June 11/12: Venus, Pluto and the Silkworm Nebula prepare for major changes, while Saturn gives structural support to Neptune and Nebula M2-9. The Sun, Jupiter and star cluster M30 indicate a time to open spaces for personal well-being

June 11/12: Venus is in contra parallel to the Silkworm Nebula, in opposition to Pluto. This astrological combination means preparation for changes and incubation of projects. Venus, coupled by a parallel to the Silkworm Nebula seems to remind us that for every transformation there must be a proper preparation. The Silkworm Nebula, for its part, is actually a star that has reached the end of its life, and has just begun the phase called planetary nebula, formed from the star's mass ejected into space, often with incredibly beautiful shapes. The Silkworm is just past the transition from an old star to the nebula stage, and this is called a proto-planetary nebula. It's as if the star was preparing for its next phase, and hence the astrological significance about preparing for a transformation. Then Venus balances the need for a drastic change, symbolized by its opposition to Pluto, and gives us the option to prepare carefully and pace that change through the contra parallel to the Silkworm.

     However, the tendency to change not only comes from Pluto, but also from the Venus' parallel to the Pleiades, which is fading by now.  In the last 3 days, when it was exact, this combination, can have caused an acceleration of circumstances, especially in Venusian matters such as money, art, relationships, love, sex and other. Under this trend, time seems distorted, as many of the Pleiades rotate at high speed. But this should not mislead us, because Venus also points out the need to properly gestate our reality in the near future. Today and tomorrow are days to make changes, to design, to create, to imagine strategies, to make plans, to set goals. It is important to consider the means at our disposal, calculate how to apply them and measure the impact that this can have on our lives ... or that of others.

     Venus is forming a configuration known as a T-Cross, engaging in the now famous square between Uranus and Pluto, an aspect that reflects the convulsive evolution of society in the years 2012-2015. First, Venus opposes Pluto and a day later, it squares Uranus, which may indicate that some changes will be triggered this week. That, I will discuss in a separate article of the Galactic Guide ... Stay tuned, mainly to avoid impulsive actions...

     Moreover, Saturn makes a trine to Neptune, which is in parallel to Nebula M2-9, another dying star also called Butterfly Nebula. As we have seen in other articles of the Galactic Guide, the Neptune/M2-9 mix represents an opportunity to develop objectivity amid confusing situations. Transiting Saturn, which will last most of the week, represents an extra help to organize, edit and structure. This means that it is an excellent time to balance disorganization. But not too harshly, because the goal is not to reach the other end of strict discipline. This is especially true in cases of weakness, frailty, illness or need, symbolized by Neptune in combination with a star that literally deflates ... delicacy is required. Rather than manipulation, this trend is about structuring and handling and giving support. It is about setting necessary limits, and define important issues with your feet on the ground. This certainly will reward us with substantial improvements in difficult situations, both personally and internationally.

     Perhaps the most spectacular gift of this day is the parallel Sun/Jupiter, which happens in contra parallel to star cluster M30. This represents an opportunity to find well being and contentment even in the midst of a conflictive environment or an ambience little related to our personalities. Therefore, it is important to keep this trend in mind, because instead of thwarting our personal harmony doing things we do not want or by relating to those who do not feel a kinship, it is better to invest our energy into our own plans or people we really like. Even in the midst of an environment that we do not like, we can learn to make room for ourselves. It is an ideal day to compensate for any excess of pressure, misunderstandings and relationship difficulties in general by developing activities that give us happiness and personal fulfillment. We should avoid egotistic attitudes, and focus on our own welfare. This certainly will bring positive results and a strong motivation to continue on our personal path with confidence and optimism.


Carlos Duarte
Research Astrologer