October 10th, 2011 - October 17th, 2011
Weekly Weather Report
by Britt Martin
Last week just felt like one big inner tantrum, in my world. I was mostly restless and squirmy, which is no surprise because we are approaching an Aries Full Moon and the Sun Saturn conjunction this week. This influence may feel like a big vice is being tightened around you in some way. How we react to this is totally personal, but the common denominator is that we are being asked to move out of our comfort zone. Keep in mind our thoughts are usually the trouble makers, so getting still (connect with the heart center), focusing on your breath, and taking in the moment are antidotes to upset, which I managed to forget all week, but alas I have finally remembered ;) Such is life.
In her latest post, Lauren Gorgo of thinkwithyourheart.net brought to my attention that Tuesday is the final day of the Mayan Calendar. This “day” lasts a few weeks (the Mayan calendar is not linear and it’s portrayal of time is very challenging to grasp, so just go with me here) and on 10/28/11 the entire 16.4 billion year “thing” that the calendar tracks (sort of a cycle, but not) ends. We are in the last 3 weeks of a 16.4 billion year experience. . . . . . . .Stunning isn’t it? . . . . . The thought of this immediately pulls me out of my resistance into wonderment.
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October 3rd, 2011 - October 10th, 2011
Weekly Weather Report
by Britt Martin
As the Sun moves through Libra we have the chance to grasp the essence of Saturn’s journey through this sign, which began at the end of October 2009. If you are reading this, then you will likely be able to reflect back and see how the relationship you have with yourself has made some sizable shifts. Empowerment and authenticity are some of the best results to come out of an intimate courtship with Saturn and we have a whole year of evolution (and revelation) to go before Saturn moves into Scorpio, so keep up the good work.
In the body consciousness work I’m trained in called The Feldenkrais Method, we help people rediscover and use their bones for support and ease of movement because a lot of pain and physical issues come from relying on muscles and ligaments to do what the bones are supposed to do – hold us up in gravity. The bones happen to be ruled by Saturn, and if you think about it, we would be a pile of mush if it weren’t for this important structure. If you haven’t ever really considered the importance of your skeleton, do now, because it is a perfect example of our built in support system. Saturn is exalted in Libra, meaning it does really well here, which makes total sense in the Cosmic Astrology paradigm because Libra is Physical Power.
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September 26th, 2011 - October 3rd, 2011
Weekly Weather Report
by Britt Martin
Forgive my self-absorption, but I neglected to mention the Fall Equinox last week because it was my birthday! I am a 0 degree Libra, and so I was very present to the moment the Sun moved to this pivotal spot, but I “forgot” that it’s a major day for all of us. Luckily, the theme of adjustment was exactly what the Fall Equinox is all about; I just never spoke about it directly. The equinoxes are important demarcations in our consciousness. They, along with the solstices, are the “angles” in the natal chart which are pivotal turning points and so much a part of our physical experience on Earth. In fact, in Cosmic Astrology we see the “cross” of the angles (yes, same as the cross of Christ) as the defining symbol of human existence in 3D reality. I’m just going to let you ponder that rather than explain it for now because it is a LOT to consider.
All of the planetary activity now in the early degrees of Libra is activating the Uranus Pluto square. Isn’t it amazing to see how dysfunction in our social spheres is coming to a head? We have a congress stymied like never before. It just feels to me like they are at a dead end and that governance as we know it just doesn’t work anymore. I do not focus on it too much, because that isn’t my job, but it’s hard to miss the political rumblings and the gears beginning to grind for the 2012 election. I personally am excited to experience whatever is up ahead. If you are in any fear, please continue to work on healing. The Libra energetic of the season is all about physical power and having experiences that help you move from getting something intellectually to really knowing it in your body – that is the “ah-ha moment.” The ah-ha moment is real-I-zation and Libra is all about Self (as in Higher Self) realization.
We have a new Moon at 4 Libra on Tuesday. Be sure to read Anna Chapman’s report. I had such a powerful new Moon experience last month that I am forever changed. I know viscerally now how live-giving it is to be immersed in the dark of the Moon energetic. Monday is not ever a quiet day, because it is when most of us return to work, school and the obligations we have. But it is the day before the new Moon event and the effects of being still, quiet, attuned to our inner, vast realms is the gift of this phase every single month. Finding 15 minutes of the day to release yourself to this energetic is well worth it!! It is something to experience and it is where bliss can happen – you just have to open to it.
This new Moon happens to be opposite Uranus and square Pluto, so it will definitely be dynamic (possibly an understatement). Globally it should be vibrant, too. I can’t even grasp what it may be and that is how it should be. I just feel so much excitement around this whole season. Those of us who are attuned to the pending shifts in a positive way will need to hold the light of positivity for everyone around us who is experiencing turmoil. It has been said so many times, but this is what we have been training for!
Last week, I spoke about the use of mantras and affirmations. I know my mind went into spin-cycle a few times and I had to use mantra to refocus my run-away thoughts. How did you do? Because Uranus and Pluto, the greatest forces we’ve known about in the last 100 years, are activated this week, a major part of what’s happening is all about alchemy and transformation. None of it may make any sense yet, but what is no longer working will be giving way. And because of this, I want to talk about using the Violet Flame.
The Violet Flame is a tool given to us by the Ascended Masters, in particular St. Germaine, as he is the keeper of this transmutational tool. The Violet Flame is the violet ray: pure Source energy stepped down in color form so that we can handle it. Calling on the Violet Flame is literally like putting yourself and your energy field into a burst of intense purple energy. This energy is purifying, to say the least. It turns all of our dense muck back into hi-vibe Love vibration. It’s like taking an energy shower. All you have to do is call on the Violet Flame. Like angels, you must call on it and ask for its service; energy follows intention. Depending on how you are wired, you may see the color, hear, feel or smell the vibration. It is different for everyone. Here is a simple mantra to use:
I am a being of Violet Fire.
I am the purity god desires.
(god can be switched out for your favorite word for the unexplainable force behind all that is.)
St. Germaine is the avatar for the next 2000 plus years. This is one of his gifts to humanity. It is something you must experience to understand, so experiment with it. Whatever floats your boat, this tool will serve you well whenever you feel fear or witness it around you. To know the mantra by heart and at will is worth it, but don’t take my word for it, find out for yourself.
Monday
The Moon is in the last degrees of Virgo and is void all day long. It isn’t technically the dark of the Moon until the Moon enters Libra, but it may feel like a very sleepy and quiet day. It’s definitely a dynamic that lends itself to clearing out clutter, prepping, reorganizing and other such “clearing the decks” activities, so as to be ready for the new cycle up ahead.
Tuesday
The Libra new Moon happens just as we are beginning the day early on the East coast. There is a lot of alchemical healing magic happening as the Sun and Moon travel through the early degrees of any sign these days, what with Neptune, Chiron, and Uranus being in early degrees. Relationships are focal, ever showing the aspects of ourselves we have the hardest time seeing. Allow the new Moon energy to be what it will, but intend for yourself a broad, positive and growth oriented new cycle of personal development/empowerment.
Wednesday
The Moon continues to move through Libra going void at 9:52pm EDT until Midnight. The Sun and Mercury both square Pluto, bringing growth and possible growing pains depending on how willing you are to trust a larger force at work in your life. The last aspect before the Moon goes void is a trine to Neptune. It’s a great evening for tuning in and nurturing your connection to your heart and to your Higher Self. Your intention to connect is what matters.
Thursday
A Scorpio Moon brings our emotional focus into resonance with all of Pluto’s recent activity. Choose Love and take a chance in being authentic and strive to share yourself freely. This doesn’t necessarily mean say everything on your mind; it just means that whatever situation presents itself today that is challenging may be a moment for you to step more fully into being comfortable in your own skin. The Moon squares Mars, so it’s a perfect time to get a handle on your emotional triggers.
Friday
Emotions run a bit erratically with the Moon in Scorpio. There are lots of minor aspects today, all building to the Moon squaring Neptune before going void of course. The past few months have helped us commune with this planet of enlightenment in a whole new way expanding our compassion center and bringing in a more complete understanding of what Love really is. Use this emotionally heightened time to be emotional and get experience of what it is like to allow the energy-in-motion (e-motion) to move and shift your awareness, rather than take over your life.
Saturday
Sagittarius takes over our emotional body in the early, early am and once again we are in new territory. The Moon makes many aspects today, squaring Chiron, trining Uranus and Mars, and sextiling the Sun and Mercury. Sagittarian influence is truth oriented where we often have to confront the aspects of ourselves that are too narrow minded. Expansion is called for to resolve the habits that are limiting the very growth we seek. Check in with your heart center and go beyond the norm today.
Sunday
The Moon travels through Sagittarius all day long without a Moon void period. Venus opposes the planet Eris and some kind of disruption may be at play in our relationships. It’s all for the greater good. Eris throws chaos into the mix in order to upset the status quo. Just keep in mind that change is inevitable and without it we would be bored and life would be static. The Moon trines Saturn, which may give us the authority and stability to handle any curveballs. Yes, you can.
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September 19th, 2011 - September 26th, 2011
Weekly Weather Report
by Britt Martin
It looks like this week may be all about adjustment. Adjustment is the key word typically used with the 150 degree aspect called the inconjunct or quincunx. It is the aspect in between the flow of a trine (120 degrees) and the illumination of an opposition (180 degrees). There are lots of them going on this week. The personal planets are all involved with the inconjunct, in particular Venus and Mars sextiling each other, but both inconjunct Chiron, and thus make a Yod formation, or a Finger of God. The Finger of God is an energetic that requires a choice be made.
When I think of what arises that usually requires adjustment, I can’t help but think of those times when what we want has to give way to what is wanted (little picture to big picture)…It’s that moment when we get that we’ve been struggling to fit a square peg into a round hole. An agenda, our own will, or some fixed idea blocked our ability to see that the hole was round in the first place and we MUST adapt, modify, rectify… shift. Continue
