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Venus stations retrograde Saturday @ 10°Aries @ 7:36 PM, EST: Repetitious Patterns
Venus traditionally retrograded through five of the twelve astrology signs; Aries, Gemini, Leo, late Libra/Scorpio, and Capricorn; however, the second half of the 20th century marked a retrograde entry into Pisces; therefore, the above can be amended to reflect Aries/Pisces, which adds another feminine element of water to the masculine presence of fire, air, and earth. I believe an Evolutionary balance is occurring.
This retrograde in Aries will take Venus back into Pisces where it will eventually station direct April 12th @ 24°Pisces. Therefore, the energies of this retrograde are going to be twofold through the signs and houses.
One way to understand a Venus retrograde, outside of understanding Venus herself, is to compare it to Mercury stationing ( which will happen in less than two weeks @ 10°Aries ), except the energetic disruption will be on an emotional level ( heart ) rather than a mental level ( mind ). Just as a Mercurial retrograde, a Venusian retrograde presents an opportunity for spiritual growth through experience—if we choose to learn.
It's no secret that planets affect aspects of our personality and energy, but Venus in particular portends an intense evolution of the heart when she transits the various signs of the zodiac. Stationing retrograde will impact our individual patterns of how we give love, how we receive love, and how we perceive love from the filter of our heart.
To reiterate the above and to preface the below, for most of the 20th century, Retrograde Venus was entirely in the sign of Aries ( Cardinal masculine ); however, in 2009, particularly the second half of the 20th century, a shift occurred, taking Venus retrograde back into Pisces ( Mutable feminine ). This is a notable shift in dynamics in light of the rising political climate explained more in the following paragraphs.
The last time that Venus went retrograde in Aries was March 4th, 2017, and it retrograded back into Pisces on April 15th of 2017. Venus' initial ingress into Pisces was on January 3rd, then it departed from Aries for the final time on June 6th, 2017.
Interesting events that occurred during Venus' last retrograde was the mass protest and march by women during Trump's first 100 days. It was the largest single day protest in US history at that time with an estimated three to four million participants nationwide. The "Me Too" movement also began in 2017.
With the current political climate, it appears these patterns may begin repeating themselves, especially when Venus passes through the same degrees on the same days with relationship to the Sun as it did in 2017. Ironically, The Handmaid’s Tale premiered April 26th, 2017. Based on the book by Margaret Atwood, depicting a dystopian future in America controlled by Christian Nationalism, which suppressed women's rights, making slave ownership and rape a legal facet in the name of "God".
Reviewing the last time Venus retrograded in Aries/Pisces year 2009, we witnessed the first black president, Barack Obama, elected. This was a huge moment in terms of the civil rights movement, and, in my opinion, fueled deep-seated racism producing a visible rise of white supremacy. Obama also signed the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009 to close the income gender gap and further announced U.S. support for the UN declaration on sexual orientation and gender identity, to end discrimination and human rights violations based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
The 2009 Venus retrograde involving the women's and transgender movement was an echo of the 1961 Venus retrograde in Aries involving the Civil Rights Movement. The Freedom Riders, the burning of "Black Wall Street" in Tulsa, the March on Washington for jobs and freedom, and the murder of Emmett Till, so name just a few. We also had the Vietnam war protests and the "Make Love not War" liberation movement which lasted through the 60's.
So, when I say, "Repetitious Patterns" of, this is what I am referring to. There's a lot more I could go into here, but for the sake of time and length, I'll focus solely on this retrograde.
Read full ( this is a longer one ). Pretty certain this is the most personal I've gotten in one of these posts: http://inspiritualservice.com/celestial-events-2025
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REMINDER! ONCE IN A LIFETIME EVENT HAPPENING NOW!
Ahavati said:☄ Skywatcher Note! Great Planetary Alignment: Friday, February 28, 5:41 PM - 6:37 AM
A RARE, seven-planets in the Solar System will appear in the night sky at the same time, with Saturn, Mercury, Neptune, Venus, Uranus, Jupiter, and Mars all lining up in a neat row – a magnificent sky feast for the eyes known as a great planetary alignment.
The next similar alignment is not expected until September 2040, making this a rare and noteworthy event for astronomers and enthusiasts alike.
Some people think the Solar System planets can form a straight line as viewed from the Sun. However, the planets cannot achieve full alignment in three dimensions. Even a looser grouping in one quadrant (a 90-degree sector) is extremely rare: all planets gather in one quadrant only 7 times in the current millennium.
Spiritual Meaning:
The great alignment, or Planetary Parade as some call it, represents a time of celestial synchronization. The energies from each planet unite to emit a stronger vibration. The universe appears to be in synchronization to create a strong energetic setting where personal intentions achieve manifestation with ease.
The cosmic alignment provides an opportunity for individuals to synchronize their energies with universal rhythms which unlocks potential opportunities previously perceived as remote or unattainable.
Planetary alignments produce significant energy through the collective interaction of multiple planets rather than just their linear positioning. The combination and interaction of planetary energies during an alignment lead to a stronger cosmic power flow. The cosmic power generated by planetary alignments becomes more intense and unified which affects every aspect of life from small choices to major life transformations.
Each planet has specific energies that are associated with different aspects of life. By working with the correspondences of the planets involved in the alignment, it’s possible to focus the magic and manifestation practices on particular areas of life.
Planetary keywords to consider when deciding upon rituals during this rare celestial event!
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📍Note: Mars ( OOB )
Understanding OOB Planets: http://inspiritualservice.com/astrology-articles
❤Venus stations Rx in Aries @ 7:36 PM, 8th House: http://inspiritualservice.com/celestial-events-2025
🌒Waxing Crescent, Pisces -> Aries: http://inspiritualservice.com/the-moons-promenade
💫 #ApectingtheCosmos: Sat, Mar 01, 2025: Struggling against an outdated past in order to create a better future relies on intuition regarding what to release.
The v/c Moon conjunct Neptune in Pisces overnight, so pay very close attention to your dreams. Friends across the pond can enjoy heightened intuition that facilitates understanding of others early morning. Visiting parents or grandparents is highly favored.
Midmorning the Moon in Aries sextile Pluto in Aquarius, providing a burst of boldness and new beginnings. You may struggle against an outdated past for a resonance that ultimately helps to create a better future. Intuition is a navigational compass that will always lead us in the right direction.
Tonight, the Moon conjunct Venus Rx in Aries, motivating us to embrace boldness and creativity in matters of love; however, with Venus Rx, caution is against impulsive decisions. Whether considering a separation, reunion, or established boundary, we are more apt to take our time. Overt flirtations could spark a fire of jealous possessiveness from a partner.
✨Degrees/Aspects/Time EST:
3:05 AM: v/c Moon conjunct Neptune in Pisces @ 28°54'
9:34 AM: Moon in Aries sextile Pluto in Aquarius @ 02°54'
10:26 PM: Moon conjunct Venus Rx in Aries @ 10°50'
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Because the Moon is Void-of-Course all day tomorrow ( Sunday ), I felt this was apropos for planning:
Void-of-Course ( VC ) Moon
The importance of no rituals, decisions, or planning during the Void of Course ( v/c ) Moon.
VOID OF COURSE MOON: MISSING
The moon is a friend for the lonesome to talk to. —Carl Sandburg
All is not as it seems. This v/c Moon can be daunting; it may not be a good or appropriate time to answer your question. As it is now, the results may not be what you want.
What is a v/c Moon?
The moon travels through the entire Zodiac in twenty-seven and a half days. There is a moment when the moon makes its last major aspect before leaving one sign and entering the next. It’s as if the moon has gone to sleep. Her wisdom is being withheld until she moves into a new sign and the moon begins a new chapter or story.
The usual axiom for starting things on a v/c Moon is, “Nothing will come of the matter.”
Matters will not go as you planned; in fact, most of the time it will end up far worse than you planned. You have been caught blissfully unaware. You’ve missed something or you weren’t paying close enough attention. But you won’t be able to set the situation right at the current time.
Sit still and stay as you are. Take no action at the current time. Wait for the storm to pass over. It is time to be patient and allow matters to settle before beginning anew. Allow this matter to resolve on its own without your help, work, or interference.
Don’t bail anyone out or make loans currently because it is unlikely you will be repaid.
Medical results will probably not be accurate. If your question is about a job or career move, then it’s not the right one. If you apply for a job and get hired, it will not be long-lasting. It’s possible you will get hired and then a more suitable job will come along, and you will have to leave the first one.
After a long and costly effort, your matter in question may fail. People around you may start behaving like screwups. It could be that great passions are playing against you. Discipline is needed. It is not a time to act impulsively. Whatever you do as your routine will stay as it is. However, matters that are unplanned or spontaneous will tend to work out for you.
A v/c Moon can be used to your benefit, so keep this in mind. For instance, you can work on something you really don’t want. You can interact with persons you don’t really want to become a fixture in your life. Embarking on anything new or untried will tend to go wrong. In other words, if you agree to plans you don’t really want to come about during the v/c phase, then it will be very likely they will not come about.
However, meditation and any type of psychic or spiritual efforts will work out better during this v/c phase. It’s a good time to dream and even make plans; just do not act on them yet.
Also, do not plan a wedding! Keep in mind, the time is not yet ripe.
In Brief:
Weather cancellations; frustrations; delays; vagueness; hollow feelings; a sense of everything being “unreal”; emptiness; making mistakes and other bad decisions; promises not met; unfulfilled plans; the sleeping mind; not paying attention; false starts; matters remaining unresolved; a time to wait awhile and start over; a time to float or rest; serendipitous occurrences; a time to disconnect; things begun requiring adjustments later; inconclusive or wrong medical results; an unfavorable time to apply for a job, get married, or for nonroutine medical procedures.
Corresponding Tarot Card: Eight of Cups
Key Ideas: Silence; failed judgment; false readings; wasted effort; the wrong choice; missed opportunity; sleep; recovery.
Mercury enters his pre-shade/shadow Sunday, one week prior to entering the storm, and two weeks prior to stationing Rx in Aries March 15 @ 2:46 AM, 5th House ( whole house system ).
So, what is the difference between the shade and storm?
A preshade or shadow period is exactly what it sounds like - storm clouds forming on the horizon, representing a time to prepare for a storm, while the storm period is the intensification of the atmospheric energy signaling that we batten down the hatches.
This preshade or preshadow phase is one of preparation, so make sure you begin the backup of electronic systems such as computers and phones to preserve important data.
Service automobiles and make sure your ledgers are accurate and balanced because Mercury also presides over bookkeeping and means of transportation.
We may also begin to feel fatigue & lack energy. Just as the cosmos signals the planets, this is the body's universal way of signaling you to slow down. Failure to slow down could mean overlooking important details, sudden changes in plans, cancellations, and tense communications, not to mention costly electronic mishaps.
Slowing down means we are more apt to take things in stride than allowing them to knock us off balance. Thus, exasperating irritability and frustration are kept to a minimum versus escalating the situation.
We can fly by the seat of our pants if we choose. It is a personal choice. But when we know a storm with the potential to inflict discord is approaching, wouldn't we want to take time to prepare so the damage is minimal?
The following preparations are suggested:
• Back up all digital files
• Service Digital Devices
• Service automobiles
• Leave early for appointments due to possible delays
• Slow down and listen to what others are saying
• Take the time to study something new
• Practice patience, compassion, and gratitude
• Read thoroughly and review all legal documents and contracts
• Review and read all correspondence before sending
• Insure and track all packages
• Double-check and confirm all dates, plans, and meetings
• Renew commitments rather than making new ones
• Socialize with friends
• Reconnect with our roots
• Release any old grudges and anger and practice forgiveness
• Review our intentions
• Secure passwords
• Make necessary repairs
• Be adaptable to sudden changes
Take care against purchasing new electronics, automobiles or relocations that involve purchasing a new home or selling an old home.
Also avoid jumping to conclusions without all the facts, starting a new romance, or especially reviving an old one. Start new projects or launch a new business or share unreliable information or this will affect your future reputation.
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📍Note: Mars ( OOB )
Understanding OOB Planets: http://inspiritualservice.com/astrology-articles
❣️Venus Retrograde in effect: http://inspiritualservice.com/celestial-events-2025
🚨Mercury preshade in effect (stations Rx March 15): http://inspiritualservice.com/celestial-events-2025
🌒Waxing Crescent, Aries: http://inspiritualservice.com/the-moons-promenade
🚨EXTENDED VOID-OF-COURSE (V/C): 8:52 AM (Sun) - 4:04 AM (Mon): http://inspiritualservice.com/astrology-articles
💫 #ApectingtheCosmos: Sun, Mar 02, 2025: The pain in our wound is a truth waiting to be released when we have the courage to face its source.
East coast night owls or a West-coast evening brings a lovely sextile between the V/C Moon in Aries and Jupiter in Gemini in the realms of amusement, romance, and profound relationships. You could find yourself emboldened to take a first step in a new relationship or those in committed relationships could take the lead on something they normally wouldn't.
Early morning the V/C Moon in Aries square OOB Mars in Cancer, bringing potential discord on the domestic front. Though it may seem tough, it's actually a wonderful opportunity for growth if we maintain our integrity and refuse to engage in petty behavior.
Late morning Mercury conjunct Neptune in Pisces in the realm of group relations and social consciousness. This may bring circumstances beyond our control to the forefront and an escapist desire behind rose-colored glasses; however, focusing on humanitarian interests while maintaining boundaries can facilitate navigation through this foggy terrain.
This afternoon brings a square between the Sun in Pisces and Jupiter in Gemini in the realms of aspiration and endings. This is yet another great opportunity to delve into your hidden strength and forge ahead by learning something new. It could feel like your emotion vs profound mental study. Resist the urge to escape if you feel overwhelmed or a bruised ego, as it will only bring future regrets. Forge ahead.
The above square is followed in less than 90 minutes by a V/C lunar conjunction to Chiron in the realm of honor and substance. Courage won't be lacking when it comes to delving into a trigger to find the source of the wound. It's a truth waiting to be released.
✨Degrees/Time EST:
12:55 AM: Moon in Aries sextile Jupiter in Gemini @ 12°22
8:52 AM: Moon in Aries square Mars in Cancer @ 17°16'
11:22 AM: Mercury in Pisces conjunct Neptune in Pisces @ 28°57'
1:19 AM: Sun in Pisces square Jupiter in Gemini @ 12°25'
2:26 PM: Moon in Aries conjunct Chiron in Aries @ 20°41'
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Weekly #OracleCardReading & #CelestialGuidance: Mar 02 - Mar 08, 2025
SINGING STONES
Transmit Your Vibration. Use Your Voice.
In world mythology there are many stories in which sound, song, and vibration are mysteriously connected to the stones. Some myths speak of certain stones having the power to tone or make musical sounds when they're struck or rubbed together in the right way, and others tell stories that create enchanted echo chambers when activated by the voice.
Other stories feature stones that sing, saying that they're imbued with the memories of the ancients who once were connected to them. Some believe that the world's great megalithic stone circles were erected with the vibration of sound and song. Then, of course, there's the exquisite reverberation that occurs when we gather and sing together inside stone temples.
Full Reading: http://inspiritualservice.com
💫🧭Celestial Guidance: Mar 02 - Mar 08, 2025
Storm clouds are forming on the horizon Sunday as Mercury enters his preshade period. The pain in a wound is a truth waiting to be released when we have the courage to face its source Sunday evening when the Moon conjunct Chiron in Aries in the realm of group relations and social consciousness.
We'll need to guard against impulsive behavior Monday when Mercury enters Aries. Honor is earned through integrity when the Moon in Taurus square Pluto in Aquarius.
Don't go it alone Tuesday. Asking for help is a strength not weakness. Balance finances and research with amusements. Transformation happens with a little help from our friends.
Full daily detailed forecast: http://inspiritualservice.com
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📍Note: Mars ( OOB )
Understanding OOB Planets: http://inspiritualservice.com/astrology-articles
❣️Venus Retrograde in effect: http://inspiritualservice.com/celestial-events-2025
🌟Mercury enters Aries @ 4:04 AM EST: http://inspiritualservice.com/planetary-transits-2024
🚨Mercury preshade in effect (stations Rx March 15): http//inspiritualservice.com/celestial-events-2025
🌒Waxing Crescent, Aries ->Taurus: inspiritualservice.com/the-moons-promenade
💫 #ApectingtheCosmos: Mon, Mar 03, 2025: Honor is earned through integrity today.
Midmorning the Moon in Taurus square Pluto in Aquarius in the realms of identity/life and honor/substance. We may face temptation this morning to take a shortcut or act impulsively for something we want. Maintaining integrity is paramount to future success. Doing it right sometimes means extra effort that pays future dividends handsomely. Honor is earned through integrity.
✨Degrees/Aspects/Time EST:
1:04 AM: Mercury entered Aries
5:37 AM: Moon entered Taurus
10:27 AM: Moon in Taurus square Pluto in Aquarius @ 02°57'
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The Two of Cups: An Invitation to Unity and Growth
The Two of Cups is often seen as a symbol of connection, partnership, and mutual respect. At first glance, it seems to depict two people, sharing a moment, gazing into each other’s eyes, and exchanging cups – which represents emotions and energy. This card is all about relationships, but it goes deeper than just romantic involvement; it beckons us to cultivate strong bonds with ourselves and others in any kind of partnership—friendships, family ties, and even collaborations.
So, what does the Two of Cups really invite us to do? For starters, it encourages us to communicate authentically and express our feelings openly. Relationships thrive when we create a safe space for vulnerability. This card prompts us to reflect on how we can nurture these connections, both with ourselves and the people around us. Are there unresolved feelings or connections that need mending? This may be the time to reach out and bridge those gaps.
Beyond personal relationships, the Two of Cups invites us to consider the balance of give and take in our lives. It reminds us that true partnerships are built on equality and respect. By engaging in reciprocal relationships, we create an environment where everyone can flourish. This balance is essential for our own growth, pushing us to become the highest versions of ourselves.
Moreover, this card resonates with the concept of self-love. By honoring our own emotions and needs, we set a powerful foundation for healthier relationships. The more we understand and love ourselves, the better we can connect with others. So, don’t forget to fill your own cup!
Know that when the Two of Cups appears in our readings or thoughts, it’s a gentle nudge to foster connections—a call to open our hearts, embrace balance, and cultivate both self-love and love for others. It’s a beautiful reminder that through unity and collaboration, we have the potential to elevate ourselves and each other.
So, the next time you encounter the Two of Cups, take a moment to reflect. How can you invite deeper connections into your life? What partnerships need nurturing? Remember, it’s all about coming together and supporting each other on our journeys to becoming our highest selves.
Preface: Thank you, Luna, for sharing that. ^
Mercury entered Aries @ 4:04 AM in the realm of security and endings.
Mercury is the prince of intellect, communication, avenues of expression, and patron of travelers. He possesses reasoning ability, awareness, and rules the brain, sight, mouth, and tongue among many other body parts, including ALL hormones. As the bearer of the caduceus, he holds healing power and has the ability to transcend dimensions.
Mercury's action can be knee-jerk, uncertain, and sometimes volatile under certain influences. Where we find Mercury in our chart indicates where and how we communicate best.
Aries
Aries is associated with quick changes and sudden forks in the road. Their life is marked by arriving at a certain place and then being turned in a new direction. Life is adventurous!
There is a dynamic restlessness to the Aries character. With the Sun in this sign, you are an activist and doer. If you have a new plan or idea—you can't wait to plunge in! The amusing little prayer, "Grant me patience NOW!" is typical of the Arien attitude.
When others first meet them, their instant impression is of something exciting, vibrant, talkative. Others will be lucky if they can get a word in edgewise. If someone brings up a topic, they will be delighted to tell in great detail exactly what they think about it.
Aries gravitate toward the center of action. They are audacious and intent on getting their own way. Since their nature is to express power, they treat opposition as an annoyance to be brushed out of the way. They are a natural leader who exudes self-confidence.
They are generous about helping others in a crisis, are openhearted and share ideas and advice, and will even pick up the check. They are uninterested in the small and petty but can be arrogant, spiteful, and vindictive when succumbing to lower-vibrational energies.
Mercury in Aries
It's not difficult to figure out how this transit will play out! Our attention to details and styles of communication become more proactive, improves, and increases. And what I mean by increases is not just substance but speed.
When Mercury is transiting through Aries, we need to keep a tight rein on our temperament, or we may find our actions more impulsive, hot-headed, and aggressive than we realize. Because Mercury indicates short-term trips, this applies to travel as well, or we may discover ourselves in the midst of road-rage.
Aries is a cardinal fire sign ruled by Mars, the God of War. This transit heralds' fresh ideas and an eagerness to begin; however, Aries is not known for long periods of effort and concentration to complete what they begin. Short-term projects and goals are more favored during this period.
Full Article + Mercury in Aries Natal: http://inspiritualservice.com/planetary-transits-2025
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