The Solar Eclipse conjunct the group of galaxies The Box, in opposition to Chiron reveals an important time for health, learning, repairs and social integration

Solar Eclipse in ecliptic conjunction with The Box, in opposition to Chiron and nebula M 78

      The solar eclipse this time falls in ecliptic conjunction to the box, a group of 4 galaxies in the constellation Coma Berenices. From Earth, we see them lined up in a rectangle, which gives rise to its popular name. Right angles suggest order, structure, as well as the number 4, so that The Box represents situations that are structured or need to be structured. Even more so, when the box is in the zodiac sign of Virgo, known to be the most orderly of the zodiac. Definitely, the eclipse trend indicates that we need to put structure and order in ... what?

     The eclipse falls in an almost exact opposition to Chiron, so this small planet has an important role in this eclipse. Chiron 's main astrological association is with health and healing... The eclipse in Virgo with Chiron-like accents points to effective cures through accurate diagnoses and therapies. This can be seen by the fact that Chiron is parallel to M78, a nebula in the constellation Orion. M78's features suggest introspection, being a kind of "inner light": two of its B-type stars light up the nebula from within. The stars of spectral type B, of very high temperature, are related astrologically to intellectual activity, so that M78, as a reflection nebula, actually reflects intellectual awareness, knowledge, wisdom.

     The Chiron / M78 combination is therefore a central theme of the eclipse, which can match with excellent results in diagnostics and therapies if they are suitable to treat specific health problems. On the other hand, wisdom and deep reflection are characteristics that can indicate crucial moments in psychoanalysis, in any type of study or educational activity and also in household repairs.

       At the international level, the eclipse takes on a different hue: it coincides with the mass exodus of migrants in various parts of the world. Chiron in Pisces clearly represents the population that needs to relocate, including the victims of failed sea travel... M78, from another point of view, greatly obscures the starlight it holds inside: it has dense dust clouds that block light to a certain extent. This feature reflects the impediments experienced by refugees and migrants in their journeys. The fact that the eclipse falls in a very exact opposition to Chiron means the need to take care of this situation with a very good organization, as indicated by The Box. Perhaps something important will be structured in our society in order to take care of these unfortunate crises.

     This means that one of the dominant themes in the next six months -time of validity of the solar eclipse- will undoubtedly be the migrants and the measures to manage their situation and their integration in many countries. For this to happen, many structural changes in our society must be implemented. These are indicated by Uranus at 150 ° from the eclipse. Uranus also symbolizes the resistance to integration, despite the existing needs. But not everyone agrees with humanitarian aid and the issuing of visas.

       However, on a personal level, we can use the eclipse instead of suffering from it, by making advance purposefully situations concerning diagnostics, health, education, teaching, research, or simply by participating in conversations that will leave a deep and interesting footprint... And if there are psychological problems of personal integration, difficulties in relating or feeling accepted, it is also positive to work on them during this next semester, with many chances that the problem will be overcome. Insecurities can wane when we work on them.

     Enjoy the solar eclipse! Stay tuned for the analysis of the next Lunar eclipse on September 27/28.

Carlos Duarte
Research Astrologer

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August 17/18: Mercury, Juno and star cluster M48 intensify communications; Chiron, Mars and The Box do repairs, study and heal

August 17/18: Mercury in parallel to Juno, in contra to star cluster M48.

     This combination represents an excellent communication in relationships, so it is advisable to take advantage of it and have in-depth conversations with important people. Mercury represents communication, while Juno suggests intimacy and commitment. Therefore, it is an excellent time to strengthen ties through a deep and effective communication: significant goals may be achieved.

    Further, included in this trend is star cluster M48 in the constellation Hydra, whose combination of stars of spectral type A and G reveals a strong need to be listened to. Its brightest star has a luminosity of 70 times that of our Sun, which obviously symbolizes an entity that draws attention. It is advisable, then, to find the right forum for our ideas. While there may be great conversations and exchange of good advice, egocentric needs may be strong too and could involve an abuse of the time of other people. Therefore, power games are likely to appear in relationships, and also a strong competence to impose certain ideas or just to attract people's attention and dramatize.

      However, the best expression of this trend is to break competitive attitudes and let the information flow; Mercury seeks objectivity. As Mercury also represents negotiations, you can close good deals, today, too. In all cases, Juno asks for a fair exchange. It is an excellent day to promote ideas and projects, as M48 certainly suggests that they will not go unnoticed.

     Moreover, Chiron is in opposition to the group of galaxies The Box and sesquisquare (135 °) to Mars. This suggests organized energy to make needed repairs, either at home, at work or in our mind. This may require concentration and an investment of resources, but results can be very constructive. The Box is a group of galaxies that, as seen from Earth, form a rectangle, suggesting order and structure. Chiron, on its own, is one of the great healers and repair experts of the solar system ... This mix suggests an excellent time for studying and also for health issues... if suitable therapies are used. On the other hand, misapplied or uncontrolled energy can have negative consequences, such as accidents or counterproductive reactions. It is therefore advisable to exercise caution, avoid confrontations and avoid connecting with potentially violent or intense situations. In any case, it may help to heal any wounds, physical or psychological, that we may find around us ..

   This time, Chiron comes with a very good tool Box! Take advantage of it.

Carlos Duarte
Research Astrologer
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February 3rd: Neptune enters Pisces emphasizing social assistance over the next 14 years; Vesta and Saturn in parallel enhance concentration, Mercury and Pluto are profound enough to change our view.

February 3rd:  Mercury in parallel to Pluto and star cluster M25 represents an opportunity to regenerate the mind and make changes in everyday procedures that no longer work. This combination is good to fully investigate any situation or topic, but particularly to focus attention in the past. The insights can be strong and regenerative. Under this transit, beware of potential loss, theft and abuse by staying alert. Do not let simple doubts grow into paranoias or obsessions. Vesta parallel to Saturn in opposition to The Box, a group of 4 galaxies shows a good opportunity to concentrate, ideal for resolving pending issues and advance work and personal projects with dedication and structure. Vesta's opposition to the group of galaxies called "The Box" shows that in order to achieve this it is necessary to escape from society's demands. You have to distribute wisely the time between social and personal issues. This combination is also positive to settle family matters, but these may turn out to be very absorbent and itis necessary to take a healthy distance from them at some point. But the most significant event today  is certainly Neptune entering the sign of Pisces, its own zodiacal sign in which it will stay until 2026. The planet of transcendental idealism enters its territory and begins a period in which the emphasis will be on social assistance in helping the marginalized, sick, forgotten by civilization and/or affected by climate change.

The  chart shows Neptune in Pisces, conjunct with Chiron, showing a healing trend with an emphasis on social orientation and support


  The emergence of a new type of socialism is quite likely, but not as part of the structure of the State, but directly from the people of the Earth. If this sounds too idealistic,  we need to take itno account that there might be in this period natural disasters that will force us to organize ourselves much better. On the other hand, this position also emphasizes confusion, religious fanaticism, drug trafficking and social chaos. If you want to know more about this important astrological event, you can check the article here at the Galactic Guide. Meanwhile, we all must tune in into this new process/frequency. Let's do what is on our hands as individuals to recover, as a society, a healing and preserving lifestyle that we never should have lost sight of.