Mercury retrograde in opposition to star cluster M10: an opportunity to grow mentally, to diversify ideas and to unify wills

     The Mercury retrograde cycle has begun, and, as always, its station point in the sky (in which it appears to stop to start moving backwards) is an indicator of the topics that will manifest during the following days. In fact, Mercury's change of direction almost always coincides with a number of practical and communication problems, with changes of opinion and reconsiderations of all kinds. Astrologers are well aware that despite this, we can take advantage of Mercury's retrograde period remaking or revising, resuming and reorganizing.

    Each retrograde event has its own individual manifestation, however. On this occasion, Mercury's station is in exact ecliptic opposition to  globular cluster M10, located in the constellation Ophiuchus. M10 is remarkable for its low number of variable stars, which are abundant in most globular clusters, because they are usually very old, containing a generation of stars that formed in the early universe. These stars, which are reaching the end of their lives, have begun to exhaust their fuel and therefore vary in brightness, suggesting a tendency to instability. Hence M10, having only 3 or 4 variable stars, is an indicator of stability.

    This is fortunate enough, since Mercury is so powerful in its own zodiacal sign, Gemini, whose characteristic is that it has a rational and dual approach to reality, which can lead to indecision and changes in perspective. The fact that Mercury stops exactly opposed to M10 suggests that, despite this duality, the trend is not in itself destabilizing. All the questioning and intellectual exercise are likely, in fact, to have a stabilizing effect.

     Moreover, this exercise can have a positive effect on the different societies scattered across the planet, and even from a global perspective. This is also suggested by M10, since another of its characteristics is that it has a heterogeneous population of stars. While many are old, some are younger and shine in photographs with two different colors, red and blue. This represents heterogeneity, diversity.

     Hence, for the purpose of Mercury retrograde station, the general trend is to question ideas or attitudes different from our own. As Mercury is at 150 ° from Pluto and 90° from Neptune, this questioning can lead to Plutonian manipulations, but the goal certainly is to clarify confusing, chaotic or misleading Neptunian situations. The prevailing trend, with Mercury strong, in the sign of Gemini, is rational, logical and objective. This process can occur individually, questioning our own ideas or strategies, or it can manifest at a collective level, with some sectors of society questioning the misleading ideas, unclear policies or downright dishonesty of others.

    In some cases, criticism will be fierce and destructive, but that should be avoided because the goal is not to crush other people's ideas, but rather that the questioning and discussions enrich everyone. In a multicultural society and globalizing civilization, it is very difficult to have a consensus on certain issues. But only through public debate and objective description of the matters, seeing the pros and cons and the different facets of each it is possible to have effective conclusions that can be of utility to the whole of society.

     Such is the indication of M10, whose mix of stars does not mean a crisis or confrontation, as in other star clusters like M15 or M30, in which the stars seem to be in conflict with each other. With M10 and Mercury, the goal is not to find the truth but only to discuss about it. Whether we like it or not, we all have a way of looking at things that may be in conflict with other people's viewpoint. No doubt many opportunists, especially in politics, will try to exacerbate differences between different social groups to capitalize discord. This is nothing new: "divide and conquer". But it is obvious that this kind of agitators do not take into account  the uniqueness and tranquility that M10 expresses in this Mercury station.

      If our intention is to think objectively, it is necessary to put ourselves in other people's shoes, which is not an easy task for most humans. It is easier to attack others for their way of thinking, but if we see it from a distance, we all share this planet and are responsible for keeping it in good condition to keep it running. It is necessary to question the way we produce energy, the uneven distribution of wealth, the way in which we nourrish ourselves and face social problems. It is necessary to question those people, ideas or groups with behaviors that are harmful to the planet and a threat to society, and we need to question ourselves about the individual  role we play in this.

     Faced with an ecological or social disaster, the ethnic, economic, sexual, philosophical or other differences are erased. While we're on the verge of collapse, the Mercury retrograde seems to give us a good opportunity to see things objectively. The public will be more sensitive than ever to appreciate reality with a clear, reflective mind that cannot easily fooled. Deception and fraud generated at this time will be so obvious that they will  collapse under their own weight. The number of scandals caused by dishonesty will undoubtedly increase this days. But in its highest manifestation, this trend is about understanding the  mental mechanism and postures of those who have different ideas from ours. This is not to convince them about our viewpoint, but to clarify and get something that will be useful for them and for us. How do we know we are not acting with bias, judging others? Sometimes we assume things are in a certain way when we haven't had the adequate time to really investigate what is behind the position of an ethni cor social group, a philosophy, a social movement. We have to put our ego aside and replace it with an open heart and mind!

    Obviously, the mercurial station on M10 favors debates, philosophical political, social, scientific, religious and artistic discussions. Of course, as it  is us who decide and not the planets (these are only indicators), we can use this retrograde period to divide people and move away more and more from others, taking refuge in our partial concepts, or otherwise, we can hear and understand the positions that are alien to us to develop greater understanding, tolerance, and eventually greater unification. If humanity has shown no unified trend in the last few thousand years, we can not expect this Mercury retrograde on M10 to generate miracles. But, within our personal position and in our own field of action, we can generate a few one; sometimes miracles at a small-scale are very valuable ...

     Differences should be enriching and not serve as a pretext to attack each other while deflecting attention from the urgent issues to resolve for our own survival and that of the future generations... United we stand, divided we fall. It is a time to look for the force that gives us unity. For all the differfences we may have, we all live in the same cosmic household, and we are not taking care of it right. That's a fact.

     In this atmosphere, extremist viewpoints, whether they are religious, political, social, scientific, artistic, personal or otherwise, will prove more than ever to be ineffective to change reality. Globally, the lack of awareness of most of humans will simply accentuate the differences, perhaps dramatically. Nobody has the Truth as a whole, because that is not a human attribute, while we all have it partially, and that is a human attribute. If we have the humility to learn from those who are different from us and to respect their way of viewing life, then there will be union.

I hope you have a pleasant and rewarding process of questioning in the coming weeks!
Love, Peace and Unity on Earth!

Carlos Duarte
Research Astrologer

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August 16/17/18 - The weekend's astrological trends: choose yours! Pallas, Uranus and cluster M10 balance situations out of control, Jupiter and the Dumbbell Nebula (M27) expand our consciousness and also radical attitudes, while the Sun, Ceres and spiral galaxy M90 bring help for a quick recovery of distressed projects

August 16/17/18: Asteroid Pallas is parallel to star cluster M10 and contra parallel Uranus. This configuration corrects the effects caused by excessive individualism and tends to stabilize situations after  drastic changes. A contra parallel always means a balance, and planets that are in that aspect are at the same distance from the Celestial Equator, one south and one north, like a pair of scales. In this case, the balance has to do with the Uranian tendency to cause radical changes and unexpected turns, with rebellious and individualistic attitudes. Pallas is the great corrector among the asteroids, while M10 is a  particularly stable globular cluster in the sense that it has only three variable stars. Therefore, it is possible during this weekend to correct the negative effects of situations out of control. And if your case is not so drastic, you can use this trend for successful home repairs.

     Jupiter is in parallel to the Dumbbell Nebula (M27) and trine the Moon's North Node. This trend representss basically an expansion of consciousness, but it must be applied in an adequate context to bring good results. M27 is a dying star in the constellation Vulpecula, whose outer layers have been ejected into space, exposing a high-temperature core. The higher the temperature of a star, the greater its relationship to conceptual and ideological aspects of human experience. The high temperature of M27 points to a connection with the higher mind: science, art, spirituality, politics. The transit of Jupiter, the largest planet in the solar system, emphasizes and expands this trend, which can cause extreme effects if ideas taken too far.

     At a personal level, if you happen to tune in with this frequency, try to avoid useless ideological confrontations, rather channeling this energy into research, studies, or in the worst case, to pure mental reflection or simply reading. In this way, you will probably find great progress in finding knowledge, whether it is scientific, sociological, artistic or mystical. Unfortunately, at the international level this trend is likely to reflect a particularly difficult time in which extreme policies are carried out of proportion, with serious consequences, as is the case in Egypt and other parts of the world.

     The Sun is at 135° from Pluto, and in opposition to star cluster M29. This trend is kind of a repeat of last Thursday's, referring to overcome obstacles that have been holding back the development of brilliant ideas and projects. If only for a couple of days, the transit of the Sun is an indicator of the energy needed to break the bonds around such projects, although in some cases this may involve the use of force, physical, emotional or mental. But the goal is not to dominate or manipulate, but rather to release a  potential that has been hindered. If this is achieved to some extent during the weekend, it is likely that projects are put into operation with excellent results, and very quickly. The Sun conjuncts asteroid Ceres, and makes simultaneously a parallel to galaxy M90, an indicator of support and encouragement to situations with lack of resources. Spiral galaxy M90 has anemic parts (without significant formation of stars) on its outer arms, but has a high fertility around its core. The conjunction between Sun and Ceres can help to compensate for the lack of supplies or fuel, but the process is fast: M90 crosses the constellation Virgo at the impressive speed of 1,500 kilometers per second!. This undoubtedly represents a fast and successful recovery of both projects in difficulty and physical or emotional health.

     And, at the very end of the weekend, Mercury is conjunct Vesta, both in opposition to star cluster M30. This astrological combination represents a necessary protection to prevent external disturbances. M30 is a globular cluster with a gravitationally collapsed core, symbolizing difficult relationships. Mercury and Vesta represent mental concentration, and the opposition with M30 indicates we must avoid falling into provocations, engaging in chaotic, aggressive or inharmonious situations. Those who are in tune with this trend can meditate or study, channeling the mind to escape the difficulties of the immediate environment or the world in general. On the other hand, in a negative sense, some may close their minds to external complications, but we must remember that denying reality does not help to resolve it. Don´t use this tendency to evade, but rather to protect yourself from disturbing interruptions: the goal is to remain calm amid the storm. Any complications will be best managed if one faces them with integrity, equanimity and mental clarity.

    I sincerely wish you a weekend with successful repairs and investigations, overcoming obstacles to your creativity and achieving inner peace amidst this troubled world. Good luck to everyone!

Carlos Duarte
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Junio 13/14: Mercurio, Vesta y la nebulosa Ojo de Gato concentran la mente para resolver complicaciones y apreciar la sofisticación: Venus, Urano y el cúmulo estelar M10 hablan de respeto, rebeldía, integración e intolerancia

Junio 13/14: Mercurio en conjunción eclíptica a la Nebulosa Ojo de Gato, y en paralelo a Vesta. Esto refleja una gran capacidad de concentración para solucionar situaciones complicadas, o para apreciar su complejidad. Mercurio representa la mente, la comunicación y la vida cotidiana, por su movimiento rápido. la Nebulosa Ojo de Gato, que se encuentra en la constelación de Draco, es una nebulsoa planetaria avanzada, habiendo formado ya una nebulosa alrededor de la estrella agonizante que le dio origen. La Ojo de Gato es una nebulosa sumamente compleja, con varias capas y su estructura está todavía siendo estudiada para entender su formación. Astrológicamente, esto significa tanto sofisticación como complicaciones, ya sea en forma de problemas o de retos a resolver mentalmente. Afortunadamente, Vesta en un poderoso paralelo a Mercurio provee de la suficiente concentración o interés para encontrar soluciones. Este aspecto es pasajero y no dura más allá de 24 horas, por lo que no conviene concentrarse más que en cosas que se puedan resolver en ese lapso de tiempo. Definitivamente, no es un día para la simplicidad, pero poder apreciar lo compleja que es la vida es también un placer intelectual. Y para estudiar e investigar, esta combinación es de lo mejor, porque indica la comprensión de temas complicados.

     Venus está en cuadratura a Urano, que está en contra paralelo a M10. Esta efímera configuración celestial refleja buenas relaciones que contrastan con una actitud de individualismo o rebeldía. M10 combina muchas estrellas de diferentes edades y características, por lo que representa apretura, aceptación, tolerancia al igual que Venus. Sin embargo, Urano puede representar arranques de individualismo que, necesarios o no, pueden ir en contra de las excelentes posibilidades que se dan en las relaciones. La tendencia a intimar en la comunicación y a profundizar puede contradecirse con una actitud indiferente o incontrolable. Lo mejor es relajarse, y tomarse las cosas de una manera relajada y poco formal, la espontaneidad y la apertura darán mejores resultados que el control. Y en el mejor de los casos, puede ser bastante divertido.

      La manifestación en el plano internacional es interesante también. Con esta cuadratura a Urano, Venus se conecta a la cuadratura entre Urano y Plutón, configuración relacionada con los turbulentos años 2012-2015, en los cuales habrá muchas renovaciones e inestabilidad en la sociedad. Son épocas en las cuales hay procesos colectivos importantes que hacen evolucionar a la humanidad, y están marcadas por conexiones de planetas lentos, como Urano y Plutón, cuyo efecto es prolongado. Cuando un planeta rápido como Venus, por ejemplo, se conecta a los planetas lentos, suelen suceder eventos importantes dentro del proceso total. El cúmulo estelar M10, con su población heterogénea, representa aceptación y tolerancia, mientras que Urano representa una resistencia a la integración. En varios países, y en el presente le toca a Turquía, puede darse la resistencia de la población a seguir un modelo social forzado y controlador. E modelo de convivencia representado por M10, si bien es estable, tiene que renovarse para que la sociedad pueda continuar evolucionando.

     Esto puede tener efectos de diversas maneras según los países, pero definitivamente refleja problemas para integrar diversos sectores de la sociedad, como por ejemplo, minorías. Ponerse de acuerdo en esas condiciones no es fácil para nadie en ningún país, pero definitivamente hay que equilibrar la falta de integración con armonía y no con intolerancia. Y si bien cada quien tiene su manera de filosofar, todos vivimos en el mismo planeta. Este aspecto nos hace reflexionar acerca de aprender a respetar para convivir mejor... y sobrevivir a la larga como género.

Carlos Duarte
Astrólogo Investigador

April 25/26: The Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio in contra parallel to galaxy M91 shows a good semester to integrate isolated elements of our personality; Pallas, Venus and star cluster M10 reveal enriching exchanges in relationships

Abril25/26: Pallas is conjunct Venus, sextile Chiron, and parallel to star cluster M10. This combination is excellent to  engage in rewarding social activities. M10 is a cluster with a heterogeneous stellar population: photos show stars of different sizes and colors, which point to a great time to interact with several different people. Far from suffering from the differences, there might be fruitful exchanges going on, as Pallas means good solutions and plans, while Chiron provides good advice and knowledge. Venus cannot help but feeling grateful for this, so don't spend your time alone! This is not a good day for isolation plans...

     On the other hand, the event of the day (and probably of the month) is the Lunar Eclipse in contra parallel to galaxy M91 of the Virgo cluster. While the partial eclipse happens only on April 25/26, it actually sets a trend that will be developing gradually over the next six months. The eclipse's contact with M91 indicates that this time, the theme of the eclipse is the adequate integration of elements alienated from our consciousness, personality or society. Why this?

     Barred-spiral galaxy M91 is distant and difficult to observe, so it takes on a connotation of something that is far, non-integrated or which is not fully conscious (visible). Moreover, the movement of M91 is contrary to the overall motion of the Virgo cluster, its own social galactic environment. M91 indicates a trend that goes against the flow, against what is socially acceptable. This makes M91 symbolize very individualistic parts of personality, a resistance to go with the "common sense", and also marginalized people or groups in today's society. The Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio, the Zodiac sign of fusion, communion, merging (to the point of dependence), points to the need to balance and heal this relative isolation, which can be detrimental as non-integrated factors always cause discomfort or resistance. The emotions of the eclipse in Scorpio, particularly when it happens conjunct Saturn, can make surface resentment, a feeling of injustice and loneliness caused by this isolation. In the event that these emotions arise in the next months, we must work on them to release and then move forward ...

     We may expect in the next six months important insights (integrating unconscious or semi-conscious ideas and facts). Our task is to gradually give a proper place to trends, projects, desires, plans, intentions and people who normally are relegated to the background in our daily lives. We must dare to do whatever one feels as an authentic trend, even if it goes beyond the normal routine! Some people will surprise others as they make unexpected plans and show an unusual behavior. But that would be a positive indicator that they are allowing to express obscure but real facets of themselves, hidden talents and versatility in their personalities.

     It is therefore an ideal semester for seriously compromising ourselves with solving pending issues, especially if they date from long ago. And at a global level, humankind has the opportunity to take a step forward in its development. Society can reach out to support and integrate those who have been marginalized by opposing the status quo or who have been relegated as "minorities." A society matures and grows in the measure that it includes and accepts all of its members, not excluding some in favor of others. We are all on the same planet and there is room for everyone...

Carlos Duarte
Astrologer Researcher

Abril 25/26: El Eclipse Lunar en Escorpio y en contraparalelo a la galaxia M91 indica un semestre para integrar elementos aislados de la personalidad; Palas, Venus y el cúmulo estelar M10 revelan relaciones enriquecedoras

Abril25/26: Palas está en conjunción a Venus, en sextil a Quirón, y en paralelo al cúmulo estelar M10. Esta combinación es excelente para involucrarse en actividades sociales enriquecedoras. M10 es un cúmulo estelar con una población estelar heterogénea: sus fotos muestran estrellas de diferentes tamaños y colores, lo que representa un buen momento para relacionarse con gente diferente. Lejos de padecer las diferencias, es posible que los intercambios sean fructíferos, ya que Palas significa buenas soluciones y planes, mientras que Quirón aporta buenos consejos y conocimiento. Venus no puede sino sentirse gratificada, así que ¡no se queden solos! Hoy no es un buen día para aislarse...

     Por otro lado, el evento del día (y probablemente del mes) es el Eclipse Lunar en contraparalelo a la galaxia M91 del cúmulo de Virgo. Aunque el eclipse es parcial y sucede el día 25/26 de Abril, en realidad marca una tendencia que se irá desarrollando paulatinamente en los próximos seis meses. El contacto de contraparalelo con la galaxia M91 indica que en esta ocasión, el tema del eclipse es la integración adecuada de elementos aislados  de la conciencia, de la personalidad o de la sociedad. ¿Cómo se deduce esto?

     La galaxia M91 es distante y difícil de observar, por lo que adquiere una connotación de algo que está lejos, no integrado o de lo cual no se es completamente consciente. Por otra parte, el movimiento de M91 va en direccción contraria al del cúmulo de Virgo, que representa su entorno social galáctico. M91 indica una tendencia que va en contra de lo socialmente aceptado. Esto hace que M91 simbolice partes muy individualistas de la personalidad, una resistencia a dejarse llevar por el "sentido común", y también personas o grupos marginados por la sociedad. El eclipse lunar en Escorpio, un signo zodiacal de fusión, comunión, mezcla y unión (incluso dependencia), marca la necesidad de equilibrar y sanar este relativo aislamiento, que puede ser perjudicial ya que los elementos no integrados siempre causan malestar o resistencias. Las emociones del eclipse en Escorpio, más aún cayendo en conjunción a Saturno, pueden traer consigo el resentimiento, la injusticia y la soledad causadas por este aislamiento. En caso de que en los próximos meses surjan este tipo de emociones, hay que deshacerlas para seguir avanzando...

     Es de esperarse pues que en los próximos seis meses hayan importantes tomas de conciencia (integrando ideas y hechos hasta ahora poco claros a nuestra mente). Nuestra tarea es darle poco a poco un lugar adecuado a tendencias, proyectos, deseos, planes, intenciones y personas que normalmente quedan relegados a un segundo plano en nuestra vida cotidiana. ¡Hay que atreverse a hacer lo que a uno le corresponde, aunque vaya en contra de la rutina normal! Algunas personas darán sorpresas al realizar planes insólitos y manifestar comportamientos muy diferentes a lo normal. Pero eso es un indicador positivo de que están permitiendo expresar facetas ocultas, pero reales, de su vida, su talento y su personalidad.

     Se trata pues de un semestre ideal para tomar en serio la realización de pendientes, sobre todo si datan de hace mucho tiempo. Y en el plano mundial, la sociedad tiene la oportunidad de dar un paso más en su desarrollo y extender la mano para apoyar e integrar a los que han sido marginados por oponerse al status quo o que han sido relegados como "minorías". Una sociedad madura y crece en la medida en la que incluye a sus miembros y no excluye a unos para favorecer a otros. Todos estamos en el mismo planeta y hay espacio para cada uno...

Carlos Duarte
Astrólogo Investigador

July 28/29: Venus in parallel to the Sun and star cluster M71 emphasizes art and harmonic exchange, letting love flow freely, while the Sombrero Galaxy and Mars counterbalance with self-centered, hermit-like attitudes

July 28/29: Venus is in parallel to the Sun and star cluster M71, at 150° from Juno, at 45° from Mercury retrograde. This astrological combination is ideal for artistic activities, as the parallel Sun/Venus is a very strong impulse to the appreciation of beauty and harmony. This alignment occurs in the same parallel as the star cluster M71, a cluster representing a high value, but is also characterized by its informality, as it is quite disperse. This greatly enhances emotional expression, love and romance, friendship, family and social life in general. It is convenient to let love flow in the manner in which it manifests to us, for then the effect will be to increase self-esteem through extremely rewarding exchanges. However, the typical  informality of M71 may also involve a lack of commitment, which can spoil the excellent opportunities in art and relationships over the weekend ...

    Fortunately, Pallas is contra parallel to Juno and star cluster M10, which strngthens the possibility of making plans with others. Palas defines plans to perform with others, making it a good time to plan activities for next week, thus avoiding the potential dispersal of M71... Juno, the main asteroid of relationships, is perfecting a parallel with M10, a cluster that contains an interesting mix of red and blue stars, indicating heterogeneity, a mixture of different types of people, a tolerant, open and cosmopolitan attitude. And above all, it means the development of trust between people: M10 has just 3 variable stars within its great population, which is a symbol of reliability and stability in relations. Do not miss this opportunity to interact positively with those who have something to exchange ! This coincides with the start of the 2012 London Olympics, which clearly adds to the enthusiasm in sports competitions, and the cultural activities that are related ...

     But before running to their social activities, it should be noted that not all is harmony and cooperation. Mars is in ecliptic conjunction to the Sombrero Galaxy (M104), one of the most famous galaxies because it looks like a mexican hat. This galaxy has at its center a supermassive black hole of about a billion solar masses! This and other features indicate an entity that is very self-centered, and the Mars transit gives energy to be even more sef-centered. So, those who feel a strong resistance to socialize, maybe it's because they are tuning in the hermit frequency of the Sombrero Galaxy. However, this may serve to reflect deeply, to acquire inner peace, to do meditation, to have valuable insights, deeper self-analysis and also to find resolution of personal issues. On the negative side, the Sombrero Galaxy combined with Mars strongly emphasize  egocentric, selfish, arrogant and aggressive attitudes, both at a personal and a political level, which will deepen social conflicts. With so much harmony around it would be a pity to let arrogance prevail.

    But it's you who decide, don´t forget! Good luck!

Carlos Duarte
Researcher Astrologer

Julio 28/29: Venus en paralelo al Sol y al cúmulo estelar M71 enfatiza el arte y los intercambios armónicos, dejando fluir el amor, mientras Marte y la Galaxia Sombrero hacen un contrapeso con actitudes egocéntricas y ermitañas

Julio 28/29: Venus está en paralelo al Sol y al cúmulo estelar M71, a 150° de Juno, a 45° de Mercurio. Esta combinación astrológica es ideal para actividades artísticas, pues el paralelo Sol/Venus es un impulso muy fuerte hacia la apreciación de la belleza y la armonía. Esta alineación sucede en el mismo paralelo del cúmulo estelar M71, un cúmulo que se caracteriza por representar un alto valor, pero también por su informalidad, ya que es bastante disperso. Esto favorece enormemente la expresión afectiva, el amor y el romance, la amistad y la vida familiar y social en general. Es conveniente dejar que el amor fluya de la manera en la que se nos presente, pues así el efecto será un aumento de la autoestima a través de intercambios sumamente enriquecedores. Sin embargo, la informalidad propia de M71 puede implicar también una falta de compromiso, lo que puede echar a perder las excelentes oportunidades que hay en el arte y las relaciones durante el fin de semana...

    Afortunadamente, Palas en contraparalelo a Juno y al cúmulo estelar M10 refuerza la posibilidad de hacer planes con los demás. Palas define los planes a llevar a cabo con los demás, por lo que es un buen momento para programar actividades durante la semana próxima, evitando así la dispersión potencial de M71... Juno, el asteroide de las relaciones, está perfeccionando un paralelo con M10, un cúmulo que contiene una mezcla interesante de estrellas rojas y azules, indicando heterogeneidad, mezcla de diferentes tipos de personas, una actitud tolerante, abierta y cosmopolita. Y sobre todo, el desarrollo de confianza entre la gente: M10 tiene apenas 3 estrellas variables dentro de su multitud de habitantes,lo cual es símbolo de confiablidad y estabilidad en las relaciones ¡No pierdan esta oportunidad de interactuar positivamente con quienes tienen algo que intercambiar! Esto coincide con el inicio de las Olimpiadas de Londres 2012, lo que evidentemente favorecerá, además del entusiasmo en las competencias deportivas, las actividades culturales que están relacionadas...

     Pero antes de correr a sus actividades sociales, hay que notar que no todo es armonía y cooperación. Marte está en conjunción eclíptica a la Galaxia Sombrero (M104), una de las galaxias más famosas debido a que parece un sombrero mexicano. Esta galaxia tiene en su centro un hoyo negro supermasivo, de ¡un billón de masas solares! Ésta y otras características indican una entidad que está muy centrada en sí misma, y el tránsito de Marte le da energía para concentrarse aún más. De modo que, aquellos que sientan una fuerte resistencia a socializar, quizás es porque estén sintonizando la modalidad ermitaña de la Galaxia Sombrero. De todos modos, esto puede servir para reflexionar intensamente, adquirir paz interna, meditar, tener introspecciones valiosas, profundizar en el autoanálisis y la resolución de asuntos personales. En su lado negativo, Marte y la Galaxia Sombrero acentúan las fuertemente las actitudes egocéntricas, egoístas, arrogantes y agresivas, tanto en el plano personal como en la política y los conflictos sociales. Con tanta armonía alrededor, sería una lástima dejar que predomine la arrogancia.

    ¡Ustedes deciden! ¡Suerte!

Carlos Duarte
Astrólogo Investigador

May 4th: Pallas, Juno, star cluster M10 and Stephan's Quintet of galaxies suggest a moment to participate and cooperate. The Sun and M10 also bring work in privacy and good business, Eta Carina and Mercury bring a mirror to contemplate our own ego ... and others as well.

May 4th: Pallas is in contra parallel to Juno, in parallel to star cluster M10, in ecliptic conjunction with Stephan's Quintet, a small group of galaxies in the constellation Pegasus. This mix of asteroids, galaxies and star cluster indicates an important moment of cooperation, ideal for teamwork or to gather the necessary people to help in our plans. It is important to stay open to cooperation and exchange, but we'll need also to motivate others and be ready to accept people different from oneself.

The Sun in contra parallel to M17, the Swan Nebula, indicates a different way, best suited for those who prefer to do things at a more personal or private level. The Swan Nebula contains inside a stellar cluster, but is hidden behind the clouds of ionized hydrogen. However, it illuminates the nebula, which shines like a cosmic lamp in all its glory. Hence the transit of the Sun today is positive to work privately, especially in artistic matters, but also in business. M17 is a great astrological infuence to do good operations. investments and major purchases. Take advantage of it!

On the other hand, Mercury in ecliptic opposition to the star / nebula Eta Carinae reveals the possibility of a positive and clear communication with self-centered peope, with very strong opinions. Eta Carinae corresponds with very strong personalities, as it is one of biggest stars in our galaxy. It can only grab attention! If there is something to deal with someone like this, communication can be very fluid today. If it is more about oneself, it is a good time to contemplate one's own ego and look at it realistically and objectively. It's as contemplating our ego through the mirror of what one thinks and says. Contemplate your mind, and have a very good opportunity to learn from yourself, anlayzing your stream of thoughts. Good luck!

Mayo 4: Palas, Juno, el cúmulo estelar M10 y el Quinteto de galaxias de Stephan indican un momento para participar y cooperar; El Sol y M10 ofrecen privacidad y buenos negocios, Mercurio y Eta Carina un espejo para contemplar el propio ego...y el de los demás.

Mayo 4: Palas está en contraparalelo a Juno, en paralelo al cúmulo estelar M10, en conjunción eclíptica al Quinteto de Stephan, un pequeño grupo de Galaxias en la constelación de Pegasus. Esta mezcla de asteroides, cúmulo estelar y galaxias indica un importante momento de cooperación, ideal para el trabajo en equipo o para reunir a la gente necesaria a nuestros planes. Para ello, será importante estar abiertos a la cooperación y al intercambio, pero también a motivar a los demás y a aceptar a gente diferente entre sí y diferente de uno mismo.

El Sol en contraparalelo a M17, la Nebulosa del Cisne, indica un camino diferente, para aquellos que prefieran hacer las cosas de manera más individual o privada. La Nebulosa del Cisne alberga en su interior un cúmulo estelar que si bien está oculto detrás de las nubes de hidrógeno ionizado, ilumina toda la nebulosa, que reluce como una lámpara cósmica en todo su esplendor. De ahí que el tránsito del Sol el día de hoy sea propicio para trabajar de manera privada, especiamente en asuntos artísticos, pero también en los negocios. M17 es excelente para materializar buenas operaciones. inversiones y compras importantes. ¡Aprovechen!

Por otro lado, Mercurio en oposición a la estrella/nebulosa Eta Carina revela la posibilidad de tener una comunicación positiva y clara con personas egocéntricas o con opiniones muy fuertes. Eta Carina corresponde con personalidades muy fuertes, ya que es una de las estrellas más grandes de nuestra galaxia. ¡No puede sino llamar la atención! Si hay algo que tratar con alguien así, la comunicación puede ser muy fluida a pesar de todo. Si se trata más bien de uno mismo, es un buen momento para contemplar el propio ego y verlo de manera realista y objetiva. Es como contemplarse al espejo a través de lo que uno piensa y dice. Contemplen sus pensamientos,  y tendrán una muy buena oportunidad de aprender de ustedes mismos. ¡Suerte!

March 20th: Three contra parallel between planets, asteroids and star clusters start up the 2012 spring with important negotiations, intense feelings, enriching information ...

March 20th: Venus in contra parallel to Pluto and star cluster M25 represents the need to give an appropriate value to situations, people and things. This can strongly stimulate sales, productivity, business, trade, and in many cases, represent prosperity in different ways. It is a good time to make important purchases and investments, and also to invest in what is really valuable to us. But this mixture of planets and star cluster may mean an excess of ambition, so avoid pressure, manipulations, impulsive spending specially if it is induced by advertising or promotion. In relationships, this trend stimulates exchange, seduction, love and sexuality. The Sun starts the spring in contra parallel to Vesta and in opposition to the galaxy M84. This indicates the need to balance the focus on oneself with a good dose of external participation. It is necessary to distribute adequately the time between personal and social activities.  Mercury in contra parallel to Chiron and star cluster M10 shows a good opportunity to acquire knowledge through the experience of others. To consider different viewpoints or information from unusual sources can be very positive. We must seek complementation, accepting differences and letting them enrich us. This can be done through giving good advice, researching for information, studying. It is aso helpful to make accurate diagnoses and useful prescriptions in health issues. Juno and Ceres are at 135° , which represents a lot of protection and affection flowing in relationships, but it also shows the dependencies and gaps that may exist between close people. Where love and protection are needed, we must provide them, but only with the required dose.

Marzo 20: Tres contraparalelos entre planetas, asteroides y cúmulos estelares inician la primavera 2012 con negociaciones importantes, afectos intensos, información enriquecedora, entre otras cosas...

Marzo 20: Venus en contraparalelo a Plutón y al cúmulo estelar M25 es una combinación que representa la necesidad de darle un valor adecuado a las situaciones, personas y cosas. Esto puede estimular fuertemente las ventas, la productividad, los negocios, los intercambios, y en muchos casos, un incremento de la prosperidad. Pueden hacerse compras e inversiones importantes, y es un momento adecuado para invertir en lo que realmente es valioso para nosotros. Pero esta mezcla de planetas y cúmulo estelar puede significar un exceso de ambición, por lo que habrá que evitar presiones, manipulaciones, y gastos impulsivos o inducidos por la publicidad u otros factores. En las relaciones, intensifica el intercambio, la seducción, el afecto y la sexualidad. El Sol inicia la primavera en contraparalelo a Vesta y en oposición a la galaxia M84. Esto indica la necesidad de equilibrar la concentración en uno mismo con una buena dosis de participación externa. Es preciso repartir adecuadamente el tiempo entre lo personal y lo social. Mercurio en contraparalelo a Quirón y al cúmulo estelar M10 muestra una buena oportunidad para adquirir conocimiento a través de la experiencia de los demás. Considerar puntos de vista diferentes o información proveniente de fuentes no acostumbradas puede ser muy positivo. Hay que buscar complementos, aceptar las diferencias y enriquecerse con ellas, tanto para dar buenos consejos, investigar información, para estudiar, así como para hacer diagnósticos acertados y prescripciones útiles en materia de salud. Juno a 135° de Ceres representa mucha protección y afecto que fluye  en las relaciones, pero también muestra las dependencias y las carencias que pueda haber entre la gente cercana. Donde haga falta amor y protección, hay que proporcionarlo, pero sólo con la dosis necesaria.

January 4th: The Sun, Neptune and star cluster M11 connect us with abundance sources, but we must make an effort to capitalize them

January 4th: The Sun is at 45° from Neptune and conjunct star cluster M11. This represents abundance, which can be material, intellectual, emotional ... The cluster M11 is one of the richest in stars in our galaxy ... However, it may be difficult or complicated to exploit or take advantage of this abundance. But do not get carried away by constraints, the solar will is stronger than them.  If you address most problems with patience and dedication there will be a good result in the end. It is important not to lose personal power, but rather energize unstructured, weakened situations. Just as a sculptor does, we will have what we have scuplted, the rest will continue to exist as mere potential. So, put the feet on the ground, materialize yourr ideas and organize your environment. Artistic, altruistic, spiritual activities are especially favored, of course the emphasis being on the practical side. The Sun in semisextile to the North Lunar Node and  cluster M10 indicates that probably we'll need persons or mediators to accomplish all this, so we better be flexible in order to negotiate on the social plane.

Enero 4: El Sol, Neptuno y el cúmulo estelar M11 nos conectan con la abundancia, pero hay que hacer un esfuerzo para capitalizarla

Enero 4: El Sol a 45° de Neptuno y en conjunción al cúmulo estelar M11. Esto representa abundancia, que puede ser material, intelectual, afectiva... El cúmulo M11 es uno de los más ricos en estrellas de nuestra galaxia... Sin embargo, es posible que sea difícil o complicado explotar esta abundancia o sacarle provecho. Pero no se dejen llevar por los impedimentos, la voluntad solar es más fuerte que éstos y al enfrentar los problemas con paciencia y dedicación se acabará teniendo un buen resultado. Es importante no perder fuerza personal, sino uno mismo inyectar energía en situaciones poco estructuradas. Al igual que un escultor, tendremos lo que hayamos tallado; lo demás seguirá existiendo como potencial. Así que, pongan los pies en la tierra, para materializar sus ideas y ordenar su realidad. Se favorecen en especial las actividades artísticas, altruistas, espirituales, claro está con enfoque práctico. El Sol en semisextil al Nodo Norte Lunar y al cúmulo M10 indica que probablemente haya que recurrir a personas o intermediarios para realizar todo esto, por lo que será mejor ser flexibles para negociar en el plano social.

December 31st: Pluto, star cluster M25 and Juno indicate intensity and changes in relationships, but Venus and cluster M10 let harmony flow to close the year 2011 gently

December 31st: Pluto conjunct  and in parallel to star cluster M25, at 45° from  Juno. This represents the need to change old patterns that no longer work in relationships. We must drop obsolete behaviors and make room for other that enrich and strengthen relationships rather than weakening them or lock them in a nonsense routine. Resistance to change may coincide with subtle attempts at manipulation and power games. But you can escape them if you handle relationships consciously and there is a purpose to achieve solidarity.Venus conjunct star cluster M10 and at 60° from the North Lunar Node. This combination certainly is excelent for meetings and celebrations. M10 is a cluster that, among other things, symbolizes a heterogeneous mix of people, customs, visions, ideas, temperaments ... It is advisable to be open to interact with people you normally don't have natural empathy. With a bit of openness, there can be an enormous enrichment, very positive to end an intense year and preparing for the following. But in a harmonious environment, there will undoubtedly be many unforgettable experiences and meetings, both in friendship, family, and at a romantic and sexual level. Let love flow!

Tomorrow in the Galactic Guide: the trends for 2012. Don´t miss it!

Diciembre 31: Plutón, el cúmulo estelar M25 y Juno indican cambios e intensidad en las relaciones, pero Venus y el cúmulo M10 dejan fluir armonía para cerrar el 2011 con suavidad

Diciembre 31: Plutón en paralelo y conjunción al cúmulo estelar M25, a 45° de Juno. Esto representa la necesidad de cambiar viejos patrones que ya no funcionan en las relaciones. Hay que soltar los comportamientos obsoletos y dejar espacio para otros q ue enriquezcan y fortalezcan las relaciones en vez de debilitarlas o encasillarlas en una rutina.Las resistencias al cambio pueden coincidir con intentos de manipulación y sutiles juegos de poder. Pero uno puede sustraerse a ellos si se manejan las relaciones con conciencia y hay un propósito de lograr solidaridad. Venus en conjunción al cúmulo estelar M10 y a 60° del Nodo Norte Lunar. Esta combinación favorece sin duda las reuniones, los encuentros y las celebraciones. M10 es un cúmulo que, entre otras cosas, simboliza una mezcla heterogénea de diferrentes personas, costumbres, visiones, ideas, temperamentos... Es recomendable estar abiertos a la convivencia con personas con las que normalmente no habría empatía natural. Con un poco de receptividad, puede haber un enorme enriquecimiento, muy positivo para terminar un año intenso y prepararse para e siguiente. Pero en un ambiente armónico, habrá sin duda contactos y experiencias inolvidables, tanto en la amistad, lo familiar, como en el plano romántico y sexual. ¡Hay que dejar fluir el amor!

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December 3rd: the Sun, star cluster M92 and Saturn bring power of organization to overcome limitations; Mercury retrograde and cluster M10 encourage social interaction

December 3rd: the Sun conjunct star cluster M92 and at 45° from Saturn. This combination points to the need to work on underdeveloped aspects of our personality and of our environment. In some cases, this will culminate in an attempt to overcome the fear of change; if so, release the conservative fear and open the door to further growth ... But first you will probably have to confront the trends that represent an obstacle to a norma flow of circumstances. What is not essential, must be placed in the background.  Organization, structured action and complying with commitments will be essential. In general, it is not a good day for finance, as M92 is cluster that indicates little value and even devaluation, so  be careful when purchasing significant items or when doing important transactions, which in any case, it is better to to postpone if possible. On the other hand, Mercury retrograde makes a conjunction with star cluster M10, an indicator of an interesting mix of people, situations, cultures and ideas available today. It is convenient, to honestly open to social participation.

Diciembre 3: el Sol, el cúmulo estelar M92 y Saturno le dan poder a la organización para sobrepasar limitaciones; Mercurio retrógrado y el cúmulo M10 favorecen la interacción social

Diciembre 3: el Sol en conjunción al cúmulo estelar M92 y a 45° de Saturno. Esta combinación apunta a la necesidad de trabajar sobre los aspectos poco desarrollados de nuestra personalidad y de nuestro entorno. En algunos casos,se trata de superar el miedo al cambio, soltar las tendencias conservadoras y abrir las puertas al crecimiento...Pero primero habrá que confrontar las tendencias que nos detienen y que representan un obstáculo al desarrollo normal de las circunstancias. Lo que no es esencial, debe ponerse en segundo plano. La organización, la acción estructurada y cumplir con los compromisos establecidos será esencial.  En general, no es un buen día para las finanzas, ya que el cúmulo M92 indica poco valor e incluso devaluación, por lo que hay que ser cuidadosos en transacciones y compras significativas, que en todo caso, es recomendable posponer. Por otro lado, Mercurio retrógrado hace una conjunción con el cúmulo estelar M10, un indicador de interesantes mezclas de gente, situaciones, culturas e ideas.  Conviene, en el plano social, abrirse honestamente a la participación.

December 2nd: the Sun in parallel to Mercury and M75 brings a great power of concentration to perform difficult tasks, but Mercury and star cluster M10 provide an enriching exchange

December 2nd: the Sun in parallel to Mercury retrograde, stellar cluster M75 and square to Mars indicates a very active day and in which energy must be concentrated on concrete achievements with discipline ... ideal for heavy duty tasks. Whether difficult or easy, focusing on the implementation of projects will be very positive ... The star cluster M75 is highly compressed and therefore represents the ability to organize and to avoid dispersion. But beware: too much stress can easily turn into aggression. A bit of kindness and thinking twice before you speak will help a lot ... Venus at 30°  form Pallas and 45° from Vesta points to great business strategies, but it is also good for repairs, especially at home. Mercury conjunct the North  Lunar Node, star cluster M10 and at 30° from Juno indicates a harmonious social interaction and good negotiations if we are wiing to adapt to what other propose... The resulting exchange can be very rewarding.

Diciembre 2: El Sol en paralelo a Mercurio y M75 trae una gran capacidad de concentración para realizar tareas difíciles, pero Mercurio y el cúmulo estelar M10 facilitan el intercambio enriquecedor

Diciembre 2: El Sol en paralelo a Mercurio, al cúmulo estelar M75 y en cuadratura a Marte indica un día muy activo y en el cual la energía debe ser concentrada con disciplina hacia logros concretos...ideal para realizar tareas pesadas. Concentrarse en la realización de proyectos resultará muy positivo...M75 es un cúmulo muy concentrado y por ello representa la capacidad de organizarse y evitar dispersiones. Pero cuidado: el exceso de tensión puede convertirse fácilmente en agresión. La amabilidad y e pensar dos veces lo que se dice ayudará mucho...Venus a 30° de Palas y a 45° de Vesta favorece las estrategias de negocios, pero también las reparaciones, especialmente en casa. Mercurio en conjunción al Nodo Norte Lunar, al cúmulo estelar M10 y a 30° de Juno indica una interacción social armoniosa y buenas negociaciones si hay un poco de adaptación a lo que nos proponen los demás. El intercambio puede ser muy enriquecedor.

September 8th: Cooperation is essential today and there are several ways to express it.Pick yours and harmonize your relationships!

September 8th: Saturn in parallel to star cluster M10, in contraparallel to Venus and 30° from the Sun.  Venus reactivates a separating parallel between Saturn and M10, which is excellent for seeking cooperation, integration, and a constructive dialogue to solve problems of all kinds . Of course, we must tolerate the mixing of different opinions and views if we want to move things forward. Today is a good day for it. This combination also tends to stabilize finances and corresponds with valuable, reliable investments. Mercury in opposition to Neptune, at 45° from Juno shows a good opportunity to clarify misunderstandings and correct mistakes, but there must be a spirit of cooperation and a valid goal in common. At times confusion will prevail, but that's exactly what is needded: to work on it and make things clear. Jupiter at 45° from Ceres and 135° from the Whirlpool Galaxy (M51). This dynamic combination reaffirms the idea of productive relations. Synergy or teamwork is therefore recommended. It is an ideal combination to make constructive and beneficial work. Productivity can be improved with a bit of effort and organization. Results can be excellent. Venus at 135° from Vesta balances concentration on oneself with social relationships and commitments. We need to find a -happy- centered position that suits everybody and that means sharing your time accordingly, in an organized way. A well-structured agenda can be very beneficial and a chaotic will certainy bring trouble. That 's what this trend is about: the management of time.Calibrate your clocks!