January 4/5: Chiron and galaxy M61 indicate metabolic changes, Saturn and Omega Centauri question our social structures... Mercury, Juno and star cluster M28 revive communication, Supernova 1987A and Mars bring an excess of energy

January 4/5: Mercury conjunct Juno and globular cluster M28. This astrological combination refers to any type of exchange and communication in relationships, as in many cases it will be possible to establish trust between people. In any case, it's a good day to talk intimately with people who inspire us most in terms of security and stability. It is possible that under this combination, some old relationships will resurface and communication can be restored. M28 contains a millisecond pulsar, a degenerate star that is reborn and accelerates its rotation through interaction with another nearby star.
 

Metabolic changes that can help to heal 

     Mercury is also at 60° from Chiron, which favors studies, classes, medical research, book sales, specialized equipment sales, and repairs of all kinds. Chiron, during the first week of January, makes a contraparalel to the galaxy M61, which in terms of health suggests drastic metabolic changes. Many processes of health, disease or healing will be related to a revolution in the body's metabolism: the application of therapies to facilitate this change and not block it is recommended, as they can lead to a stabilization. M61 is an active galaxy whose active galactic nucleus (AGN) is in the process of reorganization, as show its two central bars and a giant black hole that emits an enormous amount of energy. Chiron, one of the therapists in the solar system, can contribute to the stabilization of this excess energy if it is properly channeled. Do not try to suppress it, because this is exactly  what may be causing an imbalance, let it flow. This combination is excellent for detox therapies, so let's try them!


Mars and Supernova 1987A: energy excesses convertible into productivity

     Mars is trine (120°) Jupiter and conjunct supernova 1987A. This astrological mix must be handled with care, since the combination of an already hyperkinetic Mars with a supernova may involve an excess of energy, a burst out of control, and involves risk. The contact with Jupiter, the largest planet in our solar system, can only exaggerate the effects, so it is advisable, in this week, and until the start of the next, to avoid accidents by lack of caution or confrontations with people because of a domineering attitude. In any case, this explosion can be used in a positive way, for example, exploring, either in the mountains or in the mind, exercising, expanding our usual horizons. The strength of a supernova is never to be underestimated and can help us to perform tasks that we would not accomplish in normal conditions... In the worst of cases, before letting the contained tension to explode is better to go for a walk and breathe some air, even if it's polluted (but preferably pure, if available ...). Do not let supernova 1987A sweep you, use it to achieve your goals ...

     Jupiter, additionally, is conjunct the Hyades and makes a parallel to the Eskimo Nebula, whose intricate structure suggests, precisely, complications ... These may consist on the consequences of an impulsive outburst, but in a positive sense, even the most steady development of our projects, related to Jupiter, may include logistical complications and entanglements ... Mars is also at 135° from Ceres, who is still in close conjunction with the Orion Nebula (M42). This position of Ceres is extremely productive since M42 is one of the regions with more stellar creation in our galaxy. Hence the aggressive drive of Mars and the supernova 1987A has here an excellent  field to be channeled in a positive way in Ceres issues: children, education, food, household activities, work in the garden, in the countryside, with animals, recycling and in general, protecting and supporting those in need.


Venus and Saturn brings relaxation to Omega Centauri 

     Venus is conjunct star cluster M14, which represents distance in relationships and also economic instability, so it is not a very good day for investments, although it will work for an inventory or an accounting revision... M14 is a distant cluster whose dispersion simbolizes a lot of freedom. We may therefore assume that the issue of lack of commitment or too much freedom may arise during this couple of days in the social and emotional plane... and also in the managing of money and resources. On a more optimistic interpretation, Venus and M14 represent relationships with which we can relax and unwind, as opposed to very demanding environments. These can be represented by Saturn and the star cluster Omega Centauri, with whom Venus makes a semisquare (45°) relationship.

     The conjunction of Saturn and Omega Centauri, the largest star cluster in our galaxy, represents the power of the status quo and social institutions over individual rights. In 2013, Saturn and Omega Centauri will make an ecliptic conjunction three times, one in January, one in June and the last in October and November. At an international level, this means both a strong questioning of our social structure, of its methods and government,s as well as restrictive laws on the lives of individuals. Many laws will have to be modified to prevent abuses and injustices for minorities. At a personal level, the transit of Venus at 45° of this prominent pair indicates that we need to put a little kindness and diplomacy, so it can brighten environments where the sadness, discipline, restriction or exigence are the rule.. A flower, an empathic attitude, a good deed or sweet words can have a miraculous effect.
Check it by yourself!

Carlos Duarte
Astrologer Researcher