August 5/6: Mercury conjunct galaxy M96 and contra parallel Neptune indicates a balance between reason and imagination, as well as extravagant ideas and communication problems

      A contra parallel between two planets with opposite characteristics can indicate a great balance. In this case, there is a balance between the intuition and imagination, typical of Neptune, and the logical and rational thought associated to Mercury. In any case, Mercury's rapid transit can bring some logic to confusing situations, so we will be able to better understand and integrate our experiences. It is a good time to clarify our reality through a rational and objective approach.

     However, it is not expected that this balance results in common, typical viewpoints. Quite the contrary, it is possible that, just to clarify things, it will be necessary to take a very personal and individual position, and therefore different from what most people think. This is suggested by Mercury, which is simultaneously conjunct galaxy M96, located in the constellation Leo.

      The spiral structure of M96 is extremely asymmetrical, which symbolizes originality, independence, but also a lack of coordination and attitudes "out of place". Considering that the entire combination includes Neptune, it is not difficult to see that strange idea smay arise, wrong interpretations, forgetfulness, distractions, complications for teamwork and communication in general, so caution must be taken. On a more positive note, there may be a great inspiration, as well as art as for science: great, very original ideas and viewpoints can come to light of our consciousness. In worldly matters, extravagant and out of context ideas will be exposed, as well as unusual news about unclear situations (yes,in this age of information overload!).

     In anyt case, we must bear in mind that our personal perception may not match that of other people around. It is very likely that, in some cases, we will need to invest an extra effort to ensure a good understanding between people, but it's worth it!  And that is because this is a day to have a little more open-mindedness and consider different ideas, rather than follow the usual frameset of mind...

Carlos Duarte
Research Astrologer

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