The Gathering Place ( Modalities of Divination )
Mercury entered Capricorn @ 5:30 AM, 2nd House, the natural home of Taurus ruled by Venus.
Mercury rules chatty Gemini and analytical Virgo, so moving into an earthy sign such as Capricorn denotes a serious preoccupation with our thoughts and feelings. Our thinking becomes more methodical and centers on solid foundations from which to build our intentions into a reality rather than ideals.
Mercury will move out-of-bounds tomorrow ( Thu Jan 09 ) but moves pretty quickly and only remains OOB between 10-14 days. Also, it only moves OOB up to four times a year, depending on the cycle. Mostly it's twice annually.
Contrary to the Moon, Mercury is never out of bounds in the fixed signs such as Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius. It is only present in cardinal (initiating) and mutable (changing) signs.
An OOB Mercury maintains a balance between nocturnal and diurnal signs, as well as a balance of elements, yet it notably lacks the stabilizing presence of the fixed signs. More on Mercury OOB: inspiritualservice.com/astrology-articles
The 2nd House is a house of personal resources and possessions along with security. Some consider it the newly embodied human establishing bodily awareness and physical security. This is the realm of surviving, thriving, and our sense of self-worth.
In grounded Capricorn, we are able to detach ourselves and become the observer. This will serve us well, especially in fields where powers of concentration are required. Detailed work is much more feasible and our diplomacy and tact shine when required. We are able to laugh at ourselves in this placement, as self-doubt is highly diminished.
In the natal chart, difficult aspects to Mercury can cause one to be too ambitious, dogmatic, suspicious, and even materialistic. If you recognize these traits, you might want to slow down a bit and re-evaluate your goals. Goals are always worth working toward, but there are more honorable ways of achieving them than being competitive and overly ambitious et al.
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📍Note: Moon, Mercury, Mars, Ceres, and Medea Out-of-Bounds ( OOB )
Understanding OOB Planets: inspiritualservice.com/astrology-articles
❗️OOB Mars Retrograde in effect: inspiritualservice.com/celestial-events-2024
🌔OOB Moon, Waxing Gibbous, Taurus -> Gemini @ 8:07 PM EST: inspiritualservice.com/the-moons-promenade
⛔️5:50 - 8:07 PM EST: Lunar Void of Course: inspiritualservice.com/astrology-articles
💫 #ApectingtheCosmos: Thu, Jan 09, 2025, EST: After the initial conjunction, today is a fertile opportunity for social contacts, practical matters, and artistic abilities.
Following our intuition during the Lunar conjunction with Uranus midmorning is advised. Psychic abilities are enhanced but doubt and/or overthinking can hinder our abilities; therefore, any epiphanies should be taken seriously. Writing them down will help preserve the memory. Follow your heart when expressing yourself.
Mid/late afternoon, the OOB Moon in Taurus sextile Neptune in Pisces sextile OOB Mars Rx in Cancer, ushering in the productivity mentioned above. Take advantage of social options, creative urges, and practical solutions.
Late tonight when the OOB Moon in Gemini trine Pluto in Aquarius, we can't help but desire to probe the emotions of others to create a deeper connection. We're psychically protected when delving into the occult or taboo. Though with the Moon in fickle & flighty Gemini, whatever we discover may not hold our interest long.
✨Degrees/Aspects/Time EST:
9:00 AM: Moon in Taurus conjunct Uranus @ 23°27'
3:46 PM: Moon in Taurus sextile Neptune in Pisces @ 27°26'
5:50 PM: Moon in Taurus sextile OOB Mars Rx in Cancer @ 28°39'
5:50 - 8:07 PM: Void of Course Moon
8:08 PM: Moon enters Gemini
10:25 PM: Moon in Gemini trine Pluto in Aquarius @ 01°21'
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Mercury traveled OOB today:
When Mercury, the Prince of Communication and Messenger of the gods is out-of-bounds ( OOB - beyond 23°27’ declination ), whether natal or transit, there are several things we can expect.
A transit only affects you during the duration of the transit. And because Mercury moves pretty quickly and only moves OOB up to four times a year, depending on the cycle. Mostly it's twice annually, but in 2025 it will be three OOB periods.
In 2025, Mercury will be OOB the following dates:
• Capricorn: Enters Jan 09/Leaves Jan 20
• Gemini: Enters: Jun 01/Leaves Jun 20
• Sagittarius: Enters: Oct 31/Leaves Nov 10
Mercury can only be found OOB in the solstice and solstice-bordering signs of Gemini, Cancer, Sagittarius, and Capricorn.
Contrary to the Moon, Mercury is never out of bounds in the fixed signs such as Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius. It is only present in cardinal (initiating) and mutable (changing) signs. Mercury maintains a balance between nocturnal and diurnal signs, as well as a balance of elements, yet it notably lacks the stabilizing presence of the fixed signs.
Mercury is also associated with the physician and healing; thus, he carries the caduceus, a short-staff wand entwined by two serpents, sometimes surmounted by wings that is now the modern symbol for medicine. However, from a mythological standpoint, Mercury could also put people asleep or be a messenger of death.
OOB planets can go one of two ways: firstly, they can produce exceptional creativity exceeding the potential of expectations; secondly, they can be erratically unpredictable and go to extremes that can detrimentally affect others, including themselves.
Those with OOB planets, to put it simply, like coloring outside the lines. That can be considered a creative genius or dangerous liability. Whether the declination is North or South is equally important.
It's a long one, so read more at http://inspiritualservice.com/celestial-events-2025
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📍Note: Moon, Mercury, Mars, Ceres, and Medea Out-of-Bounds ( OOB )
Understanding OOB Planets: http://inspiritualservice.com/astrology-articles
❗️OOB Mars Retrograde in effect: http://inspiritualservice.com/celestial-events-2024
🌔OOB Moon, Waxing Gibbous, Gemini: http://inspiritualservice.com/the-moons-promenade
💫 #ApectingtheCosmos: Fri, Jan 10, 2025, EST: Healing and growth are not always pleasant and can involve growing pains and emotional wounds. But it's the facing and assuming responsibility for our choices that facilitates healing and healthy growth.
We may feel an increased need for affection and social connections midmorning when the OOB Moon in Gemini square Venus in Pisces. While we feel more sensual, we should avoid impulsive actions and careless regard for others that could cause a partner or friend discomfort.
Early evening the OOB Moon conjunct Jupiter in Gemini trine OOB Ceres in Aquarius, ushering in feelings of generosity and good will. Investments of all types should prove successful whether business or personal. Our goodwilled intentions will serve those we love and care about the most.
We may feel emotionally and spiritually confined tonight when the OOB Moon in Gemini square Saturn in Pisces. If we find it difficult to maintain or create connections with others, we may want to evoke a selfcare ritual and reflect on our emotions. Taking responsibility for them is akin to healing therapy.
✨Degrees/Aspects/Time EST:
9:18 AM: OOB Moon in Gemini square Venus in Pisces @ 07°45'
5:01 PM: OOB Moon conjunct Jupiter Rx in Gemini @ 12°17'
5:54 PM: OOB Moon in Gemini trine OOB Ceres in Aquarius @ 12°48'
10:15 PM: OOB Moon in Gemini Square Saturn in Pisces @ 15°21'
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Tomorrow evening ( Saturday ), the North Node enters Pisces and the South Node enters Virgo @ 6:02 PM EST.
I, for one, am celebrating! For three years I have been under the shadow of the Nodes ( 18 months ), then experienced a reverse Nodal return ( 18 months ). When I review that trek through the valley of doubt against the karmic pull, the acceptance into release of what no longer served, I am amazed at the progress I've made. As I step into master astrology classes this year, I realize it was the frustration of mistakes, the precipices of giving up, and the sheer will to continue which led me to this very moment.
Throughout it all, that voice within me kept saying, "Don't give up". And though I wanted to many, MANY times. I did not.
When the True Nodal axis shifts every 18 months, the North Node zodiac sign's archetype takes precedence, in this case, Pisces, the Mystic. This is connected to our Soul's path; however, in order to attain it, we must release the fear and perceived safety of our South Node in Virgo comfort zone.
Some astrology reports you read will say Moon's Mean Nodes, while here I am using True Nodes. What's the difference? It's really quite easy.
Before the wonderful world of computer applications, the Mean Nodes were calculated by hand due to variations over a period of time. It's old school and many astrologers still adhere to the practice as a basic foundation of delineation. True Nodes are the exact spot, measurement, and location of the node at an exact moment in time calculated by a computer in a few seconds, and the tool many modern astrologers prefer.
The Moon's Nodes are considered the heart of the system. The South Node represents the karma we have brought with us not just from past lives but have accumulated during this life as well. We only karma that is not ripe ( completed ) in this life with us into the next so that we may eventually resolve it.
The South Node provides ample time to deal with our ripe karma in this life, so long as our pride and/or obstinance don't interfere. This is where the Nodes come into play, and why they are considered the heart of the system. The challenging news: When karma is ripe it's coming for us; the positive news: We are ready.
Read full: http://inspiritualservice.com/planetary-transits-2025
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📍Note: Moon, Mercury, Mars, Ceres, and Medea Out-of-Bounds ( OOB )
Understanding OOB Planets: inspiritualservice.com/astrology-articles
❗️OOB Mars Retrograde in effect: inspiritualservice.com/celestial-events-2024
🌔OOB Moon, Waxing Gibbous, Gemini -> Cancer @ 11:24 PM EST: inspiritualservice.com/the-moons-promenade
⛔Void of Course time: 4:03 PM - 11:24 PM EST
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💫 #ApectingtheCosmos: Sat, Jan 11, 2025, EST: There are times when retreating into solitude rewards us with flashes of brilliance and insight that we may have sought from others, who left us more confused than resolved.
Full forecast: http://inspiritualservice.com
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