Conscious Choice Seattle: Creating Inner Peace and Harmony

September 2006 | Starwatch

Creating Inner Peace and Harmony

By James Jarvis, M.A.

With the Sun, Mercury, Venus and Mars in Libra this month there is a strong urge to create harmony, balance and peace. Cultivating inner peace will create more satisfaction in your life and will contribute to an outwardly more peaceful world.

Jupiter in Scorpio novile (40 degrees) Pluto in Sagittarius Sept. 1-8, provides the fuel for changes in mass consciousness. With Jupiter/Pluto aspects you become aware of the need to balance emotion (Scorpio) with wisdom (Sagittarius). Jupiter/Pluto asks you to transform your beliefs by stepping back to gain a larger perspective.

Mars in Virgo semi-square Jupiter in Scorpio Sept. 4-8 is like the warrior going on a crusade in support of a lofty vision. Since Mars is in an earth sign, representing grounded action, this is the perfect time to work on projects that speak to your highest ideals.

Traditional images of Venus in Virgo, Sept. 6-30, are the spinster, the chaste woman and the celibate (if you can believe it). In Greek mythology, though, Virgo represented the vestal virgins—sacred temple priestesses who tended the eternal flame. Venus’ transit in Virgo gives you the opportunity to see how you’re manifesting your love energy. Are you repressing it, denying your own needs? Is your sexuality part of your spiritual path or is it separate from it?

Jupiter in Scorpio in challenging aspect to Neptune in Aquarius Sept. 19-29 helps you break out of the mold of everyday thinking. Try bypassing the rational mind using drawing, trance work, hypnosis or dream work.

The Sun moves into Libra on Sept. 22, the day of the autumnal equinox. Our job in the sign of Libra is to be peacemakers.

When Venus occupying it’s own sign of Libra Sept. 30-Oct. 24 you have an opportunity to express your passion for peace and harmony in your inner world. As you make your own world more peaceful, that inner peace is felt by your loved ones and by the collective.

For Sun, Moon and Rising Signs

Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22
You are being asked to discover your core values particularly in relationship to long-range goals. Maybe there’s a dream you have that requires a little “tightening of the belt” to achieve. Making the sacrifice now will move you closer to your dream.

Scorpio Oct. 22-Nov. 21
What’s the last thing a warrior wants to do? Surrender, of course, and that’s what is being asked of you right now. Even though it doesn’t seem as powerful as strong will, surrendering your attachment to outcome enables grace to flow into your life.

Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 20
Enthusiasm is probably the greatest gift of Sagittarians as you’re known for your role as “cosmic cheerleaders.” Have you been doing your job recently? If not, find some folks who need inspiration. It will be a blessing to both them and you.

Capricorn Dec. 21-Jan. 20
You may feel like you’re being pulled in two directions at the same time. One way to decide which direction to take is to see which direction gives you the most joy. Since duty and responsibility is your mantra this will test your natural inclination.

Aquarius Jan. 21-Feb. 18
Is travel on your horizon? If not, maybe it should be as there’s an energy that wants to get moving within you. If you’re not planning on traveling then this energy may play out in the workplace. What can you do that will satisfy your strong need for change?

Pisces Feb. 19-March 20
How many times have people told you that you’re too dreamy? Little do they know that’s the key to the way you manifest things. Use your ability to dream now to discover not only what your big vision is but how to turn it into concrete reality.

Aries March 21- April 20
You are learning to express your power more skillfully in relationship. Letting go of attachments to being right will help a lot. Using your will to focus on shared dreams instead of your own desires makes things flow more gracefully.

Taurus April 21- May /21
Somewhere between sacrificing your needs and giving others “a piece of your mind” is the truth. Try to distinguish when you’re serving others out of obligation and when you truly want to serve. Saying no helps you honor your own boundaries.

Gemini May 22- June 20
Your mind may be overwhelmed with new information. Download some of these ideas that are flooding in through writing them down. This stills your mind so you can check in with your feeling nature to discover which ideas are worth pursuing.

Cancer June 21-July 20
This is the perfect time to review your vision for your work. Are you satisfied with what you’re doing or is there some discontent? Your practical nature can combine with your vision now to determine exactly what steps are necessary to move forward.

Leo July 21-Aug. 22
Your mind is able to grasp the big picture now and it’s important to communicate your ideas with others. The main challenge is that they might have to run just to keep up with you. Slowing down, being in the present and exercising patience helps.

Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. /22
Just because you’ve got an analytical bent doesn’t mean intuition isn’t important. There is a healing going on this month as you learn to trust your intuitive knowing. Don’t worry…people won’t think you’re too “far-out” if you can’t explain everything.

James Jarvis, M.A. is a master astrologer, transpersonal counselor and professional life coach. For info on James’ services, visit www.lifeqwest.com or call toll-free (866) 454-8199.

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