In case it’s not already apparent to anyone, the energy of this rising Full Moon at 27 degrees of Capricorn, is not your gentle, light-hearted energy building up. On July 19, 2016 the Capricorn Full Moon in the third decan of Capricorn indicates ambition, power conflicts, and highly divisive emotional ties and relationships---many of which are coming unraveled or blowing up right and left. This Full Moon forms a trine with Mars in Virgo and squares Ceres as it sits in conjunction with the fixed star Beta Indus.
Mars, the planet of action, war, violence, and overt ambition, triggers a variety of subtle and not-so-subtle on the part of those in authority and power. The positive side is good leaders can make decisions that are popular with those they lead or rule; the negative side is there is an element of ruthlessness and power-grabbing going on. As I write this column on July 15, there is a coup d’tat under way in Turkey. Whether or not that will be successful or will result in positive changes, depends on how those in power use their authority and respond and react to volatile and changing conditions.
Much of the dissent and upheaval that have resulted in a series of violent, explosive, and dangerous episodes, is uncovering a deep level of hidden animosity, manipulation, and ulterior motives, especially on the part of those who are pulling the strings in their advisory positions. Caution is needed as new leaders are being chosen, and whatever can be done to avoid supporting domineering and bullying demagoguery is needed.
Who holds the power and authority, and how is that authority being used to influence and mislead through the use of media and distraction? Much of what is happening during this period reflects the rise of unquestioning loyalty to dangerous powers.
This Full Moon in Capricorn (the same house that Pluto has been bringing about long-term transformation) highlights the abuse of power and the manipulation and distortion of information to whip up those who do not question, into a frenzy of energy that lacks no center, no ethical boundaries, nor a realistic view of what is possible and what is not. Good leaders will have to be very discerning at this time as to what kind of advice they take and what decisions they choose. Ultimately, the burden will be on the leaders; the advisors remain out of the light. Be wary of what kind of guidance and advice you take. Choose your counsel wisely. Avoid extremes of all types.
The Full Moon in Capricorn also forms a sextile to Mars in Scorpio--Earth and Water mixing. This combination of the Moon and Mars in this passionate aspect demands that feelings and desires be expressed physically, sexually, and through extremes of both emotional and outward expression. And the acting out of this volatile energy comes from a deep-seated, hidden, and shadowy unconscious side of those who are unhealed.
Anger can be an issue at this time, as it will be difficult to contain or control feelings, passions, and demands. Quick tempered or out-of-control outbursts and acting out, create a very volatile and dangerous time for those who are in the way of those who are out of control. Notice the shadow aspects of your own personality...how they seem to rise up at this time, and then be wary of letting yourself act out of the unconscious, unhealed parts of yourself. Notice in the world around you and with those you come into contact with, who is also likely to burst into a full-scale temper tantrum---unaware and unconscious spewing based on ignorance and a need to be right and in control.
At its worst this is a giant baby bully having a temper tantrum--completely out of control and unaware of how much harm it can cause. To a lesser degree, it signals the need to avoid being around those who have issues with anger and who insist on having their own way despite what anyone else says. In its mildest form this triggers tempermental outbursts; at its worse, something far much worse, akin to what we see manifesting throughout the world right now. Out-of-controlled anger, fear, and hate acting out with no regard for anyone but immediate needs, avarice, and power.
The Sun at 27 degrees of Cancer (in the Leo decan) trines Mars in Scorpio, and this can help ease some of the edgy, outrageous, anger and power grabs. In fact this aspect can bring our more courageous, valiant, daring energy to help intervene and protect against the raging bulls who seem so out-of-control and likely to create more panic and crises than they can ever solve. The Trine between the Sun and Mars highlights a more public voice, one that is compassionate, loving, kind, and altruistic, rather than the biting, razor-edged face and voice of a dictatorial element that can only bring damage and cause greater harm.
What is needed is healing, from the inside out. And a real dose of self-awareness and some cold water in the face kind of reality checks for those whose lack of sound thinking and a solid underpinning for their philosophical or religious base. All will be forced to face what is truly exposed and demagogues will fall, one way or another.
Ceres is just flaming out of her transit through Aries, and enters Taurus on July 17. This qwells the fires a bit, and brings Ceres into aspect with Chiron, the Wounded Healer in Pisces. This will act as a nurturing, mothering influence, helping us to find a greater sense of security and peace within. With Ceres in aspect to Chiron, we are compelled to seek a greater sense of peace and security, to foster more compassion, to take care of pragmatic and practical issues, and to create a more comfortable and safe home.
Mars and Chiron are trine one another, and are both part of the ongoing Grand Trine in Water. This Grand Trine is at its peak as of July 27 and into the energy of the Full Moon on the 19ths. We feel the urge and need to build bridges, to work to heal the fissures that keep us from resolving past issues and building new pathways forward. The fissures that are splitting our personal and collective lives, and gaping holes that now need to be repaired and healed.
Now is the time to begin anew, this process of putting the concern of our health and well being ahead of divisive and earth-shattering pain and demands. Time to wake up to the reality that we only destroy one another by insisting we stay lost in our own woundedness. Those who fail to heal, who fail to take whatever steps are needed to mend fences, heal wounds, and start renewing body, mind, and spirit are destined to sink deeper into the old scars and ignorance that keep them trapped in dead cycles.
The Capricorn Moon squares Ceres is an aspect that bids us help in the healing process, starting with ourselves. It also cautions us to avoid taking the credit and assuming we are the power---the only one/ones who can solve a problem or bring about healing. We are all in this together. We each have enough to do to heal our own woundedness. We are part of the healing process, not the nexus. Our support and cause comes from the Creator and from our working together with mutual respect and support.
The Sun in the late degrees of Cancer and Ceres in the early degrees of Taurus will form a square aspect at the Full Moon. This gives us a sense that we can overcome the adversity that faces us both individually and collectively. We may feel renewed and inspired to do more, well beyond the immediate time, to help in the healing process. Another possibility may be to feel incapable of overcoming, and in fact feeling less able to handle difficulties and obstacles. This could lead to giving away what power and authority you have to someone you feel is better equipped to do what you feel no longer able to do. When we lose our ability to tap into our spiritual connections, whatever they be and however they help us find meaning and purpose, we can slip into the throes of self pity, weakness, and abdicating our power. Notice if you are feeling downtrodden, and take some time to rest, reassess (count your blessings), and review what all you have achieved, taken care of, and overcome. Don’t sell yourself short. Renew and refresh yourself, and ease up on pushing yourself past your limits. Receive energy and inspiration now. That’s enough and necessary.
In your own chart/life, look to see where the Full Moon in Capricorn and the
Sun in Cancer reside, and any other area of your life/chart where aspects hit strongly at this Full
Moon. Notice what you personally are being called to be aware of and how you might best use the
energy of this very powerful and volatile time to seek inner healing as well as healing from the
woundedness that may be affecting your life and those around you.
Where the polarity between Cancer and Capricorn resides in your chart, this is where you need to bring unity to the diverse and divisive nature within you. It is also where you can best help heal the collective. By healing within, we grow and learn how to better take our place responsibly in how we use our power and authority, and how we allow others to usurp or compromise us. Keep that inner focus and strive for peaceful ways to remain calm, turn from despair, and seek ways to build bridges where you can. Blessing to you all. We are each needed now.
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