Conscious Choice: Breaking Out of Everyday Thinking

October 2007 | Starwatch

Breaking Out of Everyday Thinking

By James Jarvis, M.A.

Jupiter in Sagittarius squares Uranus 10/4-14 and sextiles Neptune in Aquarius 10/24-11/3 helping you break out of the mold of everyday thinking so that a higher vision of your purpose can be attained. Try bypassing the rational mind using drawing, trance work, hypnosis, or dream work. This will allow you to access breakthrough insights and deeper layers of knowing that can bring forth an expanded vision of who you are.

Mars in Cancer sextile Saturn in Virgo 10/5-12 signifies strong will and the ability to persevere. With Mars/Saturn you can focus your will power and achieve highly productive results. The challenge is to not drive yourself too hard by being attached to the outcome of whatever you are trying to accomplish.

Traditional images of Venus in Virgo, 10/7-11/8, are the spinster, the chaste woman, and the celibate! 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?

On 10/10 at 10:01 p.m. a new Moon cycle begins at 17 degrees Libra. With the New Moon in Libra you have an opportunity to learn how to come into balance through diet, creating balance between your work and play and through balancing your need for independence and autonomy with your need for intimate relationships with others.

Mercury goes retrograde 10/11-11/1 at 9 degrees Scorpio (8:53 p.m.) moving back into Libra, 10/25-11/11. Use Mercury in Scorpio to tell the microscopic truth. The simple act of telling the truth can release suppressed energy that has prevented you from being intimate with loved ones.

Chiron in Aquarius, retrograde since 5/20, goes direct again 10/19 at 10 degrees of Aquarius bringing up issues of alienation for healing. Each of us has to deal with becoming our own person despite what others feel, want or think. With Chiron direct in Aquarius, it’s time to heal any wounding you may have around not fitting in.

The Sun shifts into Scorpio on 10/23 at 12:16 p.m. The Scorpio principle involves the descent into darkness to transform the ego and to emerge as a powerful bearer of light. Our job in Scorpio is to be role models for others in the highest use of passion and power.

With the full moon at 2 degrees Taurus on 10/25 at 9:5 p.m., the emphasis is on listening to the needs of your body. Use the full moon in Taurus to get in touch with your needs for touch, sensuality, being in nature, and taking care of your body.

For Sun, Moon and Rising Signs

Aries 3/21-4/20
Torn between responsibilities on the job and your significant relationships? The smart choice is to focus on relationship. Creating peace and harmony with others now will build support for your career goals.

Taurus 4/21-5/21
You are more sensitive than usual to issues of equality and justice this month. Your words have tremendous force behind them so remember to temper your directness with compassion and diplomacy.

Gemini 5/22-6/20
Are you having a hard time being patient with those who can’t keep up the pace with you intellectually? You are being challenged to learn how to be present, to the point and diplomatic all at the same time.

Cancer 6/21-7/20
You are being asked to reveal more of your vulnerability and sensitivity this month. See if your crab shell is preventing people from getting close or allowing them in to nurture and care for you.

Leo 7/21-8/22
Caught between being authentic and the desire to be accepted by others? The thing to remember is that you can have both. Don’t compromise yourself and your
integrity—that will be appreciated by everyone.

Virgo 8/23-9/22
Feeling like one foot is on the brake and the other is on the gas? If so, it’s time to look at whatever unconscious beliefs are holding you back. Listen to the words that you speak for repetitive limiting thoughts.

Libra 9/23-10/22
The new moon in Libra 10/10 emphasizes the need for inner and outer balance. Are you getting enough alone time or are you always on the go? Try to incorporate activities that include beauty and healing.

Scorpio 10/22-11/21
You have an opportunity to uncover core beliefs this month. Notice if you hear any negative beliefs coming up that don’t serve you. The beliefs may be about being overly responsible vs. having fun.

Sagittarius 11/22-12/20
Visibility is key to getting your message to the masses. You are graced with high energy and a desire to share your wisdom. Find your passion and then find folks who you can communicate your ideas to.

Capricorn 12/21-1/20
Exhausted your emotional reserves? Even Capricorns have a limit to how much they can drive themselves before exhaustion sets in. Put your emotional needs first and re-fill your cup with what nurtures you.

Aquarius 1/21-2/18
Have you been putting off changes in the work arena? If so, it’s time to take charge and implement the changes you are seeking. Self-initiation now prevents being surprised by someone else’s changes later!

Pisces 2/19-3/20
You see the highest in those around you this month. Your job is to remind them of their beauty but not to rescue them if they can’t see it for themselves. Service work would be an excellent outlet for this energy.

James Jarvis, M.A., is a master astrologer, transpersonal counselor and professional life coach. For sessions in Seattle call toll-free (800) 587-6002, or visit www.lifeqwest.com.

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