March 7/8/9 : Venus and star cluster M46 help promote hidden potential, Ceres and cluster M52 foster support and protection in relationships, the Sun helps nebula M43 to overcome insecurities with a good organization

March 7/8/9 : Venus is in parallel to Saturn and the Swan Nebula (M17), in opposition to star cluster M46. Less than a week ago, Saturn made its retrograde station in parallel to the Swan Nebula, a fact that was commented here in the Galactic Guide. This trend is mainly applied to the structuring of the economy and hard work on art/creative projects in the following months. The Swan Nebula (M17) is a star-forming  in the constellation Sagittarius, which is characterized by having a hidden star cluster within its vast clouds of hydrogen gas and dust. This visual barrier symbolizes undoubtedly difficulties for expression and to manifest the creative potential hidden within. Saturn's station, in parallel to M17, indicates the need to work on existing impediments through structured and organized actions, so that the potential symbolized by M17 becomes a reality, and for this we must work hard in the coming months . ..

     However, this weekend Venus offers help in this regard, transiting in parallel to Saturn and the Swan Nebula. Venus has an affinity for artistic and financial issues as well as for social and romantic life. But the key to understand the nature of this support is in its opposition to star cluster M46, which contains several extremely bright stars that shine with the power of 100 Suns each... Since these extremely brilliant stars are type A , which stimulate communication and expressiveness, it can be inferred that the trend is about getting attention from others in order to be heard, to showcase and promote... This is of great help to overcome, at least momentarily, the obstacles identified by the dense dust clouds of M17. Therefore, this is a great weekend to bring to light hidden things (we will probably witness strong revelations at the personal level and also in international gossip), information, talents, ideas, and above all, to overcome financial obstacles, artistic difficulties and relationship problems, using the power of communication and expressiveness. Don't remain silent! Try to manifest, to promote, to express in order to advance ...
All this thanks to Venus! (by the way, Venus looks stunningly beautiful in the East at dawn, don´t miss it!) .

     On the other hand, later, on Saturday, Venus is in exact square to Ceres and star cluster M52. This trend is perfect to take care of our loved ones, plants, pets and our home, working space and social environment, and give them a good dose of protection, support, affection and beauty. The harmony and kindness of Venus join with the maternal and protective trend of Ceres to support and promote the good qualities in others and a productive and pleasurable activity... It's like a kind of general maintenance in our daily lives which gives necessary support and encouragement at various levels. The way to give/receive  this protection will vary according to the situation and context, but we must take into account that M52 is a "complete" cluster because it contains many stars of different spectral types, highlighting the type F (its most brilliant star), whose effect is in emotions and social relationships. It is therefore necessary to look for nurturning attitudes, developing support, protection, harmony... And of course, we must have an open mind for receiving all this kindness when others want to provide it, or even ask if we are the one in need... Moreover, this trend often results in excellent cooking sessions, so it is a great time to organize lunch/dinner sessions, to cook and share food. Let's enjoy this and share with those who are truly in need. A shared happiness is double joy...

     Finally, the Sun is in contra parallel to nebula M43 and sesquisquare (135°) to Ceres. This undoubtedly refers to reorganize our productive activity in order to improve it. The combination Sun/Ceres relates to a creative and productive potential, which, connected through a sesquisquare, means the implementation of a good organization and the setting of specific targets. M43 is a neighbor to the famous Great Orion Nebula (M42 ), and is illuminated by a variable, unstable star of type B. This indicates an inconsistency in thinking that can lead to great uncertainty, doubts and indecision, and thus a lower productivity and performance than expected. But the Sun in contra parallel to M43 shows the possibility of compensating the existing inconsistencies and insecurities through a better organization. The effort to improve the structure of our daily lives and our work can lead to great satisfaction and to overcome domestic/work problems that have been consistent in recent weeks. This weekend is ideal for correcting strategies that no longer work properly, to modify them so that they adapt to the current reality, resulting in better performance, and an inner satisfaction.

     I wish you a very organized weekend, with mutually supportive relationships, and that you overcome any obstacles to your creative potential. How can all this happen in a single weekend? Tune in consciously to these three different trends and check by yourself that it is actually possible to get everything together in a couple of days...

Carlos Duarte
Research Astrologer

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May 2nd: Saturn, Vesta and the Witch Head Nebula help structure relationships, Mercury and the Rosette Nebula generate great inspiration

May 2nd: Saturn and the Witch Head Nebula in contra parallel to Vesta. Psychologically, this combination may serve to address the shadow of our personality, calmly and without fear of being swallowed by it. It is therefore recommended today to do the things that cause us fear, of course without putting personal safety at risk. Probably after we'll feel strengthened by the experience. It is a good time to reconcile and take an objective view of authority figures, institutions, commitments, traditions, family issues. And above all, do not be afraid to discover within yourself parts of your personality that you should accept and integrate, whether they fit or not your conscious plan. At a more practical level, it is important to step back a little and take some distance, literal symbolic, from regular commitments and sense of duty. This combination is ideal for a peaceful reordering within family relationships, within a company or institution,  a project or a country. Use it to rearrange things with mutual respect! Vesta is in ecliptic conjunction with star cluster M52, which involves a process of self-affirmation through social relations. This means that it is possible and healthy to maintain your individuality and points of view, however strong the commitments, rules or traditions. Mercury is in parallel with the Rosette Nebula and at 135° from the North Lunar Node, suggesting a moment of inspiration, ideal for creative and artistic activities. But it also can be the motivation of future plans and ideas to be developed in the long term. In everyday life, it can lead to excellent readings, concerts and videos ... The Rosette Nebula is an emission nebula in the constellation Monoceros (the Unicorn). Right in its center, young stars that are born of this cosmic matrix have carved a hole, giving it the appearance of a doughnut. But the hole allows us to see beyond the cloud, so that the transit of Mercury by the Rosette will allow our minds to go beyond where they usually do. Do not lose track of the way back!

Mayo 2: Saturno, Vesta y la Nebulosa Cabeza de Bruja ayudan a ordenar las relaciones, Mercurio y la Nebulosa Roseta generan una gran inspiración

Mayo 2: Saturno y la Nebulosa Cabeza de Bruja en contraparalelo a Vesta. Esta combinación puede servir para contemplar la sombra de nuestra personalidad, con tranquilidad y sin temor a ser tragados por ella. Por ello, es un día recomendable para hacer las cosas que nos provoquen temor, claro está sin arriesgar la seguridad personal. Probablemente después nos sintamos fortalecidos por la experiencia. Es un buen momento para conciliar y tener una visión objetiva de figuras de autoridad, instituciones, compromisos, tradiciones, asuntos familiares. Y sobre todo, no hay que tener miedo de descubrir dentro de nosotros mismos partes de nuestra personalidad que nos conviene aceptar e integrar, aunque no sean las que busquemos conscientemente. En un plano más práctico, es importante tomar distancia, literal o simbólica, de los compromisos y del sentido del deber. Esta combinación es ideal para ordenar de manera pacífica y con claridad las relaciones familiares, en una empresa o institución, en un proyecto, en un país. ¡Úsenla para reordenarse con respeto mutuo! Vesta está en conjunción eclíptica al Cúmulo estelar M52, lo que implica un proceso de autoafirmación a través de las relaciones sociales. Esto quiere decir que es posible mantener su individualidad y su punto de vista sanamente,  por fuertes que sean los compromisos, reglas o tradiciones. Mercurio está en paralelo a la Nebulosa Roseta y a 135° del Nodo Norte Lunar, lo que indica un momento de gran inspiración, ideal para el trabajo creativo y artístico, pero también puede ser la motivación de planes futuros e ideas a desarrollar a largo pazo. En lo cotidiano, puede dar lugar a excelentes lecturas, conciertos o videos... La Nebulosa Roseta es una nebulosa de emisión en la constelación Monoceros (el Unicornio), en cuyo centro las estrellas jóvenes que han nacido de esta matriz cósmica han cavado un hoyo, dándole la apariencia de una rosca. Pero el agujero nos permite ver más allá, de modo que el tránsito de Mercurio por la Roseta permitirá que la mente vaya más allá de donde llega cotidianamente. ¡No se olviden del camino de regreso!

January 23rd: Mars retrograde, star cluster M39 and the Cartwheel Galaxy point to a waste of resources and also generate great impacts ... Jupiter and Vesta provide help with concentration and balance.

January 23rd: Mars retrograde in opposition to star cluster M39 and the Cartwheel galaxy. This is undoubtedly the most important astrological event today and probably of the entire week, as Mars goes retrograde approximately only every two years. Its opposition to star cluster M39 points to the need to fix any dispersion of resources, financial and of any kind. Energies should be directed implementing measures to stop capital leaks and the waste of resources at any level. This effort can take several days or even weeks to complete, but will certainly have good results. And yes, leaving things as they are can cause losses and energy waste. Now is the time to act in order to correct bad situations ... On the other hand, Mars is stationary/retrograde also in ecliptic opposition to the Cartwheel Galaxy, which is actually a spectacular collision between two galaxies. The Cartwheel Galaxy is famous for the stunning images captured by the Hubble Space Telescope, which show an enormous cosmic tide caused by the frontal impact of a galaxy's disk on another. Astrologically, it represents a strong potential impact between people and on one another. It is therefore important, at least during the next week, to calculate the potential consequences of our actions, and not be exposed to conflict. Above all, avoid having accidents caused by  impulsivity or lack of concentration. The reactions and consequences of our actions may be exaggerated and momentarily violent, but not lose track of them, as in the medium term they may end up being very positive. The collision of galaxies removes stagnation and generates creativity, abundance ... Knowing this, calculated impacts may work better, so select carefully your goals and focus on your aim!

Jupiter is contra parallel Vesta and still conjunct star cluster M52... This represents in itself a good antidote to dispersion or imbalance ... It symbolizes a good capacity of concentration to avoid being swayed by the strong current of acceleration of events in recent days, have you noticed it?. This combination is excellent for maintaining  balance in the midst of movement... Have a great surfing! The Sun at 30° from Chiron is positive for the application of all kinds of therapies and to advance in research and education issues. Mercury is at 30° from Pallas, conjunct the neutron star duo PSR 1913 +16, in parallel to star cluster M80. This represents intense, deep, but passing relationships and dialogues. Anyway, the insight and information that we obtain from these brief contacts can be very rewarding. In practical terms, this astrological combination is excellent for making repairs and adjustments in daily life.

Enero 23: Marte retrógrado, el cúmulo estelar M39 y la Galaxia Rueda de Carreta atraen la atención sobre la dispersión de recursos y generan grandes impactos...Júpiter y Vesta ayudan aportando concentración y equilibrio.

Enero 23: Marte retrógrado en oposición al cúmulo estelar M39 y a la galaxia Rueda de Carreta. Éste es sin duda el evento astrológico de mayor relevancia el día de hoy y probabemente de toda la semana que comienza, ya que Marte se pone retrógrado aproximadamente cada dos años. La oposición al cúmulo estelar M39 representa la necesidad de compensar la dispersión de recursos, tanto financieros como de cualquier tipo. La energía debe dirigirse a implementar medidas para frenar fugas de capital y desperdicio de recursos a cualquier nivel. Este esfuerzo puede llevar varios días o incluso semanas en completarse, pero tendrá sin duda buenos resultados. Eso sí, el dejar que las cosas sigan como están puede provocar pérdidas y desperdicio de energía. Éste es el momento de actuar para componer las situaciones... Por otro lado, Marte se queda estacionario/retrógrado también en oposición eclíptica a la Galaxia Rueda de Carreta, que en realidad es un choque de galaxias espectacular. Esta galaxia es famosa por las impactantes imágenes captadas por el telescopio espacial Hubble, que muestran una enorme marea cósmica provocada por el impacto frontal de una galaxia sobre el disco de otra. Astrológicamente, representa el fuerte impacto que pueden tener otros sobre uno, y viceversa. Por ello, es importante, al menos en la semana que viene, medir las consecuencias que pueden tener nuestras acciones, y también no exponerse a conflictos. Sobre todo, hay que evitar tener accidentes por impulsividad o desconcentración. Las reacciones y consecuencias de nuestros actos pueden ser exageradas y momentáneamente violentas, pero no pierdan de vista que a mediano plazo pueden terminar siendo muy positivas. El choque de galaxias remueve el estancamiento y genera creatividad, abundancia...Sabiendo esto, los impactos calculados pueden funcionar mejor, ¡seleccionen bien su objetivo, y afinen su puntería!

Júpiter en contraparalelo a Vesta y en conjunción al cúmulo estelar M52 indica un buen antídoto para la dispersión o el desequilibrio... Representa la capacidad de concentración necesaria para no dejarse llevar por la fuerte corriente de los eventos en los últimos días, ¿la han sentido?. Esta combinación es propicio para mantener el equilibrio en pleno movimiento, ¡aprovéchenla! El Sol a 30° de Quirón es propicia para la aplicación de todo tipo de terapias y para avanzar en asuntos de estudios. Mercurio está a 30° de Palas, en conjunción al dueto de estrellas de neutrones PSR 1913+16, en paralelo al cúmulo estelar M80. Esto representa asociaciones y diálogos intensos, profundos, pero pasajeros. Como sea, la introspección y la información que obtengamos de estos breves contactos puede ser muy enriquecedora. En lo práctico, es excelente para hacer reparaciones y ajustes en la vida cotidiana.

January 17th: Various combinations between planets, asteroids, galaxies and star clusters point to a day full of productivity, accelerated events, meaningful relationships, altruistic actions and transcendent mental approach. Choose the trends that suit best your activities!

     January 17th: Jupiter is conjunct star cluster M52 and at 30° from Uranus. This combination represents abundance on the material plane, and also an extremist ideological trend. Try not to bring your convictions to an extreme, as exaggerations will have consequences. But, if you keep proportions balanced, this trend favors business, productive work, positive changes in finance and in some cases, even strokes of luck. Uranus is in opposition to the galaxy M88, which represents an acceleration of events. It is therefore advisable to push projects at a personal level. In world events, we can expect during these days that former speculations transform into specific events, and what has been previously thought as a possibility, it is likely to become a reality. History is now upon us! Now is the time to push forward in every way, to renovate and make a transition to the future. On the other hand, the Sun is sextile Juno and at 45° from Vesta, indicating an excellent day for close associations, love, romance... but also friendship, family and business relationships. Take the opportunity to strengthen ties with the people you care most and you can  spend your time and resources with them without worries. However, you may find difficult to concentrate on your own. That can be annoying, but dedication to the important people in your life will have its rewards. Neptune is conjunct and parallel to star cluster M15, at 30° from Ceres. This represents an altruistic support for those in need, both in our immediate environment and the world at large. Today is a great day to push through difficult situations by providing assistance. However, be careful to check where you place your contribution: it is also possible that your efforts are diluted in the hands of opportunists. Prevent abuses and select properly the object of your altruism. Mercury is at 45° from Neptune and at 30° from the North Lunar Node. This indicates, on the other hand, that caution is needed with distractions, it is easy to lose items or documents. On the other hand, the mind needs a creative and/or trascendent approach. Use your imagination on creative, artistic or mystical activities, such as rehearsals, meditation, visualization, analysis, and so on. They will bring a great satisfaction for everyone involved!

Enero 17: diversas combinaciones entre planetas, asteroides, cúmulos estelares y galaxias nos muestran un día con productividad, eventos acelerados, relaciones fructíferas, acciones altruistas y un enfoque mental trascendente. Escojan las tendencias que favorezcan más sus actividades...

 Enero 17: Júpiter en conjunción al cúmulo estelar M52 y a 30° de Urano. Esta combinación representa abundancia en el plano material, y tendencias extremistas en el plano ideológico. Procuren no llevar sus convicciones a los extremos, pues las exageraciones tendrán consecuencias. Pero si se guardan las debidas proporciones, esta tendencia favorece los negocios, el trabajo productivo, cambios positivos en lo económico y en algunos casos, grandes golpes de suerte. Urano está en oposición a la galaxia M88, lo que representa un aceleramiento de los eventos. Es pues recomendable hacer avanzar los proyectos a nivel personal. Pero en el plano internacional, es muy probable que durante estos días las especulaciones se transformen en eventos concretos, y lo que se ha estado viendo como probabilidad se vuelva una realidad. ¡La Historia se nos viene encima! Ahora es el momento de empujar hacia adelante en todos los sentidos, para renovar y hacer una transición al futuro. Por otro lado, el Sol está en sextil a Juno y a 45° de Vesta, lo cual indica un excelente día para las asociaciones cercanas, el amor, el romance, la pareja...pero también la amistad, la familia y los negocios. Aprovechen para afianzar los lazos con las personas que más les interesan invirtiendo tiempo y recursos en ellas. Sin embargo, será difícil concentrarse en lo propio, lo cual puede ser molesto, pero la dedicación a la gente importante traerá sus recompensas. Neptuno está en conjunción y paralelo al cúmulo estelar M15, a 30° de Ceres. Esto representa un apoyo altruista a quienes lo necesitan, tanto en nuestro entorno inmediato como en el mundo en general. Hoy es un día excelente para sacar adelante situaciones difíciles brindando ayuda. Sin embargo, hay que ver en dónde depositamos nuestra aportación: también es posible que nuestros esfuerzos se diluyan en manos de personas oportunistas. Eviten abusos y seleccionen adecuadamente el objeto de su altruismo. Mercurio a 45° de Neptuno y a 30° del Nodo Norte Lunar indica, por otro lado, que es necesario tener precaución con las distracciones, pues es fácil perder objetos o documentos. Por otro lado, la mente necesita un enfoque creativo o trascendente; usen su imaginación en proyectos creativos, artísticos o en actividades místicas, como meditación, visualización, psicoanálisis, etc., de las cuales se obtendrá una gran satisfacción.

Octubre 25: el Sol opuesto al cúmulo estelar M52 y en aspecto a Júpiter y Ceres representa la abundancia a través del equilibrio. Juno sigue en paralelo a la Gran Nebulosa Orión y destaca el compromiso en las relaciones

Octubre 25: el Sol está en oposición al cúmulo estelar M52, en contraparalelo a Júpiter, a 135 ° de Ceres. Esta combinación sugiere abundancia, y la posibilidad de mejorar la productividad, generar dinero y otros recursos. Sin embargo, con el fin de lograrlo esto, no hay que exagerar nuestras necesidades. La prosperidad vendrá si ponemos un límite a nuestras necesidades y funcionamos solamente con las cosas más básicas. Prestemos atención a lo que hace funcionar los proyectos. En un sentido espiritual, las obras de caridad, grandes o pequeñas, traerán excelentes consecuencias ¡Ayudemos a los necesitados! Juno se separa de un paralelo con M42, la Gran Nebulosa de Orión, y se encuentra a 135 ° del Nodo Norte Lunar. Al mismo tiempo, Venus se encuentra a 45 ° de Plutón. Todas estas combinaciones representan el poder del compromiso en las relaciones, ¡asegúrense de cumplir con sus citas! Juno transitando a M42 representa un intercambio enriquecedor, pero se está separando y esta tendencia se habrá desvanecido en pocos días, por lo que el momento para dinamizar las relaciones esenciales para nosotros es ahora. Sin embargo, esta tendencia puede ser de doble cara: así como puede fortalecer los lazos entre las personas que expresan solidaridad, en algunos casos se manifestará a través de manipulación, que debe ser evitada. Es un buen día para pasar tiempo con los socios en el amor, en la amistad o en los negocios.

October 25th: the Sun opposed to stellar cluster M52 and aspecting Jupiter and Ceres represent abundance through balance. Juno still in parallel to the Great Orion nebula highlights commitment in relationships

October 25th: the Sun is in opposition to stellar cluster M52, in contra parallel with Jupiter, at 135° from Ceres. This combination suggests abundance and the posssibility to enhance productivity and generate money and other resources. However, in order to do this, me must not exaggerate our needs. Prosperity will come if we put a limit to our needs and function only with the really basic things. Pay attention to what keeps  your projects going on. In a spiritual sense, charity work, big or small, will bring excellent consequences; help those in need! Juno separates from a strong parallel with M42, the Great Orion nebula, and is at 135° from the North Lunar Node. Simultaneously, Venus is placed at 45° from Pluto. All these combinations represent the power of commitment in relationships; be sure to comply with your appointments! Juno combined with tM42 represents enriching exchange, but it is separating and will be gone in a few days, so the time to energize essential relationships is now! But this trend can be double-sided: as it can strengthen the bonds between people expressing solidarity, in some cases this will manifest as manipulation, which must be avoided. This is a good day to spend time with love, friendship or business partners.