February 28/29: The Sun in ecliptic conjunction to Neptune and the North America Nebula emphasizes the drama in our lives, making us reach extremes of transcendence and deception

     Once a year, the Sun transits conjunct the farthest gaseous planet, Neptune, starting a new cycle of angular relationships between them. As the start of a cycle is actually the seed of the potential to be developed later, it is important to determine the conditions of that moment to make an estimate of its consequences.

     However, the symbolism inherent in the combination of  both celestial bodies is always present in all astrological cycles... The Sun represents our consciousness, our identity, our ego and has a realistic approach to circumstances. Neptune, on the other hand, is associated with the transcendent part of life, whether through imagination, spirituality, psychology, art, altruism, social commitment, or, in a negative sense, through false expectations, deceptions, disappointments, sacrifice, victimization and evasion. The Sun and Neptune have contrasting astrological meanings, which can balance their respective trends, creating a counterweight between realism and imagination, between ego and spirituality, ultimately generating a transcendent consciousness. But they  can also interfere with each other, creating false expectations, strong delusions, inflated egos and psychotic tendencies. Where goes the combination Sun / Neptune on this occasion?

     In 2016, the Sun and Neptune begin their annual period in ecliptic conjunction to the North America Nebula, a vast star-forming region in the constellation Cygnus, the Swan. This one is a unique event because it will not be repeated in 165 years ... This nebula, whose silhouette vaguely suggests the form of the northern part of the American continent, is characterized by having a relative strong brightness, contrasting visually with the dark dust clouds around  in photographs. Therefore, any factor associated with the North America Nebula tends to stand out, to be obvious, to be promoted.

     The fact that the Sun / Neptune conjunction happens with the North America Nebula as a backdrop implies that both positive and negative manifestations of this combination will become obvious. Many frauds and deceptions, both personally and politically, will come to light. In particular, political propaganda, which promotes false ideals to win votes at the expense of people's illusions, will be exacerbated without any doubt. But the falsity of claims will also be exposed. In the art world, this conjunction coincides with the delivery of the Oscars, which promises a memorable event, as bright as the North America Nebula, since Neptune rules the film industry ... but we must not rule out some disappointments. Other manifestations and artistic events worldwide can participate in the splendor indicated by this astrological combination during the days to come.

     Beyond the artistic or political glamor exposed in the media, typical of the combination Sun / Neptune, this trend may act as a very effective distraction to divert the public's attention from serious problems, indicated by the preceding conjunction Ceres / Neptune a few days ago (see related article in the Galactic Guide). Among them we can mention pollution, the refugee crisis, political fraud and social, financial and public health problems... nothing new.  On a more positive sense, it is possible that, with their tendency to illuminate, the Sun and the North America Nebula will expose these problems and bring out the way forward to find effective solutions, generating more awareness of the problems humanity is facing... Insanity and delusion might be accentuated, or perhaps they will disappear abruptly, letting us see reality as it is and not as we would like it to be. And all this will happen in our minds, of course.

     On a more personal level, the Sun / Neptune / North America Nebula combination indicates an excellent time to develop our creativity, out of the routine of everyday life. While some people might take this as a pretext for evasion, it is possible to use imagination creatively to give it a realistic approach and manifest externally, avoiding ideas to remain idle in our brains. Meditative or psychoanalytic activities can bring to light important insights that can change the course of our lives. It is an ideal moment to transcend our personal ego and channel our energies towards important goals that transcend our little aversions, preferences and attachments. It is important to express positively our good ideas and talents as well as to avoid exaggeration, egocentric displays and vain, dramatic exhibitions.

    The need to give a transcendent framework to our lives will predominate, whether engulfing our minds on deception and inflated, false egos or deploying the resources of our imagination and creativity. And it's us, not the North America Nebula nor any other, who will decide which direction to follow... Get ready for the spectacle, because in any case, we are the protagonists of our own lives and  the dramatic tones will be highlighted.

Enjoy the show!

Carlos Duarte
Research Astrologer

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February 21/22: Neptune and Ceres conjunct the North America Nebula expose serious damage to nature, inviting us to transform the patterns of abuse into an ecological awareness

  
     Every 5 years or so, Neptune and Ceres renew their synodic cycle, which means that they are in ecliptic conjunction, with their relative positions in the same degree of the tropical zodiac. This is a significant event astrologically, not only because it is rare, but because the archetypal connection of both celestial bodies involved is particularly intense.


A myth rooted in abuse

     Mythology brings us the story of Demeter and Poseidon, the Greek gods who are the equivalent of Ceres and Neptune in Rome. After experiencing the abduction of her daughter Persephone, Demeter began a painstaking search to locate her. Amid this, Poseidon courts and is rejected by Demeter, who, to escape the sea god's siege, transforms into a mare. But Poseidon discovers her, tranforming into a horse, and finally rapes her. From that moment on, the goddess of nature manifests as "Demeter the Fury", outraged by such an event.

     That's how the myth's story goes. In fact, as mentioned by the writer and myth expert Robert Graves in his book The Greek Myths, Volume 1, it seems to describe a Helenic invasion of Arcadia in Greece, in the times in which Greek culture was experiencing a slow and painful transition from a matriarchal to a patriarchal system. The Hellenic leaders, worshipers of Poseidon, took over the temples of Demeter in the area, where she was worshiped as a horse-head goddess. The title "Demeter the Fury" certainly refers to the feeling of outrage among locals, who were forced to change their worship and customs. Although this event took place thousands of years ago, the Greek culture remains an important source of our civilization, and such traumatic events are still fresh in the collective unconscious, since its consequences have not been modified, but rather recycled over the centuries under different scenarios.

     In short, the reference to the Demeter / Poseidon combination points to the use of force, abuse and resentment. Although it's not the only mythological reference to such savage customs, nor the only possible manifestation of the archetypal relationship, it confronts us with the destructive impulses of human beings and their consequences. Thus, when Ceres and Neptune (the celestial bodies) are in conjunction, starting a new cycle, they emphasizie a new opportunity, either to repeat the same patterns of power and abuse that have been going on for centuries, or to take a new direction.


Damage to nature and environmental awareness

     The issues raised in this regard are definitely related to the crisis of our civilization and its sick relationship with nature. Ceres represents the biosphere, while Neptune is associated with all that is artificial. Therefore, the combination of both celestial bodies shows the critical condition in which global pollution and destruction of ecosystems is nowadays, including the reaction of outrage from those who have an ecological consciousness.

    The pattern is the same as  it was four thousand years ago. The difference is that now our planet is full of garbage, and humans have triggered a mass extinction.

     The conjunction of Neptune and Ceres happens in the same degree of the zodiac in which we find the North America Nebula, an emission nebula in the northern constellation Cygnus, the Swan. This nebula is so named because its shape suggests the outline of North America, with its "Gulf of Mexico" and "Florida." The main characteristic of this nebula is that it's very bright, contrasting sharply with other regions of ionized gas and dust clouds around. Therefore, it represents exposure, visibility. Any factor associated with this nebula gets highlighted, exposed, as if it was at the very center of a stage, with spotlights on.  And, in astrological terms, light means awareness.

     Therefore, this astrological combination implies an increase in environmental awareness: it will be impossible to ignore the destruction around us. And although there have always been such events in human history, any abuses taking place around the start of this new cycle Ceres / Neptune, a few weeks before or after, will acquire a particularly intense hue. As an example, the case of the baby dolphin that was taken from the sea in Argentina and killed by a crowd that wanted to take selfies with him,  is very significant in this respect. And there are many more, and will be for sure other cases like this, we will know about them in the news of the coming weeks!


Demeter the Fury

     However, the crucial thing here is our reaction to these incidents, and how we modify our behavior in this regard. As the conjunction occurs in the zodiacal sign of Pisces, a Neptunian territory, we can see this conjunction as the indicator of a strong crisis, where the damage caused by pollution, abuse, intolerance and unconsciousness is emphasized. We will see parading before our eyes extreme news about humanitarian disasters: refugees being abused, nature being destroyed, social injustice, deteriorating economies, extreme pollution, death of innocent animals and ignorance gaining strength.

    Perhaps humans have to reach these extremes in order to react.  "Demeter´s fury" will certainly be expressed through public outrage about disastrous events, but we are approaching a point at which this reaction should go beyond a simple demonstration. Action is needed, both collectively and individually, to stop destruction. To stay passively watching the world being destroyed is equivalent to actively participate in this process. The fury of the goddess can and must be transformed into action, questioning, changing attitudes, not only at a social level, but within each individual.


North America Nebula: a symbol of destructive capitalism

    What can be done? We can change our habits, try to be properly informed on how to live without polluting. We can become aware of how our consumption habits support this destructive machinery, we can endorse movements that hinder the greed of companies that promote indiscriminate profit ... Maybe these destructive corporations are also  symbolized by the North America Nebula, considering that most of the concentration of capital that produces this damage is precisely in this region of the Earth.

      The North America Nebula can also symbolize, in its most negative manifestation, the voracity of the capitalist machinery that destroys anything in order to have gains. Ultimately, the most destructive factor in the Neptunian scheme is ignorance:  the veil that we have before our eyes and that alienates our mind through distractions that keep us from seeing reality. But once a person wakes up, there is no way back.

   Whether we support nature, or are against it, there are no midpoints. Wherever we live on Earth, and whatever our decision, our attitude will be highlighted and obvious. Every individual on this small planet has a responsibility about it. This is the scheme that will predominate in the five years to come, until the next conjunction Neptune / Ceres in 2021. Will we arrive to that date even more damaged and polluted, or during these next five years we will be able to make the necessary shift to save us from drowning in a sea of garbage and destruction?

    The answer is in our hands.

Carlos Duarte
Research Astrologer

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February 28/March 1st : Mercury ends its retrograde period conjunct star cluster M30, indicating an individualistic environment with communication difficulties; the Sun and galaxy M49 attract attention with intensity, and galaxy M106 confronts us with outdated ideologies tha need to be renewed

February 28/March 1st : The Sun is conjunct the North America Nebula, in parallel to Mars and contra parallel to galaxy M49. This combination is extremely powerful and represents a trend of competition, assertiveness and the tendency to attract other people´s attention. The Sun, no doubt , imposes its presence due to its extreme brightness. But combined with the M49 galaxy, it tends to further notoriety. M49 is a giant galaxy, which is the brightest of the Virgo cluster, its cosmic neighborhood. What's more, Mars, a planet famous by its self-assertion ways, is involved through a powerful parallel in this astrological combination. Therefore, it is an excellent day to draw attention to the issues that we need to promote; they will hardly go unnoticed . The North America Nebula, in the constellation Cygnus, is also very bright...

     This trend is ideal for project promotion, creative/artistic activity, spectacles and demonstrations of all kinds, which will certainly find considerable recognition. But, if you are looking for attention in a purely egocentric way, or you act as an exhibitionist at all costs, the effect will definitely be negative: a blatant, public and embarrassing rejection. Public confrontations should be avoided; try not to stress too much situations if resistance is shown. Moreover, it is likely an increase of violence in situations where rudeness prevails and there is little rationality... However, this astrological combination may be great for sporting competitions events or likewise .

          It is important to avoid aggression, as there are other astrological events that indicate that we must deal with rather stressful tendencies. Mercury ends its retrograde period (finally!), being stationary in conjunction with star cluster M30, and parallel to the Eagle Nebula (M16 ). When Mercury changes direction (although this is only an optical illusion), it  always coincides with communication and everyday life problems. But this time, the fact that this happens in conjunction with M30 indicates the need to address deeper problems. M30 is a highly compressed globular cluster located in the constellation of Capricorn, whose gravitational core has collapsed due to the enormous pressure from its stars. This symbolizes disorder, anarchy, disagreements, as the order that structures collective coexistence is broken.

     However, very few collisions have been detected among M30´s stars. This implies indifference. Thus, everyone has their own truth and it is difficult to get along with others. Therefore, this trend favors concentration on individual projects. This is not a good time to convince anyone of anything, but rather to act and think in an individualistic way. This can be used to focus on personal issues that have been neglected, ignored or that have been hindered by Mercury retrograde, during the last three weeks. Moreover, Mercury is in parallel with the Eagle Nebula (M16), abundant in O -type stars, whose high temperature symbolizes an ideological emphasis on religious, artistic, spiritual or scientific fields -the higher mind. This indicates progress in these fields, especially in terms of research. From this perspective, the worst thing one can do now is to have ideological confrontations, because they only lead to trouble. We´ll have to wait for another time to convince others of  (our) scientific, spiritual, political or other kind of truth.

      What's more, the Sun moves a little farther into the zodiac, trining Jupiter and passing in opposition to spiral galaxy M106. This combination enhances the conflictive mood, as it emphasizes traditionalist ideologies, particularly religious ones. How is this possible? M106 is a galaxy with many unique features, but two of them draw our attention in this astrological combination. One is that, despite being a fertile galaxy, it contains a "fossil " arm, in which the hydrogen has been depleted, and therefore, cannot produce more stars. This is equivalent to say that it is a window to the past, to ideas or situations that have not evolved or have remained intact for a long time: traditions or ideologies with an ancient perspective, conservative and/or outdated .

     Furthermore, M106 has one of the densest concentrations of matter in the known universe: 36 million solar masses contained in only 1/24 of a light-year. This symbolizes density, strength, but also stubbornness and obsession. In sum, this indicates stubbornness and obsessions with traditional views. The Sun in opposition indicates that circumstances foster the demonstration of overly conservative viewpoints, which are out of context in the present. Jupiter, associated with religion , knowledge and ideologies, as well as international relations, just magnifies this effect with its large size and huge magnetic field. In this sense, confrontations are needed, both personally and internationally, to balance obsolete points of view that need to be renewed because they harm development. This implies discussions, fights and arguments.

     As it can be seen, it is a difficult atmosphere, but being aware of this may enable us to decide whether we get hooked in these processes or just contemplate them as a passing reality. And in the best of cases, we can use them for our benefit, drawing people´s attention to promote our worthwile projects, focusing the mind on personal business, or looking for a needed renovation for this flow releasing the excessive weight of the past. ..

      The decision is yours, astrological knowledge is now in your hands... And get ready for the nearly simultaneous retrograde Saturn, Mars and Vesta, in the next two days! We will discuss this in another article in the Galactic Guide, right here and in Twitter and Facebook :

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Carlos Duarte

Research Astrologer

November 17 /18: Mercury and Galaxy Centaurus A overcome barriers to communication , Mars , Ceres and the Great Orion Nebula (M42) enhance productivity, Chiron and the North America Nebula put symptoms in evidence for healing

November 17 /18: Mercury, now in direct motion, is in ecliptic conjunction to Centaurus A and the Moon's North Node. Within a week of having finished its retrograde period, Mercury repeats the conjunctions it made to several galaxies in the past few weeks, but now in the opposite direction. The turn now is for Centaurus A, a galaxy with a strong emission of radio waves, emphasizing communication with Mercury´s transit. However, Centaurus A has a dense cloud of dust  passing right through its center, thus representing obstacles, as it blocks the light flow... Hence, this can be interpreted as an opportunity to overcome communication problems that have plagued humanity in previous weeks. In any case, this is a good moment for removing the barriers to the proper functioning of things, including household appliances, business projects, relationship difficulties, stagnant creative ideas... It is an ideal day to confront and overcome obstacles with relative ease ... Don´t miss this opportunity!

     Mars is in parallel to Ceres and contra parallel to M42, the Great Nebula in Orion. This  indicates a highly productive combination, focused on promoting emerging projects and on ing them the necessary attention. Martian energy, which is usually somewhat aggressive, is channeled now by two gret mothers: Ceres, the largest minor planet in the solar system, and M42, one of the most fertile areas of the galaxy in terms of star creation... This indicates a very productive frequency, ideal for pushing forward any type of work, especially if it is related to plants, nutrition, food, children, animals, nature and protection issues. Children and / or symbolic children will tend to be more demanding at the beginning of this week. Also any project that is in its early stages, like a child demanding attention and support. Concentration in the development of these symbolic " children " promises to give good results, so we need to be properly organized in order to energize our work and have a week full of prosperity ...

     Chiron ends its retrograde period and stays stationary conjunct the North America Nebula and in parallel to star cluster M14. This has the connotation of traumatic events that are put in evidence in order to be healed. The North America is very bright and is strongly enhanced with compared to its surroundings, hence the tendency to put things in evidence. On the other hand, M14 is a globular cluster of old stars, many of them variables, and is of elongated shape, an indicator that it has received strong external gravitational influence, symbolizing traumatic events or interactions. Chiron exposes its wounds and makes them conscious so they can heal faster. On the physical plane, it is possible that some symptoms will become more pronounced ths week, and this would be an indicator that the healing process is effective, not the opposite. Analyze carefully the manifestation of the disease and be guided by it for the prescription of an appropriate therapy .

     In the emotional and mental plane, it is a good time for insights and exploring precisely those areas of our personality that have more traumas, complexes, insecurity, theweak points... Talking about them will start the healing process. To keep things hidden will hinder a positive resolution. To express emotional issues will keep the flow of life and will be quite liberating. This astrological mix suggests the need to pay attention to underdeveloped parts of our being, showing clearly where we are dissatisfied  especially in matters of personal independence... That's our work ,  to give some space to marginalized parts of our being and to integrate them into our lives... Finally, with Chiron's educational modality , this combination is excellent for studying, taking tests, make presentations, do research, etc. . But for the internal policies of education in most countries or schools and universities, this reflects serious problems and disagreements, a widespread discontent with the overall education system, which will be strongly manifested and only will resolve over the next six months, before Chiron retrogrades again.

    I wish you a very productive week, overcoming barriers to communication and healing important areas of your life! I invite you to visit the Galactic Guide on Facebook and Twitter during the week, where you will find comments about deep space astrological trends and events :

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Carlos Duarte
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October 28/29: Pluto, Chiron, star cluster M70 and the North America Nebula activate the transformation of outdated formulas, opening the gates to personal and social regeneration

October 28/29: Pluto is conjunct globular cluster M70 and sextile to Chiron and the North America Nebula. This probably represents the main trend of the week and probably of the month. Although it peaks in exactness today (28/29 ), it has been taking shape for about two weeks, and will remain active for another two. The extended period of influence of this astrological combination is explained by the fact it is formed by two slow planets, and this is means a prolonged, more profound effect. The processes to which this trend is associated are as important, and are already being manifested at a personal and at a collective level.


Conflictive but regenerative atmosphere that highlights marginalized elements

       M70 is a globular cluster with a gravitational core collapse, which implies difficult relations between its stars, a disorganized or conflicting interaction. However, M70 has only two variable stars, giving it a connotation of stability and firmness. The combination of these qualities involves a lot of instability in the social sphere, especially with slow transit of Pluto, which is profoundly transforming the current benchmarks of society. The present organization is not functioning properly, the atmosphere tends to disagreement, yet there is firmness or persistence. Solutions may be difficult to achieve among rebellion and stubbornness...

     Fortunately, we have Chiron involved with Pluto, as it placed at 60° from it in the tropical zodiac. Chiron, which is usually given difficult and painful astrological connotations, is currently in ecliptic conjunction to the North America Nebula, a combination that strongly highlights and exhibits social and personal wounds. Chiron often feels rejected, isolated, and the brightness of the North America Nebula brings to light the marginalized elements of personality or society. With Pluto's strength, however, it is possible to heal through the integration of those marginalized elements, addressing their needs. Collectively, of course, due to lack of awareness, will continue to generate atrocities in different parts of the world, mass manipulation, disruptive protests, tragic deaths and major injuries to nature and human beings. Such is the destructive force of Pluto combined with Chiron. But everything has a positive side on it and this astrological combination also brings us the possibility of healing through regeneration, a necessary purge that eliminates harmful or obsolete elements that block development.


Leading changes consciously through healing, research, teaching

     Those who are weak and resistant to change are more likely to be swept away by the Plutonian flow, that works as a eliminator of old stuff. We must be strong and encourage changes consciously as we see them coming. However, at the individual level we can do much more through our own awareness of these processes. Individual consciousness is the solution (symbolized by Uranus in Aries at 90° from Pluto) , so it is important to know about things and not let ourselves be alienated in samsara or the static caused by the information overload of our time ... (TV , internet, etc. . ). The healing energy will mainly benefit those engaged in the medical profession or any kind of therapy, whether physical or psychological. Diagnostics can be profound, in order to see the real roots of problems and then see where the changes need to be implemented. Certain diseases, if left by themselves may actually worsen, so it's time to intervene appropriately. Depending on the case, success can be achieved in detox therapies, psychoanalysis , rebirth, cell regeneration, and those that involve a reorganization of the body's metabolism.

      The other areas in which this trend can have a positive influence are research and teaching. Pluto's depth mixed with Chiron's wisdom, the persistence and questioning of M70 and the exposure of the North America Nebula can result in great research and great classes. The revelations obtained can be ,  somewhat disturbing, however, but knowledge in itself is greatly favored. Psychologically, this is an excellent time to heal emotional wounds of all kinds. We should give attention to areas that have been neglected, postponed, abandoned or denied for too long. Now is the time to find a solution, to provide care for them, and to develop their potential. If we don't do this voluntarily, it is possible that we will be forced by circumstances to comply with the planets.


Individual contribution to a collective regeneration

     The lesson here is one of regeneration, of releasing obsolete items, ideas or procedures and opening the doors to a regeneration that includes paying attention to neglected values, talents and potential. The shift symbolized by the Pluto/Chiron combination, which at times can be painful, implies a conscious identification of the undeveloped parts of our personality, and giving them real time and space in our lives. At a social level , it is also paramount to acknowledge the real needs of individuals and the global population, symbolized by Chiron. The North America Nebula exhibits their needs so that they cannot be hidden or denied, and hence awareness, dissemination, exhibition and sharing of information are essential, even from our individual position. By raising awareness we will certainly know where it hurts , why it hurts, and how to cure it. Letting things take their course by themselves will probbaly deepen this civilization's wounds. Therefore, it is important to put our two cents on this and cooperate with the forces of regeneration and not with those destruction.

     This is the most important trend of the week and perhaps of the whol month, but there are other, less dramatic, trends, which also color the atmosphere of this week. Check them today and throughout the week on our Facebook and Twitter pages, where you will find comments about astrological trends represented by galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, and more:

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    Have a wonderful, regenerative and healing week!


Carlos Duarte
Research Astrologer

May 30th: Jupiter, Juno and the Draco Dwarf Galaxy help to address voids in relationships; Mercury, Mars and the Witch Head Nebula reduce stress through a contemplative attitude.

May 30th: Jupiter in opposition to Juno and the Draco Dwarf Galaxy. Jupiter and Juno represent the archetype of marriage, as in Greek mythology they are husband and wife. When these two bodies come to an opposition in the celestial sphere, they reflect the typical tensions of partnerships (love, or friendship, work, family and other close relationships as well, all governed by Juno). But they also bring the possibility of doing a positive balance, each member of the relationship respecting his/her own space and time. The ecliptic conjunction of Juno with the Draco Dwarf Galaxy is significant and represents a great need for privacy, in order to break dependency, and find individual space apart from our loved ones. It also will highlight the unfulfilled needs for intimacy, companionship and solidarity. There will be many claims about it during the following days, without a doubt... We must see where are the gaps in our relationships and work to resolve them. This will be emphasized a lot in the next couple of weeks, since Juno is further in parallel to the Horsehead Nebula, a combination that highlights the need to reunite, to bend, to form a team, to love, to manifest solidarity, both personally and collectively.

     However, before raising your voice to express your demands, take into account that the Sun is conjunct the star Aldebaran and square to Chiron and the North America Nebula. It is very easy to manifest one's desires in a self-centered way: you can hurt others and cause unnecessary rejections. To reverse this trend, it is possible to focus on your own psychological wounds and heal them through emotional expression. What is not expressed, it remains inside unresolved, and the conjunction of Sun / Adebarán, with its highly emotional quality, can help stuck emotions to flow, bringing a more optimistic outlook.

     Mercury is conjunct the Witch Head Nebula and square to Mars. The combination Mercury/Mars in square usually coincides with frictions in communication, stress in daily life, accidents by impulsivity, intolerance and stress. Avoid at all costs to speak aggressively in order to reduce violence... The Witch Head Nebula is a great help in this case, because, upon receiving the ecliptic transit of Mercury, it enables the mind to relax into a state of contemplation and passivity that helps cool the aggressiveness of Mars. The red planet is in the zodiacal sign of Virgo and can manifest through a ruthless critical attitude and the neurosis of everyday life, focusing on things thatn have no real importance. It turns out that Mars is simultaneously in contra parallel to the Witch Head Nebula, a combination that helps to take a more receptive attitude, with calmness and serenity. It's a great day to take control of our small or big neuroses and contemplate, instead of letting them possess our minds like little demons that make our lives more difficult ... Peace and love!

May 23rd: The Sun balances and rationalizes the supraconscious vision of Neptune and the Vela supernova, while Chiron and Juno solve emotional wounds through empathy and deeper understanding

May 23rd: the Sun in contra parallel to star cluster M41, in square to Neptune and the Vela supernova. This is a good time to bring some logic to confusing situations, to put into words inner visions and concepts, to digest and rationalize emotional shocks that go beyond our understanding. Neptune is already in orb of opposition to the Vela supernova, a star explosion in the southern constellation Vela, whose symbolism refers to a broad, supraconscious vision which lies beyond the control of the ego. If you want to know better this supernova's effect, see any film of surrealist director Luis Buñuel, or check "Juliet of the Spirits" by Fellini, whose protagonist, Giulieta Massina (Fellini's wife) has extrasensory visions that interfere with her daily life ... Both Luis Buñuel and Gilulieta Massina were born on February 22, with the Sun in opposition to the Vela supernova...

    Neptune is not exactly a balancing force in this direction, and the station exactly in opposition to this stellar explosion adds to its tendency to dwell in other realities beyond the material and everyday life. This can be very inspiring, but everything may just stay in the mind as a subjective dream. Thus, in days like today, when the Sun in Gemini (a rational Zodiac sign) balances this trend it is very important to rationalize, understand, and communicate that which is difficult to describe, yet motivating. The Sun's contra parallel to star cluster M41 is of great help, as it represents a strong need to express arising emotions through artistic creativity, affection, sexuality, or expression at any level. It is therefore important to communicate and express what we have inside, this will no doubt be very interesting and will bring unpredictable results! Do it and see the difference in relation to other days!

Chiron is in parallel to asteroid Juno and parallel to the North America Nebula. The combination of Chiron / North America Nebula has been going on for almost a month, and it implies the expression of emotional wounds, which should come to the surface in order to be healed. Otherwise, they may not be identified or stay neglected, unnoticed. But Juno opens the possibility of relating to people with whom we can establish a bond of trust and thus enabling us to express this process to be solved. In some cases, if there is bad communication, wounds can grow even more, but we must make the attempt to share intimate feelings... Daring to speak and opening our hearts can be risky, but today we will certainly have opportunities to share, get and give valuable advice, and seek healing, whether in friendship, love, therapy or even in casual acquaintances that life will send us to work this. Open yourself to empathy and release your emotional knots to keep flowing ... Good luck!

May 11th: Chiron transits the North America Nebula, highlighting individual experience and marginality

May 11th: Chiron is transiting in ecliptic conjunction to the North America Nebula


Reconciliation and integration


     By itself, this combination requires a separate analysis since, although it is exact on May 11, its effect lasts approximately one week. Its astrological effect or correspondence with actual events wil be very important in psychological and social terms. The relationship between Chiron and Saturn at the mythological / psychological level depicts a difficulty of integration between the father / son roles, as Chiron is a rejected son of Saturn in greek mythology. Of course, this can be expressed through many situations: adjusting one's own position on the family and / or staff and working on any problem of acceptance or rejection, defining new positions or reaffirming others. Family constellations and other therapeutic tools are often intense and regenerative when these combinations Saturn/Chiron are present. The wounds caused by the lack of integration and acceptance are open again, then it's time to heal them. The reconciliation with parental figures, or the replacement of these by constructive behavior can give rise to great benefits for our own pesonality.

Wisdom rescue

     For this to happen, there must be a balance between tradition and custom represented by Saturn and the imperative need to follow the impulse of the individual needs of Chiron. Healing occurs only when Saturn acknowledges the individuality of Chiron and gives it a proper place in its life, even if it is not precisely what fits best his preferences. Tradition, in turn, can benefit from what Chiron has found by himself: experience, knowledge, information, wisdom, all components of the astrological significance of the centaur teacher and healer, largely marginalized in  modern society.

     Sometimes, perhaps often, unfortunately, the status quo, resistant to change, is unable to recognize or integrate what people have found valuable on its own. Every family, every society will react to this astrological combination differently, depending on their degree of culture and conservative tendencies, but the general rule is usually a Chiron whose wisdom is not accepted in the main structure of society, then it gets marginalized.

 North America Nebula: Chiron gets exposed

     Fortunately, there are times when Chiron roams through celestial areas more favorable to his nature. These following days it will be making an ecliptic conjunction with the North America Nebula, which is located in the northern constellation Cygnus, the Swan. The North America Nebula is characterized as the brightest within a complex of nebulosity near the star Deneb or Alpha Gygni, and therefore its meaning, among other things, has to do with the ability to attract attention. Chiron, when on the stage of the North America Nebula is expected to find a forum for expression, promotion, he'll have to be on the spotlight. This means that it is an ideal time to exhibit, display, promote, report, reveal, express, etc.., All sorts of things that have to do with chironian nature. What are they?

     Chiron is related to knowledge, especially found or researched individually. It is an excellent time to expose medical research, to do clinical studies, to make accurate diagnosis: the nature of the disease, either generic or of individuals will be exposed easily. Furthermore, this favors research in general, not only in the area of health. As for  studies, definitely a combination of 135° between Chiron and his strict father can be very heavy. But even so, teachers or examiners need to recognize how much students have learnt and advanced, as this is the effect of the North America Nebula, to get exposed. If you know about the topic, this will be reflected in any examination you take, so don't worry, just study.

Reassess your potential, express your truth

     In psychological terms, it is important to apply this energy to the reconciliation with family, friends, or people with whom we have had problems of rejection, or emotional wounds. It is obvious that we do not need more psychological injuries, so it is advisable to protect yourself emotionally and stay in a position where you can express your feelings and reasons. In many cases, sincere statements, once allowed outward expression, will bring changes for the better. However, in some severe cases, is best to put aside expectations of acceptance by people or situations. When there is a strong feeling of rejection, it is better to stop seeking approval and invest this energy in the revaluation of your own potential and value.

The World calls for greater integration

     Internationally, Chiron represents sectors of the population that are not well integrated, that are rejected or even suppressed by the status quo. This means that the transit of Chiron to the North America Nebula is an excellent opportunity for the real needs of the population, making them evident, obvious, explicit, and thus there will be no way to ignore them. Beyond the reality of our own personal psychology, it is important to participate socially, directly or indirectly, heping to heal the many wounds that humanity has at the global level.

      We will certainly be seeing in the news scenes of rejection, reconciliation, and others that highlight the marginality and barriers that separate human beings, peoples and their governments. Chiron represents minorities, but the joint outcry of many people will give them strength and weight when exposed to a social structure that is going through hard, difficult modifications. Of course, the North America Nebula will make petitions and needs very, very clear, then you won't have to scream too much actually. If you do, then it is possible that the effect will be so strong that it will cause more rejection than the one we need to heal.

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Carlos Duarte