Sun Opposition Neptune and Sun Square Jupiter: Dream Big, but Be Careful of being Disillusioned
On Monday, September 9th, the Sun in Virgo both squares Jupiter in Sagittarius and opposes Neptune in Pisces. Jupiter is the planet of expansion, optimism, and good fortune. Neptune is the planet of dreams, ideals, and illusions. Both planets are in their “home sign”, meaning they are able to fully execute their duties and wishes because they are in very strong positions. Squares indicate friction that results in some sort of challenge. With the Sun Squaring Jupiter, there is potential for taking on too much, being overly optimistic, or spending too much money. Oppositions indicate opposing viewpoints. When a planet is opposite another planet, they are literally taking on opposite perspectives, creating extreme discomfort. Finding the middle ground might be needed, but oftentimes oppositions indicate that a choice be made. You can’t always have your cake and eat it too. All of these dreamy and enthusiastic aspects might boil down to having a dream, but perhaps being in certain circumstances that aren’t conducive to obtaining what it is that you actually want. With Jupiter in the mix, take care not to make rash decisions or take on more than you can chew. There’s a sense of seeing the light at the end of the tunnel, but not being close enough to be in the light or to feel it. Maybe you’re finding yourself wanting to take a leap of faith or to take shortcuts, trying to find a way to speed your progress up to get there sooner- to reach the light and feel it on your skin sooner- perhaps before you’re ready. Take care not to get carried away. Let this energy inspire you, but make sure you work towards these dreams in a slow steady manner. Mars trine Saturn can help you with a slow and steady approach.
Mars Trine Saturn: Slow and Steady
Mars, the planet of what we want, makes a lovely trine to Saturn, the planet of hard work and endurance, on Monday, September 9th as well. Mars rules our motivations, our energy levels, and the way we take action. Mars can be a cutting energy as its main goal is to individuate and to separate ourselves from the group so that we can accomplish what it is that we want. Saturn, on the other hand, can sometimes indicate delays, setbacks, and plain old hard work. Saturn can also be a grounding force and have a “back to reality” feeling. With Mars trining Saturn, there is an opportunity to take slow action and to be successful through careful planning. This will be helpful in containing and directing the extreme enthusiasm that might result with the Sun squaring Jupiter and opposing Neptune so that it doesn’t get out of control. Mars in Virgo, more specifically, might have you focused on the details, on health routines, or on being of service to others in some way. Saturn in its home sign of Capricorn means that Saturn can execute his goals easily and more readily. With this Trine, he wants to ground and bring you back to the “reality” of the world, helping you plan your actions for the long-haul so that it is sustainable and long-lasting.
Mercury Trine Pluto: Be Painstakingly Honest
Mercury, the planet of communication and the mind, is also making a lovely Trine to Pluto, the planet of transformation, crisis, depth, and deep passion. Mercury is also in his home sign of Virgo, meaning he is able to function very well. He is aware of the details and is especially discerning and honest. This Trine provides an opportunity to communicate with others with depth and deep, discerning honesty. Sometimes honesty can be awkward, painful, and hard, but this trine indicates that communications will go smoothly and will be rewarding. If you’ve been aiming to have an authentic conversation with someone to solve a problem or relational issue, this would be a good time. You may find yourself connecting deeply on an intellectual level with someone or perhaps someone else is changing your mind or your philosophy of life. It could also be a good time to be honest with yourself, getting to your psychological roots, and diving deep into your own thoughts and your own mind. Take out your journal on this day. Think about what it is you really want and make a detailed plan. The energies support this naturally.