October 20/21: Vesta, the Sun and the Butterfly Nebula (M2-9) indicate a good time to achieve objectivity, focus and equanimity, while Mercury, Juno and star cluster M5 strive to overcome communication problems and conventional points of view

     A powerful, triple parallel between the Sun, Vesta and the Butterfly Nebula (M-2-9) indicates a great day to focus the mind and achieve inner balance. The combination Sun / Vesta is undoubtedly an element of concentration, avoiding distractions, while the Butterfly Nebula, with its symmetrical "twin jets", represents objectivity, balance. The Butterfly is located in the constellation Ophiuchus, and is a dying star that expels its mass into space in the last stages of its life, through two jets in its north pole and south pole.

     Although many stars end their lives in this way, we see the Butterfly Nebula from Earth from its equatorial plane, so we can contemplate the symmetry of its jets. This symmetry has a meaning, and refers to the notion of balance balance, seeing both ends of a situation, to find a middle ground of objectivity. The trend today, which includes the parallel Sun / Vesta / Butterfly can be expressed in various ways, among which may be meditation, focus on daily work, mental reflection, research. The resulting balance and mental clarity can have excellent results in our activities and give us inner peace.

     The most important thing is to be able to calm the mind, always eager for stimulation, so that it can manifest through tranquility and equanimity. In its highest expression, this trend involves analyzing one's own prejudices: be prepared to question yourself. Do not assume that you are absolutely right: circumstances may give us a lesson in humility if we are arrogant or rigid with our convictions. On the other hand, this trend may be disappointing for those who seek or need a lot of motivation and thrill, taking sides in most situations. If radicalism and confrontation are sought, it is better to wait for another day with more strident trends... Clarity and serenity inside our minds will be more effective than direct, opinionated interventions outside.

     Vesta is also conjunct the South Lunar Node, and opposed to galaxy M84, located in the constellation Virgo. M84 is characterized, among other things, for its strong radio emission, which involves a great need for communication. Vesta and South Lunar Node are opposed to M84, suggesting the need for peace, focus on inner balance, avoiding external communication and stress.

     While this trend may involve resistance to speak, to think, to express, to send information, it is actually a good counterweight to another trend that stimulates much dialogue. It is the parallel between Juno Mercury, which results in a need for intimate talks, the exchange of confidential information, and share time and resources with close people. However, there might be some inconsistencies in relationships, as Mercury and Juno are contra parallel to M5, a star cluster with many variable stars, indicating communication failures. However, if there is real empathy between people, any difficulties might be overcome..

     The combination of M5 with Juno and Mercury  reveals the need to get over  communication problems, but the amount of effort needed to do that can make some people rather choose Vesta-like attitudes, avoiding dialogue. The contra parallel between  Mercury / Juno  and M5 also reveals the need to overcome conventional, outdated views, since M5 is a very old cluster. It epresents the past, traditions, conventional views, prejudices, outdated beliefs. Communication in this case can serve to overcome mental rigidity and compensate with a good, enlightening dialogue ...

    Whether striving to have a good exchange with others, shutting distractions to concentrate better, or taking both options depending on the particular context, we will have to deal with intense communication issues, sometimes complicated. But everyone will choose the attitude that best suits the present situation. Anyway, we'd better fix things and any pending issues right now, as the tense aspects of the days ahead may be less heavy if we soften the ground beforehand: the upcoming parallel Mars / Uranus and the square from Mercury and Juno to Pluto... We will discuss these and unveil their relationships with deep-space objects in the Galactic Guide during the week, also on Twitter and Facebook:
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Have a succesful communication and / or silence!

Carlos Duarte
Research Astrologer