Understanding how astrological trends and aspects affect our lives both personally and collectively is important because we are all part of this dynamic Universe. Ever changing, we find ourselves seeking ways to understand meaning of life through our everyday experiences, and in relation to the world at large. Astrology uses the energy of the dynamic bodies in our Solar System which have an impact on our tides, our climate, and of course on us ourselves. As we are in the dark of the moon (the few days before the next new moon), it is a time to reflect on how our lives have been changing, and how we have been coping with the changes we know we must make. New moons are times when a lunar cycle begins, giving us a new perspective and new energy in certain areas of our lives. This month it is in the area that Aries rules. That does not mean it only affects Aries natives. We all have Aries somewhere in our chart/lives. And that area affects every other area. This is why it is helpful to know something about our own charts. Look to the house of Aries, Aries rulers Mars and Jupiter, and to the different houses/areas of life that Aries aspects (squares, opposes, trines). Squares signal a prodding and poking making us have to respond or react. Oppositions show us where we find the polarities in our lives, and the need to find balance and harmony. Trines show us where harmonious, helpful energy exists. This New Moon in Aries opposes Libra and trines Sagittarius and Leo. Aries squares Cancer and Capricorn. There are other aspects as well, and from time to time I will explain them.
March's New Moon at 26 degrees of Aries (3rd decan) peaks on April 15-16 falls midway between Uranus and Eris. Uranus is the planet of sudden and unexpected changes and surprises. It has been transiting Aries for quite some time. Eris, the so-called 10th planet, is the most recently discovered planet in our solar system (2005). Aries, a fire sign and the first sign of the zodiac, symbolizes the naive, pioneer, leaders of the pack, innovators, and the curious explorers who dare to set out on a new path. The Sun has been transiting Aries all month, and this new moon at 26 degrees in the third decan, takes on a lot of the energy of Taurus, the earthy bull. Putting ideas and actions into concrete actions and choices. Whatever we have been preparing for is now underway and/or ready to be put into motion. If we've been thinking about changes, now we'll experience greater energetic input that lets us know we're ready to go. Or, ready or not, it's time. Buckle up!
The Aries New Moon sits atop the fixed star Kurdah in the Constellation Cepheus, the Constellation of Words. Kurdah is located in the neck, throat chakra of King Cepheus. The third decan of Aries is ruled by Venus and Jupiter. It is also heavily influenced by the Taurean earth energy that promotes large, dramatic, and creative demonstrations and expressions from us. Whatever we may have been holding inside, suppressing, or waiting for, now has to come up to the surface and be expressed. Our throat chakra (right over the thyroid gland in the throat) is the area of our energetic and physical body that controls our voice, our expression, and all forms of communication. It is where we hold a great deal of our power. To give voice to something (in words, language, or deed) is to give it life. Now is the time to be very conscious and aware of what you say and think (thoughts are energy as well) will be formed in your experience in one way or another. So pay attention to how you use your words, and what thoughts you hold onto.
As the New Moon in Aries occurs, Mercury (planet that rules communications) stations direct, releasing us from restrictions in communication. We gain clarification and what may have seemed fouled up or out of whack earlier, is now made more clear. With this New Moon, those who have used their words to manipulate, control, mislead, or lie, will be held accountable for their abuse of language and intentions. It is vital that we have ways to channel and direct our thoughts and words into productive, healing, and creative ways. The fiery Aries New Moon affects our emotional health and expression. We need to pay attention to how our thoughts, imagination, and emotions are expressed as what is jarring, upsetting, or confusing needs to be addressed. We can either look at this as an opening to a new series of challenges, or a doorway to a new adventure. See how these two aspects of the New Moon can become part of our unified perspective and approach to the future before us.
With this new moon in particular, it seems very important to watch our words, not to stop ourselves from speaking but to pay attention to what and how we are communicating. For words, when spoken, written, or thought, have energy and power to change us and the world. Ahimsa, the practice of doing no harm with our words helps us pay attention to our thoughts, interactions, and ideas that we suppress, distort, or speak out of our own unhealed wounds. Being civil and respectful is a form of kindness we need to get along with others, and even when we are angry, frustrated, or dismayed, we need to find ways to channel our words and ideas into ways that express ourselves more positively. I was reading a report my Granddaughter wrote about Lee Krasner, an abstract Expressionist artist (wife of Jackson Pollock). She used her art to express many feelings and experiences that she found hard to cope with in her own times (post-WWII in New York) and from her own experience. A Jewish woman who lived through two world wars (b. 1908, d. 1984) she said of herself, "I was a woman, a Jewish woman, a widow, and a damn good painter, thank you, and a little too independent." She lived the same lifespan as my own mother, and her generation of women paved the way for us to live using our voices with greater freedom of expression. This New Moon in Aries is the time for taking a bolder step forward in that direction. The newest planet, Eris, in alignment with both Uranus and the Moon shows us how.
Discovered in 2005, the 10th planet Eris, is the dark goddess of our unconsciousness and hidden gifts. According to Maria, Darkstar Astrology," Eris as daughter of Nyx unleashes her strife-bearing children when anyone lies under oath. Eris is simply doing her job of dishing out fate. As a dark goddess she is only balancing the books and keeping the natural order. This Eris is about tough love and brings rough justice. The side of Eris which is the sister of Aries shows up in the next myth.”
Wherever we have not asserted ourselves, and when our voice has been silenced or subverted, Eris seeks release and expression. Uranus releases the feminine from the shackles put upon it extreme forces that ignore our need for harmony and balance between our feminine and masculine nature. The New Moon in Aries conjuncts Uranus creating extremes of emotional tension. We are, therefore, more likely to be feeling pulled to one extreme or the other. The new moon rules the Aires-Libra polarity (individual vs relational identity). Whatever we are struggling with or questioning in our understanding and experience of relationships and independence is now in need of calming and balance. The fiery energy is bringing about great changes. Our continuing need to get our priorities in order, are now reaching a crucial juncture. This New Moon brings this to light in whatever areas are most affected. Look to where Aries is in your chart, and then look to see where aspects of personal and transiting planets affect that area (squares, oppositions, trines, etc.).
Coping with change requires being scrupulously honest in seeing what is working in our lives and what is not. Examine your habits, patterns, and see what works best and what does not. Allow yourself to see what comes to the surface of your awareness, pops up in experiences happening around you. It may take some time to see the results of our deepening intentions to begin seeing results, so be patient and aware. Do what you need to do to take good care of yourself during the new lunar phase. Fiery energy is strong, and requires a calming influence in order to cope. Change is inevitable, however we need to find ways to move gently through the portals of the majors shifts. Seek guidance, forgiveness, and support for whatever changes you need to make at this time. The lunar phase ahead is taking you in new directions. Make whatever choices you need to for your best and highest good and your excellent health and well being.
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