, etc. Not always a big deal but when accompanied by Venus conjunct Pluto, situations can quickly intensify so it's no longer just about food or gifts - there can be weird power dynamics. Perhaps you're returning to a situation and receive way more than anticipated. It's ok to feel a bit uncomfortable with this.
Know that you can't delay an ending or control others. Know that there is more going on than you can see . You can empower yourself if you turn inwards and recognize what would truly make you happy and what your gut is telling you about your current situation. In some cases you may be honouring relationships from the past by recognizing their influence (works best if these are healthy connections).
Today's energy with Pluto and the retrogrades in Earth signs feels heavy. For some, it can be heavy with memories (good or bad) or the weight of loss. For others, heavy with abundance due to rich relationships or financial situations. Either way, you're encouraged to look inside yourself - pause and take stock of where you are now because it will evolve.
Painting by Dante Gabriel Rossetti: Beata Beatrix (Wikimedia Commons)"
rubyslipper.ca/ruby-slipper-astrology
PS
I like reading her articles (not necessarily agree with everything but often I can see her point), but I really dislike that "self-advertizing" she does (along with many many other people). I know that it is probably necessary in this world to keep "financially afloat", it still leaves a bad taste in my mind. *shrugs* But I am not in the best mood anyway. lol
December 24, 2021 Nadia Gilchrist
Venus Rx conjunct Pluto in Capricorn (25 deg)
Jupiter in Aquarius square Ceres Rx in Taurus (29 deg)
Wishing everyone a peaceful holiday season, in whatever way you celebrate. Thank you for your support and I look forward to continuing my work for you in 2022.
Venus makes her second of three conjunctions with Pluto, as you revisit an issue from December 11th. An intense attraction or demanding transformation in the areas of relationships, money, happiness or self-esteem is pushing you to dig beneath the surface. There's much more going on than the official status or rules indicate. Certain cravings may feel all-consuming along with your awareness of what you want. Often, the Rx return to an aspect can amplify the feeling so you're forced to confront the real issue.
Rather than blindly giving in to the craving or obsession, consider what needs to "die"- there's power and happiness available but only if you expel decaying fears or control issues. An old commitment no longer applies. An old definition has to change. An old version of yourself needs to be reborn. If you're in the midst of a new relationship, project or personal makeover, use this energy to see what pre-determined limits can be surpassed. You can receive more and exceed your expectations if you're truly honest with yourself (and a partner) about what you really want. Remember that what's happening now is part of a larger cycle that began in January of this year (check out my Dec 11th Patreon post in the $1 tier for details, dates and degrees of this cycle). www.patreon.com/rubyslipper
Jupiter in Aquarius makes the second of two squares to Ceres in Venus-ruled Taurus, reactivating an issue from Jul 30th. This can manifest as excessive nurturing - smothering (or overeating) as a way of avoiding loss. With the Venus Rx/Pluto conjunction, this suggests overcompensation when confronted with deep truths.
Pluto (Lord of the Underworld) abducted Persephone, the daughter of Jupiter and Ceres. Ceres (a crop goddess) mourned and the crops withered, people died. Jupiter intervened and Ceres and Pluto came to an agreement- Persephone was allowed to spend part of the year above ground with her mother during which time the crops flourished .
When these three are activated at the same time, the themes in this myth are emphasized. Jupiter and Ceres are at odds (square) so there is tension involving a larger authority versus a portion of the cycle of birth and loss - perhaps struggles over parent/child relationships or self-care. This is due to the reveal of an inevitable "death" and transformation. Again, squares to Jupiter will exaggerate, so excessive abundance/nurturing/indulgence may be used as ways of asserting control or avoiding unpleasantness.
Consider if an agreement can be reached. It won't be ideal but there is room for compromise. Struggles for control will ultimately fail because you have two outer planets (Jupiter and Pluto) in action- there are forces greater than you at work.
And yes, Jupiter square Ceres can easily manifest as Christmas overeating, over-gifting, etc. Not always a big deal but when accompanied by Venus conjunct Pluto, situations can quickly intensify so it's no longer just about food or gifts - there can be weird power dynamics. Perhaps you're returning to a situation and receive way more than anticipated. It's ok to feel a bit uncomfortable with this.
Know that you can't delay an ending or control others. Know that there is more going on than you can see . You can empower yourself if you turn inwards and recognize what would truly make you happy and what your gut is telling you about your current situation. In some cases you may be honouring relationships from the past by recognizing their influence (works best if these are healthy connections).
Today's energy with Pluto and the retrogrades in Earth signs feels heavy. For some, it can be heavy with memories (good or bad) or the weight of loss. For others, heavy with abundance due to rich relationships or financial situations. Either way, you're encouraged to look inside yourself - pause and take stock of where you are now because it will evolve.
Painting by Dante Gabriel Rossetti: Beata Beatrix (Wikimedia Commons)"
rubyslipper.ca/ruby-slipper-astrology
PS
I like reading her articles (not necessarily agree with everything but often I can see her point), but I really dislike that "self-advertizing" she does (along with many many other people). I know that it is probably necessary in this world to keep "financially afloat", it still leaves a bad taste in my mind. *shrugs* But I am not in the best mood anyway. lol