Conscious Choice Seattle: Looking for Harmony on Vacation

August 2005 | Starwatch

Looking for Harmony on Vacation—and Home

By James Jarvis, M.A.

August is the month that many of us take vacations. Sometimes on vacation, though, we’re so busy that we don’t have time to soak up the beauty all around us. The good news is we can create this beauty and harmony even without vacating. Start by taking time to beautify your everyday environment. You will feel more harmonious and benefit from the healing power of beauty all year.

Focusing your will is the task as Mars in Taurus challenges Saturn in Leo Aug. 1-2 The good news is this transit presents an opportunity to concentrate your will for accomplishment. The bad news is that Mars/Saturn sometimes creates frustration or feelings of being blocked.

With the new moon at 12º Leo on Aug. 4 at 8:05 p.m., it’s time to celebrate your inner child. The inner child is the source of your creativity, spontaneity and enthusiasm. Bring a sense of play into your life by being willing to let go of seriousness and self-consciousness.

Letting go of judgment is the theme when Venus in Virgo squares Pluto in Sagittarius Aug. 9 and 10. The tendency with Venus/Pluto is to be attached to outcome and to being right.

When Mars in Taurus sextiles Uranus in Pisces from Aug. 12-16 you’re being asked to push the envelope a bit. Mars/Uranus energy is good when you have to be daring or audacious in your work or home life. Let Mars and Uranus help you to take risks and move beyond what you once thought was possible.

When Venus occupies Libra Aug. 16-Sept. 11 you have an opportunity to express your creativity and passion by manifesting beauty and harmony in your world. This is a wonderful time to reconnect to the feminine through art, music, dance or design. It is a time for communing with the harmonious vibrations of the natural world.

The Aquarius full moon Aug. 19 will heighten your desire to find the "tribe" or community that supports and nourishes your vision.

With Mars in Leo square Neptune in Aquarius Aug. 25-30 we gain a deeper understanding of the power of surrender. Surrendering our personal will in the past was seen as a sign of weakness and submission. In the new millennium, however, surrender to divine will is actually an empowering experience. As we get our personalities out of the way we can invite grace into our lives.

For Sun, Moon and Rising Signs

LEO (JULY 21-AUG. 22)
The new moon in Leo Aug. 4 brings you unexpected opportunities this month. What seems like luck is really being in the right place at the right time. Let your light shine fully so others can appreciate your gifts.

VIRGO (AUG. 23-SEPT. 22)
There is a need for independence in your relationships. Are you getting enough time for yourself? Know that independence needs are up. Take stock and do some things for yourself.

LIBRA (SEPT. 23-OCT. 22)
You have a strong desire for growth and expansion. There could even be a little impatience or frustration as you seek to move ahead. Use this energy to take the lead in community events you support.

SCORPIO (OCT. 22-NOV. 21)
Emotions are running strong this month. You are sensitive to what others are feeling and doing around you. Make sure you check things out with others first before jumping to conclusions.

SAGITTARIUS (NOV. 11-DEC. 20)
Are you feeling the need to expand your mind? If so, then it’s time to participate in activities that broaden your perspective. Reading, studying, researching or meditating all will get you closer to the truth.

CAPRICORN (DEC. 21-JAN. 20)
You are learning to trust your inner authority more and more. You’ve always been competent on the outer, practical level. Now you are being asked to develop your inner authority as a source of guidance.

AQUARIUS (JAN. 21-FEB. 18)
The full moon in Aquarius Aug. 19 heightens your desire to communicate to the masses. If you’ve been doing any writing now is the time to get it out. Your perspective is unique and very much needed.

PISCES (FEB. 19-MARCh 20)
Discipline is a word not usually associated with Pisces. "Go with the flow" is more of the Pisces motto. Incorporating more structure or discipline now, though, will yield amazing results.

ARIES (MARCH 21 to APRIL 20)
Building your resources is the focus this month. Your will is strong. Do the work to bring creative projects into fruition. The form and structure necessary for this will be revealed.

TAURUS (APRIL 21-MAY 21)
Communicating with others, particularly with women friends, is highlighted. There’s a lot going on emotionally and having good listeners is imperative. Be honest about what’s really going on.

GEMINI (MAY 22-JUNE 20)
You are learning to let your light shine more fully. Being mindful about negative self-talk is valuable right now. You are reviewing and letting go of past imprinting that no longer serves you.

CANCER (JUNE 21-JULY 20)
If you are feeling a little confused now it’s not surprising. Confusion is just an opportunity to get outside you normal mindset. Gain clarity by engaging your right brain through meditation and visualization.

James Jarvis, M.A. is a master astrologer, transpersonal counselor and professional life coach. To contact James, call toll-free (866) 454-8199, Email or visit www.lifequest.com.

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