November 21 /22: The Sun, Pluto, the Hercules Cluster and the Helix Nebula confront us with the use and abuse of power, and connect us with the necessary strength to transcend them with objectivity and balance

November 21 /22: The Sun conjunct the Hercules Cluster ( M13 ) represents a moment of power, since both celestial bodies have this connotation. The Sun, through its undisputed role as parent star of the solar system and its high energy level . M13, is the largest cluster in the northern hemisphere and is the richest in stars. If wealth means power, it is not surprising that this cluster passes over the zenith of cities like Las Vegas, Seoul, Aleppo, Nashville and Tokyo. In LasVegas, M13 passes directly overhead once a day, clearly indicating where the myth of material abundance and the worship of money is materialized. But the other cities are also centers of power from many points of view. The fact is that, at this date (21/ 22 November) each year, the Sun makes an ecliptic conjunction with this awesome globular cluster, indicating favorable days to generate wealth and make contact with people who can help through this process. In short. business meetings are especially favored and can give excellent results these days.

     On the other hand, this astrological mix symbolizes the power of society over the individual, and is a good time to measure where we are positioned in the wheel of economic and social power. It will be very clear what our position is before the conventions and social structures around us, whether we accept or reject them. Obviously, an adjustment is necessary, and we can implement important changes that will allow a switch in our position, if it applies... Internationally,  the Sun with M13 represents an abuse of power from authorities or other peopl,e that will be committed in a ruthless and cruel  manner, in various parts of the world (e.g., Aleppo! , but in many other places, too ). But not all is that bad  a positive Sun/M13 manifestation is the possibility of obtaining recognition from society ... Definitely, a day suitable for receiving prizes and for mass meetings (like M13's huge crowd of stars) ! Mass concerts can be fabulous...

     However, the issue of power continues on the 22/23, and probably until November 24. These days,  the Sun makes a powerful parallel to Pluto and the Helix Nebula. Pluto 's association with power is proverbial astrologically speaking , and symbolizes the psychological mechanisms behind manipulation. The Helix Nebula , located in the constellation Aquarius, is actuallya dying star that expels its atmosphere into space , forming a striking helix-shaped nebula. From Earth, we see it from one of its poles, indicating a trend of ideological extremism, which is also suggested by the high temperature of its central star. Further, a perpendicular shape to the main structure has been recently discovered, not visible in optical light images. This represents contradictions, which, combined with the power of the Sun and Pluto, seem to indicate clashes and fight, especially in international issues. Abuses commited by governments nd other people will continue without a  doubt. This parallel may also reflect  the incipient dismantling of the Fukushima nuclear plant, already in progress at this time. Pluto is associated, obviously, to plutonium and planetary nebulae like the Helix symbolize the dismantling due to the dissolution of the star´s mass in the interstellar medium ...Hopefully, this indicates a positive shift of the situation! Let's just hope that radiation will not expand as does the Helix Nebula ....

    Individually, we can resolve contradictions within ourselves or between people and transcend them, transform them into something more than a crude battle of egos and power plays. To accept and confront contradictions is the best way to transcend them and see that they are part of the same axis. To avoid fight, situations must be directed to a maximum of objectivity and a middle point, not to extremes. The other option is to have intense confrontations within ourselves or with others in the outside world. At least, in our own sphere of influence, we can choose. Psychologically , it is a great time to dig deep into the personal unconscious and regenerate problematic areas. This points to a deep cleansing of our mind and ideological system!  (Pluto rules elimination, so do planetary nebula). By the way, you can also do a deep cleansing of your body, with detox therapies, focusing mainly on elimination metabolism and purifying the kidneys, liver and intestines. Finally, some people will experience this in the domestic level, and is therefore a good time, until the weekend, to thoroughly clean the house, the office, the garden or the computer, and get rid of things that do not work.

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Carlos Duarte
Research Astrologer