October 28/29: Pluto, Chiron, star cluster M70 and the North America Nebula activate the transformation of outdated formulas, opening the gates to personal and social regeneration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