July astrological forecast

JULY 2025

ORACLE CARD OF THE MONTH: “Regenerative Action” (Pluto in

Earth). Our resourcefulness, persistence, and profound resilience

give us the capacity to endure extreme conditions with very little

complaint. Great at discerning what is useful from what is not, we

have the potential to create much wealth this month, both on a

material and spiritual level. Yet, we should beware of becoming

overly dependent on physical possessions, insatiably greedy,

ruthless, exploitative, dictatorial or fanatical. A deep

consciousness that we are Earth’s stewards encourages strong

desires to re-form society. But we should remember that to be

understood, we need to understand ourselves, and that to change

the world, we need to change ourselves.

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Pluto remains retrograde this whole month until October 13 The

degrees covered in July (3º96’-2º27’ Aquarius) are associated with

the following images: “A Hindu yogi demonstrates his healing

powers” and “A deserter from the Navy”. The dangers of blindly

identifying with a group or society’s dictates, separating from

Nature, failing to listen to the wisdom of our bodies, and relying

too heavily on technology are becoming apparent. The depth of the

abyss separating the people from their governments is becoming

glaringly obvious, leading to the need to rely on our inner voice, tap

into our personal resources, follow our intuition, take full

responsibility for the choices we make and have made, and embrace

our mastery.

Neptune turns retrograde on Friday July 4 till December 10 th .

The degree traveled in July (2º11’-2º00’ Aries) is symbolized by:

“The cameo profile of a man suggesting the shape of his country”. A

time of deep discovery of who we really are and where we truly

belong. Our increased sensitivity could cause some indecision. We

may feel somewhat lost. The dreams we had could no longer hold

precedence. But we are also realizing that we not society’s slaves,

but that our individual choices and decisions shape the collective,

and that nothing, and no one, is separated from the whole.

Uranus enters Gemini on Monday July 7 till November 9 before

entering Gemini for good on April 26, 2026 till 2033. It is worth

noting that during the second world war, Uranus was also in Gemini

(1941-1948). During the next 4 months, we shall get a first taste of

what will be unfolding in the next 7 years. During this cycle, we

should expect much restlessness, a lot of volatile energies, sudden

changes of alliances, trading disruptions, and massive emigration

dissolving the notion of borders. Brilliant ideas, genius intuitions,

new inventions, advanced technologies, flying, driverless cars will

surface. UFO sightings and traveling into space might become more

common place. Plugs and batteries might disappear completely.

Learning methods could speed up drastically, revolutionizing

education as we know it. As humanity is changing at lightning speed,

social structures are likely to become quite chaotic. In the face of

a deep need for freedom, established systems are unlikely to

survive. Progressive groups will come together to form new

coalitions and organizations based on futuristic ideals. Life is likely

to become both surprising and quite unpredictable. Everything on

both a personal and collective level will be dramatically shaken up

forcing us to be embrace our truth, express what is unique about

ourselves, and pursue our genuine desires. Deciding from one day to

the next to drop everything, changing our lives radically, and

stepping into the complete unknown can be both exhilarating and

cause wild disturbances but that is the price required to reinvent

our lives based on our authentic self.

Saturn turns retrograde on Sunday July 13 till November 27.

The degree covered in July (1º56-1º40’ Aries) is represented by: “A

comedian reveals human nature”. We are being asked to review our

truth hidden beneath our social persona. The masks we have

identified with, either to conceal our insecurities or to further our

egotistical ambitions, are now falling. There will be many surprises

as some people’s lack of authenticity will be exposed in a glaring

light. It will be revealed how shockingly different they are from

who they pretended to be. A period of great cleansing and coming

to terms with reality, not as it has been glossed over or faked, but

as it really is.

Mercury turns retrograde on Thursday 7/17 at 15º34’ Leo till

August 11 when it will have reached 4º21’ Leo. Its shadow period

remains until August 25. Apart from the usual technological

disruptions, mechanical failures, misunderstandings, delays, and

lost… everything, this particularly retrogradation invites us to

rethink our romantic relationships, revisit our creativity, and re-

examine our attitudes towards children. Have we made poor

partner choices in the past? Have we delayed having children and

now feel an urgency to start a family? Have we neglected our

offsprings or taken our loved ones for granted? Are there art

projects lying around that we never completed? Have we always

wanted to join an acting class and never had the time, the money,

or the courage to do it? These are all questions that will surface

during the next new 3 weeks that we should answer with great

honesty.

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The Moon will be Void of Course (V/O –forming no major aspect

with any planet before entering the following sign-):

On Tuesday 7/1 between 1:47 PM and 2:16 PM: when the Moon

enters Libra.

From Wednesday 7/2 at 12:30 PM till Friday 7/4 at 2:33 AM:

when the Moon enters Scorpio.

On Sunday 7/6 between 3:04 PM and 3:06 PM (2 minutes!):

when the Moon enters Sagittarius.

From Monday 7/7 at 2:29 PM till Wednesday 7/9 at 1:55 AM:

when the Moon enters Capricorn.

From Thursday 7/10 at 1:37 PM till Friday 7/11 at 10:21 AM:

when the Moon enters Aquarius.

From Saturday 7/12 at 12:45 PM till Sunday 7/13 at 4:45 PM:

when the Moon enters Pisces.

On Tuesday 7/15 between 10:10 AM and 9:32 PM: when the

Moon enters Aries.

From Thursday 7/17 at 5:38 PM till Friday 7/18 at 12:59 AM:

when the Moon enters Taurus.

From Saturday 7/19 at 11:43 PM till Sunday 7/20 at 3:22

AM: when the Moon enters Gemini.

From Monday 7/21 at 12:52 PM till Tuesday 7/22 at 5:26 AM:

when the Moon enters Cancer.

From Wednesday 7/23 at 5:42 PM till Thursday 7/24 at 8:28

AM: when the Moon enters Leo.

On Saturday 7/26 between 4:02 AM and 1:55 PM: when the

Moon enters Virgo.

On Monday 7/28 between 5:57 PM and 10:43 PM: when the

Moon enters Libra.

From Tuesday 7/29 at 8:59 PM till Thursday 7/31 at 10:25

AM: when the Moon enters Scorpio.

Mark these periods in red in your calendar and avoid scheduling

anything of importance during these times as they would amount

to… NO thing!

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Scheduling our activities using the zodiacal position of the Moon

Moon in Virgo until Tuesday 7/1 at 2:15 PM + between Saturday

7/26 at 1:55 PM and Monday 7/28 at 10:42 PM: Excellent for

starting a new fitness program, learning, healthy nutrition, fasting,

clearing our closets, cleaning our home, reorganizing our drawers….

Perfect also for detailed work, the focused use of our intelligence,

and taking care of small pets….

Moon in Libra between Tuesday 7/1 at 2:16 PM and Friday 7/4 at

2:32 AM + between Monday 7/28 at 10:43 PM and Thursday 7/31

at 10:24 AM: Great for relationships, associations, diplomatic

exchanges with others, anything related to beauty (a haircut,

buying new clothes, a make-over…), art (especially painting and

decorating…), a pleasant social event (concert, art exhibition…).

Moon in Scorpio between Friday 7/4 at 2:33 AM and Sunday 7/6

at 3:05 PM + between Thursday 7/31 at 10:25 AM and Saturday

August 2 at 10:59 PM: Perfect for scientific research, esoteric

studies, self-transformation, shamanism, dealing with the

mysteries of life, death, and sexuality, as well as insurances and

issues involving personal power.

Moon in Sagittarius between Sunday 7/6 at 3:06 PM and

Wednesday 7/9 at 1:54 AM: Perfect for traveling, religious and/or

philosophical activities or matters related to higher education and

the law. Excellent for lecturing, learning, perfecting a foreign

language, exploring other cultures… Perfect also for athletic

training and tending to large animals (horses….).

Moon in Capricorn between Wednesday 7/9 at 1:55 AM and Friday

7/11 at 10:20 AM: Good for furthering our ambitions, asking for a

promotion, enlisting the support of people in positions of authority,

making a good impression, re-structuring our business, and

redefining our long-term goals…

Moon in Aquarius between Friday 7/11 at 10:21 AM and Sunday

7/13 at 4:44 PM: Perfect for philanthropic activities, charitable

organizations, meeting with friends, making new acquaintances.

Good also for inventions, far out, progressive ideas, inter-

dimensional and time travel, anything related to UFOs, computers,

and technology in general….

Moon in Pisces between Sunday 7/13 at 4:45 PM and Tuesday 7/15

at 9:31 PM: Great for meditating, sitting by the ocean, anything

related to the sacred, dancing, painting, swimming, dreaming, music,

photography, film, sleeping, channeling, connecting with the

mystical, the magic and the oneness of all that is…

Moon in Aries between Tuesday 7/15 at 9:32 PM and Friday 7/18

at 12:58 AM: Perfect for intense physical activities, anything

requiring forceful, direct action and self-assertion. Good also for

leadership, spontaneity, good will, being a way shower, initiating

new projects or bringing our car to the mechanic….

Moon in Taurus between Friday 7/18 at 12:59 AM and Sunday

7/20 at 3:21 AM: Perfect for any financial matter: paying our

bills/debts, asking for the money that is owed to us, opening a bank

account, investing in real estate, buying, and selling. Perfect also

for a stroll in the park, going to the countryside, connecting with

our Mother the Earth… Good also for gardening, pottery, sculpting,

as well as bodywork…

Moon in Gemini between Sunday 7/20 at 3:22 AM and Tuesday

7/22 at 5:25 AM: Excellent for multi-tasking, curiosity, any form

of communication, exchanging information, sending e-mails, calling

friends and acquaintances. Great also for social activities,

attending conferences, reading a book, watching a documentary,

gathering data on various topics, connecting with new people….

Moon in Cancer between Tuesday 7/22 at 5:26 AM and Thursday

7/24 at 8:27 AM: Perfect for family activities, especially those

involving children. Good for spending more time at home, cooking,

nurturing ourselves and those we love, inviting the people we

cherish over for dinner. Excellent also for drawing, creative

writing, humor, and anything requiring imagination and a touch of

craziness….

Moon in Leo between Thursday 7/24 at 8:28 AM and Saturday

7/26 at 1:54 PM: Excellent for anything glamorous, dramatic

performances, being in the public’s eye, throwing or attending an

elegant party, playing with children, romance, and creativity in

general…

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This month’s intentional meditation starts on Thursday 7/10.

Take out as many blank sheets of paper as you have intentions and

place them near a window, on a balcony or in a garden so that they

bask in the light of the Full Moon in Capricorn at exactly 1:37

PM. Once that moment has passed, gather your Full Moon charged

blank sheets and place them in a folder until the next New Moon.

On Thursday 7/24, take out your blank full moon charged papers

and write on each a concise, positive intention. Place them on a

balcony, in a garden or near a window so that they are out by

exactly 12:11 PM for the New Moon in Leo. Once that moment

has passed, staple them together and put them away in a folder

expecting the manifestation of all your dreams….

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Friday 7/4: Venus Conjunct Uranus (5:45 AM), Venus enters

Gemini (8:31 AM) till 7/30

Today, our creative inspiration is particularly original,

individualistic, spiritual, and intuitive. New, exciting, eccentric

friendships, and business association are favored. An unusual

romance could develop through mutual friends, a group activity or

unexpected circumstances. It may or may not last depending on

how much freedom we are willing to grant each other.

During the coming 3-1/2 weeks, our social life is likely to become

more fun and varied. Friendlier than usual, we are curious, demand

more freedom, seek lighter connections, may be a little changeable

or inconsistent in our affections, and disinclined to settle down. If

we are careful to not spend our money frivolously, this period is

great for developing varied sources of income from hobbies or

small activities through which we communicate ideas that bring us

pleasure.

Sunday 7/6: Venus Sextile Saturn (1:43 AM), Venus Sextile

Neptune (7:47 AM)

We approach our social life with seriousness, dedication, and the

need for a long-term commitment. We are attracted to people who

are mature, responsible, loyal, and faithful. Yet, that does not

prevent magic for being in the air. We could however drift into a

romantic dream that is not completely in synch with reality,

believing to have met our spirit partner, which may, or may not, be

true. If we stay grounded and do not gloss over the little concerns

we may have, this can indeed mark the beginning of a solid, soul-

connected relationship that will grow with time. Our creative

talents are enhanced. Supported by required disciplined work, they

take form concretely.

Monday 7/7: Uranus enters Gemini (12:45 AM) till November

9, Venus Trine Pluto (1:44 AM)

Re-Uranus in Gemini, kindly refer to the opening paragraph. More

specifically, just today, our feelings are stronger than usual.

Emotions that had been buried for a while come to the surface to

be reexamined, purged, and released. Love is a powerful catalyst of

transformation, likely to bring profound changes in our life. Our

values around money could shift. Partnerships might go through

some upheavals, and revelations are likely to lead to clearer, new

beginnings.

Thursday 7/17: Mercury turns retrograde (9:45 PM) till August

11

Kindly refer to the opening paragraph.

Friday 7/18: Mercury Sextile Venus (6:37 AM)

A day inviting us to relax and enjoy the nice things of life. Our

appreciation of beauty and culture is enhanced. We express our

feelings nicely, with consideration, and respect. Relationships may

be a little superficial and casual, but they are pleasant and

peaceful. Perfect for gathering with friends or an easy flowing

date.

Tuesday 7/22: Sun enters Leo (6:29 AM) till August 22, Sun

Sextile Uranus (10:32 PM)

The coming month highlights romance and creativity. Our self-

confidence is high, our leadership abilities are enhanced, we are

honorable, courageous, warmhearted, generous, and optimistic. Any

position in the limelight that showcases our organizational abilities

and requires of us to take energetic risks is supported. Ardent in

love, we express our feelings in dramatic displays of affection.

Today, more specifically, we should expect the unexpected! Plans

could be disrupted, creative changes occur, and interesting

situations arise. Our social life is likely to become quite dynamic.

Our sense of timing is impeccable. A perfect day for inventions,

intellectual activities, and independent enterprises.

Wednesday 7/23: Venus Square Mars (1:23 AM)

Not the best day for social activities or financial transactions. We

may be rather tactless. Family relationships could be a little

strained. People tend to be hypersensitive and easily irritable.

Emotional confrontations are likely. Impatience, aggressivity,

criticism, frustrations, and disappointments are possible. We could

be pursued by some we are not attracted to, while the person we

like, blows hot and cold. Our sexual drive is intensified but could be

disrupted by quarrels and capriciousness. Jealousy might cause

heated arguments. We may not be super wise in our financial

dealings. Impulsive spending is likely to invite scarcity. A vigorous

physical activity can help us release pent-up emotional tensions.

Thursday 7/24: Sun Trine Saturn (4:23 AM), Sun Trine

Neptune (10:31 AM), Sun Opposition Pluto (11:33 PM)

A good day to re-examine our habits, the structures of our life,

and put our domestic as well as our work circumstances in order.

Not taking any unnecessary chance, nor wasting any valuable

resources, we tend to be methodical, organized, and respectful

with regard to those in positions of authority. Our idealism is

stimulated. Our enthusiasm, empathy, psychic ability, and intuition

are greatly enhanced. Our insights into business, the stock market,

art, music, and religion are deeper than usual. Forcing

circumstances, an overbearing will, attempts at manipulation only

provoke passive aggressive responses. Today, the right path to

successful, harmonious relationships, and great accomplishments is

to yield -yet without compromising our integrity, listen to the wise

advice of others, be willing to cooperate for the highest good of all

involved in a spirit of adventure, dignity, and sympathy. Openly

discussing the problems at hand, helps maintain a healthy balance.

Wednesday 7/30: Venus enters Cancer (8:57 PM) till August 25

During the coming 3 weeks, we are deeply sensitive, vulnerable,

dreamy, imaginative, maybe easily hurt, and prone to unpredictable

mood swings. More home buddies than usual, we are very focused

on our loved ones, and not beyond demonstrating a little clinginess

or over-tenaciousness. To not make others feel smothered, we

need to be careful to not become too possessive. We value stable,

old-fashioned domestic circumstances, enjoy mothering friends,

children, and family members. Our finances may fluctuate. We are

most concerned with long-term security. A good period to open a

savings’ account, enjoy activities with children -or nurture our

inner child, cook, draw, paint, read or write a romance novel.

Friday 7/31: Sun Conjunct Mercury (4:41 PM)

A great day for meeting people, doing errands, learning something

new, teaching, writing, setting goals, returning calls, buying, selling,

trading or starting a training program. Our mind is alert, curious,

and interested in improving our skills.

Wishing you a meaningful month of July!

In Loving Light.

Michelle Karén, M.A., D.F.Astrol.S.

June astrological forecast

JUNE 2025

ORACLE CARD OF THE MONTH: “Seriousness of Purpose”

(Saturn in Earth). Dealing with the matters at hand requires

discipline, hard work, discipline, and organization. Protective of our

security, we feel that nothing is deserved that does not involve

some effort on our part. We need to demonstrate prudence,

caution, focus, reliability, and stability in our financial affairs, as

well as honesty in our business endeavors. Challenges are analyzed

methodically with an attention to practical details. Our progress

may be slow, but it is steady and leads to solid results.

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Pluto remains retrograde this whole month until October 13 The

degree covered in June (3º39’-3º10 Aquarius) is symbolized by: “A

Hindu yogi demonstrates his healing powers”. We are encouraged to

tap into our inner mastery. Trust in our own powers, meditation,

serenity, and faith perform miracles.

Venus enters Taurus on Thursday June 5 till July 4. During the

coming month, we are drawn to peace, beauty, safety, and comfort.

Spending time in Nature, gardening, treating ourselves to a

massage and some good food are all very pleasurable activities. A

deep desire to find emotional security and stability in our

relationships is a motivating force. We feel more sensual, relaxed,

even lazy, but our emotions are grounded in common sense. We do

not court illusions or chase vague dreams. Our approach to love is

practical, kind, and gentle. This is a wonderful time to start a

serious romance. Our attitude towards financial matters also is

practical. Material possessions are important. We are more careful

with our resources, want stability, and seek ways to insure a

regular income that enables us to offer ourselves some luxuries,

beautiful art, nice furniture, and soft clothes.

Jupiter enters Cancer on June 9 until June 29, 2026. During

the coming year, children, family, food, security, and home-related

interests come to the forefront. We could take an active interest

in our lineage, explore our family tree, and wish to connect to our

ancestors. Many people in their search for where they truly belong

could move to a whole new location or wish to return to their roots.

Large movements of population and the integration of immigrants

could become matters of great concern. We are likely to want to

turn our home into a warm, protective, welcoming, friendly

sanctuary where people like to retreat, cook, eat, or share

religious, philosophical or educational activities. Renovating,

expanding our home, making it more comfortable becomes a

priority, but in some cases, we could place too much emphasis on

external signs of wealth, and insist excessively on its opulence. The

ownership of small, affordable homes could become quite popular.

Safety could become a big concern, prompting like-spirited people

to gather in village-type settings. Building, investing in real estate

is encouraged. Owning a piece of land where we can plant an

orchard or grow a vegetable garden is appealing. Any business

dealing with antiques, domestic items, food supplies, or articles for

children is favored. Cooking shows could become even more popular.

But homelessness, starvation, malnutrition, as well as possible food

shortages could also become a challenge. Opinions on important

matters are likely to fluctuate. Emotions run high. Our imagination

and intuition are particularly powerful. With a higher level of self-

confidence and an ability to be more in touch with our inner self,

come a deeper need to face truths about ourselves that in the past

we may have been reluctant to look at. Instilling trust, kindness,

and high moral and religious values in children becomes a focus. We

are also concerned with their welfare and education. Our business

acumen is increased, as is our capacity to acquire wealth and save

money for a rainy day. A very benevolent, prolific, and protective

one year cycle.

Mars enters Virgo on June 17 till August 6. The next 7 weeks

are great for putting order in our papers, reorganizing our affairs,

starting a diet, and committing to a solid exercise program. We are

invited to be ingenious, industrious, practical, focused, and

efficient. We should plan our actions carefully, execute them

systematically, and be more than willing to work hard while being

careful to not reach the point of exhaustion. Anxiety and worry

could deplete our nervous energy. Focusing on petty details,

squandering valuable energy on incidentals, could make us lose sight

of the tree for the forest and lead to a certain narrowness of

effort. Excessively obsessed with a need for constant activity

could create a lot of restlessness. Eager to be of service, we are

kind and helpful, yet could be a little more fussy, critical, and

fastidious than usual. We should do our best to maintain a steady

routine and honor our responsibilities. Scientists, surgeons,

mechanics, and craftsmen are favored. Possible tensions caused by

emotional frustration or inhibitions, are best redirected through

precise, mechanical work, hiking, or yoga. During the next 7 weeks,

we are encouraged to pay attention to our health, nutrition, and

cleanliness habits. We are likely to feel strongly about the

environment and may want to devote a lot of energy on causes

defending the Earth. Relaxation may not come easily to us, but

spending quality time in Nature, gardening or hiking can help us

unwind a little.

Wednesday 6/18, Jupiter Square Neptune: One of the most

important transits of the year, it is not an easy one. An unbalanced

religious enthusiasm could lead to disastrous consequences. We

could fall prey to smooth talkers who misrepresent a situation,

selling us a glowing project with no substance at all. Losses through

litigations, speculations, gambling or a scandal are possible. Overly

trusting, we could bestow gifts to people with ill intentions. And

even if we are convinced we are doing the right thing, our actions

could be based on completely fallacious values. The effects of this

aspect can last up to 2 weeks during which we should exercise

discernment and remain as grounded as possible.

On Thursday 6/26 Mercury enters Leo till September 2. During

the next 9 weeks, we express our ideas rather dramatically. Our

positive thinking, enthusiasm, cheerfulness, and optimism help us

get things done. Our mind is super creative. We are organized,

great at giving sound orders, and carry out our responsibilities with

strength, confidence, and warmth. Teachers bring out the best in

their students. With foresight, determination, and a good dose of

humor, we manage to fit pleasurable activities in our rigorous

schedule.

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The Moon will be Void of Course (V/O –forming no major aspect

with any planet before entering the following sign-):

On Sunday 6/1 between 4:38 PM and 8:00 PM: when the Moon

enters Virgo.

On Wednesday 6/4 between 4:11 AM and 6:38 AM: when the

Moon enters Libra.

On Friday 6/6 between 6:04 PM and 7:23 PM: when the Moon

enters Scorpio.

On Monday 6/9 between 5:06 AM and 7:56 AM: when the Moon

enters Sagittarius.

On Wednesday 6/11 between 12:58 PM and 6:55 PM: when the

Moon enters Capricorn.

On Saturday 6/14 between 1:52 AM and 4:00 AM: when the

Moon enters Aquarius.

On Monday 6/16 between 10:31 AM and 11:09 AM: when the

Moon enters Pisces.

On Wednesday 6/18 between 2:34 PM and 4:08 PM: when the

Moon enters Aries.

On Friday 6/20 between 6:49 PM and 6:53 PM (only 4

minutes!): when the Moon enters Taurus.

On Sunday 6/22 between 6:50 PM and 7:57 PM: when the Moon

enters Gemini.

From Monday 6/23 at 1:26 AM till Tuesday 6/24 at 8:44 PM:

when the Moon enters Cancer.

On Thursday 6/26 between 10:16 PM and 11:05 PM: when the

Moon enters Leo.

On Sunday 6/29 between 4:03 AM and 4:44 AM: when the

Moon enters Virgo.

Mark these periods in red in your calendar and avoid scheduling

anything of importance during these times as they would amount

to… NO thing!

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Scheduling our activities using the zodiacal position of the Moon

Moon in Virgo between Sunday 6/1 at 8:00 PM and Wednesday

6/4 at 6:37 AM + between Sunday 6/29 between 4:44 AM and

Tuesday 6/1 at 2:15 PM: Excellent for starting a new fitness

program, learning, healthy nutrition, fasting, clearing our closets,

cleaning our home, reorganizing our drawers…. Perfect also for

detailed work, the focused use of our intelligence, and taking care

of small pets….

Moon in Libra between Wednesday 6/4 at 6:38 AM and Friday 6/6

at 7:22 PM: Great for relationships, associations, diplomatic

exchanges with others, anything related to beauty (a haircut,

buying new clothes, a make-over…), art (especially painting and

decorating…), a pleasant social event (concert, art exhibition…).

Moon in Scorpio between Friday 6/6 at 7:23 PM and Monday 6/9

at 7:55 AM: Perfect for scientific research, esoteric studies, self-

transformation, shamanism, dealing with the mysteries of life,

death, and sexuality, as well as insurances and issues involving

personal power.

Moon in Sagittarius between Monday 6/9 at 7:56 AM and

Wednesday 6/11 at 6:54 PM: Perfect for traveling, religious and/or

philosophical activities or matters related to higher education and

the law. Excellent for lecturing, learning, perfecting a foreign

language, exploring other cultures… Perfect also for athletic

training and tending to large animals (horses….).

Moon in Capricorn between Wednesday 6/11 at 6:55 PM and

Saturday 6/14 at 3:59 AM: Good for furthering our ambitions,

asking for a promotion, enlisting the support of people in positions

of authority, making a good impression, re-structuring our

business, and redefining our long-term goals…

Moon in Aquarius between Saturday 6/14 at 4:00 AM and Monday

6/16 at 11:08 AM: Perfect for philanthropic activities, charitable

organizations, meeting with friends, making new acquaintances.

Good also for inventions, far out, progressive ideas, inter-

dimensional and time travel, anything related to UFOs, computers,

and technology in general….

Moon in Pisces between Monday 6/16 at 11:09 AM and Wednesday

6/18 at 4:07 PM: Great for meditating, sitting by the ocean,

anything related to the sacred, dancing, painting, swimming,

dreaming, music, photography, film, sleeping, channeling, connecting

with the mystical, the magic and the oneness of all that is…

Moon in Aries between Wednesday 6/18 at 4:08 PM and Friday

6/20 at 6:52 PM: Perfect for intense physical activities, anything

requiring forceful, direct action and self-assertion. Good also for

leadership, spontaneity, good will, being a way shower, initiating

new projects or bringing our car to the mechanic….

Moon in Taurus between Friday 6/20 at 6:53 PM and Sunday 6/22

at 7:56 PM: Perfect for any financial matter: paying our

bills/debts, asking for the money that is owed to us, opening a bank

account, investing in real estate, buying, and selling. Perfect also

for a stroll in the park, going to the countryside, connecting with

our Mother the Earth… Good also for gardening, pottery, sculpting,

as well as bodywork…

Moon in Gemini between Sunday 6/22 at 7:57 PM and Tuesday

6/24 at 8:43 PM: Excellent for multi-tasking, curiosity, any form

of communication, exchanging information, sending e-mails, calling

friends and acquaintances. Great also for social activities,

attending conferences, reading a book, watching a documentary,

gathering data on various topics, connecting with new people….

Moon in Cancer between Tuesday 6/24 at 8:44 PM and Thursday

6/26 at 11:04 PM: Perfect for family activities, especially those

involving children. Good for spending more time at home, cooking,

nurturing ourselves and those we love, inviting the people we

cherish over for dinner. Excellent also for drawing, creative

writing, humor, and anything requiring imagination and a touch of

craziness….

Moon in Leo between Thursday 6/26 at 11:05 PM and Sunday 6/29

at 4:43 AM: Excellent for anything glamorous, dramatic

performances, being in the public’s eye, throwing or attending an

elegant party, playing with children, romance, and creativity in

general…

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This month’s intentional meditation starts on Wednesday 6/11.

Take out as many blank sheets of paper as you have intentions and

place them near a window, on a balcony or in a garden so that they

bask in the light of the Full Moon in Sagittarius at exactly

12:44 AM. Once that moment has passed, gather your Full Moon

charged blank sheets and place them in a folder until the next New

Moon.

On Wednesday 6/25, take out your blank full moon charged

papers and write on each a concise, positive intention. Place them

on a balcony, in a garden or near a window so that they are out by

exactly 3:32 AM for the New Moon in Cancer. Once that

moment has passed, staple them together and put them away in a

folder expecting the manifestation of all your dreams….

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Wednesday 6/4: Venus Sextile Jupiter (7:32 PM)

Our optimism, serenity, and happy disposition make us popular and

attract abundant affection to us. Cultural events, artistic

activities, and religious endeavors are encouraged. If we don’t fall

prey to extravagance or excesses, financial affairs are very

beneficial. Excellent for a foreign investment and planning our

material future. Legal matters are likely to turn to our advantage.

This is also a very good transit for a long-distance trip that

enriches our consciousness.

Thursday 6/5: Mercury Sextile Mars (3:10 PM), Venus enters

Taurus (9:43 PM) till July 4

A great day to initiate a project requiring strategy, leadership

abilities, intellectual competence, sharp mental energy, and quick

decisions. We execute our plans with energy, vigor,

resourcefulness, and enthusiasm. This is an excellent transit for

money-making endeavors, sales, promoting an item, signing a

contract, engaging in a competitive sport, doing home repairs, and

improving our living circumstances. Re-Venus in Taurus, kindly

refer to the opening paragraph.

Sunday 6/8: Mercury Conjunct Jupiter (1:12 PM), Mercury

enters Cancer (3:58 PM) till 6/26

Comfortable with both facts and theory, we integrate the abstract

and the concrete. An excellent transit for any kind of study,

higher education, and communication. Our ideas flow easily. We are

optimistic, positive and express our ideas confidently. Our

judgement is sound. An excellent day for promoting a vision,

formulating agreements, signing contracts, handling legal affairs,

advertising and publishing. Perfect also for traveling, planning a

trip, or learning a foreign language. During the next 3 weeks, our

thinking is influenced by our feelings, the past, and subconscious

memories. Susceptible to other people’s opinions, we tend to learn

by osmosis and absorb information subliminally. Our memory is

excellent but maybe somewhat retentive. Slight or injury are hard

to forget, and we may harbor some resentment. Our enhanced

imagination requires a creative outlet. We tend to be primarily

focused on home, family, food, real estate, domestic products,

children, security, and safety.

Monday 6/9: Mercury Square Saturn (5:06 AM), Venus Square

Pluto (10:20 AM), Jupiter enters Cancer (2:02 PM) till June

2026, Mercury Square Neptune (3:54 PM)

A great day for any work requiring heavy mental focus and

disciplined thinking. But not so good for signing legal papers,

business transactions or negotiations, as communication tends to

be restricted. We could get tied up in tedious meetings and miss an

appointment we were looking forward to. Relationships could be

fraught with difficulties. Emotions could be stirred up by a crisis.

Tensions, resentments that had been brewing under the surface

could erupt. Issues around isolation, jealousy, sexuality,

possessiveness and control could emerge. Friends could prove

uncooperative and difficult. A lack of self-confidence, little

common sense, a certain weakness of character could lead to

discouragement. Falling prey to fraudulent speculations, getting

entangled in other people’s emotional dramas or overindulging in

drugs or alcohol is more than ever ill-advised. A day best spent

laying low. Re-Jupiter in Cancer, kindly refer to the opening

paragraph.

Wednesday 6/11: Mercury Sextile Venus (12:41 PM)

A soft day inviting us to relax, rest, and enjoy the nice things of

life. Cheerfulness, lightheartedness, grace, charm, and calm

abound. Our appreciation for beauty and culture are enhanced, and

we seek leisurely pursuits. We express ourselves with

consideration and respect. Relationships may be a little superficial,

but they are pleasant and peaceful. A good day for a nice date or a

love affair. We find the right words to express our feelings.

Sunday 6/15: Mars Square Uranus (2:47 AM), Jupiter Square

Saturn (7:36 AM)

Unexpected conditions and hectic situations could cause nervous

tension and stress, leading to erratic behavior and hasty changes.

Explosive restlessness, impatience, recklessness, temper tantrums,

rage, fury, impulsive actions, even violence, make the risk of

accidents very real today. We should be careful when driving or

manipulating sharp, metal objects. Today, it is best to refrain from

engaging in potentially dangerous sports. Family issues could feel

oppressive and limit our freedom. We could be faced with

unexpected bills. A low sense of self-esteem could make us

reluctant to honor our responsibilities. Even though we can’t really

put our finger on it, something feels off. We are required to

reassess people and situations, choose the middle road, and

persevere through the obstacles with cheerful dignity, as the

decisions we make now will have a big impact on our future.

Tuesday 6/17: Mars enters Virgo (1:35 AM) till August 6

Kindly refer to the opening paragraph.

Wednesday 6/18: Jupiter Square Neptune (8:16 PM)

Kindly refer to the opening paragraph.

Friday 6/20: the Sun enters Cancer (7:42 PM) till July 22

During the coming month, our focus is on home, family, food,

safety, and security. We are likely to be more receptive, emotional,

affectionate, sensitive, and protective. We tend to be somewhat

cautious, reserved, conservative, and contemplative. We could be

oversensitive to criticism and easily hurt by derogatory remarks.

Somewhat stubborn and moody, we are also tenacious, thoughtful,

and caring. We should however avoid falling prey to self-pity,

having childish reactions, or living in the past. We are better

listeners than usual and loyal to our true ties. Working with

children is favored. It is also a good time for collectors, engaging

in water sports, investigating history, taking a cooking class, going

on a photographic tour, or researching our family tree. Our

imagination is highly developed -in some cases maybe a little too

much. The next 4 weeks are wonderful for creating a warm,

refined atmosphere and gathering family and friends around a

home-cooked meal.

Sunday 6/22: Mars Sextile Jupiter (3:32 AM), Sun Square

Saturn (11:36 AM)

Our sense of justice is strong. We are prone to defending the

underprivileged, as well as principles and causes we believe in, with

vigor. Unable to admit defeat, we should also curb a propensity to

extravagance or over-indulgence. Nothing comes freely today. The

weight of the world might feel heavier than normal. Our

responsibilities are demanding and circumstances, a little trying.

All that is outmoded is being revealed. Yet, handling our obligations

with efficiency and dignity, working with concentration,

demonstrating organization and patience, as well as planning our

activities methodically, leads to success.

Monday 6/23: Sun Square Neptune (1:29 AM)

Our energy could be rather low and we may not be particularly

clear-minded. Dreamy, indecisive, and impractical, a lack of self-

confidence, little common sense, a certain weakness of character,

and an over-active imagination could distort our perceptions leading

to delusions. Indulging in drugs or alcohol, getting entangled in

fraudulent financial situations or other people’s dramas are great

dangers today. Best to lay low, rest, stay humble, and choose peace

and silence.

Tuesday 6/24: Sun Conjunct Jupiter (8:17 AM)

One of the happiest days of the year. Excellent for initiating a new

project and expanding the range of our activities. Our moral

standards are high. We seize opportunities with optimism and

confidence, reaching even beyond our own expectations. Sales are

lucrative. Outdoor activities requiring vitality and exuberance are

favored, as is anything broadening our intellectual and spiritual

horizons. Long-distance traveling, joining a training program, a

church or a university-level course help us expand our worldview

and enrich our consciousness.

Thursday 6/26: Mercury Sextile Uranus (2:45 AM), Sun

Sextile Mars (7:11 AM), Mercury enters Leo (12:09 PM) till

September 2

An electric, stimulating day. Intellectual brilliance, flashes of

intuition, a high degree of self-reliance, independent, original

thinking, and an expanded vision help us transcend the limits of

normal reason. We may rush into action without much discipline or

attention to details, but our quick-wittedness, resourcefulness and

creative intelligence see us to the finish line. Our dynamic energy,

pioneering spirit, spontaneity, self-motivation, confidence,

enthusiasm, and energetic disposition are inspiring. Challenges

encourage us to act in even more daring ways. Re-Mercury in Leo,

kindly refer to the opening paragraph.

Friday 6/27: Mercury Trine Saturn (8:53 PM)

Our mind is pragmatic, methodical, and controlled. Our critical

faculties are sharp, our organizational abilities superb, and we

express ourselves directly, with honesty and logic. A great day to

focus on useful information, work out the finer details, and study

quietly. Advice from older, wiser, more experienced and successful

people is helpful.

Saturday 6/28: Mercury Trine Neptune (4:58 AM)

A great day to focus on our dreams and create a vision-board.

Drawn to the intangible, mystical aspects of life, our intuition is

highly developed. Our capacity for visualization and our artistic

talents are enhanced. We speak in a manner that catches other

people’s imagination. This transit is excellent for pleasurable

activities, and brings tremendous creative inspiration best

channeled through film, photography, dance, painting or music.

Sunday 6/29: Mercury Opposition Pluto (12:57 AM)

Our acute awareness helps us understand conflicting perspectives.

Prone to extreme actions, we express ourselves with power, but in

our need for absolute honesty, may prove a little too critical, blunt,

abrupt and harsh. Signing legally binding documents is not

recommended, nor are financial investments, spending recklessly,

or gambling. We may have to deal with confidential, potentially

dangerous information, and execute secret plans or undercover

projects carefully. Courtesy on the road is a must, as is

cooperating with siblings and neighbors.

Wishing you a wonderful month of June!

In Loving Light.

Michelle Karén, M.A., D.F.Astrol.S.

May astrological forecast

MAY 2025

ORACLE CARD OF THE MONTH: Mercury in Earth, “Practical Thinking”. A month requiring of us to approach challenges with discipline, concentration, and seriousness. We should learn methodically, communicate in a matter-of-fact manner, and form opinions slowly, after having all the facts in hand. Our perceptions need to be cool, rational, and wise, and what we think we know of reality should be measured against what is truly real. 

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Sunday 5/4, Pluto turns retrograde at 3º49’ Aquarius until October 13 when it will have reached 1º22’ Aquarius. Its shadow period will remain until February 5, 2026. The degree it turns retrograde is symbolized by: “A Hindu yogi demonstrates his healing powers.” A time to connect to our deepest, hidden desires, trust our intuition, and reassess our sexual needs. We are also reminded of our inner power and how to tap into our own abilities to heal ourselves. An excellent time to walk away from toxic relationships or groups whose values are in conflict with ours. On a more collective level, corrupt individuals in leadership positions who abused their privileges, are being exposed and flushed out.

Saturday 5/10, Mercury enters Taurus till Sunday 5/25. During the next 2 weeks, our common sense is strong, our thinking may be slower but it is cautious, practical, formal, and conservative. Our judgement is prudent, our general attitude, calm, and our powers of concentration, greater than usual. Once a decision is made, we stubbornly stick to it. We seek solid, logical facts, are thorough, sensible, and deliberate in our thinking, and demonstrate good management skills, a lot of endurance and patience.

Saturday 5/24, Saturn enters Aries till September 1 for the first time in 28 years! This first entry in Aries, amplifies our resourcefulness. Capable of applying new methods in a practical manner to enhance both our personal and professional life, we excel in positions of authority. While working to achieve our ambitions, we also explore uncharted territory giving us the courage to take risks that favor growth. We are given the chance to both re-invent and define our unique individuality. Diving headfirst into new ideas which have a solid basis, with patience, persistence, and concentrated efforts, enables us to build daring projects that break our routine while opening exciting, new horizons.     

Sunday 5/25: Mercury enters Gemini till June 8. During the next 2 weeks, our mind is versatile, intensely curious, perceptive, inventive, lively, and inquisitive. We are avid readers, great learners, articulate speakers, and clever writers. In our need to know a little bit about many, varied topics, we tend to be satisfied with superficial knowledge, thus becoming a jack of all trades, but master of none. Our un-emotional, objective, logical, unbiased, and somewhat impersonal reasoning abilities, enable us to see a situation from many points of view. 

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The Moon will be Void of Course (V/O –forming no major aspect with any planet before entering the following sign-):

On Saturday 5/3 between 1:02 AM and 4:29 AM: when the Moon enters Leo.

On Monday 5/5 between 6:03 AM and 12:40 PM: when the Moon enters Virgo.

From Wednesday 5/7 at 9:11 PM till Thursday 5/8 at 12:06 AM: when the Moon enters Libra.

From Friday 5/9 at 11:17 PM till Saturday 5/10 at 12:58 PM: when the Moon enters Scorpio.

From Monday 5/12 at 11:37 PM till Tuesday 5/13 at 1:35 AM: when the Moon enters Sagittarius.

On Thursday 5/15 between 11:29 AM and 12:58 PM: when the Moon enters Capricorn.

On Saturday 5/17 between 9:27 PM and 10:29 PM: when the Moon enters Aquarius.

On Tuesday 5/20 between 4:59 AM and 5:28 AM: when the Moon enters Pisces.

On Thursday 5/22 between 9:06 AM and 9:26 AM (20 minutes!): when the Moon enters Aries.

On Saturday 5/24 between 4:44 AM and 10:38 AM: when the Moon enters Taurus.

On Monday 5/26 between 6:52 AM and 10:21 AM: when the Moon enters Gemini.

On Wednesday 5/28 between 6:01 AM and 10:33 AM: when the Moon enters Cancer. 

On Friday 5/30 between 9:50 AM and 1:17 PM: when the Moon enters Leo.

Mark these periods in red in your calendar and avoid scheduling anything of importance during these times as they would amount to… NO thing!

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Scheduling our activities using the zodiacal position of the Moon

Moon in Cancer between Thursday 5/1 at 12:23 AM and Saturday 5/3 at 4:28 AM + between Wednesday 5/28 at 10:32 AM and Friday 5/30 at 1:16 PM: Perfect for family activities, especially those involving children. Good for spending more time at home, cooking, nurturing ourselves and those we love, inviting the people we cherish over for dinner. Excellent also for drawing, creative writing, humor, and anything requiring imagination and a touch of craziness….

Moon in Leo between Saturday 5/3 at 4:29 AM and Monday 5/5 at 12:39 PM: Excellent for anything glamorous, dramatic performances, being in the public’s eye, throwing or attending an elegant party, playing with children, romance, and creativity in general…

Moon in Virgo between Monday 5/5 at 12:40 PM and Thursday 5/8 at 12:05 AM: Excellent for starting a new fitness program, learning, healthy nutrition, fasting, clearing our closets, cleaning our home, reorganizing our drawers…. Perfect also for detailed work, the focused use of our intelligence, and taking care of small pets….

Moon in Libra between Thursday 5/8 at 12:06 AM and Saturday 5/10 at 12:57 PM: Great for relationships, associations, diplomatic exchanges with others, anything related to beauty (a haircut, buying new clothes, a make-over…), art (especially painting and decorating…), a pleasant social event (concert, art exhibition…).

Moon in Scorpio between Saturday 5/10 at 12:58 PM and Tuesday 5/13 at 1:34 AM: Perfect for scientific research, esoteric studies, self-transformation, shamanism, dealing with the mysteries of life, death, and sexuality, as well as insurances and issues involving personal power.

Moon in Sagittarius between Tuesday 5/13 at 1:35 AM and Thursday 5/15 at 12:57 PM: Perfect for traveling, religious and/or philosophical activities or matters related to higher education and the law. Excellent for lecturing, learning, perfecting a foreign language, exploring other cultures… Perfect also for athletic training and tending to large animals (horses….).

Moon in Capricorn between Thursday 5/15 at 12:58 PM and Saturday 5/17 at 10:28 PM: Good for furthering our ambitions, asking for a promotion, enlisting the support of people in positions of authority, making a good impression, re-structuring our business, and redefining our long-term goals…

Moon in Aquarius between Saturday 5/17 at 10:29 PM and Tuesday 5/20 at 5:27 AM: Perfect for philanthropic activities, charitable organizations, meeting with friends, making new acquaintances. Good also for inventions, far out, progressive ideas, inter-dimensional and time travel, anything related to UFOs, computers, and technology in general….

Moon in Pisces between Tuesday 5/20 at 5:28 AM and Thursday 5/22 at 9:25 AM: Great for meditating, sitting by the ocean, anything related to the sacred, dancing, painting, swimming, dreaming, music, photography, film, sleeping, channeling, connecting with the mystical, the magic and the oneness of all that is…

Moon in Aries between Thursday 5/22 at 9:26 AM and Saturday 5/24 at 10:37 AM: Perfect for intense physical activities, anything requiring forceful, direct action and self-assertion. Good also for leadership, spontaneity, good will, being a way shower, initiating new projects or bringing our car to the mechanic….

Moon in Taurus between Saturday 5/24 at 10:38 AM and Monday 5/26 at 10:20 AM: Perfect for any financial matter: paying our bills/debts, asking for the money that is owed to us, opening a bank account, investing in real estate, buying, and selling. Perfect also for a stroll in the park, going to the countryside, connecting with our Mother the Earth… Good also for gardening, pottery, sculpting, as well as bodywork…

Moon in Gemini between Monday 5/26 at 10:21 AM and Wednesday 5/28 at 10:32 AM: Excellent for multi-tasking, curiosity, any form of communication, exchanging information, sending e-mails, calling friends and acquaintances. Great also for social activities, attending conferences, reading a book, watching a documentary, gathering data on various topics, connecting with new people….

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This month’s intentional meditation starts on Monday 5/12. Take out as many blank sheets of paper as you have intentions and place them near a window, on a balcony or in a garden so that they bask in the light of the Full Moon in Scorpio at exactly 9:56 AM. Once that moment has passed, gather your Full Moon charged blank sheets and place them in a folder until the next New Moon.

On Monday 5/26, take out your blank full moon charged papers and write on each a concise, positive intention. Place them on a balcony, in a garden or near a window so that they are out by exactly 8:02 PM for the New Moon in Gemini. Once that moment has passed, staple them together and put them away in a folder expecting the manifestation of all your dreams….

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Friday 5/2: Venus conjunct Neptune (10:07 AM) 

A highly idealistic, pleasant, and romantic day. Our sensitivity is greatly intensified. A relationship begun today is full of enchantment and may even feel slightly unreal. Creativity, music, painting, acting, and culture in general are appealing. Our tastes are refined. But we should beware of financial losses due to unwise speculations or concealed information.

Monday 5/5: Mercury Sextile Jupiter (10:21 AM)

An ideal transit to plan a long-distance trip, enroll in a university-level study, mingle with foreigners, start a new venture, expand our intellectual horizons, and attend a lecture, a religious or cultural event. Our tolerance, warmth, and integrity are intensified. Tapping in our resourcefulness enables us to overcome a challenge that previously seemed insurmountable.   

Tuesday 5/6: Venus Sextile Pluto (2:31 PM)

In our social life, quality and depth are more attractive than quantity. Feelings intensify. Jealousy, possessiveness, control, communication or sexual issues could erupt. An emotional crisis could bring an outmoded relationship to an end in favor of a more adapted one. In the face of forcefulness or manipulation, for the sake of peace, we should compromise and choose cooperation.

Saturday 5/10: Mercury enters Taurus (5:15 AM) till 5/25

Kindly refer to the opening paragraph. 

Monday 5/12: Mercury Square Pluto (10:23 AM)

A day of profound reflection. We are likely to take nothing at face value and want to delve deeply into any topic that crosses our path. We are introspective. Our awareness is intensified. And our insights into people and situations bring hidden aspects to light. Today, knowledge is power. Best to study life’s mysteries, keep our own counsel, and if we do need to speak, remain deliberate and calculated.

Saturday 5/17: Sun Conjunct Uranus (4:32 PM), Mercury Square Mars (9:36 PM)

An exciting day of sudden, rapid changes, unexpected new situations, schedule changes, and unusual events which could lead to much restlessness. Strong-willed, highly strung, and forcefully individualistic, we could demonstrate much impatience with old conditions. Our increased impulsivity could make us edgy, touchy, and rash. We should be careful to not become too irritable, direct, or rude as this could antagonize others. Our impatience tends to hamper our judgement. A day to be extra cautious on the road. Speeding or going through a red light is more than ever ill-advised.  

Tuesday 5/20: Sun Sextile Saturn (2:38 AM), the Sun enters Gemini (11:55 AM) till June 20 

More specifically today, making important decisions, setting long-term goals, and restructuring our life around concrete objectives are favored. Perfect for assuming a leadership role, asking for a raise or receiving a promotion. Our reserve, circumspection, maturity, and clarity of purpose earn us the respect of others. During the coming month our mind may be more curious and carefree. Monotonous activities could leave us somewhat restless. We need a lot of mental stimulation and are fast learners. Talking, reading, engaging in small trips, and meeting new people are appealing. Quick-witted, charming, and vivacious, we may also be more adaptable than usual. 

Thursday 5/22: Venus Trine Mars (12:42 AM), Sun Sextile Neptune (5:40 AM) 

Our friendliness and relaxed attitude attract the approval and support of others. A past romantic situation that was restrictive could dissolve. Our receptivity, psychic abilities, and imagination are greatly enhanced. Excellent for attending a social or cultural event. Transcending our own limitations, we express compassion, understanding, and a true concern for the suffering of those who are less privileged than ourselves. Meditating and creating art are favored.

Saturday 5/24: Sun Trine Pluto (8:55 AM), Mercury Conjunct Uranus (4:15 PM), Saturday enters Aries (8:54 PM) till September 1 

Our self-confidence, quiet power, and natural authority command the respect of others. Our insights into people and situations are intensified. Our leadership abilities are brought to the forefront.  A great day for negotiations, arbitrations, and regeneration in general. Our mind functions at lightning speed, allowing us to connect dots that are not readily connected. Yet, a tendency to jump erratically from one idea to another, a certain impatience, rebelliousness, and the strength of our willpower could also make us difficult to get along with, and alienate us from those we cherish. Re-Saturn in Aries, kindly refer to the opening paragraph. 

Sunday 5/25: Mercury enters Gemini (5:59 PM) till June 8, Mercury Sextile Saturn (6:46 PM) 

Re-Mercury in Gemini, kindly refer to the opening paragraph. Today more specifically, our self-control is strong. Our mind is structured. Our concerns are serious. Small talk, frivolity, gossip are of no interest whatsoever. Disciplined, reliable, organized, practical, and focused, we intend on fulfilling our ambitions. Excellent for ridding our desk of backlogged work. 

Monday 5/26: Mercury Sextile Neptune (1:37 PM) 

Music and poetry awaken deep feelings. Our imagination is intensified. Receptive to subtle messages, our communications are kinder and more sensitive. A wonderful transit for charitable activities, exploring metaphysical topics of interest, and developing our creativity. But not so good for any endeavor requiring logic and attention to practical details. 

Tuesday 5/27: Mercury Trine Pluto (10:56 AM) 

Our ability to X-ray situations and people, dig beneath the surface, and discover the root of any problem, attract us to scientific research, metaphysical topics of interest, and anything that is mysterious and hidden. We seek profound, serious conversations with people who are deep and loyal. Someone encountered today could have an important impact on our destiny.

Thursday 5/29: Sun Conjunct Mercury (9:13 PM) 

A great day for making new acquaintances, engaging in small trips, doing errands, learning something new, teaching, writing, returning calls, composing e-mails, selling, buying, or starting a new training program. We are talkative, curious, and eager to improve our mental skills.

Wishing you an exciting month of May!

In Loving Light.

Michelle Karén, M.A., D.F.Astrol.S.

April astrological forecast

APRIL 2025

ORACLE CARD OF THE MONTH: “Spiritual attunement” (Neptune in Water). A month requiring extreme sensitivity to subtle psychic vibrations. Something that was previously hidden could be exposed. Precognitive dreams could lead to a more profound understanding of cosmic truths. Our selfless compassion helps us sense and protect the deeper yearnings of others. Refined creative work brings peace and inner strength. 

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Monday 4/7, Mercury turns direct at 26º50’ Pisces. This degree is symbolized by: “The harvest Moon illumines a clear autumnal sky”. Communications may still be wobbly today, but all will return to normal tomorrow.

Saturday 4/12, Venus turns direct at 24º37’ Pisces. Its shadow period remains until May 16. This degree is associated in the Sabian Symbols to the following image: “A religious organization succeeds in overcoming the corrupting influence of perverted practices and materialized ideals.” Ending a period of reassessment of our relationships, we are now clear on what makes us feel loved and who is who in our lives. 

Tuesday 4/15, Mercury enters Aries till May 10. During the next 3 weeks, our mind is active, positive, impulsive, and optimistic. We jump on ideas with enthusiasm, are outspoken, inventive, go straight to the point, and grasp situations and opportunities quickly, albeit sometimes too quickly. We tend to be impatient and annoyed with delays, and don’t suffer fools easily. Details seem boring. A big panoramic view is all we feel we need to make snap judgements and leap into action. When stimulation is lacking, we may start to feel restless. An amazing time for initiating new projects, moving forward actively with our goals, and asserting our special talents.

Thursday 4/17, Mars enters Leo till June 17. During the coming 2 months, our urge to succeed is magnified. Our sense of purpose, great organization, and leadership abilities are powerful driving forces. Quite competitive when it comes to endeavors that are important to us, we need to be careful to not become too brutal, frank, egotistical, domineering, even overbearing. Gambling is not advised. A love affair started during this transit is vital, ardent, and passionate.

Wednesday 4/30, Venus enters Aries till June 5. During the next 5 weeks, our heart is on our sleeve. We could fall in love at first sight, form impulsive ties, but not be the best at handling our relationships in the long run. Even though we are demonstrative, enthusiastic, passionate, sincere, energetic, and idealistic, we could also be competitive, and eager to take daring financial initiatives. But taking uncalculated risks, being too generous, or spending money more quickly than we can earn it, could lead to heavy losses.

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The Moon will be Void of Course (V/O –forming no major aspect with any planet before entering the following sign-):

On Tuesday 4/1 between 10:43 AM and 1:26 PM: when the Moon enters Gemini.

On Thursday 4/3 between 11:26 AM and 3:50 PM: when the Moon enters Cancer.

On Saturday 4/5 between 3:54 PM and 9:34 PM: when the Moon enters Leo.

From Monday 4/7 at 9:08 PM till Tuesday 4/8 at 6:40 AM: when the Moon enters Virgo.

On Thursday 4/10 between 12:49 PM and 6:12 PM: when the Moon enters Libra.

On Sunday 4/13 between 3:01 AM and 6:54 AM: when the Moon enters Scorpio.

On Tuesday 4/15 between 7:24 PM and 7:37 PM (13 minutes!): when the Moon enters Sagittarius.

On Friday 4/18 between 4:38 AM and 7:12 AM: when the Moon enters Capricorn.

On Sunday 4/20 between 10:21 AM and 4:22 PM: when the Moon enters Aquarius.

On Tuesday 4/22 between 2:55 PM and 10:07 PM: when the Moon enters Pisces.

From Thursday 4/24 at 7:57 PM till Friday 4/25 at 12:24 AM: when the Moon enters Aries.

From Saturday 4/26 at 9:18 AM till Sunday 4/27 at 12:17 AM: when the Moon enters Taurus.

On Monday 4/28 between 10:18 PM and 11:34 PM: when the Moon enters Gemini.

From Wednesday 4/30 at 8:49 PM till Thursday 5/1 at 12:23 AM: when the Moon enters Cancer. 

Mark these periods in red in your calendar and avoid scheduling anything of importance during these times as they would amount to… NO thing!

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Scheduling our activities using the zodiacal position of the Moon

Moon in Gemini between Tuesday 4/1 at 1:26 PM and Thursday 4/3 at 3:49 PM + between Monday 4/28 at 11:34 PM and Thursday 5/1 at 12:22 AM: Excellent for multi-tasking, curiosity, any form of communication, exchanging information, sending e-mails, calling friends and acquaintances. Great also for social activities, attending conferences, reading a book, watching a documentary, gathering data on various topics, connecting with new people….

Moon in Cancer between Thursday 4/3 at 3:50 PM and Saturday 4/5 at 9:33 PM: Perfect for family activities, especially those involving children. Good for spending more time at home, cooking, nurturing ourselves and those we love, inviting the people we cherish over for dinner. Excellent also for drawing, creative writing, humor, and anything requiring imagination and a touch of craziness….

Moon in Leo between Saturday 4/5 at 9:34 PM and Tuesday 4/8 at 6:39 AM: Excellent for anything glamorous, dramatic performances, being in the public’s eye, throwing or attending an elegant party, playing with children, romance, and creativity in general…

Moon in Virgo between Tuesday 4/8 at 6:40 AM and Thursday 4/10 at 6:11 PM: Excellent for starting a new fitness program, learning, healthy nutrition, fasting, clearing our closets, cleaning our home, reorganizing our drawers…. Perfect also for detailed work, the focused use of our intelligence, and taking care of small pets….

Moon in Libra between Thursday 4/10 at 6:12 PM and Sunday 4/13 at 6:53 AM: Great for relationships, associations, diplomatic exchanges with others, anything related to beauty (a haircut, buying new clothes, a make-over…), art (especially painting and decorating…), a pleasant social event (concert, art exhibition…).

Moon in Scorpio between Sunday 4/13 at 6:54 AM and Tuesday 4/15 at 7:36 PM: Perfect for scientific research, esoteric studies, self-transformation, shamanism, dealing with the mysteries of life, death, and sexuality, as well as insurances and issues involving personal power.

Moon in Sagittarius between Tuesday 4/15 at 7:37 PM and Friday 4/18 at 7:11 AM: Perfect for traveling, religious and/or philosophical activities or matters related to higher education and the law. Excellent for lecturing, learning, perfecting a foreign language, exploring other cultures… Perfect also for athletic training and tending to large animals (horses….).

Moon in Capricorn between Friday 4/18 at 7:12 AM and Sunday 4/20 at 4:21 PM: Good for furthering our ambitions, asking for a promotion, enlisting the support of people in positions of authority, making a good impression, re-structuring our business, and redefining our long-term goals…

Moon in Aquarius between Sunday 4/20 at 4:22 PM and Tuesday 4/22 at 10:06 PM: Perfect for philanthropic activities, charitable organizations, meeting with friends, making new acquaintances. Good also for inventions, far out, progressive ideas, inter-dimensional and time travel, anything related to UFOs, computers, and technology in general….

Moon in Pisces between Tuesday 4/22 at 10:07 PM and Friday 4/25 at 12:23 AM: Great for meditating, sitting by the ocean, anything related to the sacred, dancing, painting, swimming, dreaming, music, photography, film, sleeping, channeling, connecting with the mystical, the magic and the oneness of all that is…

Moon in Aries between Friday 4/25 at 12:24 AM and Sunday 4/27 at 12:16 AM: Perfect for intense physical activities, anything requiring forceful, direct action and self-assertion. Good also for leadership, spontaneity, good will, being a way shower, initiating new projects or bringing our car to the mechanic….

Moon in Taurus between Sunday 4/27 at 12:17 AM and Monday 4/28 at 11:33 PM: Perfect for any financial matter: paying our bills/debts, asking for the money that is owed to us, opening a bank account, investing in real estate, buying, and selling. Perfect also for a stroll in the park, going to the countryside, connecting with our Mother the Earth… Good also for gardening, pottery, sculpting, as well as bodywork…

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This month’s intentional meditation starts on Saturday 4/12. Take out as many blank sheets of paper as you have intentions and place them near a window, on a balcony or in a garden so that they bask in the light of the Full Moon in Libra at exactly 5:22 PM. Once that moment has passed, gather your Full Moon charged blank sheets and place them in a folder until the next New Moon.

On Sunday 4/27, take out your blank full moon charged papers and write on each a concise, positive intention. Place them on a balcony, in a garden or near a window so that they are out by exactly 12:31 PM for the New Moon in Taurus. Once that moment has passed, staple them together and put them away in a folder expecting the manifestation of all your dreams….

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Friday 4/4: Saturn Sextile Uranus, Mars Sextile Uranus, Mars Trine Saturn

An eventful, exciting day. We are hyper-active, positive, and assertive. Knowing exactly what we want and going after it with extraordinary willpower, courage, and energy, the pace of our life become frenetic. Unyielding, motivated by a desire to win, demonstrating an amazing foresight, we work hard, and accomplish our tasks with an originality that pays off. Keeping the best of the old, we implement new projects and do not give up until reaching the finish line. Any activity related to electronics, science or aviation is favored.

Sunday 4/6: Sun Sextile Jupiter, Venus Trine Mars 

This is one of the best days of the year. Setbacks tend to dissolve. Our optimism, hopefulness, and leadership abilities are greatly enhanced. Our self-confidence is higher than usual. Opportunities for advancement abound. People are both supportive and helpful. Financial investments are beneficial, as are selling and buying. Our friendliness and relaxed attitude attract the approval and affection of others. Expressive and lively, we speak our truth without offending anyone while balancing our needs with those of others.

Monday 4/7: Venus Conjunct Saturn, Venus Sextile Uranus 

Re-Venus conjunct Saturn, kindly refer to 4/24. And re-Venus sextile Uranus, please go to 4/8.

Tuesday 4/8: Venus Sextile Uranus 

Our personal relationships are likely to shift to a whole new level. Magnetic, independent, unconventional people could prove exciting, but unless we are willing to give each other a lot of space and freedom, and stay clear of any feeling of jealousy, control or possessiveness, might not be very long lasting. Our esthetic tastes tend to be more adventurous. An exciting professional association or business endeavor could bring an unexpected financial development. We could receive a gift or some kind of monetary benefit.

Wednesday 4/16: Mercury Conjunct Neptune 

Kinder, more subtle, and dream-prone than usual, our imagination and psychic abilities are enhanced. We could have telepathic experiences. Our dreams tend to be prophetic. We are drawn to spiritual healing and mysticism. However, our rational thinking is not the best. We could miss some hidden clauses on documents, be unclear, confused, lack confidence, and avoiding confrontation, be misunderstood. An illness could be difficult to diagnose. Because the effects of medication, drugs or alcohol tend to be amplified, it is recommended to stay as sober as possible. A day best spent in a place where we can be protected from the harshness of the world.

Tuesday 4/15: Mercury enters Aries  

   Kindly refer to the opening paragraph.

Thursday 4/17: Mars enters Leo 

Kindly refer to the opening paragraph.

Saturday 4/19: the Sun enters Taurus until May 20th, Mars Trine Neptune 

During the coming month, our willpower, determination, and endurance are strong. We are likely to be more practical, grounded, and persistent. Our outlook is pragmatic. We are reliable and maybe err on the more conservative side. Our ability to make money is enhanced. Our firm sense of values, patience, reliability, and trustworthiness help us achieve our goals steadily and with solidity. Today, more specifically, inspired to action by our dreams, we find within ourselves a wealth of spiritual resources. Deeply sensitive to our surroundings and keenly aware of other people’s needs, we want to selflessly help them. This day is therefore great for charities, social work, or getting involved in religious or spiritual groups. We are drawn to artistic people who share our ideals, and are eager to develop our healing abilities as well as our creative talents. 

Sunday 4/20: Venus Sextile Uranus, Mercury Sextile Pluto, Sun Square Mars 

Re-Venus sextile Uranus, kindly refer to 4/8. A day of profound insights. Looking for the truth beneath the surface, we examine, investigate, and scrutinize people and situations. What we learn today has the potential to change our lives for the better. Travel is favored, especially if it is to learn something that enriches and deepens our understanding of life. But let us be particularly careful while driving or operating sharp objects. Taking foolish risks is not a good idea as we could literally erupt if things are not going our way and turn into our own worst enemy. If we manage to use our decisiveness and capacity for action with courage and wisdom, we can literally fly through obstacles and accomplish a considerable amount of work.

Wednesday 4/23: Sun Square Pluto

We could find that situations are breaking down, forcing us to reevaluate things we thought were permanent. A great day to let go of patterns that no longer serve us. Ultimatums may not work to our advantage, and the end does not justify the means if it is not to everyone’s benefit. A great day to re-examine our motives, goals, and beliefs, and know that those areas of our lives that are working well will gain strength in the future. 

Thursday 4/24: Venus Conjunct Saturn

Our general attitude towards love is more mature and serious than usual. This transit brings to the fore our emotional responsibilities and could make single people feel lonelier while testing an existing a relationship. A good day to put our finances in order and be more cautious and conservative in our spending habits.  

Saturday 4/26: Mars Opposition Pluto 

The need to renovate, restore, and rebuild any area of our life that was not working well, is so intensified that this transit could mark the end of a cycle and the beginning of a completely new one. Our power is being tested. Staying true to our convictions, fighting injustice, and collaborating with others in ways that serves the highest good of all, is important. We should however be careful to not become too obstinate or ruthless or try to attain our goals through force as this would have unpleasant consequences. Best to avoid potentially manipulative, rebellious or passive-aggressive individuals. Let us beware of road rage and take extra care if handling sharp objects. 

Wednesday 4/30: Venus enters Aries

Kindly refer to the opening paragraph. 

Wishing you a wonderful month of April!

In Loving Light.

Michelle Karén, M.A., D.F.Astrol.S.

March astrological forecast

March 2025

RUNE OF THE MONTH: “Gifu” a gift. If we manage to maintain a balance between giving and receiving, presents are wonderful ways to acknowledge another and show our appreciation. They create relationships, cement community, and generate joy. 

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With 2 eclipses, Mercury and Venus retrograde, and Neptune changing signs, this month is particularly intense. Many changes will occur at a very rapid pace. 

Saturday 3/1, Venus turns retrograde at 10º50’ Aries and will remain so until April 12 when it will have reached 24º39’ Pisces. Its shadow period remains until May 16. This only happens every year and a half. The degree she turns retrograde on is represented by the following image in the in Sabian Symbols: “The ruler of a nation”. Old insecurities could re-surface. A wonderful opportunity to heal past emotional wounds, re-evaluate our relationships, re-define our self-worth, and reassess our values. An old flame could re-enter our life. In a present love affair, deep seated issues could reach a boiling point. But we should avoid impulsive relationship decisions as our perceptions could be distorted. Only after this cycle will have ended on April 12 and its shadow period will be over on May 16, shall we be more correctly in touch with our deeper desires and true relationship needs. Social events are unlikely to go as planned. This is not a good period either for buying a home as we could later regret our purchase, nor is it favorable to any form of beautification. Let us wait for that new hairdo or revamping our wardrobe. Bills could be higher than usual. Going on a shopping spree is not recommended as we could end up spending money we do not have. In this cycle, we cannot afford to be materially irresponsible. But it is a good time to collect money that others owe us or to negotiate a loan. 

Monday 3/3, Mercury enters Aries till March 29. During the next 3 weeks, our mind is active, positive, and impulsive. Not suffering fools, we are outspoken and go straight to the point. Quick-tempered when challenged, we tend to be restless, devoid of subtlety, and fond of arguments. An amazing time to initiate new projects, move forward with our goals, and assert our unique talents.

Friday 3/14 at 11:55’ PM PST, Lunar Eclipse in Virgo (23º57’). This degree is symbolized by “Mary and her little lamb”. Eclipses always propel us in a fast forward mode. This one stresses the need for order, perfection, and emotional security. More analytical, critical, practical, and detailed than usual, we are pushed to both study and work hard. Dwelling on past failures is tempting but not advised as it could leave us drained, withdrawn, pessimistic, and intensify our feelings of loneliness. Financial limitations and a possible lack of professional opportunities lead to the necessity of reassessing the balance between our domestic and professional responsibilities. We could strike unusual friendships, explore new exciting activities, come up with unique, enterprising ideas, and embrace a new sense of freedom. It is however important that we do not evade our responsibilities nor lose ourselves in impractical dreaming or unrealistic attitudes that would only undermine our chances of success. An unexpected event could force us to recognize and own our true identity and express our full potential. 

That same day, Friday 3/14, Mercury turns retrograde at 9º35’ Aries till April 7 when it will have reached 26º55’ Pisces. The degree he turns retrograde on is symbolized by: “The harvest Moon illumines a clear autumnal sky.”  Until March 30th, distractions abound. Haste and impatience lead to misunderstandings. Grasping concepts quickly, we don’t take the time to understand them deeply nor embrace the whole picture, and tend to jump to hurried conclusions. Our communications are abrupt, indirect, or colored by our unconsciousness. In our alertness to, and excitement over, seed ideas, we may fail to realize how impractical they are. New concepts are a lot more attractive than old ones. Starting on March 31st till April 7, our mind becomes dreamier and more introspective. We could review the past in movie-mode. We become sensitive to the undercurrents of the collective subconsciousness and are intuitively in tune with more subtle frequencies. But ambivalence, impressionability, self-deceit, foggy memories, and confused standards could surface. 

Thursday 3/27, Venus enters Pisces till April 30th. During the next month, the way in which we express our love is more sensitive, refined, and even sacrificial. We tend to be more impressionable. Our imagination is enhanced. It may seem easier to retreat in a world of fantasy rather than confront reality. We seek balance, peace, and harmony, and are more tolerant, forgiving, and compassionate than usual. A great cycle for artists who are particularly inspired.

Saturday 3/29, Solar Eclipse in Aries (9º00’). This degree is represented by “A teacher gives new symbolic forms to traditional images”. This eclipse asks us to release the old and step into the unknown. It tolerates only authenticity, and encourages us to be brave, assertive, confident, and self-sufficient. Jumping to conclusions without having all the facts in hand is a danger, but we are ready to break our routine, solve longstanding issues, instigate major changes and manifest something new in our lives. 

That same day, Saturday 3/29, Mercury re-enters Pisces till April 15. During the next 2 weeks, our mental sensitivity and visionary skills are particularly developed. Artistic endeavors are attractive. We may feel dreamier, absent minded, and more fantasy prone than usual. The tendency is to follow our instincts rather than our logic.  Intellectually versatile, gentle, flexible, and refined, we are extremely sensitive to other people’s feelings and the energy of our environment. Excellent for any kind of creative work.

Sunday 3/30, Neptune enters Aries until September 16. This is a first glimpse before he enters Aries for good in January 2026 for 12 years, until 2038! This cycle greatly enhances our psychic sensitivity increasing our awareness to what motivates actions and events. Intuition becomes a source of inspired vision. Pioneering mystical concepts develop.  But it could also bring confusion, aimlessness, self-delusion, unreliability, and in some extreme cases, chaos and insanity. A vague discontent with reality could lead us to seek refuge in addictions, particularly drugs and alcohol, leading to a complete lack of emotional reactivity. Highly impressionable, we could fall prey to subliminal influences. Absorbing our surroundings like a sponge, we might end up being used, and in some cases, even possessed, by evil entities. Emotional disturbances can lead to physical disorders that are difficult to diagnose and even more difficult to overcome. Peculiar relationships coming from a distant past -past lives, are magnetic. Highly artistic, we could be drawn to developing our musical talents. However, we need to stay away from pride, egotism, and a lack of integrity, as they would only make us look fake and fraudulent. During this cycle, changing our inner attitude is the only way to transform our outer reality. When used with consciousness, our drive and the focus of our powers of initiation, can operate a complete regeneration of our spiritual creativity. 

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The Moon will be Void of Course (V/O –forming no major aspect with any planet before entering the following sign-):

On Saturday 3/1 between 12:05 AM and 1:52 AM: when the Moon enters Aries.

From Sunday 3/2 at 5:52 AM till Monday 3/3 at 2:37 AM: when the Moon enters Taurus.

On Wednesday 3/5 between 2:53 AM and 4:29 AM: when the Moon enters Gemini.

On Friday 3/7 between 6:57 AM and 8:29 AM: when the Moon enters Cancer.

On Sunday 3/9 between 2:32 PM and 3:59 PM: when the Moon enters Leo.

From Tuesday 3/11 at 1:16 PM till Wednesday 3/12 at 12:56 AM: when the Moon enters Virgo.

On Friday 3/14 between 10:47 AM and 11:59 AM: when the Moon enters Libra.

From Sunday 3/16 at 2:53 AM till Monday 3/17 at 12:30 AM: when the Moon enters Scorpio.

On Wednesday 3/19 between 12:28 PM and 1:17 PM: when the Moon enters Sagittarius.

From Friday 3/21 at 11:53 PM and Saturday 3/22 at 12:29 AM: when the Moon enters Capricorn.

On Monday 3/24 between 8:01 AM and 8:25 AM: when the Moon enters Aquarius.

On Wednesday 3/26 between 3:15 AM and 12:31 PM: when the Moon enters Pisces.

On Friday 3/28 between 1:30 PM and 1:36 PM: when the Moon enters Aries.

On Sunday 3/30 between 2:18 AM and 1:16 PM: when the Moon enters Taurus.

Mark these periods in red in your calendar and avoid scheduling anything of importance during these times as they would amount to… NO thing!

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Scheduling our activities using the zodiacal position of the Moon

Moon in Aries between Saturday 3/1 at 1:52 AM and Monday 3/3/ at 2:36 AM + between Friday 3/28 at 1:36 PM and Sunday 3/30 at 1:15 PM: Perfect for intense physical activities, anything requiring forceful, direct action and self-assertion. Good also for leadership, spontaneity, good will, being a way shower, initiating new projects or bringing our car to the mechanic….

Moon in Taurus between Monday 3/3 at 2:37 AM and Wednesday 3/5 at 4:28 AM + between Sunday 3/30 at 1:16 PM and Tuesday 4/1 at 1:25 PM: Perfect for any financial matter: paying our bills/debts, asking for the money that is owed to us, opening a bank account, investing in real estate, buying, and selling. Perfect also for a stroll in the park, going to the countryside, connecting with our Mother the Earth… Good also for gardening, pottery, sculpting, as well as bodywork…

Moon in Gemini between Wednesday 3/5 at 4:29 AM and Friday 3/7 at 8:28 AM: Excellent for multi-tasking, curiosity, any form of communication, exchanging information, sending e-mails, calling friends and acquaintances. Great also for social activities, attending conferences, reading a book, watching a documentary, gathering data on various topics, connecting with new people….

Moon in Cancer between Friday 3/7 at 8:29 AM and Sunday 3/9 at 3:58 PM: Perfect for family activities, especially those involving children. Good for spending more time at home, cooking, nurturing ourselves and those we love, inviting the people we cherish over for dinner. Excellent also for drawing, creative writing, humor, and anything requiring imagination and a touch of craziness….

Moon in Leo between Sunday 3/9 at 3:59 PM and Wednesday 3/12 at 12:55 AM: Excellent for anything glamorous, dramatic performances, being in the public’s eye, throwing or attending an elegant party, playing with children, romance, and creativity in general…

Moon in Virgo between Wednesday 3/12 at 12:56 AM and Friday 3/14 at 11:58 AM: Excellent for starting a new fitness program, learning, healthy nutrition, fasting, clearing our closets, cleaning our home, reorganizing our drawers…. Perfect also for detailed work, the focused use of our intelligence, and taking care of small pets….

Moon in Libra between Friday 3/14 at 11:59 AM and Monday 3/17 at 12:29 AM: Great for relationships, associations, diplomatic exchanges with others, anything related to beauty (a haircut, buying new clothes, a make-over…), art (especially painting and decorating…), a pleasant social event (concert, art exhibition…).

Moon in Scorpio between Monday 3/17 at 12:30 AM and Wednesday 3/19 at 1:16 PM: Perfect for scientific research, esoteric studies, self-transformation, shamanism, dealing with the mysteries of life, death, and sexuality, as well as insurances and issues involving personal power.

Moon in Sagittarius between Wednesday 3/19 at 1:17 PM and Saturday 3/22 at 12:28 AM: Perfect for traveling, religious and/or philosophical activities or matters related to higher education and the law. Excellent for lecturing, learning, perfecting a foreign language, exploring other cultures… Perfect also for athletic training and tending to large animals (horses….).

Moon in Capricorn between Saturday 3/22 at 12:29 AM and Monday 3/24 at 8:24 AM: Good for furthering our ambitions, asking for a promotion, enlisting the support of people in positions of authority, making a good impression, re-structuring our business, and redefining our long-term goals…

Moon in Aquarius between Monday 3/24 at 8:25 AM and Wednesday 3/26 at 12:30 PM: Perfect for philanthropic activities, charitable organizations, meeting with friends, making new acquaintances. Good also for inventions, far out, progressive ideas, inter-dimensional and time travel, anything related to UFOs, computers, and technology in general….

Moon in Pisces between Wednesday 3/26 at 12:31 PM and Friday 3/28 at 1:35 PM: Great for meditating, sitting by the ocean, anything related to the sacred, dancing, painting, swimming, dreaming, music, photography, film, sleeping, channeling, connecting with the mystical, the magic and the oneness of all that is…

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This month’s intentional meditation is particularly powerful since both the Full Moon and the New Moon are Eclipses.

It starts on Thursday 3/13. Take out as many blank sheets of paper as you have intentions and place them near a window, on a balcony or in a garden so that they bask in the light of the Full Moon in Virgo at exactly 11:55 PM. Once that moment has passed, gather your Full Moon charged blank sheets and place them in a folder until the next New Moon.

On Saturday March 29, take out your blank full moon charged papers and write on each a concise, positive intention. Place them on a balcony, in a garden or near a window so that they are out by exactly 3:58 AM for the New Moon in Aries. Once that moment has passed, staple them together and put them away in a folder expecting the manifestation of all your dreams….

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Saturday 3/1: Venus turns retrograde (4:36 PM) 

Kindly refer to the opening paragraph.

Sunday 3/2: Mercury Conjunct Neptune (8:22 AM), Sun Square Jupiter (10:19 AM) 

We tend to be kinder, as well as more subtle and dreamy than usual. Our intuition, capacity for visualization, and psychic abilities are enhanced. But because our logic and discernment tend to be foggy, it is not the best day for legal contracts or sales. More than ever should alcohol and drugs be discouraged. We are likely to want more out of life than what we’ve had until now, but should beware of extending ourselves beyond our resources, taking on too many projects, or promising more than we can deliver. It is important that we reassess our moral values and express ourselves with humility and gratitude.

Tuesday 3/3: Mercury enters Aries (1:04 AM) 

Kindly refer to the opening paragraph.

Wednesday 3/5: Mercury Sextile Pluto (5:13 AM)

A day of profound insights. Looking for the truth beyond the surface, we examine, investigate, and scrutinize everything and everyone. What we learn today has the potential to change our lives for the better. Improved communication skills help us accomplish our goals. We are not deterred by repetitive, compulsive thoughts, or restrictive policies, and are equipped to handle difficult people. 

Friday 3/7: Sun Trine Mars (9:13 PM) 

A most dynamic, daring day. Our pioneering spirit is strong. Our ambitions are intensified. Our energy is high. A great day to be physically active and lead by example. Challenges stimulate action. Working with children is rewarding. Our creative expression is favored.

Tuesday 3/11: Mercury Conjunct Venus (3:55 PM)

A day favoring pleasant sociable interactions. Our sense of companionship is enhanced. The sympathy, serenity, grace, and charm we extend towards others are returned. Literary and musical talents are enhanced. Financial dealings are favored. Any business related to beauty, the arts, or communication is successful. 

Wednesday 3/12: Sun Conjunct Saturn (3:29 AM) 

Our determination, ambitions, and discipline are strengthened. We may be asked to assume more responsibilities. Plans could be delayed, restrictions, imposed, and delays, possible. We are asked to demonstrate persistence, maturity, and patience. While speculations or investments are not advised, carefully planning our financial future is encouraged.

Friday 3/14: Sun Sextile Uranus (2:16 AM), Lunar Eclipse in Virgo (4:29 AM), Mercury turns retrograde (11:46 PM) 

A day to expect the unexpected! Plans are disrupted, creative changes occur, interesting situations arise. Excellent for meeting influential people. Intuitive insights come in flashes. Ingenuity leads to success. Our increased self-confidence, originality, and unique leadership abilities help us further independent enterprises. Re-the Lunar Eclipse in Virgo and Mercury turning retrograde, kindly refer to the opening paragraphs.

Wednesday 3/19: Sun Conjunct Neptune (4:25 PM)

This day is marked by daydreaming, floating in contemplation, and generally being rather inefficient. Romance is in the air and is positive inasmuch as we remain realistic, considerate, and respectful. Our attraction to beauty is particularly refined. Our imagination is intensified, and our dreams, vivid. Yet, we should be careful to come from a place of complete integrity and only interact with honest people.   

Thursday 3/20: the Sun enters Aries (2:01 AM) till April 19 

The coming 4 weeks are dominated by resourcefulness, decisiveness, and fearlessness. This next month is excellent for new beginnings. We are supported in our need to initiate new projects with energy, self-confidence, independence, and spontaneity. We may be impatient but are quick to think on our feet. If we remember to think before we act, keep a healthy dose of humor, and avoid taking ourselves too seriously, there is nothing we cannot accomplish during this time.

Friday 3/21: Venus Sextile Pluto (2:32 PM) 

Our focus is on financial wealth and the power we derive from having and making money. A great day to contract a new insurance and coming up with new ways of earning a living. In our social life we seek quality and depth over quantity. An emotional crisis could make us leave an outgrown relationship in favor of a much more meaningful one. We are forced to examine and purge feelings we thought we had already overcome. For the sake of peace, in the face of force or manipulation we should compromise and choose cooperation. 

Saturday 3/22: Sun Conjunct Venus (6:07 PM)

An auspicious day for love. Great for a date, a comfortable, relaxed social event, or celebrating a special occasion. Our conversations are serene. Our optimistic attitude is appealing. Our eagerness to cooperate with others attracts approval, gifts, and favors.

Sunday 3/23: Sun Sextile Pluto (12:32 PM)

This day could mark the beginning of a new phase of life. A good day to change ourselves through purposeful thought and action, cut  toxic people out of our lives, and get rid of anything that no longer serves us. Our organizational skills are highly developed. Disagreements are mended and new solutions are found. Our capacity to immerse ourselves in whatever we do, our strong desire for advancement, and our forceful pioneering spirit, enable us to achieve great success today.

Monday 3/24: Sun Conjunct Mercury (12:48 PM) 

A great transit for small trips, doing errands, buying, selling, and returning phone calls. Our social life and communication skills are intensified. We are curious, eager to learn new things, and excited to improve our skills.

Tuesday 3/25: Mercury Sextile Pluto (3:02 PM) 

Kindly refer to 3/5. 

Thursday 3/27: Venus enters Pisces (1:41 AM) until April 30th, Venus Conjunct Neptune (6:13 AM) 

Re-Venus entering Pisces, kindly refer to the opening paragraph. More specifically, today, we could find ourselves fantasizing, caught in a web of deceit, or involved in strange circumstances. A relationship may not be all that it seems. We could fall prey to unrequited love or idealize a less than worthy person. Fashion and beauty in general are appealing. Great for a make-over, redecorating our home or increasing its comfort.   

Saturday 3/29: Solar Eclipse in Aries (3:58 AM), Mercury enters Pisces (7:18 PM), Mercury Conjunct Neptune (7:47 PM) 

Re-the Solar Eclipse in Aries and Mercury entering Pisces kindly refer to the opening paragraph. More specifically today, we could become so mentally sensitive to our environment that we need to withdraw from society and find refuge in our vivid imagination. In some cases, unclear, evasive, lacking in confidence, or coming in contact with dishonest, misleading, or irrational people, our perception of reality tends to be distorted. Our psychic abilities are greatly enhanced. We could have telepathic experiences or prophetic dreams. It is important that we stay away from gossip and other people’s dramas. An illness could be difficult to diagnose. Best to relax, focus on metaphysical studies, or artistic activities.  

Sunday 3/30: Neptune enters Aries (5:00 AM) till September 16 

Kindly refer to the opening paragraph.

Wishing you an exciting month of March!

In Loving Light.

Michelle Karén, M.A., D.F.Astrol.S.

February astrological forecast

February 2025

RUNE OF THE MONTH: Jord “harvest”. What we have sown in the past, we are now reaping. We are also sowing new seeds for the future. What thoughts and feelings do we harbor? What words do we use? What is our level of self-confidence? What dreams, goals, and objectives do we nurture? This month encourages us to discern between what needs to be discarded and what assists us in creating the future we want.

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Monday 2/3, Venus enters Aries till March 27. During the next 7 weeks, our heart tends to be on our sleeve. Demonstrative, enthusiastic, passionate, sincere, energetic, and impulsive, we could fall in love at first sight. We could also be aggressive, self-absorbed, and explosive in our relationships. Competitive and eager to take daring financial initiatives, we could take uncalculated risks and spend money more quickly than we earn it. It is advised that both in love and in financial matters, we think before leaping.

Jupiter turns direct on February 4 at 11º17’ Gemini symbolized by “Two Chinese men converse in their native tongue in an American city”. Its shadow period will remain until May 1st, 2025. Expansion, growth, study, and travel are back on the front burner. New educational opportunities are available. Our self-confidence, faith, and personal mastery are again on the rise. We can engage in new ventures, need to learn about what is going on in other parts of the world, take an interest in other cultures and languages, and derive from them the deep knowledge that helps enhance our moral growth. 

Friday 2/14, Mercury enters Pisces till March 3rd. During the next 2 weeks, our mental sensitivity and visionary skills are highly developed. Mentally versatile, gentle, flexible, and refined, we are extremely aware of other people’s feelings and the energy of our environment. We are drawn to artistic and spiritual topics of interest. Yet our psychic awareness could distort our intellectual perceptions and if we are not careful enough, we could fall prey to spiritual imagination. A wonderful cycle for creative work in general and for artists who are particularly inspired.

Mars remains retrograde until Sunday 2/23 when it turns direct at 17º01’ Cancer symbolized by “A hen scratching the ground to find nourishment for her progeny”. Its shadow period remains until May 2nd. Issues around leadership could arise. We may be more emotional and sensitive and feel a deeper need for security than usual. In our family and romantic relationships, anger that had been brewing beneath the surface for some time, could erupt rather dramatically. Progress could be stalled. Frustrations run high. Old grudges, conflicts, or simply brooding might rear their ugly heads. We are required to take a step back and question our past actions. During this period, yoga, Tai Chi, or Qi Gong, are all very good ways of quieting our mind and finding inner peace. After February 23rd, as actions resume their normal course, we may still be very concerned with providing our family with food and security. 

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The Moon will be Void of Course (V/O –forming no major aspect with any planet before entering the following sign-):

On Saturday 2/1 between 2:06 PM and 5:10 PM: when the Moon enters Aries.

On Monday 2/3 between 2:19 AM and 7:33 PM: when the Moon enters Taurus.

On Wednesday 2/5 between 7:29 PM and 10:44 PM: when the Moon enters Gemini.

From Friday 2/7 at 11:52 PM till Saturday 2/8 at 3:04 AM: when the Moon enters Cancer.

On Monday 2/10 between 5:49 AM and 9:02 AM: when the Moon enters Leo.

On Wednesday 2/12 between 11:12 AM and 5:07 PM: when the Moon enters Virgo.

On Saturday 2/15 between 12:36 AM and 3:45 AM: when the Moon enters Libra.

On Monday 2/17 between 3:24 PM and 4:19 PM: when the Moon enters Scorpio.

On Thursday 2/20 between 2:06 AM and 4:55 AM: when the Moon enters Sagittarius.

On Saturday 2/22 between 12:38 PM and 3:09 PM: when the Moon enters Capricorn.

On Monday 2/24 between 7:28 PM and 9:40 PM: when the Moon enters Aquarius.

From Wednesday 2/26 at 2:04 PM till Thursday 2/27 at 12:46 AM: when the Moon enters Pisces

Mark these periods in red in your calendar and avoid scheduling anything of importance during these times as they would amount to… NO thing!

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Scheduling our activities using the zodiacal position of the Moon

Moon in Aries between Saturday 2/1 at 5:10 PM and Monday 2/3 at 7:32 PM: Perfect for intense physical activities, anything requiring forceful, direct action and self-assertion. Good also for leadership, spontaneity, good will, being a way shower, initiating new projects or bringing our car to the mechanic….

Moon in Taurus between Monday 2/3 at 7:33 PM and Wednesday 2/5 at 10:43 PM: Perfect for any financial matter: paying our bills/debts, asking for the money that is owed to us, opening a bank account, investing in real estate, buying, and selling. Perfect also for a stroll in the park, going to the countryside, connecting with our Mother the Earth… Good also for gardening, pottery, sculpting, as well as bodywork…

Moon in Gemini between Wednesday 2/5 at 10:44 PM and Saturday 2/8 at 3:03 AM: Excellent for multi-tasking, curiosity, any form of communication, exchanging information, sending e-mails, calling friends and acquaintances. Great also for social activities, attending conferences, reading a book, watching a documentary, gathering data on various topics, connecting with new people….

Moon in Cancer between Saturday 2/8 at 3:04 AM and Monday 2/10 at 9:00 AM: Perfect for family activities, especially those involving children. Good for spending more time at home, cooking, nurturing ourselves and those we love, inviting the people we cherish over for dinner. Excellent also for drawing, creative writing, humor, and anything requiring imagination and a touch of craziness….

Moon in Leo between Monday 2/10 at 9:01 AM and Wednesday 2/12 at 5:06 PM: Excellent for anything glamorous, dramatic performances, being in the public’s eye, throwing or attending an elegant party, playing with children, romance, and creativity in general…

Moon in Virgo between Wednesday 2/12 at 5:07 PM and Saturday 2/15 at 3:44 AM: Excellent for starting a new fitness program, learning, healthy nutrition, fasting, clearing our closets, cleaning our home, reorganizing our drawers…. Perfect also for detailed work, the focused use of our intelligence, and taking care of small pets….

Moon in Libra between Saturday 2/15 at 3:45 AM and Monday 2/17 at 4:18 PM: Great for relationships, associations, diplomatic exchanges with others, anything related to beauty (a haircut, buying new clothes, a make-over…), art (especially painting and decorating…), a pleasant social event (concert, art exhibition…).

Moon in Scorpio between Monday 2/17 at 4:19 PM and Thursday 2/20 at 4:54 AM: Perfect for scientific research, esoteric studies, self-transformation, shamanism, dealing with the mysteries of life, death, and sexuality, as well as insurances and issues involving personal power.

Moon in Sagittarius between Thursday 2/20 at 4:55 AM and Saturday 2/22 at 3:08 PM: Perfect for traveling, religious and/or philosophical activities or matters related to higher education and the law. Excellent for lecturing, learning, perfecting a foreign language, exploring other cultures… Perfect also for athletic training and tending to large animals (horses….).

Moon in Capricorn between Saturday 2/22 at 3:09 PM and Monday 2/24 at 9:39 PM: Good for furthering our ambitions, asking for a promotion, enlisting the support of people in positions of authority, making a good impression, re-structuring our business, and redefining our long-term goals…

Moon in Aquarius between Monday 2/24 at 9:40 PM and Thursday 2/27 at 12:45 AM: Perfect for philanthropic activities, charitable organizations, meeting with friends, making new acquaintances. Good also for inventions, far out, progressive ideas, inter-dimensional and time travel, anything related to UFOs, computers, and technology in general….

Moon in Pisces between Thursday 2/27 at 12:46 AM and Saturday 3/1 at 1:51 AM: Great for meditating, sitting by the ocean, anything related to the sacred, dancing, painting, swimming, dreaming, music, photography, film, sleeping, channeling, connecting with the mystical, the magic and the oneness of all that is…

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This month’s intentional meditation starts on Wednesday 2/12. Take out as many blank sheets of paper as you have intentions and place them near a window, on a balcony or in a garden so that they basked in the light of the Full Moon in Leo at exactly 5:53 AM. Once that moment passed, gather your Full Moon charged blank sheets and place them in a folder until the next New Moon.

On Thursday 2/27, take out your blank full moon charged papers and write on each a concise, positive intention. Place them on a balcony, in a garden or near a window so that they are out by exactly 4:45 PM for the New Moon in Pisces. Once that moment has passed, staple them together and put them away in a folder expecting the manifestation of all your dreams….

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Saturday 2/1: Venus Conjunct Neptune (8:33 AM) 

A highly idealistic and romantic day. Our sensitivity is greatly enhanced. We could meet someone we feel a deep soul connection to. The attraction could be imbued with a form of mystical glamour yet could also pull wool over our eyes and, if we are not careful enough, prove deceitful. A great transit for a make-over, redecorating our home, and artists who are particularly inspired. We should however beware of financial losses caused by unwise speculations or concealed information. 

Monday 2/3: Mercury Trine Jupiter (1:52 PM), Venus enters Aries (11:57 PM) till March 27

Today is great for studying something new, buying, selling, trading, signing contracts, or traveling. Our strong self-confidence and faith in life ensure that things go our way. The people we encounter are positive and supportive of our goals. We are praised for our good work and receive good news. A wonderful day to ask for a promotion. Plans for the future are encouraged. Regarding Venus in Aries, kindly refer to the opening paragraph.

Tuesday 2/4: Jupiter turns direct (1:40 AM)

Re-Jupiter direct kindly refer to the opening paragraph.

Friday 2/7: Venus Sextile Pluto (4:14 AM)

A great day to eliminate activities that are no longer meaningful. Our relationships could go through some significant changes. Issues around communication or sexuality could emerge. Jealousy, possessiveness or control could erupt, forcing us to examine and purge feelings we thought we had already overcome. For the sake of peace, in the face of forcefulness and manipulation, we should choose compromise and cooperation. A passion we have could turn into a lucrative business. 

Sunday 2/9: Sun Conjunct Mercury (4:08 AM), Mars Trine Saturn (5:15 AM) 

An excellent day for handling assignments requiring good communication, concentration, experience, and efficiency. Our keen judgement, discipline, enterprising spirit, and hard work help us achieve our goals. We are particularly resourceful and energetic. Not easily swayed by external considerations and eager to improve our skills, our endeavors are backed by sound common sense. This is a most perfect day for construction work, handling heavy machinery, or engaging in strenuous physical activities requiring stamina and endurance.

Monday 2/10: Mercury Square Uranus (11:28 AM) 

Quick, unpredictable, original, and even rebellious, we could argue just for the sake of asserting our difference. The tendency could be to jump to conclusions without having sufficient information, or to act in erratic ways. Not a good day for traveling or signing legally binding documents. Snap judgements could cause communication breakdowns. Obstinacy and egotism lead to disagreements and in some cases, even scandal. Nothing is likely to turn out the way we expected. But if we remain present to the present and flexible, we could be led to exciting activities and make unusual new friends.  

Tuesday 2/11: Sun Square Uranus (11:30 AM) 

Restlessness, disruptions, and chaos mark this day. Arguments, conflicts, and disagreements could cause difficulties in our relationships resulting in alienation or even separations. Outside circumstances tend to precipitate changes that shake us out of our comfort zone making us discover aspects of ourselves we never even knew existed. This transit gives us valuable insights into what is no longer working, so that we may eliminate the problem and breathe new life into our existence.

Friday 2/14: Mercury enters Pisces (4:06 AM) 

Kindly refer to the opening paragraph.

Tuesday 2/18: the Sun enters Pisces (2:07 AM) 

During the coming month, we tend to be more quiet, introspective, secretive, and self-sacrificial. Focused on our inner life and keen on developing our spirituality, we are likely to find yoga, meditation, healing, music, poetry, dance, photography and cinema most appealing. The next 4 weeks make us sensitive to the plights of others. We demonstrate compassion, are more deeply in touch with our inner talents, and seek peace in a gentle manner.

Thursday 2/20: Mercury Square Jupiter (12:13 PM) 

Blind trust is unwise. Today, if an offer seems too good to be true, it probably is. We should be careful to not promise more than we can deliver. Our judgement in legal and financial matters could err on the excessive side. An item we are eying may be overpriced. If we make our plans carefully without overlooking details, and remain flexible as well as moderate, this day can be good for business transactions. A great transit to focus on improving our character.

Sunday 2/23: Mercury Trine Mars (8:58 AM), Mars direct (6:00 PM) 

Our mind is sharp. Our words are direct, decisive, and forceful. Even though we might feel argumentative, competitive, and somewhat impatient, we grasp subtleties quickly. Our insights are deep and our understanding, keen. Our ambitions are supported by our determination and enthusiastic energy. A great day to engage in physical activities or start a new fitness program. Re-Mars direct, kindly refer to the opening paragraph. 

Tuesday 2/25: Mercury Conjunct Saturn (4:02 AM)

A great day to catch up on bills, write e-mails, return phone calls, and file administrative papers. Our mind is serious, disciplined, and grounded. Our attention to details, organizational skills, and endurance helps us improve work methods and encourages us to shoulder responsibilities with efficiency.

Thursday 2/27: Mercury Sextile Uranus (1:38 AM) 

An electric, stimulating, invigorating day that could bring unexpected twists and turns. Dynamic insights, exciting new people, original thoughts, and futuristic visions lead to unusual experiences that either refine or completely change our life direction.  

Wishing you a wonderful month of February!

In Loving Light.

Michelle Karén, M.A., D.F.Astrol.S.

January astrological forecast

January 2025

RUNE OF THE MONTH: Gifu “Gift”. This new year starts by

stressing the importance of positive interactions, fair and equal

relationships. No one exists in a vacuum. Sharing our life with

another is a gift, and acknowledging and appreciating how our

significant other enriches our life lays the foundations for

happiness. We are reminded to balance giving and receiving.

Mutually nurturing each other brings both comfort and joy.

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Thursday 1/2, Venus enters Pisces till February 3. During the

coming month, we are more sensitive, impressionable, and romantic

than usual. Our compassion, imagination, and a tendency to

fantasize are enhanced. An element of enchantment but also

secrecy could enter our relationships. In our great need for

affection, we may fall in love with love or sacrifice much of

ourselves to remain in a relationship. Neither case scenario is of

course recommended. Drugs, alcohol, or simply daydreaming could

be attractive but should be absolutely avoided. Artists and mystics

are favored.

Monday 1/6, Mars enters Cancer till April 17. During the next

3 months, easily hurt, we could retreat in a self-protective mode or

utter harsh words we may later regret. Despite being more

introverted, it is important that we express our feelings as

positively as possibly, lest they spiral into physical issues. Having a

secure domestic life is important. Family troubles or a lack of

harmony at home tend to affect our energy. It is important that

we strike a balance between a concern for our loved ones and our

need for personal safety. This period is good for house repairs,

buying or selling real estate.

Wednesday 1/29, Lunar New Year of the Snake till February

16,. 2026. This is not a serene year. In 2025 we are being asked

to assert our convictions and act with power. Scandals are likely to

erupt. The problems that began last year may accumulate. The

abuses and corruptions of 2024 lead to disastrous outcomes. Even

though the will to resolve conflicts is present, a lot of mistrust

could hamper negotiations. And if mutually constructive solutions

cannot be reached, war is likely to erupt. On a more positive note,

the year of the Snake is great for romance, art, and fashion, as

well as for scientific and technological advances.

Uranus turns direct on January 30th. Its shadow period lasts

until May 17, 2025. The degree it becomes direct on (23º16’

Taurus) is associated with the following image: “An Indian warrior

riding fiercely, human scalps hanging from his belt”. Our uniqueness

and individuality can now express themselves fully again. We are

ready to replace what is outmoded with new, dynamic structures

that are more adapted to what we seek to develop in our lives. The

time to release the past has come, allowing us to leap forward and

create the future we want.

Mars remains retrograde this whole month (1º56’ Leo-20º46’

Cancer) until February 23. Its shadow period remains until May

2nd. Issues around leadership could arise. We may be more

emotional and sensitive and feel a deeper need for security than

usual. In our family and romantic relationships, anger that had been

brewing beneath the surface for some time, could erupt rather

dramatically. Progress could be stalled. Frustrations run high. Old

grudges, conflicts, or simply brooding might rear their ugly heads.

We are required to take a step back and question our past actions.

During this period, yoga, Tai Chi, or Qi Gong, are all very good ways

of quieting our mind and finding inner peace.

Jupiter remains retrograde this whole month until February 4.

Its shadow period will remain until May 1 st , 2025. The degrees

traveled in January (13º13’- 11º19’ Gemini) are symbolized by:

“Bridging physical space and social distinctions, two men

communicate telepathically”, “A famous pianist giving a concert

performance”, and “A Negro girl fights for her independence in the

city”. This is a very good period to revisit university-level studies

or complete an advanced training we had abandoned. We need to

reassess our moral, philosophical, and religious values. Our social

life, curiosity, and adventurousness are being enhanced, helping us

get unstuck in areas that may have been stalled. Surprising news

could be revealed.

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The Moon will be Void of Course (V/O –forming no major aspect

with any planet before entering the following sign-):

From Tuesday 12/31/2024 at 10:02 PM till Wednesday

1/1/2025 at 2:50 AM: when the Moon enters Aquarius.

From Thursday 1/2 at 8:13 PM till Friday 1/3 at 7:21 AM:

when the Moon enters Pisces.

On Sunday 1/5 between 6:30 AM and 11:01 AM: when the

Moon enters Aries.

On Tuesday 1/7 between 1:16 PM and 2:11 PM: when the Moon

enters Taurus.

On Thursday 1/9 between 2:50 PM and 5:07 PM: when the

Moon enters Gemini.

On Saturday 1/11 between 4:03 PM and 8:24 PM: when the

Moon enters Cancer.

From Monday 1/13 at 8:46 PM till Tuesday 1/14 at 1:12 AM:

when the Moon enters Leo.

From Wednesday 1/15 at 8:10 PM till Thursday 1/16 at 8:46

AM: when the Moon enters Virgo.

On Saturday 1/18 between 6:01 PM and 7:33 PM: when the

Moon enters Libra.

From Monday 1/20 at 8:34 PM till Tuesday 1/21 at 8:20 AM:

when the Moon enters Scorpio.

On Thursday 1/23 between 4:03 PM and 8:29 PM: when the

Moon enters Sagittarius.

On Sunday 1/26 between 1:40 AM and 5:43 AM: when the

Moon enters Capricorn.

On Tuesday 1/28 between 7:48 AM and 11:31 AM: when the

Moon enters Aquarius.

Mark these periods in red in your calendar and avoid scheduling

anything of importance during these times as they would amount

to… NO thing!

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Scheduling our activities using the zodiacal position of the Moon

Moon in Aquarius between Wednesday 1/1 at 2:50 AM and Friday

1/3 at 7:20 AM + between Tuesday 1/28 at 11:31 AM and Thursday

1/30 at 2:51 PM: Perfect for philanthropic activities, charitable

organizations, meeting with friends, making new acquaintances.

Good also for inventions, far out, progressive ideas, inter-

dimensional and time travel, anything related to UFOs, computers,

and technology in general….

Moon in Pisces between Friday 1/3 at 7:21 AM and Sunday 1/5 at

11:00 AM + between Thursday 1/30 at 2:52 PM and Saturday

February 1st at 5:09 PM: Great for meditating, sitting by the

ocean, anything related to the sacred, dancing, painting, swimming,

dreaming, music, photography, film, sleeping, channeling, connecting

with the mystical, the magic and the oneness of all that is…

Moon in Aries between Sunday 1/5 at 11:01 AM and Tuesday 1/7

at 2:10 PM: Perfect for intense physical activities, anything

requiring forceful, direct action and self-assertion. Good also for

leadership, spontaneity, good will, being a way shower, initiating

new projects or bringing our car to the mechanic….

Moon in Taurus between Tuesday 1/7 at 2:11 PM and Thursday 1/9

at 5:06 PM: Perfect for any financial matter: paying our

bills/debts, asking for the money that is owed to us, opening a bank

account, investing in real estate, buying, and selling. Perfect also

for a stroll in the park, going to the countryside, connecting with

our Mother the Earth… Good also for gardening, pottery, sculpting,

as well as bodywork…

Moon in Gemini between Thursday 1/9 at 5:07 PM and Saturday

1/11 at 8:23 PM: Excellent for multi-tasking, curiosity, any form of

communication, exchanging information, sending e-mails, calling

friends and acquaintances. Great also for social activities,

attending conferences, reading a book, watching a documentary,

gathering data on various topics, connecting with new people….

Moon in Cancer between Saturday 1/11 at 8:24 PM and Tuesday

1/14 at 1:12 AM: Perfect for family activities, especially those

involving children. Good for spending more time at home, cooking,

nurturing ourselves and those we love, inviting the people we

cherish over for dinner. Excellent also for drawing, creative

writing, humor, and anything requiring imagination and a touch of

craziness….

Moon in Leo between Tuesday 1/14 at 1:12 AM and Thursday 1/16

at 8:45 AM: Excellent for anything glamorous, dramatic

performances, being in the public’s eye, throwing or attending an

elegant party, playing with children, romance, and creativity in

general…

Moon in Virgo between Thursday 1/16 at 8:46 AM and Saturday

1/18 at 7:32 PM: Excellent for starting a new fitness program,

learning, healthy nutrition, fasting, clearing our closets, cleaning

our home, reorganizing our drawers…. Perfect also for detailed

work, the focused use of our intelligence, and taking care of small

pets….

Moon in Libra between Saturday 1/18 at 7:33 PM and Tuesday

1/21 at 8:19 AM: Great for relationships, associations, diplomatic

exchanges with others, anything related to beauty (a haircut,

buying new clothes, a make-over…), art (especially painting and

decorating…), a pleasant social event (concert, art exhibition…).

Moon in Scorpio between Tuesday 1/21 at 8:20 AM and Thursday

1/23 at 8:28 PM: Perfect for scientific research, esoteric studies,

self-transformation, shamanism, dealing with the mysteries of life,

death, and sexuality, as well as insurances and issues involving

personal power.

Moon in Sagittarius between Thursday 1/23 at 8:29 PM and

Sunday 1/26 at 5:42 AM: Perfect for traveling, religious and/or

philosophical activities or matters related to higher education and

the law. Excellent for lecturing, learning, perfecting a foreign

language, exploring other cultures… Perfect also for athletic

training and tending to large animals (horses….).

Moon in Capricorn between Sunday 1/26 at 5:43 AM and Tuesday

1/28 at 11:30 AM: Good for furthering our ambitions, asking for a

promotion, enlisting the support of people in positions of authority,

making a good impression, re-structuring our business, and

redefining our long-term goals…

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This month’s intentional meditation starts on Monday 1/13 with

the Full Moon in Cancer at exactly 2:27 PM.

On Wednesday 1/29 (start of the Chinese New Year of the

Snake), take out your blank full moon charged papers and write on

each a concise, positive intention. Place them on a balcony, in a

garden or near a window so that they are out by exactly 4:36 AM

for the New Moon in Aquarius. Once that moment has passed,

staple them together and put them away in a folder expecting the

manifestation of all your dreams….

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Thursday 1/2: Venus in Pisces (7:24 PM) till February 3, Mars

Opposition Pluto (11:21 PM)

Regarding Venus in Pisces, kindly refer to the opening paragraph.

Today, more specifically, our self-confidence, power, and ability to

restore and rebuild areas of our life that weren’t working well are

intensified. Activities requiring physical energy, intensity, and

courage are favored. We should however be careful to not fall prey

to obstinacy or ruthlessness, and avoid manipulators, rebellious or

passive aggressive people. We should also beware of road rage and

pay special attention when handling sharp objects.

Saturday 1/4: Sun Sextile Saturn (2:36 PM)

A great transit to restructure our life around concrete objectives,

make realistic decisions, and set long-term goals. We demonstrate

self-discipline, are serious, practical, reliable, and prudent.

Integrity, loyalty, trustworthiness, hard work, and dedication help

us achieve our ambitions.

Monday 1/6: Mars in Cancer (2:44 AM) till April 17, Mercury

Square Neptune (5:56 AM)

Regarding Mars in Cancer, kindly refer to the opening paragraph.

Today, more specifically, a certain lack of self-confidence, little

common sense, and a sense of discouragement could distort our

perception of reality. Prone to retreating in a world of fantasy, we

prefer to evade responsibilities. It is important that we do not fall

prey to fraudulent schemes, liars, and con-artists, and avoid people

caught in emotional dramas. A day to lay low and watch a feel-good

movie.

Wednesday 1/8: Mercury in Capricorn (2:30 AM) till January

27

During the next 3 weeks, our mind is more serious, disciplined, and

structured, concerned with furthering our professional ambitions

and practical achievements. We take things one step at a time, are

orderly, pragmatic, and realistic. Despising wasted energy, we have

little interest in idle chatter or distractions. Capable of extended

periods of concentration and great resourcefulness, our progress

may be slow but is steady. This cycle is excellent for putting

together a teaching program, studying, or asking for a promotion.

Sunday 1/12: Mars Trine Neptune (1:16 PM)

Our practical idealism makes us want to concretely help those in

need. We are inspired to give a material form to our dreams and

visions. Keenly aware of subtle energies and the emotional climate

around us, we should stick to strictly honorable plans and stay away

from drugs and alcohol.

Monday 1/13: Sun Trine Uranus (12:13 AM)

Sudden changes, stimulating adventures, unusual opportunities

create exciting situations. We might meet interesting, dynamic

people who introduce us to new ideas and fascinating experiences.

Any form of self-improvement is favored. We are eager to study

futuristic topics in the fields of science, technology or

metaphysics but may shy away from dull routine work and a rigid

adherence to rules and obligations.

Tuesday 1/14: Venus Square Jupiter (11:48 AM)

Our judgement may not be the soundest and our self-confidence

could be misplaced. Thinking that all we touch turns to gold may

lead to unfortunate excesses. Impulsive spending is not

recommended. We could be enticed to extremes of emotions,

carelessness, and wasteful attitudes. Social interactions are likely

to be vain and superficial. Not a good day to form partnerships.

Best to appreciate what we have and remain as moderate,

grounded, and philosophical as possible.

Wednesday 1/15: Sun Opposition Mars (6:39 PM)

In the event of arguments and conflicts over trivial matters we

may ask ourselves if it is more important to be right or happy.

Forcing issues is not recommended. Standing our ground with

integrity, being direct, assertive, and self-controlled under

pressure, is the best course of action. Today, we are likely to reap

rewards for a project we have worked hard at, with honesty and

transparency.

Friday 1/17: Sun Sextile Neptune (3:20 AM)

Keenly sensitive to other people’s needs and the energies

surrounding us, we may feel the need to withdraw from our normal

routine to regenerate. Social work, humanitarian endeavors or

meditation are encouraged. Our inner vision is enhanced. Artists

are inspired. We just need to be careful to not drift into worry,

anxiety, laziness, or daydreaming.

Saturday 1/18: Venus Conjunct Saturn (5:26 PM), Mercury

Sextile Saturn (11:38 PM)

Our general attitude towards love is more serious and mature than

usual. Our relationships come under scrutiny requiring of us to be

most realistic. What needs to be changed? Can it be changed? And

if it cannot, can we live with things as they are? Single people are

likely to feel more heavily the weight of their solitude. A shaky

relationship may end, while a good one becomes stronger. Our

attitude towards money is more prudent. We seek deeper

conversations with mature individuals whose achievements we

respect. Committed to wasting no time in idle chatter, we tackle

backlogged work with discipline, seriousness, and efficiency.

Sunday 1/19: Mercury Sextile Venus (8:32 AM), Sun in

Aquarius (12:00 PM) till February 18

A day that invites us to be relaxed, rest, and enjoy the nice things

of life. Cheerful, lighthearted, graceful, and calm, we are in touch

with our emotions and find the right words to express our feelings.

Our appreciation of beauty and culture is enhanced. A good transit

for a date or a love affair. The coming month is good for

developing our originality, uniqueness, and independence. We could

become more involved in community affairs and are eager to spend

more time with our existing friends and make new ones. In our

excitement about the future, we tend to dissociate ourselves from

some entrenched traditions.

Tuesday 1/21: Sun Conjunct Pluto (4:29 AM)

An intense day bringing the chance of a complete regeneration of

ourselves. Old psychological problems, rigid patterns of behavior,

outmoded attitudes are being exposed, needing to be released.

Crumbling relationships in which there are communication, sexual,

or power issues, are likely to break. Our leadership abilities are

enhanced, enabling us to sway others to cooperate to our vision in

as much as it is to the benefit of all involved.

Thursday 1/23: Mars Sextile Uranus (7:08 AM), Mercury

Opposition Mars (12:49 PM), Mercury Trine Uranus (2:07 PM)

A hyper-active day during which not much is likely to happen

according to plan. Our curiosity, courage, energy, and will-power

are particularly developed. Our decisions are inventive, quick, and

brave. Daring, inventive, and efficient, we face changing

circumstances with excitement and come up with a brilliant

alternate courses of action. If we manage to remain flexible and

present to the moment, unexpected changes are both fun and

freeing.

Saturday 1/25: Venus Trine Mars (3:54 PM)

Social activities are friendly, relaxed, and harmonious. We balance

our personal needs with those of others and express our truth

without offending anyone. A great day to be creative, have fun, or

attend a cultural event. A relationship begun today is warm,

sensual, and stands a good chance of lasting a long time.

Sunday 1/26: Mercury Sextile Neptune (10:33 AM), Venus

Sextile Uranus (3:11 PM)

Our mind and intuition function harmoniously together. Art

awakens deep emotions. Our communications are kinder, more

compassionate, and sensitive than usual. Our psychic awareness is

intensified. Our exuberance, originality, and optimism are

appealing. We are attracted to magnetic, dynamic, independent,

unconventional people. We seek exciting relationships but need to

allow each other a lot of space and freedom, for them to last.

Monday 1/27: Mercury in Aquarius (6:53 PM) till February 14

During the next 3 weeks, the pace of life is likely to accelerate.

We quickly grasp advanced concepts and original ideas. Technology

is attractive. We are drawn to anything that has to do with space

travel, extra-terrestrials, and science fiction. Our social life is

likely to become exciting and varied. We attract unusual, eccentric,

dynamic, witty people. Inventors are favored.

Tuesday 1/28: Mercury Conjunct Venus (11:52 PM)

A calm day. Our sense of companionship is enhanced. Others are

fair, diplomatic, and comforting. We communicate our feelings with

grace, serenity, and charm. An excellent day for social activities,

establishing good partnerships, and carrying out mental endeavors

with heart and compassion.

Thursday 1/30: Uranus Direct (8:22 AM), Sun Trine Jupiter

(2:59 PM)

Re-Uranus turning direct, kindly refer to the opening paragraph.

One of the happiest, luckiest days of the year. Our enthusiasm,

faith, optimism, and trust help us expand our horizons. Advertising,

public speaking, publishing, legal matters, and academia are

favored. Financial investments are fruitful. Being generous and

considerate towards those who are less fortunate than ourselves

ensures a constant flow of prosperity.

Wishing you the most prosperous, successful, happy New Year

ever!

In Loving Light.

Michelle Karén, M.A., D.F.Astrol.S.

December astrological forecast

December 2024

RUNE OF THE MONTH: Nauthiz “need” “fire”. We may want what is non-essential but what we need is different. Fire enables us to cook our foods and keep warm while requiring careful attention and maintenance. As this year ends, it is important that we ask ourselves what is truly vital to our survival. This is the perfect time to go through our drawers and closets and get rid of all that we don’t like, don’t use, and don’t need any more that we may start next year anew. 

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Mars turns retrograde on December 6 until February 23, 2025. Its shadow period remains until May 2, 2025. The degrees covered in December (6º10’-2º14’ Leo) are symbolized by: “The constellations of stars shine brilliantly in the night sky”, “A conservative old lady is confronted by a ‘hippie’ girl”, “Rock formations tower over a deep canyon”, “A formally dressed elderly man stands near trophies he brought back from a hunting expedition”, and “A middle-aged woman, her long hair flowing over her shoulders, in a braless youthful garment”. During the next 3 months, our vital energy tends to be slower. We are likely to be less impulsive and not so desirous to shine. Rather than act on our initial instincts, we may second-guess them which could paralyze our actions and make us more introspective. We should be careful to not become so concerned with how we are seen, that we start to develop characteristics that are not completely in alignment with our truth.

Neptune turns direct on December 7th. Its shadow period will remain until March 28, 2025. The degree it turns direct on (27º08’ Pisces) is represented by: “A fertile garden under the Full Moon reveals a variety of full-grown vegetables”. Navigating the labyrinth of our inner landscape for the past 5 months (since July 2nd), has led us to know which dream we want our reality to look like. We now have more tools to see through the veil of confusion, lies, and deceit, and discern what is real from what isn’t.

Mercury turns direct on December 15. Its shadow period remains until January 3, 2025. The degree it turns direct on (6º28’ Sagittarius) is represented by the following image in the Sabian Symbols: “Cupid knocks at the door of a human heart”. Emotional intelligence is superior to intellectual intelligence. As communications return to normal today, we are urged to think with our hearts and feel with our heads, that true justice and higher philosophical values may prevail.

Jupiter remains retrograde this whole month until February 4, 2025. Its shadow period will remain until May 1st, 2025. The degrees traveled in December (17º11’-13º19’ Gemini) are symbolized by: “Two Chinese men converse in their native tongue in an American city”, “The head of a robust youth changes into that of a mature thinker”, “A woman activist in an emotional speech dramatizing her cause”, “Two Dutch children talking to each other, exchanging their knowledge” and “Bridging physical space and social distinction, two men communicate telepathically”. Our communication skills, belief system, and moral standards need to be reassessed. What do we stand for? What values are important to us? How do we honor our lineage and cultural background while moving forward?

Uranus remains retrograde this whole month until January 30, 2025. Its shadow period lasts until May 17, 2025. The degrees covered in December (24º40’-23º40’ Taurus) are associated with the following images: “A vast public park” and “An Indian warrior riding fiercely, human scalps hanging from his belt”. The strong urge to assert our independence, own our individuality, and claim our freedom may express themselves more inwardly than externally but do result in us positioning ourselves strongly in the world. The old structures are breaking down in order for more appropriate ones to be built from the rubbles. Man-made laws turn to dust in the face of divine truth.

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The Moon will be Void of Course (V/O –forming no major aspect with any planet before entering the following sign-):

On Monday 12/2 between 7:47 AM and 1:09 PM: when the Moon enters Capricorn.

On Wednesday 12/4 between 3:34 PM and 8:21 PM: when the Moon enters Aquarius.

From Friday 12/6 at 4:01 PM till Saturday 12/7 at 1:49 AM: when the Moon enters Pisces.

On Monday 12/9 between 12:45 AM and 5:38 AM: when the Moon enters Aries.

From Tuesday 12/10 at 2:13 PM till Wednesday 12/11 at 7:55 AM: when the Moon enters Taurus.

On Friday 12/13 between 4:39 AM and 9:22 AM: when the Moon enters Gemini.

On Sunday 12/15 between 6:32 AM and 11:21 AM: when the Moon enters Cancer.

On Tuesday 12/17 between 10:33 AM and 3:39 PM: when the Moon enters Leo.

On Thursday 12/19 between 9:19 PM and 11:37 PM: when the Moon enters Virgo.

On Sunday 12/22 between 5:27 AM and 11:08 AM: when the Moon enters Libra.

From Tuesday 12/24 at 2:44 AM till Wednesday 12/25 at 12:06 AM: when the Moon enters Scorpio.

On Friday 12/27 between 6:24 AM and 11:46 AM: when the Moon enters Sagittarius.

On Sunday 12/29 between 3:34 PM and 8:37 PM: when the Moon enters Capricorn.

From Tuesday 12/31 at 10:02 PM till Wednesday 1/1 at 2:50 AM: when the Moon enters Aquarius.

Mark these periods in red in your calendar and avoid scheduling anything of importance during these times as they would amount to… NO thing!

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Scheduling our activities using the zodiacal position of the Moon

Moon in Sagittarius until Monday 12/2 at 1:08 PM + between Friday 12/27 at 11:46 AM and Sunday 12/29 at 8:36 PM: Perfect for traveling, religious and/or philosophical activities or matters related to higher education and the law. Excellent for lecturing, learning, perfecting a foreign language, exploring other cultures… Perfect also for athletic training and tending to large animals (horses….).

Moon in Capricorn between Monday 12/2 at 1:09 PM and Wednesday 12/4 at 8:20 PM + between Sunday 12/29 at 8:37 PM and Wednesday 1/1 at 2:49 AM: Good for furthering our ambitions, asking for a promotion, enlisting the support of people in positions of authority, making a good impression, re-structuring our business, and redefining our long-term goals…

Moon in Aquarius between Wednesday 12/4 at 8:21 PM and Saturday 12/7 at 1:48 AM: Perfect for philanthropic activities, charitable organizations, meeting with friends, making new acquaintances. Good also for inventions, far out, progressive ideas, inter-dimensional and time travel, anything related to UFOs, computers, and technology in general….

Moon in Pisces between Saturday 12/7 at 1:49 AM and Monday 12/9 at 5:37 AM: Great for meditating, sitting by the ocean, anything related to the sacred, dancing, painting, swimming, dreaming, music, photography, film, sleeping, channeling, connecting with the mystical, the magic and the oneness of all that is…

Moon in Aries between Monday 12/9 at 5:38 AM and Wednesday 12/11 at 7:54 AM: Perfect for intense physical activities, anything requiring forceful, direct action and self-assertion. Good also for leadership, spontaneity, good will, being a way shower, initiating new projects or bringing our car to the mechanic….

Moon in Taurus between Wednesday 12/11 at 7:55 AM and Friday 12/13 at 9:21 AM: Perfect for any financial matter: paying our bills/debts, asking for the money that is owed to us, opening a bank account, investing in real estate, buying, and selling. Perfect also for a stroll in the park, going to the countryside, connecting with our Mother the Earth… Good also for gardening, pottery, sculpting, as well as bodywork…

Moon in Gemini between Friday 12/13 at 9:22 AM and Sunday 12/15 at 11:20 AM: Excellent for multi-tasking, curiosity, any form of communication, exchanging information, sending e-mails, calling friends and acquaintances. Great also for social activities, attending conferences, reading a book, watching a documentary, gathering data on various topics, connecting with new people….

Moon in Cancer between Sunday 12/15 at 11:21 AM and Tuesday 12/17 at 3:38 PM: Perfect for family activities, especially those involving children. Good for spending more time at home, cooking, nurturing ourselves and those we love, inviting the people we cherish over for dinner. Excellent also for drawing, creative writing, humor, and anything requiring imagination and a touch of craziness….

Moon in Leo between Tuesday 12/17 at 3:39 PM and Thursday 12/19 at 11:36 PM: Excellent for anything glamorous, dramatic performances, being in the public’s eye, throwing or attending an elegant party, playing with children, romance, and creativity in general…

Moon in Virgo between Thursday 12/19 at 11:37 PM and Sunday 12/22 at 11:07 AM: Excellent for starting a new fitness program, learning, healthy nutrition, fasting, clearing our closets, cleaning our home, reorganizing our drawers…. Perfect also for detailed work, the focused use of our intelligence, and taking care of small pets….

Moon in Libra between Sunday 12/22 at 11:08 AM and Wednesday 12/25 at 12:05 AM: Great for relationships, associations, diplomatic exchanges with others, anything related to beauty (a haircut, buying new clothes, a make-over…), art (especially painting and decorating…), a pleasant social event (concert, art exhibition…).

Moon in Scorpio between Wednesday 12/25 at 12:06 AM and Friday 12/27 at 11:45 AM: Perfect for scientific research, esoteric studies, self-transformation, shamanism, dealing with the mysteries of life, death, and sexuality, as well as insurances and issues involving personal power.

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This month’s intentional meditation starts on Sunday 12/15 with the Full Moon in Gemini at exactly 1:02 AM.

On Monday 12/30, take out your blank full moon charged papers and write on each a concise, positive intention. Place them on a balcony, in a garden or near a window so that they are out by exactly 2:27 PM for the New Moon in Capricorn. Once that moment has passed, staple them together and put them away in a folder expecting the manifestation of all your dreams….

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Monday 12/2: Venus Trine Uranus (6:43 AM)

A day to break the routine. A surprising event could inspire us to try something new. Friendship and love are intimately connected. A relationship begun today has an element of excitement but could prove short lived unless we respect our unique individualities and are willing to give each other a lot of freedom. An unexpected financial development could occur, yet impulsive investments are not recommended.

Wednesday 12/4: Mercury Opposition Jupiter (2:16 AM), Sun Square Saturn (8:18 AM), Venus Sextile Neptune (10:52 AM)  

Promising more than we can deliver is ill-advised. Nothing comes freely today. Our exaggerated optimism could make us throw all sensible considerations to the curb. Any legal entanglement started today could prove more costly than necessary. The weight of the world could feel heavier than normal. Our responsibilities seem demanding and our circumstances, somewhat trying. What is outmoded in our lives is being revealed. We may want to escape a reality that is deemed too harsh by indulging in beauty, romance, and peace. Decorating, creating art, painting, listening to music, dancing,  taking photographs, or watching a movie are  spiritually up-lifting activities.

Thursday 12/5: Sun Conjunct Mercury (6:18 PM)

A great day for meeting people, engaging in small trips, learning something new, teaching, writing, setting goals, returning calls, buying, selling, trading, and starting a training program. We are talkative, curious, and filled with ideas.

Friday 12/6: Mars Retrograde (3:33 PM), Mercury Square Saturn (5:53 PM), Venus in Aquarius (10:13 PM) till January 2

Re-Mars Retrograde, kindly refer to the opening paragraph. A great day for any work requiring mental focus and disciplined thinking. We could get tied up in tedious meetings or miss an appointment we were looking forward to. Communication is restricted. We could feel pessimistic, anxious, withdrawn, and get caught up in unimportant details. A day best spent clearing our desk of backlogged work, observing a strict routine, and making solid plans for the future. During the coming 4 weeks, our attitude towards love and marriage is unconventional. Drawn to eccentric characters, in our relationships we are more interested in mental stimulation, excitement, variety, friendship, and freedom than in commitment. Good with money, our financial attitude is generous and sensible.

Saturday 12/7: Venus Conjunct Pluto (6:08 AM), Sun Opposition Jupiter (12:58 PM), Neptune direct (3:43 PM)

A financial investment could prove most lucrative. Love shifts our perception of reality. A relationship begun today could feel karmic while bringing up intense emotions. A deep crisis might unearth buried feelings of control, jealousy or possessiveness. Grief is purging. Our confidence, optimism, and faith could be so high that we make promises we cannot possibly keep or tend to step over other people’s boundaries. With a healthy dose of cheerful courage, we can try something we’ve never done before and inspire others to expand their understanding of life. Re-Neptune direct, kindly refer to the opening paragraph.

Thursday 12/12: Venus Opposition Mars (2:46 AM), Mercury Sextile Venus (11:45 PM)

In our longing for more fun, companionship, and affection, we could impulsively start an inappropriate affair that we may later regret.    A day that invites us to rest, relax, and enjoy the nice things of life. Our appreciation of beauty and culture is enhanced. Relationships may be a little superficial and casual, but in as much as we avoid getting involved too fast with someone we barely know, they are pleasant and peaceful. We find the right words to express our feelings.

Sunday 12/15: Mercury direct (12:56 PM)

 Kindly refer to the opening paragraph

Wednesday 12/18: Sun Square Neptune (6:29 AM)

A day of low energy. We could feel dreamy, indecisive, and impractical. A lack of self-confidence, discouragement, and a certain weakness of character could lead to unrealistic goals. We tend to avoid responsibilities, shy away from direct confrontations, and could fall prey to fraudulent financial speculations. Best to lay low, rest, stay humble, choose peace, and watch a movie or read a novel that makes us feel good about life.

Thursday 12/19: Venus Trine Jupiter (6:11 PM)

Our social life is likely to be warm and pleasant. Romance is favored. Our domestic affairs are harmonious. Business is fruitful. Artistic endeavors are profitable. Prosperity, good luck, and a good return on a previous investment are quite possible today, allowing us to enjoy more comfort.

Saturday 12/21: the Sun in Capricorn (1:21 AM) till January 19

During the coming month, our outlook is mature, our common sense grounded, and our efforts, calculated. Our ambitions, sense of duty, need to fulfill our responsibilities, and our commitment to our obligations are highly developed. Willing to work hard, we approach our obligations with discipline, practicality, seriousness, and structure.

Tuesday 12/24: Jupiter Square Saturn (1:59 PM)

Changes are in the air. Family issues could feel oppressive and limit our freedom. We could be faced with unexpected bills. Business could be a cause for stress. But despite set-backs, disappointments or restrictions to our natural expansiveness, we remain optimistic. Our loyal friends are supportive. The work we tackle with discipline, and enthusiasm ends up being quite productive. The decisions we make today have a big impact on our future.

Thursday 12/26: Mercury Opposition Jupiter (2:48 PM), Mercury Square Saturn (11:29 PM)

Re-Mercury opposition Jupiter kindly refer to Wednesday 12/4. A great day for any work requiring heavy mental focus, adhering to a rigid routine, and exercising disciplined thinking. We could get tied up in tedious meetings or miss an appointment we were looking forward to.  Re-Mercury Square Saturn, kindly refer to Friday 12/6.

Friday 12/27: Venus Square Uranus (11:42 PM)

A certain restlessness, even rebellion marks this day. A strong urge for change and stimulation could endanger an existing commitment in favor of an exciting, albeit short-lived, affair. Our impatience is easily triggered, and we are not particularly excited to cooperate with others. Our finances could be rather unstable. The possibility of being faced with an unexpected expense is higher than normal.

Wishing you happy holidays and a magical end of year!

In Loving Light.

Michelle Karén, M.A., D.F.Astrol.S.

November astrological forecast

November 2024

RUNE OF THE MONTH: “Sowilo”, the Sun. We are encouraged to

appreciate life’s abundant blessings, work hard, and complete our

tasks before the coming long, dark, cold winter. A month to avoid

wasting our potential, be clear on our dreams, use our strengths,

and be creative. The more we honor our own power, the more joy

we have to share with others.

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On November 3, Mars enters Leo until January 6, 2025. During

the next 2 months, our urge to succeed is intensified. Our sense of

purpose, great organization, and leadership abilities are strong.

Quite competitive when it comes to endeavors that are important

to us, we need to be careful to not become too brutal, frank,

egotistical, even overbearing. We could err a little on the

melodramatic side but are generous and warm-hearted.

Saturn turns direct on November 15. Its shadow period lasts

until February 18, 2025. The degree it turns direct on (12º42’

Pisces) is symbolized by: “An ancient sword used in many battles, is

displayed in a museum”. The results of our past discipline,

seriousness, hard work, and the reassessment of our ambitions is

now leading to positive career developments and more emotional

stability.

Pluto re-enters Aquarius for good this time on Tuesday

November 19 till… 2044! In the next 20 years, as the people will

take their fate in their own hands, the world will dramatically

change. Issues related to artificial intelligence, extra-terrestrials,

mass immigration, futuristic inventions, and the dangers of social

media will come to the forefront. Rebellion against the

establishment will rise all over the planet. Revolutions will overturn

the lack of freedom, the authority and resources will be taken

back from the hands of the self-appointed few, totalitarian

regimes will be replaced by true democracies, and older heads of

state will give way to younger, more dynamic leaders.

Mercury turns retrograde on November 25 until December 15.

Its shadow period remains until January 3, 2025. The degrees

covered in November (22º40’-21º21’ Sagittarius) are represented

by the following images in the Sabian Symbols: “A group of

immigrants as they fulfill the requirements of entrance into a new

country” and “A Chinese laundry.” Even though -as every time

Mercury is retrograde, misunderstandings may occur, people are

likely to change their mind, technology could break down, delays

may happen, we may lose items or miss important appointments,

this is a great time to revisit old projects and ideas we had

forgotten about. A chance is given to us to reconsider our beliefs

from a new perspective, recycle old concepts, process past events,

travel to places we had wanted to visit forever -or hadn’t been to

in a long time, and further our education.

Jupiter remains retrograde this whole month until February 4,

2025. Its shadow period will remain until May 1 st , 2025. The

degrees traveled in November (20º29’-17º19’ Gemini) are

symbolized by: “A tumultuous labor demonstration”, “A modern

cafeteria displays an abundance of food, products or various

regions”, “A large archaic volume reveals a traditional wisdom”, and

“Two Chinese men converse in their native tongue in an American

city”. We seek to understand the meaning behind experiences.

Truth is paramount, as is integrity. The lies of main media, the

deceit of official figures, the manipulations of those in positions of

power come into the open. Reconnecting to our ancestral roots,

understanding our cultural origins, and studying sacred texts

provide the mental and spiritual food we need to create the reality

we want. The time has come to discern what is real from what is

not, and choose what is good in life.

Uranus remains retrograde this whole month until January 30,

2025. Its shadow period lasts until May 17, 2025. The degrees

covered in November (25º54’-24º43’ Taurus) are associated with

the following images: “A Spanish gallant serenades his beloved” and

“The cultivation of natural energies for collective use and

recreation”. We should not resist the changes we know to be

necessary for our own evolution. A time to be original, assert our

uniqueness, embrace new technologies, and think in global terms.

We could come up with new ways of doing things, develop exciting

perspectives, and re-actualize ancient techniques that help us

prepare for the future that is rapidly unfolding.

Neptune remains retrograde this whole month until December

7 th . Its shadow period will remain until March 28, 2025. The degree

covered in November (27º30’-27º09’ Pisces) is represented by: “A

fertile garden under the Full Moon reveals a variety of full-grown

vegetables”. We are encouraged to dream the world we want into

being. Being introspective and reflective, honing our sensitivity,

meditating, and focusing on beauty and peace, help us manifest the

enchantment and abundance we seek.

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The Moon will be Void of Course (V/O –forming no major aspect

with any planet before entering the following sign-):

On Saturday 11/2 between 9:51 PM and 10:19 PM: when the

Moon enters Sagittarius.

On Tuesday 11/5 between 2:23 AM and 7:17 AM: when the

Moon enters Capricorn.

On Thursday 11/7 between 2:38 PM and 2:58 PM (20

minutes!): when the Moon enters Aquarius.

On Saturday 11/9 between 4:23 PM and 8:00 PM: when the

Moon enters Pisces.

On Monday 11/11 between 10:13 PM and 10:26 PM (13

minutes!): when the Moon enters Aries.

On Wednesday 11/13 between 10:50 PM and 10:59 PM (9

minutes!): when the Moon enters Taurus.

On Friday 11/15 between 11:03 PM and 11:09 PM (6 minutes!):

when the Moon enters Gemini.

From Sunday 11/17 at 8:09 PM till Monday 11/18 at 12:50

AM: when the Moon enters Cancer.

On Wednesday 11/20 between 3:20 AM and 5:51 AM: when the

Moon enters Leo.

On Friday 11/22 between 5:15 AM and 3:01 PM: when the

Moon enters Virgo.

From Sunday 11/24 at 9:35 PM till Monday 11/25 at 3:20 AM:

when the Moon enters Libra.

On Wednesday 11/27 between 1:14 AM and 4:21 PM: when the

Moon enters Scorpio.

From Friday 11/29 at 10:19 PM till Saturday 11/30 at 3:53

AM: when the Moon enters Sagittarius.

Mark these periods in red in your calendar and avoid scheduling

anything of importance during these times as they would amount

to… NO thing!

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Scheduling our activities using the zodiacal position of the Moon

Moon in Scorpio until Saturday 11/2 at 10:18 PM + between

Wednesday 11/27 at 4:21 PM and Saturday 11/30 at 3:52 AM:

Perfect for scientific research, esoteric studies, self-

transformation, shamanism, dealing with the mysteries of life,

death, and sexuality, as well as insurances and issues involving

personal power.

Moon in Sagittarius between Saturday 11/2 at 10:19 PM and

Tuesday 11/5 at 7:16 AM + between Saturday 11/30 at 3:53 AM

and Monday 12/2 at 1:08 PM: Perfect for traveling, religious

and/or philosophical activities or matters related to higher

education and the law. Excellent for lecturing, learning, perfecting

a foreign language, exploring other cultures… Perfect also for

athletic training and tending to large animals (horses….).

Moon in Capricorn between Tuesday 11/5 at 7:17 AM and

Thursday 11/7 at 2:57 PM: Good for furthering our ambitions,

asking for a promotion, enlisting the support of people in positions

of authority, making a good impression, re-structuring our

business, and redefining our long-term goals…

Moon in Aquarius between Thursday 11/7 at 2:58 PM and Saturday

11/9 at 7:59 PM: Perfect for philanthropic activities, charitable

organizations, meeting with friends, making new acquaintances.

Good also for inventions, far out, progressive ideas, inter-

dimensional and time travel, anything related to UFOs, computers,

and technology in general….

Moon in Pisces between Saturday 11/9 at 8:00 PM and Monday

11/11 at 10:25 PM: Great for meditating, sitting by the ocean,

anything related to the sacred, dancing, painting, swimming,

dreaming, music, photography, film, sleeping, channeling, connecting

with the mystical, the magic and the oneness of all that is…

Moon in Aries between Monday 11/11 at 10:26 PM and Wednesday

11/13 at 10:58 PM: Perfect for intense physical activities, anything

requiring forceful, direct action and self-assertion. Good also for

leadership, spontaneity, good will, being a way shower, initiating

new projects or bringing our car to the mechanic….

Moon in Taurus between Wednesday 11/13 at 10:59 PM and Friday

11/15 at 11:08 PM: Perfect for any financial matter: paying our

bills/debts, asking for the money that is owed to us, opening a bank

account, investing in real estate, buying, and selling. Perfect also

for a stroll in the park, going to the countryside, connecting with

our Mother the Earth… Good also for gardening, pottery, sculpting,

as well as bodywork…

Moon in Gemini between Friday 11/15 at 11:09 PM and Monday

11/18 at 12:49 AM: Excellent for multi-tasking, curiosity, any form

of communication, exchanging information, sending e-mails, calling

friends and acquaintances. Great also for social activities,

attending conferences, reading a book, watching a documentary,

gathering data on various topics, connecting with new people….

Moon in Cancer between Monday 11/18 at 12:50 AM and

Wednesday 11/20 at 5:50 AM: Perfect for family activities,

especially those involving children. Good for spending more time at

home, cooking, nurturing ourselves and those we love, inviting the

people we cherish over for dinner. Excellent also for drawing,

creative writing, humor, and anything requiring imagination and a

touch of craziness….

Moon in Leo between Wednesday 11/20 at 5:51 AM and Friday

11/22 at 3:00 PM: Excellent for anything glamorous, dramatic

performances, being in the public’s eye, throwing or attending an

elegant party, playing with children, romance, and creativity in

general…

Moon in Virgo between Friday 11/22 at 3:01 PM and Monday 11/25

at 3:19 AM: Excellent for starting a new fitness program, learning,

healthy nutrition, fasting, clearing our closets, cleaning our home,

reorganizing our drawers…. Perfect also for detailed work, the

focused use of our intelligence, and taking care of small pets….

Moon in Libra between Monday 11/25 at 3:20 AM and Wednesday

11/27 at 4:20 PM: Great for relationships, associations, diplomatic

exchanges with others, anything related to beauty (a haircut,

buying new clothes, a make-over…), art (especially painting and

decorating…), a pleasant social event (concert, art exhibition…).

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This month’s intentional meditation started on Thursday 10/17

with the Full Moon in Aries at exactly 4:26 AM.

On Friday 11/1, take out your blank full moon charged papers and

write on each a concise, positive intention. Place them on a balcony,

in a garden or near a window so that they are out by exactly 5:47

AM for the New Moon in Scorpio. Once that moment has passed,

staple them together and put them away in a folder expecting the

manifestation of all your dreams….

Next month’s intentional meditation starts on Friday 11/15. Take

out as many blank sheets of paper as you have intentions and place

them near a window, on a balcony or in a garden so that they

basked in the light of the Full Moon in Taurus at exactly 1:28

PM. Once that moment passed, gather your Full Moon charged

blank sheets and place them in a folder until the next New Moon.

On Saturday 11/30, take out your blank full moon charged papers

and write on each a concise, positive intention. Place them on a

balcony, in a garden or near a window so that they are out by

exactly 10:21 PM for the New Moon in Sagittarius. Once that

moment has passed, staple them together and put them away in a

folder expecting the manifestation of all your dreams….

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Saturday 11/2: Mercury Trine Mars (1:21 AM), Mercury

Sextile Pluto (8:03 AM), Mercury enters Sagittarius (12:18

PM) till January 8, 2025

A good day for projects requiring sharp mental energy, quick

decisions, and competence. Our confidence in our ideas and beliefs

is strong. We are able to X-ray situations and people. This transit

is excellent for sales, promoting an item, signing contracts, and

improving our living circumstances. We find change stimulating.

During the next 2 months, we speak our mind with honesty, are

drawn to foreign cultures and higher education. The law, religion,

languages, and philosophy are enriching topics of interest.

Sunday 11/3: Mars Opposition Pluto (3:37 AM), Venus

Opposition Jupiter (7:25 AM), Mars enters Leo (8:10 PM) till

January 6, 2025

We could be tested on how we use our power. Staying true to our

convictions, fighting injustice, and collaborating with others in a

way that serves the highest good of all, is required, as is the need

to renovate, restore, and rebuild areas of our life that are not

working well. We are open to new emotional experiences but could

fall in love with love or engage in a tempestuous love affair that

ends up as quickly as it began. Not the best day to choose

associates as our judgement tends to be faulty. Reckless

investments could have disastrous consequences. A day to seek

moderation in all things. Re-Mars in Leo, kindly refer to the

opening paragraph.

Monday 11/4: Sun Trine Saturn (9:36 AM)

A day to honor our responsibilities, duties, and obligations with

discipline, concentration, and efficiency. Our goals are useful,

realistic, and grounded. We accept the rules and give an enduring

form to our ambitions. A great transit to put order in our life.

Saturday 11/9: Venus Square Neptune (5:15 AM)

We are likely to be vulnerable to intrigues, deceit, and lies.

Unrealistic love expectations, projecting our romantic dreams onto

another could lead to severe disappointments. Money matters are

likely to be vague or unstable. We need to be careful to not fall

prey to a financial scam. A day to lay low, draw on our inner

serenity, rest, meditate and focus on beauty and harmony.

Monday 11/11: Venus enters Capricorn (10:26 AM) till

December 6

During the next 3 weeks, our attitude towards love is serious,

grounded, and conventional. We are likely to be attracted to a well-

established, stable, mature partner but may have to overcome a

certain fear of getting hurt, an innate distrust of others, and

emotional inhibitions. Our esthetic tastes are more conventional

and our attitude towards money, calculated, cautious, and practical.

Our business acumen and earning abilities are enhanced.

Tuesday 11/12: Mercury Square Saturn (5:22 AM)

Good for any work requiring heavy mental focus, critical faculties,

and disciplined thinking. Communications are likely to be awkward

or restricted. We could feel pessimistic, anxious, and withdrawn. A

day best spent keeping ourselves to ourselves, observing a rigid

routine, clearing our desk of backlogged work, and making solid

plans for the future.

Saturday 11/16: Sun Opposition Uranus (6:45 PM)

A day of upheavals requiring inventive solutions. Surprising events

in our personal relationships could lead to a sudden break or an

unexpected coming together. Highly strung, excitable, and

individualistic, we have the capacity to turn things upside down,

creating dynamic situations that open new possibilities.

Monday 11/18: Mercury Opposition Jupiter (12:55 AM), Sun

Trine Neptune (6:07 PM)

Our heightened optimism and generosity could make us promise

more than we can deliver. Raising our consciousness, broadening our

intellectual horizons, returning to school, and traveling are

favored. Camping, hiking, as well as any outdoor activity requiring

vitality and exuberance are attractive. Our empathy, psychic

abilities, compassion, tolerance, and intuition are enhanced making

us very sensitive to undercurrents and more subtle energies. A

great day to forgive and forget past feuds.

Tuesday 11/19: Pluto re-enters Aquarius for good! (12:29 PM)

Kindly refer to the opening paragraph.

Thursday 11/21: the Sun enters Sagittarius (11:56 AM), Sun

Sextile Pluto (12:49 PM)

During the coming month, our faith in life, self-confidence,

adventurousness, and free spiritedness are enhanced. We are likely

to be more friendly, exuberant, daring, and enthusiastic than usual.

Fascinated by foreign cultures, this is a great period to travel,

learn a new language, study the law, religion, or philosophy.

Friday 11/22: Venus Sextile Saturn (3:55 AM)

A good transit to reevaluate our relationships. Our social life may

not be super exciting, but we approach it with seriousness,

dedication, and the need for a long-term commitment. We are

likely to be attracted to more mature, grounded people whose

success we respect and admire. Great for cleaning, reorganizing,

and beautifying our home. Excellent for stabilizing our finances and

making a significant purchase that will prove to be a solid

investment.

Wednesday 11/27: Sun Trine Mars (12:06 AM)

Our energy is dynamic and daring. Our pioneering spirit is strong.

Our spontaneity, self-motivation, confidence, and enthusiasm are

profoundly inspiring. Whatever we create from the sheer force of

our individual efforts is likely to be successful.

Monday 11/25: Mercury turns retrograde in Sagittarius (6:42

PM) till December 15

Kindly refer to the opening paragraph.

Wishing you a powerful month of November!

In Loving Light.

Michelle Karén, M.A., D.F.Astrol.S.

October astrological forecast

October 2024

RUNE OF THE MONTH: “Daeg” Day. After the darkness of the night, the sun rises again. Each day is a precious gift that we should honor and make the most of. Following the ‘dark night of the soul’ of the previous months, October gives us the chance to work towards our goals and fulfill our dreams.  

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Wednesday 10/2, Solar Eclipse in Libra (10º04’) at 11:49 AM. Eclipses always herald important changes. This one brings new beginnings that are likely to entail much thought and discussion. It stresses the importance of healthy, supportive relationships, and of creating harmonious, peaceful environments. It is essential that we hone our negotiation skills, do not compromise our integrity, and make sure we assert our needs in a respectful manner. To have an idea of what to expect, we may want to remember what was happening in our lives around October 2, 1978 (8º43’ Libra); October 3, 1986 (10º16’ Libra); and October 3, 2005 (10º19’ Libra), when eclipses occurred at a similar degree. 

Pluto turns direct on October 11. Its shadow period lasts until February 2, 2025. The degree it turns direct on (29º39’ Capricorn) is associated in the Sabian Symbols with the following image: “A secret meeting of men responsible for executive decisions in world affairs”. At the tail end of the cycle of Pluto in Capricorn which began in 2008, the corruption that has dominated the world is being exposed in a glaring light. Secret meetings are no longer secret. The handful of people holding the reins of power are showing more desperation in their greed to maintain their crumbling positions. But as their manipulations and  long-time wrong-doings are becoming visible to all, their days are numbered.

Jupiter turns retrograde on Wednesday 10/9 at 12:05 AM until February 4, 2025. Its shadow period will remain until May 1st, 2025. The degrees traveled in October (21º20’-20º33’ Gemini) are symbolized by: “Dancing couples in a harvest festival” and “A tumultuous labor demonstration”. The need for true social justice is become more and more prevalent, while the wish to celebrate life and its bounty is also present. They go hand in hand, as it is only when life is fair and the collective order, in place, that the people can relax and enjoy the abundance of Nature.

Saturn remains retrograde this whole month until November 15. Its shadow period lasts until February 18, 2025. The degrees traveled in October (14º22’-12º54’ Pisces) are symbolized by: “An officer instructing his men before a simulated assault under a barrage of live shells”, “A lady wrapped in a large stole of fox fur”, and “An ancient sword, used in many battles, is displayed in a museum”. Major wars are coming to an end. 

Uranus remains retrograde this whole month until January 30, 2025. Its shadow period lasts until May 17, 2025. The degrees covered in October (26º54’-25º56’ Taurus) are associated with the following images: “An old Indian woman selling the artifacts of her tribe to passers-by” and “A Spanish gallant serenades his beloved”. Honoring our traditions and customs, keeping the legacy of our ancestors vibrant, as well as respecting traditional values ensure the peaceful continuity of life. 

Neptune remains retrograde this whole month until December 7th. Its shadow period will remain until March 28, 2025. The degrees covered in October (28º14’-27º31’ Pisces) are represented by: “Light breaking into many colors as it passes through a prism” and “A fertile garden under the full Moon reveals a variety of full-grown vegetables”. As world events are causing much stress and fear, it is more important than ever that we remember the abundance of Nature, the beauty of the world, and the goodness of life. Focusing on what enriches us physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually gives us the power to create a better, more inspiring, and uplifting reality. 

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The Moon will be Void of Course (V/O –forming no major aspect with any planet before entering the following sign-):

On Tuesday 10/1 between 2:39 PM and 3:20 PM: when the Moon enters Libra.

On Friday 10/4 between 3:40 AM and 4:22 AM: when the Moon enters Scorpio.

On Sunday 10/6 between 3:52 PM and 4:34 PM: when the Moon enters Sagittarius.

From Tuesday 10/8 at 10:54 PM till Wednesday 10/9 at 2:38 AM: when the Moon enters Capricorn.

On Friday 10/11 between 8:53 AM and 9:31 AM: when the Moon enters Aquarius.

On Sunday 10/13 between 7:11 AM and 12:55 PM: when the Moon enters Pisces.

On Tuesday 10/15 between 1:00 PM and 1:34 PM: when the Moon enters Aries.

On Thursday 10/17 between 12:26 PM and 1:00 PM: when the Moon enters Taurus.

On Saturday 10/19 between 12:33 PM and 1:07 PM: when the Moon enters Gemini.

On Monday 10/21 between 1:04 AM and 8:47 AM: when the Moon enters Cancer.

On Monday 10/28 between 8:54 PM and 9:30 PM: when the Moon enters Leo.

On Thursday 10/31 between 9:57 AM and 10:29 AM: when the Moon enter Virgo.

Mark these periods in red in your calendar and avoid scheduling anything of importance during these times as they would amount to… NO thing!

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Scheduling our activities using the zodiacal position of the Moon

Moon in Libra between Tuesday 10/1 at 3:20 PM and Friday 10/4 at 4:21 AM + between Monday 10/28 at 9:30 PM and Thursday 10/31 at 10:28 AM: Great for relationships, associations, diplomatic exchanges with others, anything related to beauty (a haircut, buying new clothes, a make-over…), art (especially painting and decorating…), a pleasant social event (concert, art exhibition…).

Moon in Scorpio between Friday 10/4 at 4:22 AM and Sunday 10/6 at 4:33 PM + between Thursday 10/31 at 10:29 AM and Saturday 10/2 at 10:18 PM: Perfect for scientific research, esoteric studies, self-transformation, shamanism, dealing with the mysteries of life, death, and sexuality, as well as insurances and issues involving personal power.

Moon in Sagittarius between Sunday 10/6 at 4:34 PM and Wednesday 10/9 at 2:37 AM: Perfect for traveling, religious and/or philosophical activities or matters related to higher education and the law. Excellent for lecturing, learning, perfecting a foreign language, exploring other cultures… Perfect also for athletic training and tending to large animals (horses….).

Moon in Capricorn between Wednesday 10/9 at 2:38 AM and Friday 10/11 at 9:30 AM: Good for furthering our ambitions, asking for a promotion, enlisting the support of people in positions of authority, making a good impression, re-structuring our business, and redefining our long-term goals…

Moon in Aquarius between Friday 10/11 at 9:31 AM and Sunday 10/13 at 12:54 PM: Perfect for philanthropic activities, charitable organizations, meeting with friends, making new acquaintances. Good also for inventions, far out, progressive ideas, inter-dimensional and time travel, anything related to UFOs, computers, and technology in general….

Moon in Pisces between Sunday 10/13 at 12:55 PM and Tuesday 10/15 at 1:33 PM: Great for meditating, sitting by the ocean, anything related to the sacred, dancing, painting, swimming, dreaming, music, photography, film, sleeping, channeling, connecting with the mystical, the magic and the oneness of all that is…

Moon in Aries between Tuesday 10/15 at 1:34 PM and Thursday 10/17 at 12:59 PM: Perfect for intense physical activities, anything requiring forceful, direct action and self-assertion. Good also for leadership, spontaneity, good will, being a way shower, initiating new projects or bringing our car to the mechanic….

Moon in Taurus between Thursday 10/17 at 1:00 PM and Saturday 10/19 at 1:06 PM: Perfect for any financial matter: paying our bills/debts, asking for the money that is owed to us, opening a bank account, investing in real estate, buying, and selling. Perfect also for a stroll in the park, going to the countryside, connecting with our Mother the Earth… Good also for gardening, pottery, sculpting, as well as bodywork…

Moon in Gemini between Saturday 10/19 at 1:07 PM and Monday 10/21 at 3:49 PM: Excellent for multi-tasking, curiosity, any form of communication, exchanging information, sending e-mails, calling friends and acquaintances. Great also for social activities, attending conferences, reading a book, watching a documentary, gathering data on various topics, connecting with new people….

Moon in Cancer between Monday 10/21 at 3:50 PM and Wednesday 10/23 at 10:23 PM: Perfect for family activities, especially those involving children. Good for spending more time at home, cooking, nurturing ourselves and those we love, inviting the people we cherish over for dinner. Excellent also for drawing, creative writing, humor, and anything requiring imagination and a touch of craziness….

Moon in Leo between Wednesday 10/23 at 10:24 PM and Saturday 10/26 at 8:46 AM: Excellent for anything glamorous, dramatic performances, being in the public’s eye, throwing or attending an elegant party, playing with children, romance, and creativity in general…

Moon in Virgo between Saturday 10/26 at 8:47 AM and Monday 10/28 at 9:29 PM: Excellent for starting a new fitness program, learning, healthy nutrition, fasting, clearing our closets, cleaning our home, reorganizing our drawers…. Perfect also for detailed work, the focused use of our intelligence, and taking care of small pets….

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This month’s intentional meditation started on Tuesday 9/17 with the Full Moon (Lunar Eclipse) in Pisces at exactly 7:34 PM.

On Wednesday 10/2, take out your blank full moon charged papers and write on each a concise, positive intention. Place them on a balcony, in a garden or near a window so that they are out by exactly 11:49 AM for the New Moon (Solar Eclipse) in Libra. Once that moment has passed, staple them together and put them away in a folder expecting the manifestation of all your dreams….

Next month’s intentional meditation starts on Thursday 10/17. Take out as many blank sheets of paper as you have intentions and place them near a window, on a balcony or in a garden so that they basked in the light of the Full Moon in Aries at exactly 4:26 AM. Once that moment passed, gather your Full Moon charged blank sheets and place them in a folder until the next New Moon next month.

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Wednesday 10/2: Solar Eclipse in Libra (11:49 AM) 

Kindly refer to the opening paragraph.

Friday 10/4: Venus Trine Saturn (10:04 AM) 

Love is tied to a sense of duty and responsibility. Fidelity and loyalty assume a greater than usual importance. A great day to visit an elderly parent or attend a social mixer at work. Excellent also for moving in together, getting engaged or married. If we are single, we become very clear on what we want in a deep committed relationship. We are realistic in the management of our resources and seek long-term financial growth. 

Saturday 10/5: Mercury Square Mars (11:37 PM)

Our temper could be tested today by obstacles that seem unfair. Best to stay away from potential conflicts as our impatience could cloud our judgement and make us react faster than would be wise. It is recommended that we are particularly careful when driving. A day best spent engaging in intense physical activities or clearing challenging paperwork. 

Tuesday 10/8: Venus Trine Mars (3:22 AM), Mercury Trine Jupiter (5:23 AM) 

Social activities are leisurely and fun. An ideal day to study something new, travel, buy, sell, trade, engage in a legal pursuit, or sign a contract. Our self-confidence is high. We are likely to meet interesting people who are eager to help us. If we have been expecting good news, a bonus or a promotion, this could be the day. If we don’t take the easy way out, this transit is great for making positive plans for the future  

 Sunday 10/13: Mercury Square Pluto (7:03 AM), Mercury enters Scorpio (12:23 PM) till November 2, Sun Trine Jupiter (8:52 PM)

Today, as well as during the next 3 weeks, our thinking is profound. We X-ray situations and people, and taking nothing at face value, delve deeply into the topics we are interested in. Yet, our plans could be frustrated. Some of our most important ideas could be challenged. Issues around bullying and jealousy could surface. But if we use our mental intensity to get in touch with inner dimensions, are deliberate and calculated in our speech, and exert a particularly compelling charisma, we shall avoid the pitfalls of this cycle. Today, more specifically, our enthusiasm, faith, and optimism make us eager to expand our horizons and break free from anything that was holding us from expressing our true self. Our social life could develop through religious, educational or cultural institutions. A great day to seek admission in a school of higher learning. Financial investments are favored if we remain honorable, ethical, and generous towards those less fortunate than ourselves. 

Monday 10/14: Sun Square Mars (1:15 AM), Venus Opposition Uranus (3:22 PM)

Arrogance, indiscretions, rash reactions, and anger can cause conflicts that we would later regret. Best to channel our energy into constructive projects.  We seek excitement in our social life, could be somewhat inconsistent, even rebellious in our relationships, fall for a whirlwind romance or initiate an unexpected breakup. It is important that we are careful to not spend money too impulsively as sudden reversals of fortune are possible. 

Tuesday 10/15: Venus Trine Neptune (5:49 PM)

A date could feel particularly enchanted. We could fall in love with love. Our tastes are refined. This transit favors creative imagination, daydreaming, visions, and idealism, and is wonderful for redecorating our home and beautifying ourselves. As long as we stay grounded, our financial affairs prosper.

Thursday 10/17: Venus Sextile Pluto (5:30 AM), Venus enters Sagittarius (12:28 PM) till November 11 

A day to eliminate the activities that are no longer meaningful. Our focus is on finances and more specifically being released from material limitations. We could think of new interesting ways of making money. In our relationship, we seek intensity, transformation, and passion. During the next 3 weeks, we are adventurous, could find love overseas or fall for a foreigner. Love expands our consciousness, and we are not afraid of taking risks. 

Monday 10/21: Mercury Trine Saturn (11:35 PM)

Our outlook is serious, our concerns, important, and our approach, methodical. Patient, pragmatic, and disciplined we are interested in practical matters. A great day to clear our desk of backlogged work, focus on our ambitions, and make long-term plans.

Tuesday 10/22: Sun Square Pluto (7:15 AM), the Sun enters Scorpio (3:15 PM) till November 21

Today is perfect for making radical changes in the areas of our lives that are not working well and getting rid of what we don’t need any more.  Working through obstacles without sacrificing our integrity, examining closely our motives, goals, and beliefs, and cooperating with others for the highest good of all, strengthen our character and help us resolve situations in need of restructuring. During the coming month, loyalty, passion, commitment, and power come to the forefront. We may be quite black and white in our assessments and unwilling to lower our standards. Truth and honorability must prevail.

Thursday 10/24: Mars Sextile Uranus (5:13 PM)

An eventful day. The pace of life accelerates. We feel positive, hyper-active, and assertive. Routine seems boring. We want to explore, experiment, do something different, and expand our social circle. The unknown is most appealing. We approach life in an inventive, dynamic, and brave manner.

Monday 10/28: Mars Trine Neptune (5:31 AM), Venus Square Saturn (6:35 AM)

Acutely aware of subtle energies, keenly sensitive to the emotional climate surrounding us, we seek a spiritually uplifting environment. Our actions are likely to be decisive yet secretive. While outmaneuvering our opponents, we shield our activities from any outside scrutiny. We might feel lonelier or more isolated than usual. Our social life could be less fulfilling than we’d like it to be. An existing relationship can go through a complete re-evaluation, dissolving if it was shaky, or emerging strengthened if it was solid. Our finances need sobriety and may require a restructuration.

Wednesday 10/30: Mercury Opposition Uranus (3:15 PM) 

Unexpected situations arise. Plans change on a moment’s notice. People reveal themselves in a light we never suspected. In our haste, we could overlook crucial information, jump to conclusions too quickly, and tend to be brutally honest, even blunt and tactless. Unusual studies are favored. 

Thursday 10/31: Mercury Trine Neptune (5:33 PM) 

Our visionary abilities and imagination are particularly fertile. A wonderful day to concretize our dreams. Our sense of humor is sharp, our intuition, developed, and our artistic talents, enhanced. We express ourselves in ways that inspire others. Excellent for any activity requiring a successful strategy. 

Wishing you a great month of October!

In Loving Light.

Michelle Karén, M.A., D.F.Astrol.S.

September astrological forecast

September 2024

RUNE OF THE MONTH: “Algiz”, Elk. This is the rune of ultimate

protection against the evilest of evils. It is also the rune of wisdom

and victory.

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With the Lunar Eclipse in Pisces, Pluto returning for the last

time in Capricorn, Mars entering Cancer, Venus entering

Scorpio, as well as the Sun and Mercury both entering Libra,

September is a major turning-point month.

Tuesday September 17, Lunar Eclipse in Pisces (25º41’) at 7:34

PM. We may want to remember what happened in our lives during

the 1997 and the 2016 Lunar Eclipses in Pisces which happened at

similar degrees, as this will give us an indication of what to expect.

Our feelings, creative imagination, prophetic dreams, and idealism

are being greatly enhanced. Because this cosmic event makes us

acutely aware of flaws and imperfections, some people will feel

irrationally tense and irritated. Others will walk around in a dream,

their common sense having gone out the window, oblivious to

reality, escaping in a world of their own invention. And still others

becoming very aware of their emotional needs and what lacks in

their romantic life, will be very clear on what needs to change in

their love relationship. Work and health issues will come to the

forefront. As our fears and doubts are being amplified, our faith is

also being tested. It will become important to serve but within

clear boundaries. Resting and paying attention to our spiritual life

will be key in helping us clear whatever was holding us from our

highest fulfillment.

Pluto re-enters Capricorn for the very last time on Sunday 9/1

until November 19. This ends the cycle of Pluto in Capricorn since

2008. The corruption at high level that had existed for eons

behind the scenes became obvious to the public in a glaring light.

The people, seeing the reality behind the facades, became more

aware and thus wiser. This last round will bring down many people in

positions of authority, who, thinking they could keep getting away

with murder, deceived and abused others.

Moreover, Pluto remains retrograde this whole month till

October 11. Its shadow period lasts until February 2, 2025. The

degrees traveled in September (0º01’ Aquarius-29º41’ Capricorn)

are associated in the Sabian Symbols with the following images:

“An old adobe mission in California” and “A secret meeting of men

responsible for executive decisions in world affairs”. Church and

politics have ruled for millenniums, enslaving most of the world, but

now, the power is gradually being taken back by the people who,

seeing clearly through the veil, are connecting to their own true

power.

Mars enters Cancer on Wednesday 9/4 till November 3. An

excellent period of buying a home or doing some house repairs.

Periods of high energy may alternate with bouts of total laziness.

Regardless of our sex, our motherly instincts are likely to awaken.

Harmony with our family members is paramount, as any discord

would be emotionally draining. We may not be too straightforward

in expressing our feelings yet should try to be if we don’t want our

frustrations to spiral into physical challenges. Following our

intuitions is important, as well as striking the right balance

between honoring our needs and respecting those of others.

Saturn remains retrograde this whole month until November 15.

Its shadow period lasts until February 18, 2025. The degrees

traveled in September (16º35’-14º26’ Pisces) are symbolized by:

“An Easter parade”, “In the quiet of his study a creative individual

experiences a flow of inspiration”, and “An officer instructing his

men before a simulated assault under a barrage of live shells.” A

time of seriousness and reflection, requiring of us to go within,

focus on our work with discipline and diligence, and leave no stone

unturned in our preparation for the future that we want.

Uranus turns retrograde on Sunday 9/1 at 8:18 AM and will

remain so until January 30, 2025. Its shadow period lasts until May

17, 2025. The degrees covered in September (27º15’-26º56’

Taurus) are associated with the following images: “A woman past

her ‘change of life’ experiences a new love” and “An old Indian

woman selling the artifacts of her tribe to passers-by”. We are

asked to tap into the uniqueness of our inner resources. Our

originality is our strength. This is what separates us from others

and gives us something to enrich the world with.

Neptune remains retrograde this whole month until December

7 th . Its shadow period will remain until March 28, 2025. The

degrees covered in September (29º03’-28º16’ Pisces) are

represented by: “A majestic rock formation resembling a face is

idealized by a boy who takes it as his ideal of greatness, and as he

grows up, begins to look like it” and “Light breaking into many

colors as it passes through a prism”. What we focus on, we become.

If we keep our eyes on greatness and light, that is what we shall

embody.

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The Moon will be Void of Course (V/O –forming no major aspect

with any planet before entering the following sign-):

On Sunday 9/1 between 5:25 PM and 8:48 PM: when the Moon

enters Virgo.

On Wednesday 9/4 between 9:06 AM and 9:12 AM: when the

Moon enters Libra.

On Friday 9/6 between 10:08 PM and 10:18 PM: when the Moon

enters Scorpio.

On Monday 9/9 between 10:11 AM and 10:26 AM: when the

Moon enters Sagittarius.

On Wednesday 9/11 between 5:21 PM and 7:38 PM: when the

Moon enters Capricorn.

On Saturday 9/14 between 12:35 AM and 12:53 AM: when the

Moon enters Aquarius.

From Sunday 9/15 at 10:04 PM till Monday 9/16 at 2:39 AM:

when the Moon enters Pisces.

On Wednesday 9/19 between 2:02 AM and 2:24 AM: when the

Moon enters Aries.

On Friday 9/20 between 1:39 AM and 2:03 AM: when the Moon

enters Taurus.

On Sunday 9/22 between 3:14 AM and 3:24 AM: when the

Moon enters Gemini.

On Tuesday 9/24 between 4:59 AM and 7:50 AM: when the

Moon enters Cancer.

From Saturday 9/28 at 8:36 PM till Sunday 9/29 at 2:42 AM:

when the Moon enters Leo.

Mark these periods in red in your calendar and avoid scheduling

anything of importance during these times as they would amount

to… NO thing!

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Scheduling our activities using the zodiacal position of the Moon

Moon in Leo until Sunday 9/1 at 8:47 PM + between Thursday 9/26

at 3:47 PM and Sunday 9/29 at 2:41 AM: Excellent for anything

glamorous, dramatic performances, being in the public’s eye,

throwing or attending an elegant party, playing with children,

romance, and creativity in general…

Moon in Virgo between Sunday 9/1 at 8:48 PM and Wednesday

9/4 at 9:11 AM + between Sunday 9/29 at 2:42 AM and Tuesday

10/1 at 3:19 PM : Excellent for starting a new fitness program,

learning, healthy nutrition, fasting, clearing our closets, cleaning

our home, reorganizing our drawers…. Perfect also for detailed

work, the focused use of our intelligence, and taking care of small

pets….

Moon in Libra between Wednesday 9/4 at 9:12 AM and Friday 9/6

at 10:17 PM: Great for relationships, associations, diplomatic

exchanges with others, anything related to beauty (a haircut,

buying new clothes, a make-over…), art (especially painting and

decorating…), a pleasant social event (concert, art exhibition…).

Moon in Scorpio between Friday 9/6 at 10:18 PM and Monday 9/9

at 10:25 AM: Perfect for scientific research, esoteric studies,

self-transformation, shamanism, dealing with the mysteries of life,

death, and sexuality, as well as insurances and issues involving

personal power.

Moon in Sagittarius between Monday 9/9 at 10:26 AM and

Wednesday 9/11 at 7:37 PM: Perfect for traveling, religious and/or

philosophical activities or matters related to higher education and

the law. Excellent for lecturing, learning, perfecting a foreign

language, exploring other cultures… Perfect also for athletic

training and tending to large animals (horses….).

Moon in Capricorn between Wednesday 9/11 at 7:38 PM and

Saturday 9/14 at 12:52 AM: Good for furthering our ambitions,

asking for a promotion, enlisting the support of people in positions

of authority, making a good impression, re-structuring our

business, and redefining our long-term goals…

Moon in Aquarius between Saturday 9/14 at 12:53 AM and Monday

9/16 at 2:38 AM: Perfect for philanthropic activities, charitable

organizations, meeting with friends, making new acquaintances.

Good also for inventions, far out, progressive ideas, inter-

dimensional and time travel, anything related to UFOs, computers,

and technology in general….

Moon in Pisces between Monday 9/16 at 2:39 AM and Wednesday

9/18 at 2:23 AM: Great for meditating, sitting by the ocean,

anything related to the sacred, dancing, painting, swimming,

dreaming, music, photography, film, sleeping, channeling, connecting

with the mystical, the magic and the oneness of all that is…

Moon in Aries between Wednesday 9/18 at 2:24 AM and Friday

9/20 at 2:02 AM: Perfect for intense physical activities, anything

requiring forceful, direct action and self-assertion. Good also for

leadership, spontaneity, good will, being a way shower, initiating

new projects or bringing our car to the mechanic….

Moon in Taurus between Friday 9/20 at 2:03 AM and Sunday 9/22

at 3:23 AM: Perfect for any financial matter: paying our

bills/debts, asking for the money that is owed to us, opening a bank

account, investing in real estate, buying, and selling. Perfect also

for a stroll in the park, going to the countryside, connecting with

our Mother the Earth… Good also for gardening, pottery, sculpting,

as well as bodywork…

Moon in Gemini between Sunday 9/22 at 3:24 AM and Tuesday

9/24 at 7:49 AM: Excellent for multi-tasking, curiosity, any form

of communication, exchanging information, sending e-mails, calling

friends and acquaintances. Great also for social activities,

attending conferences, reading a book, watching a documentary,

gathering data on various topics, connecting with new people….

Moon in Cancer between Tuesday 9/24 at 7:50 AM and Thursday

9/26 at 3:46 PM: Perfect for family activities, especially those

involving children. Good for spending more time at home, cooking,

nurturing ourselves and those we love, inviting the people we

cherish over for dinner. Excellent also for drawing, creative

writing, humor, and anything requiring imagination and a touch of

craziness….

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This month’s intentional meditation started on Monday 8/19 with

the Full Moon in Aquarius at exactly 11:26 AM.

On Monday 9/2, take out your blank full moon charged papers and

write on each a concise, positive intention. Place them on a balcony,

in a garden or near a window so that they are out by exactly 6:56

PM for the New Moon in Virgo. Once that moment has passed,

staple them together and put them away in a folder expecting the

manifestation of all your dreams….

Next month’s intentional meditation starts on Tuesday 9/17. Take

out as many blank sheets of paper as you have intentions and place

them near a window, on a balcony or in a garden so that they

basked in the light of the Full Moon (Lunar Eclipse) in Pisces at

exactly 7:34 PM. Once that moment passed, gather your Full Moon

charged blank sheets and place them in a folder until the next New

Moon next month.

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Sunday 9/1: Pluto re-enters Capricorn (5:10 PM)

Kindly refer to the opening paragraph.

Monday 9/2: Mars Square Neptune (9:10 PM)

A day to stay away from drugs and alcohol as their effects are

likely to be amplified. Situations we were counting on may not

materialize the way we wanted. Our sensitivity is heightened. We

may feel a vague anxiety. People tend to be unstable and problems,

complex. It is important that we remain kind, considerate, and

focused on our ideals.

Wednesday 9/4: Mars enters Cancer (12:46 PM) till November

3

Kindly refer to the opening paragraph.

Friday 9/6: Mercury Square Uranus (9:21 PM)

Not a good day for moving, traveling or signing legal documents.

There could be communication breakdowns. People are erratic.

Nothing quite turns out the way we expected. Separations could

occur. But if we just go with the flow, this can be an exciting day

full of pleasant surprises.

Saturday 9/7: Sun Opposition Saturn (9:35 PM)

A trying day. People in positions of authority could reveal their

selfishness and need to control at all costs. We could feel

burdened with responsibilities. Our social life could be restricted.

Best to focus on our work with persistence, concentration,

seriousness, and patience, and take care of our own well-being.

Sunday 9/8: Mercury enters Virgo (11:50 PM) till 9/26

During the next 3 weeks, our mind is sharp, attentive to details,

and focused on selfless service. A wonderful time to enroll in a

class, read, study, and travel to learn something new. We are likely

to be more communicative than usual, are interested in improving

our health and understanding better the needs of our body. Signing

up to a yoga class is encouraged.

Wednesday 9/11: Mercury Sextile Mars (8:42 PM)

Our confidence in our ideas is strong. We call a spade a spade.

Great for initiating a project requiring competence, quick

decisions, and demanding intellectual work. We could feel a little

argumentative and enjoy competition. Our mind is strategic. We

find change stimulating. Vigorous physical activities are helpful.

Thursday 9/12: Sun Square Jupiter (3:53 AM)

Prone to restlessness, exaggeration, and over-confidence, we might

bite a little more than we can chew. Taking on too many projects is

not advised. Our inflated sense of self could lead to extravagance.

Best to hold off on buying, selling, or engaging in any legal battle. A

day best spent reevaluating our moral values and expressing

humility and gratitude.

Saturday 9/14: Venus Trine Jupiter (10:34 PM)

Our social life is warm and pleasant. Romance is favored. Our

domestic affairs are blessed with harmony. People feel fair,

friendly, comforting, supportive, and generous. A great day to

attend a glamorous event. Artistic endeavors are favored. Financial

affairs are prosperous. We may even receive a gift or a favor.

Tuesday 9/17: Lunar Eclipse in Pisces (7:34 PM)

Kindly refer to the opening paragraph.

Wednesday 9/18: Mercury Opposition Saturn (1:50 AM)

We are concerned with practical needs. Our mental outlook is

serious but could also be borderline pessimistic and somewhat

negative. A great day for mental work requiring a lot of discipline

and focus. Our ideas may not quite come across the way we

intended. Our lack of inspiration is compensated by hard work.

Thursday 9/19: Sun Trine Uranus (7:04 AM)

New, exciting situations arise. Sudden changes create unexpected

good fortune. Stimulating adventures broaden our personal

experience. Unusual opportunities provide us with innovative ways

of advancing our position and realizing our goals and objectives.

Technology, metaphysics, science are favored.

Friday 9/20: Sun Opposition Neptune (5:17 PM)

Remaining realistic could prove challenging. Our sensitivity is

enhanced. We are likely to feel more compassionate and empathic

than usual but should be stay away from people who play with our

emotions or misrepresent a situation. Even if the situation we are

in seems ideal, we could experience a fleeting sense of

discontentment. Meditating, creating art or just resting are good

uses of this transit.

Saturday 9/21: Mercury Square Jupiter (1:50 AM), Sun Trine

Pluto (11:12 PM)

Blind trust is unwise. We should be particularly careful to not

promise more than we can deliver. However, our ability to focus on

the silver lining of every dark cloud and optimism are great

strengths today. If we can plan things carefully, do not overlook

details and remain moderate, this can be a great day for business

transactions. Our natural authority commands the respect of

others. A day to bring into the open any conflict that may arise and

solve it for the good of all concerned. Taking a stand for what we

believe in gains us the respect of others.

Sunday 9/22: the Sun enters Libra (5:44 AM) till October 22,

Venus Square Pluto (2:15 PM), Venus enters Scorpio (7:36 PM)

till October 17

During the coming month, we seek beauty, balance, and harmony.

Relationships assume a greater than usual importance. Functioning

better in partnership than alone, we need intensity and passion. We

could feel powerful emotions and be shocked by the jealousy, need

for control or possessivity that may arise in ourselves or in others.

A great period to redecorate our home, change our wardrobe, and

renew our style. Today, more specifically, manipulative, compulsive,

subversive techniques could prove particularly destructive.

Emotional challenges from the past could be brought to the

surface to be cleansed. For the sake of peace and unity, we may be

required to bend over backwards.

Tuesday 9/24: Mercury Trine Uranus (10:27 AM)

An excellent transit for any kind of original, progressive thinking.

Creative insights improve our efficiency. Flashes of intuition offer

unusual solutions to existing challenges. Teaching, traveling,

studying, publishing, and lecturing are favored. Things may not

quite go according to plan, but if we remain open and flexible, we

shall find that we are moved in the perfect direction.

Wednesday 9/25: Mercury Opposition Neptune (4:07 AM),

Mercury Trine Pluto (9:14 PM)

An interesting day. On one hand we might feel absent-minded, lazy,

ineffective, and prone to daydreaming. Meditation, art, healing, and

any work requiring imagination is appealing. On the other hand, we

X-ray situations and people, dig beneath the surface, and get to

the root of any problem. Mysteries are attractive. We seek

serious, profound conversations, and grasp the intricacies of cause

and effect, which inspires us to work more deeply on ourselves.

Thursday 9/26: Mercury enters Libra (1:09 AM) till October

13

Love is on our mind. We may spend more time than usual figuring

out what works and what doesn’t in our relationships. We are

interested in teamwork, seek peace, beauty, and balance. A great

period to redecorate our personal space. Excellent also for

establishing contracts, engaging in diplomatic negotiations, and

resolving legal issues. Music, literature, and the arts are all very

attractive.

Sunday 9/29: Mars Trine Saturn (9:06 PM)

A great day for endeavors requiring concentration, experience, and

efficiency. We are particularly resourceful and seek energetic

actions. Not easily swayed by external considerations, we take

control of our lives with a strong will to succeed. Our enterprising

spirit is supported by common sense, orderly actions, as well as a

direct and conservative attitude.

Monday 9/30: Sun Conjunct Mercury (2:09 PM)

Perfect for planning for the future, writing e-mails, returning

phone calls, selling, trading, and making small trips. Good also for

trying something new and accepting social invitations.

Communications are simple and straightforward.

Wishing you a powerful month of September!

In Loving Light.

Michelle Karén, M.A., D.F.Astrol.S.

August astrological forecast

August 2024

RUNE OF THE MONTH: Ehwaz “the Horse”. A powerful element

is likely to be introduced in our lives that will resolutely mark the

end of a cycle and the beginning of a completely new one. Total

change is afoot that will drastically shift our consciousness,

opening exciting horizons. August is likely to be a turning point

month for us all, leading to a new level of freedom.

* * * * * * * * * * *

Pluto remains retrograde this whole month till October 11. Its

shadow period lasts until February 2, 2025. The degree traveled in

August (0º40’-0º02’ Aquarius) is associated in the Sabian Symbols

with the following image: “An old adobe Mission”. A chance to

reassess our relationship to power, our sense of personal mastery,

and the strength of our spiritual faith.

Neptune remains retrograde this whole month until December

7 th . Its shadow period will remain until March 28, 2025. The degree

covered in August (29º42’-29º05’ Pisces) is represented by: “A

majestic rock formation resembling a face is idealized by a boy

who takes it as his ideal of greatness, and as he grows up, begins to

look like it.” As fake information, confusion, and deceit abound, it

is important that we choose what we want to see happen in our life

and see it as having already happened. The more we keep our mind

and our emotions on the positive we wish to achieve, the more we

shall be able to bring it into concrete manifestation. As the Indian

saying goes: “Man is a creature of reflection. He becomes that

upon which he reflects.”

Saturn remains retrograde this whole month until November 15.

Its shadow period lasts until February 18, 2025. The degrees

traveled in August (18º36’-16º39’ Pisces) are symbolized by: “A

Master instructing his disciple”, “In a huge tent a famous revivalist

conducts his meeting with a spectacular performance”, and “An

Easter promenade”. We are required to re-evaluate our dreams

against reality, redefine our boundaries, and become clear on the

work that needs to be done to manifest our visions. Our spiritual

faith -or lack thereof, is also brought into focus. What do we

believe in and how does it help us? A time to enjoy our creativity,

expand our imagination, develop our fantasy, while learning and

growing in ways that help us enhance our own as well as other

people’s lives.

Mercury turns retrograde on August 4 till August 28 between

4º06’ Virgo and 21º39’ Leo. Its shadow period will remain until

September 11. The degree it turns retrograde on is symbolized by:

“A man becoming aware of Nature spirits and normally unseen

spiritual energies.” Our attention is being drawn to details. Our

psychic energies are likely to develop. The rhythm of life

accelerates in significant ways forcing us to examine the

selflessness of our service to others, our ability to bring order to

chaos and healing to disease. Issues centering around health, diet,

and fitness come to the forefront. We also become concerned with

romance; if we are single, finding the right partner, or if we are in

a committed relationship, reassessing the strength of our

partnership, its playfulness, and whether or not it enriches our

life. Our connection to children, as well as the development of our

creativity also become topics of interest.

* * * * * * * * * * *

The Moon will be Void of Course (V/O –forming no major aspect

with any planet before entering the following sign-):

On Saturday 8/3 between 3:31 AM and 4:10 AM: when the

Moon enters Leo.

On Monday 8/5 between 8:16 AM and 2:17 PM: when the Moon

enters Virgo.

On Thursday 8/8 between 1:40 AM and 2:31 AM: when the

Moon enters Libra.

From Friday 8/9 at 2”45 PM till Saturday 8/10 at 3:34 PM:

when the Moon enters Scorpio.

On Tuesday 8/13 between 2:01 AM and 3:01 AM: when the

Moon enters Sagittarius.

On Thursday 8/15 between 9:52 AM and 10:51 AM: when the

Moon enters Capricorn.

On Saturday 8/17 between 1:43 PM and 2:45 PM: when the

Moon enters Aquarius.

On Monday 8/19 between 11:26 AM and 3:52 PM: when the

Moon enters Pisces.

On Wednesday 8/21 between 2:54 PM and 4:02 PM: when the

Moon enters Aries.

On Friday 8/23 between 5:44 AM and 5:00 PM: when the Moon

enters Taurus.

On Sunday 8/25 between 6:40 PM and 8:04 PM: when the Moon

enters Gemini.

On Wednesday 8/28 between 12:14 AM and 1:47 AM: when the

Moon enters Cancer.

On Friday 8/30 between 8:24 AM and 10:09 AM: when the

Moon enters Leo.

Mark these periods in red in your calendar and avoid scheduling

anything of importance during these times as they would amount

to… NO thing!

* * * * * * * * * * *

Scheduling our activities using the zodiacal position of the Moon

Moon in Cancer until Saturday 8/3 at 4:09 AM + between

Wednesday 8/28 at 1:47 AM and Friday 8/30 at 10:08 AM:

Perfect for family activities, especially those involving children.

Good for spending more time at home, cooking, nurturing ourselves

and those we love, inviting the people we cherish over for dinner.

Excellent also for drawing, creative writing, humor, and anything

requiring imagination and a touch of craziness….

Moon in Leo between Saturday 8/3 at 4:10 AM and Monday 8/5 at

2:16 PM + between Friday 8/30 at 10:09 AM and Sunday 9/1 at

8:47 PM: Excellent for anything glamorous, dramatic

performances, being in the public’s eye, throwing or attending an

elegant party, playing with children, romance, and creativity in

general…

Moon in Virgo between Monday 8/5 at 2:17 PM and Thursday 8/8

at 2:30 AM: Excellent for starting a new fitness program, learning,

healthy nutrition, fasting, clearing our closets, cleaning our home,

reorganizing our drawers…. Perfect also for detailed work, the

focused use of our intelligence, and taking care of small pets….

Moon in Libra between Thursday 8/8 at 2:31 AM and Saturday

8/10 at 3:33 PM: Great for relationships, associations, diplomatic

exchanges with others, anything related to beauty (a haircut,

buying new clothes, a make-over…), art (especially painting and

decorating…), a pleasant social event (concert, art exhibition…).

Moon in Scorpio between Saturday 8/10 at 3:34 PM and Tuesday

8/13 at 3:00 AM: Perfect for scientific research, esoteric studies,

self-transformation, shamanism, dealing with the mysteries of life,

death, and sexuality, as well as insurances and issues involving

personal power.

Moon in Sagittarius between Tuesday 8/13 at 3:01 AM and

Thursday 8/15 at 10:50 AM: Perfect for traveling, religious and/or

philosophical activities or matters related to higher education and

the law. Excellent for lecturing, learning, perfecting a foreign

language, exploring other cultures… Perfect also for athletic

training and tending to large animals (horses….).

Moon in Capricorn between Thursday 8/15 at 10:51 AM and

Saturday 8/17 at 2:44 PM: Good for furthering our ambitions,

asking for a promotion, enlisting the support of people in positions

of authority, making a good impression, re-structuring our

business, and redefining our long-term goals…

Moon in Aquarius between Saturday 8/17 at 2:45 PM and Monday

8/19 at 3:51 PM: Perfect for philanthropic activities, charitable

organizations, meeting with friends, making new acquaintances.

Good also for inventions, far out, progressive ideas, inter-

dimensional and time travel, anything related to UFOs, computers,

and technology in general….

Moon in Pisces between Monday 8/19 at 3:52 PM and Wednesday

8/21 at 4:01 PM: Great for meditating, sitting by the ocean,

anything related to the sacred, dancing, painting, swimming,

dreaming, music, photography, film, sleeping, channeling, connecting

with the mystical, the magic and the oneness of all that is…

Moon in Aries between Wednesday 8/21 at 4:02 PM and Friday

8/23 at 4:59 PM: Perfect for intense physical activities, anything

requiring forceful, direct action and self-assertion. Good also for

leadership, spontaneity, good will, being a way shower, initiating

new projects or bringing our car to the mechanic….

Moon in Taurus between Friday 8/23 at 5:00 PM and Sunday 8/25

at 8:03 PM: Perfect for any financial matter: paying our

bills/debts, asking for the money that is owed to us, opening a bank

account, investing in real estate, buying, and selling. Perfect also

for a stroll in the park, going to the countryside, connecting with

our Mother the Earth… Good also for gardening, pottery, sculpting,

as well as bodywork…

Moon in Gemini between Sunday 8/25 at 8:04 PM and Wednesday

8/28 at 1:46 AM: Excellent for multi-tasking, curiosity, any form

of communication, exchanging information, sending e-mails, calling

friends and acquaintances. Great also for social activities,

attending conferences, reading a book, watching a documentary,

gathering data on various topics, connecting with new people….

* * * * * * * * * * *

This month’s intentional meditation started on Sunday 7/21 with

the Full Moon in Capricorn at exactly 3:17 AM.

On Sunday 8/4, take out your blank full moon charged papers and

write on each a concise, positive intention. Place them on a balcony,

in a garden or near a window so that they are out by exactly 4:13

AM for the New Moon in Leo. Once that moment has passed,

staple them together and put them away in a folder expecting the

manifestation of all your dreams….

Next month’s intentional meditation starts on Monday 8/19. Take

out as many blank sheets of paper as you have intentions and place

them near a window, on a balcony or in a garden so that they

basked in the light of the Full Moon in Aquarius at exactly 11:26

AM. Once that moment passed, gather your Full Moon charged

blank sheets and place them in a folder until the next New Moon

next month.

* * * * * * * * * * *

Friday 8/2: Venus Square Uranus (6:27 AM)

Sudden changes in our social life could be shocking. An old friend

could re-emerge revealing how differently we have evolved.

Relationships that have run their course are likely to explode.

Somewhat irresponsible with regard to our emotional commitments,

we might unwillingly get into arguments leading to sudden

separations. We could be faced with unexpected expenses. A day

to be careful when dealing with others.

Sunday 8/4: Venus enters Virgo (7:23 PM) till 8/29, Mercury

turns retrograde (9:56 PM) till 8/28

During the next 3 weeks, our approach to relationships is realistic

and pragmatic. We do not court illusions but seek purity, harmony,

and are willing to be of selfless service to the one we love. Taking

care of our health feels important, putting order in our

environment, and helping those who are in need are important goals.

Regarding Mercury turning retrograde today for 3 weeks, kindly

refer to the opening paragraph.

Wednesday 8/7: Sun Sextile Jupiter (6:37 AM), Mercury

Conjunct Venus (8:12 PM)

A very happy and harmonious day. Our cheerful enthusiasm, and

kind, respectful, diplomatic approach ensure the success of our

endeavors. We inspire trust. Valuable doors open. Financial

investments are rewarding. Great for an enjoyable journey,

studying a topic of legal, philosophical, spiritual, or cultural

interest, and anything related to publishing.

Wednesday 8/14: Mars Conjunct Jupiter (8:22 AM), Mercury

enters Leo (5:16 PM) till September 8

A day to defend the principles we believe in and be

straightforward in our actions. Considerable progress is possible if

we remain fair and ethical. Great for any athletic activity,

defending the underprivileged, or going on a dynamic trip. During

the next 3 weeks, we are likely to express our ideas with panache.

We could be drawn to the theater. Our organizational and

leadership abilities come to the forefront. Activities with children

are favored.

Thursday 8/15: Mars Square Saturn (10:30 PM)

Today, plagued by a certain sense of insecurity, our actions could

be inhibited, our actions, curbed, and our efforts prove

discouraging. A day to not seek outer support, but stick to the

grinder with resilience, the willingness to work hard, focus, and

exert real discipline. We are -albeit painfully, laying the

groundwork for the future.

Sunday 8/18: Mercury Square Uranus (2:47 AM), Sun Conjunct

Mercury (6:58 PM), Venus Square Jupiter (10:53 PM)

Nothing is likely to turn out the way we thought. Breakdowns in

communication are possible. We should be careful to not jump too

hastily to conclusions without having all the facts. Explosive

information could emerge. We might over-estimate ourselves in a

way that causes a separation from someone close to us.

Exaggerating our emotions could be tempting but is not advised.

We could be vulnerable to legal and financial difficulties and spend

more money than necessary on an item we may end up regretting

buying. Not a good day to form partnerships.

Monday 8/19: Venus Opposition Saturn (1:30 AM), Sun Square

Uranus (9:45 AM), Jupiter Square Saturn (2:46 PM)

Unexpected events, a sense of isolation, discouragement in a love

relationship, or heavy financial demands could make this day rather

depressing. The calmer, more reserved, serious, hard-working, and

grounded we are, the better. Not a good day to start a new project

nor establish any kind of partnership.

Thursday 8/22: the Sun enters Virgo (7:56 AM) till September

22, Venus Square Mars (8:20 PM)

During the next month, we are likely to be more attentive to

details, are willing to work hard with great selflessness, and seek

to be of service to others by bringing healing and order. Today,

more specifically, we could experience volatile relationships. Our

social life may not run as smoothly as we’d like it to. Others could

be moody, impatient, or rejecting in some way. A day best spent

engaged in a physical activity that allows us to blow some steam

off.

Friday 8/23: Mercury Sextile Mars (9:31 PM)

Our mind is sharp, alert, and quick. We voice our convictions with

courage and are drawn to decisive actions. Greatly confident in our

ideas, we are willing to fight for them. Seeking to take the lead of

any project we believe in, we find change stimulating. Great for

seizing money-making opportunities.

Tuesday 8/27: Venus Trine Uranus (12:24 AM)

More popular and charismatic than usual, our social life is likely to

become quite exciting. Love could turn into friendship and a

friendship could lead to love. We seek an intimate relationship that

supports the expression of our individuality and our need for

freedom and independence. Money matters could fluctuate,

bringing an unexpected financial gain.

Wednesday 8/28: Venus Opposition Neptune (1:25 PM),

Mercury turns direct (2:14 PM)

Relationships could be a little confusing today. We could be more in

love with love than with an actual person. A seemingly perfect

soulmate encounter could not be all that it appears to be. Lies,

deceit, or fogginess could blur the reality of our connections

making us believe in something that is not quite real. Let us also be

cautious of potential financial frauds. Communications may still be

a little wobbly today, but they will completely have returned to

normal by tomorrow.

Thursday 8/29: Venus enters Libra (6:23 AM) till September

22, Venus Trine Pluto (7:32 AM)

During the coming 3 weeks, relationships assume a greater than

usual importance. We seek companionships that are balanced,

loving, and harmonious. Beauty is important to us. A great period

for a make-over or re-decorating our home. Artistic endeavors are

also favored. Today, more specifically, our magnetic appeal is

intensified, encouraging us to infuse our relationship with passion.

Our ability to make a lot of money is enhanced. The intensity of

our inspiration can lead to powerful creations.

Wishing you a joyful month of August!

In Loving Light.

Michelle Karén, M.A., D.F.Astrol.S.

July astrological forecast

July 2024

RUNE OF THE MONTH: Wunjo “joy”, “bliss”. This rune requires

that we follow our bliss by being true to our greatest purpose.

More than ever is it important that we remain present to the

present and understand our place in the grand scheme of things.

Acknowledging our gifts and talents, feeling thankful for who we

are and what we have, developing a strong bond with our

community, and balancing both our awareness and humility help us

find the joy that strengthens our life and enables us to fulfill our

highest destiny.

* * * * * * * * * * *

Pluto remains retrograde this whole month till October 11. Its

shadow period lasts until February 2, 2025. The degrees traveled

in July (1º23’-0º41’ Aquarius) are associated in the Sabian Symbols

with the following images: “An unexpected thunderstorm” and “An

old adobe mission in California”. All over the world, the people are

awakening to the lies. The rebellion against control and propaganda

leads to civil unrest. As the old world is crumbling before our eyes,

solidity is found in expanding our awareness and renewing our

spiritual power.

Saturn remains retrograde this whole month until November 15.

Its shadow period lasts until February 18, 2025. The degrees

traveled in July (19º26’- 18º39’ Pisces) are symbolized by: “A table

set for an evening meal” and “A Master instructing his disciple.” At

this juncture, ignorance is not bliss. The more we dig for the truth,

the more enlightened our decisions will be. We need to seek real

masters and true knowledge. In the web of half-truths, corrupted

information, misalignments, misleading distractions, and general

concerted confusion, discerning what-is from what-is-not is more

important than ever. What we feed our bodies, our minds, and our

souls needs to contribute to our highest good. We are sole

responsible for discarding what no longer serves us, -and maybe

never did, or worse, enslaves us, and seeking what elevates our

consciousness.

Neptune turns retrograde on July 2 nd at 3:40 AM until December

7 th . Its shadow period will remain until March 28, 2025. The degree

the retrogradation starts on (29º56’ Pisces) is represented by: “A

woman just risen from the sea. A seal is embracing her.” Amidst all

the fake news, lies, deceptions, and prevailing propaganda, it is

essential that we tap into our own instincts and rely on the

resources of our subconscious. Our inner voice is more accurate

than our mind can ever be. We are required to settle in the inner

peace of transparency from which all new life can emerge.

* * * * * * * * * * *

The Moon will be Void of Course (V/O –forming no major aspect

with any planet before entering the following sign-):

On Tuesday 7/2 between 8:43 AM and 8:50 AM: when the

Moon enters Gemini.

On Thursday 7/4 between 1:44 PM and 1:51 PM: when the

Moon enters Cancer.

On Saturday 7/6 between 8:47 PM and 8:56 PM: when the Moon

enters Leo.

From Monday 7/8 at 11:04 PM till Tuesday 7/9 at 6:48 AM:

when the Moon enters Virgo.

On Thursday 7/11 between 6:55 PM and 7:06 PM: when the

Moon enters Libra.

From Saturday 7/13 at 3:49 PM till Sunday 7/14 at 7:53 AM:

when the Moon enters Scorpio.

On Tuesday 7/16 between 6:10 PM and 6:25 PM: when the

Moon enters Sagittarius.

On Friday 7/19 between 12:58 AM and 1:14 AM: when the

Moon enters Capricorn.

On Sunday 7/21 between 4:26 AM and 4:43 AM: when the

Moon enters Aquarius.

On Tuesday 7/23 between 2:58 AM and 6:23 AM: when the

Moon enters Pisces.

On Thursday 7/25 between 7:31 AM and 7:52 AM: when the

Moon enters Aries.

From Friday 7/26 at 3:14 PM till Saturday 7/27 at 10:23 AM:

when the Moon enters Taurus.

On Monday 7/29 between 1:59 PM till 2:28 PM: when the Moon

enters Gemini.

On Wednesday 7/31 between 7:46 PM and 8:19 PM: when the

Moon enters Cancer.

Mark these periods in red in your calendar and avoid scheduling

anything of importance during these times as they would amount

to… NO thing!

* * * * * * * * * * *

Scheduling our activities using the zodiacal position of the Moon

Moon in Taurus until Tuesday 7/2 at 8:49 AM + between Saturday

7/27 at 10:23 AM till Monday 7/29 at 2:27 PM : Perfect for any

financial matter: paying our bills/debts, asking for the money that

is owed to us, opening a bank account, investing in real estate,

buying, and selling. Perfect also for a stroll in the park, going to

the countryside, connecting with our Mother the Earth… Good also

for gardening, pottery, sculpting, as well as bodywork…

Moon in Gemini between Tuesday 7/2 at 8:50 AM and Thursday

7/4 at 1:50 PM + between Monday 7/29 at 2:28 PM and Wednesday

7/31 at 8:18 PM: Excellent for multi-tasking, curiosity, any form of

communication, exchanging information, sending e-mails, calling

friends and acquaintances. Great also for social activities,

attending conferences, reading a book, watching a documentary,

gathering data on various topics, connecting with new people….

Moon in Cancer between Thursday 7/4 at 1:51 PM and Saturday

7/6 at 8:55 PM: Perfect for family activities, especially those

involving children. Good for spending more time at home, cooking,

nurturing ourselves and those we love, inviting the people we

cherish over for dinner. Excellent also for drawing, creative

writing, humor, and anything requiring imagination and a touch of

craziness….

Moon in Leo between Saturday 7/6 at 8:56 PM and Tuesday 7/9 at

6:47 AM: Excellent for anything glamorous, dramatic

performances, being in the public’s eye, throwing or attending an

elegant party, playing with children, romance, and creativity in

general…

Moon in Virgo between Tuesday 7/9 at 6:48 AM and Thursday

7/11 at 7:05 PM: Excellent for starting a new fitness program,

learning, healthy nutrition, fasting, clearing our closets, cleaning

our home, reorganizing our drawers…. Perfect also for detailed

work, the focused use of our intelligence, and taking care of small

pets….

Moon in Libra between Thursday 7/11 at 7:06 PM and Sunday 7/14

at 7:52 AM: Great for relationships, associations, diplomatic

exchanges with others, anything related to beauty (a haircut,

buying new clothes, a make-over…), art (especially painting and

decorating…), a pleasant social event (concert, art exhibition…).

Moon in Scorpio between Sunday 7/14 at 7:53 AM and Tuesday

7/16 at 6:24 PM: Perfect for scientific research, esoteric studies,

self-transformation, shamanism, dealing with the mysteries of life,

death, and sexuality, as well as insurances and issues involving

personal power.

Moon in Sagittarius between Tuesday 7/16 at 6:25 PM and Friday

7/19 at 1:13 AM: Perfect for traveling, religious and/or

philosophical activities or matters related to higher education and

the law. Excellent for lecturing, learning, perfecting a foreign

language, exploring other cultures… Perfect also for athletic

training and tending to large animals (horses….).

Moon in Capricorn between Friday 7/19 at 1:14 AM and Sunday

7/21 at 4:42 AM: Good for furthering our ambitions, asking for a

promotion, enlisting the support of people in positions of authority,

making a good impression, re-structuring our business, and

redefining our long-term goals…

Moon in Aquarius between Sunday 7/21 at 4:43 AM and Tuesday

7/23 at 6:22 AM: Perfect for philanthropic activities, charitable

organizations, meeting with friends, making new acquaintances.

Good also for inventions, far out, progressive ideas, inter-

dimensional and time travel, anything related to UFOs, computers,

and technology in general….

Moon in Pisces between Tuesday 7/23 at 6:23 AM and Thursday

7/25 at 7:51 AM: Great for meditating, sitting by the ocean,

anything related to the sacred, dancing, painting, swimming,

dreaming, music, photography, film, sleeping, channeling, connecting

with the mystical, the magic and the oneness of all that is…

Moon in Aries between Thursday 7/25 at 7:52 AM and Saturday

7/27 at 10:22 AM: Perfect for intense physical activities, anything

requiring forceful, direct action and self-assertion. Good also for

leadership, spontaneity, good will, being a way shower, initiating

new projects or bringing our car to the mechanic….

* * * * * * * * * * *

This month’s intentional meditation started on with the Full Moon

in at exactly.

On Friday 7/5, take out your blank full moon charged papers and

write on each a concise, positive intention. Place them on a balcony,

in a garden or near a window so that they are out by exactly 3:57

PM for the New Moon in Cancer. Once that moment has passed,

staple them together and put them away in a folder expecting the

manifestation of all your dreams….

Next month’s intentional meditation starts on Sunday 7/21. Take

out as many blank sheets of paper as you have intentions and place

them near a window, on a balcony or in a garden so that they

basked in the light of the Full Moon in Capricorn at exactly 3:17

AM. Once that moment passed, gather your Full Moon charged

blank sheets and place them in a folder until the next New Moon

next month.

* * * * * * * * * * *

Tuesday 7/2: Mercury Trine Neptune (4:53 AM), Mercury in

Leo (5:50 AM) till 7/25, Venus Trine Saturn (6:41 PM)

During the next 3 weeks, we could be attracted to performing in

public and expressing ourselves dramatically. Creativity, romance,

and children are likely to be on our mind. We tend to speak with

panache, warmth, and generosity. Today, more specifically, is

conducive to any endeavor requiring inspiration and imagination.

Music, poetry, and meditation are soothing to our soul. Our dreams

could be premonitory. A partnership begun today is solidly based in

reality and is likely to last a long time. Excellent also for

strengthening an existing relationship and stabilizing our finances.

Wednesday 7/3: Mercury Opposition Pluto (12:27 AM)

Forcefulness, expressing our opinions bluntly, and being too

outspoken can lead to alienation. It is recommended that we

compromise, meet others half-way, and find solutions that work

for all.

Friday 7/5: Mars Sextile Saturn (12:02 PM)

Our projects and ambitions are furthered with practical, grounded,

decisive actions. It is advised to channel our energy into objective,

impersonal projects. Discipline, hard work, and a strong sense of

direction see us to the finish line.

Monday 7/8: Venus Sextile Uranus (4:04 AM), Mercury Sextile

Jupiter (7:26 AM)

Exciting social encounters can lead to an unusual romance. The

people we meet today are eccentric, stimulating, and freeing. We

are likely to be drawn to modern art forms and original esthetics.

Financial matters tend to fluctuate bringing the possibility of both

sudden loss and unexpected gain. A great day for a long-distance

trip, expanding our education, or learning a foreign language. We

express ourselves with poise and confidence. Conference speakers,

professors, actors, and politicians are favored.

Wednesday 7/10: Sun Trine Saturn (8:05 PM)

Discipline, focus, and hard work are called for. We face our duties

with a heightened sense of responsibility, are structured, and

organized. Our maturity, seriousness, and leadership abilities bring

long-term rewards.

Thursday 7/11: Venus Trine Neptune (7:32 AM), Venus in Leo

(9:19 AM) till 8/4

During the next 3 weeks, creativity, children, and romance are

favored. We express our love with warmth, are enthusiastic, and

generous both with our time and our resources. A wonderful time

to take care of ourselves, enhance our beauty, and renew our

wardrobe. Today, more specifically, we could seek an ideal love,

feel dreamy, and lose ourselves in a romantic movie. A date is likely

to be particularly enchanted. Our sensitivity to the suffering of

others, our enhanced compassion, and love of art imbue this day

with grace. An intuitive financial investment may prove lucrative.

Friday 7/12: Venus Opposition Pluto (7:12 AM)

Manipulative tactics and compulsive actions are best met with a

genuine willingness to extend ourselves to others. Best to keep our

feelings and sensitivity to the underlying emotional undercurrents,

to ourselves, and adopt an attitude of gracious compromise.

Relationship commitments may require more effort and

understanding than usual. Financial matters necessitate careful

planning.

Monday 7/15: Mars Conjunct Uranus (7:05 AM)

Today, we are highly individualistic and express our uniqueness in

original way. But if we are not careful enough, rash actions,

impulsive reactions, a need for freedom, a fascination with speed,

and an exaggerated rebelliousness could make us accident prone.

Let us stay away from potentially aggressive people and violent

situations. Existing problems find unusual solutions through flashes

of insight.

Thursday 7/18: Sun Sextile Uranus (7:00 AM)

A day to expect the unexpected. Plans may change suddenly, people

we hadn’t seen in a while, show up, unforeseen circumstances

redirect the course of our actions, and social gatherings are

attractive. Meeting new people is exciting. An accelerated rhythm

leading to unusual possibilities brings a welcome stimulation into

our life.

Saturday 7/20: Mars Sextile Neptune (8:17 AM), Mars in

Gemini (1:43 PM) till September 4

During the next 6 weeks, our actions are intellectually driven. We

are curious, mobile, flexible, as well as eager to learn and travel.

More interested in a variety of different experiences than

acquiring mastery in only one field, we may seem a little scattered.

Somewhat argumentative, drawn to vibrant discussions and verbal

sparring, physical activities help us blow some steam off. Today,

more specifically, a vague dissatisfaction could lead us to look for

new opportunities. We are fascinated by surprises, secret plans,

imaginative projects, and daring creative endeavors, but if we fail

to back our dreams with some concrete work, they may all fade

into the sunset.

Sunday 7/21: Venus Sextile Jupiter (1:43 PM), Mercury

Square Uranus (3:21 PM), Sun Trine Neptune (8:25 PM), Mars

Trine Pluto (8:48 PM)

Exciting events, unexpected changes of mind, unusual disruptions

of plans, and stimulating encounters require of us to stay very

present to the moment. Romance is favored. A day to dream our

ideal reality into being by focusing on beauty, harmony, and

balance. An existing connection, or a relationship begun today, is

warm, adventurous, has a visionary quality and philosophical depth.

Our need for intensity and passion is enhanced. We seek

meaningful, enriching, far-reaching alliances that feed our soul and

help us grow.

Monday 7/22: Sun enters Leo (12:44 AM) till August 22, Sun

Opposition Pluto (10:38 PM)

During the coming month, we may feel more indolent. We seek

glamour, visibility, are warm, generous, and radiate a positive

energy that elevates everyone around us. Playing with children,

developing our creativity, and beautifying ourselves are pleasurable

activities. Today, more specifically requires of us to compromise.

The temptation to resort to manipulation, lack integrity, or dig our

heels in passive resistance should be curbed. It is important that

we cooperate with others and act in ways that benefit all

concerned.

Thursday 7/25: Mercury enters Virgo (3:42 PM) till August 14,

Sun Sextile Mars (7:32 PM)

During the next 3 weeks, we are focused on practical details. Our

thirst for knowledge is enhanced. A certain nervousness and

curiosity could make it difficult for us to stay in just one place. We

tend to be more organized yet seek mental stimulation. Today,

more specifically, an activity requiring physical energy, courage,

and a positive focus is revitalizing. A great transit for a dynamic

sporting event.

Wishing you a happy month of July!

In Loving Light.

Michelle Karén, M.A., D.F.Astrol.S.

June astrological forecast

June 2024

RUNE OF THE MONTH: Jera “Harvest”. This month, karma

strikes. We are reaping what we have sown. While corruption,

laziness, lies, and abuse will not result in happy situations; those

who in for a long time demonstrated good will, engaged in hard

work, showed discrimination, and had integrity will soar to new

heights.

* * * * * * * * * * *

Pluto remains retrograde this whole month till October 11. Its

shadow period lasts until February 2, 2025. The degree traveled in

June (1º55’-1º24’ Aquarius) is associated in the Sabian Symbols

with the following image: “An unexpected thunderstorm”. Old,

outmoded patterns cannot survive in the current evolution. The

days of those who abused their power, lied, and built their wealth

on corruption, are numbered. A glaring light is being cast on the

darker, more toxic, destructive aspects of humanity, leading to a

necessary explosion. The people will be seen everywhere to rebel in

unprecedented ways against oppression.

Mars enters Taurus on 6/8 at 9:35 PM till July 20 th . Resilient,

persistent, and stubborn actions mark the coming 6 weeks. We may

start projects rather slowly but once we get going, cannot be

stopped. Driven by practical considerations, our desires are very

physical, geared towards money-making ventures and building

material solidity.

Saturn turns retrograde on Saturday 6/29 at 12:07 PM till

November 15. Its shadow period lasts until February 18, 2025.

The degree it turns retrograde on (19º26’ Pisces) is symbolized by:

“A table set for an evening meal”. During the next 4 and 1/2

months, our relationship with authority comes into focus. How

trustworthy are our governments? How much faith do we place in

the laws? How supportive are external structures? The time has

come to rely on our inner resources, stand in our personal power,

and become the masters of our own destiny.

* * * * * * * * * * *

The Moon will be Void of Course (V/O –forming no major aspect

with any planet before entering the following sign-):

On Sunday 6/2 between 3:04 PM and 10:55 PM: when the Moon

enters Taurus.

On Wednesday 6/5 between 1:09 AM and 1:36 AM: when the

Moon enters Gemini.

On Friday 6/7 between 5:16 AM and 5:41 AM: when the Moon

enters Cancer.

On Sunday 6/9 between 12:05 PM and 12:29 PM: when the

Moon enters Leo.

On Tuesday 6/11 between 12:16 PM and 10:39 PM: when the

Moon enters Virgo.

On Friday 6/14 between 10:54 AM and 11:12 AM: when the

Moon enters Libra.

On Sunday 6/16 between 11:05 PM and 11:38 PM: when the

Moon enters Scorpio.

On Wednesday 6/19 between 9:19 AM and 9:32 AM: when the

Moon enters Sagittarius.

On Friday 6/21 between 3:58 PM and 4:08 PM: when the Moon

enters Capricorn.

On Sunday 6/23 between 8:05 PM and 8:14 PM: when the Moon

enters Aquarius.

On Tuesday 6/25 between 3:30 PM and 11:08 PM: when the

Moon enters Pisces.

On Friday 6/28 between 1:45 AM and 1:52 AM: when the Moon

enters Aries.

From Saturday 6/29 at 9:56 PM till Sunday 6/30 at 5:00 AM:

when the Moon enters Taurus.

Mark these periods in red in your calendar and avoid scheduling

anything of importance during these times as they would amount

to… NO thing!

* * * * * * * * * * *

Scheduling our activities using the zodiacal position of the Moon

Moon in Aries until Sunday 6/2 at 10:54 PM + between Friday

6/28 at 1:52 AM and Sunday 6/30 at 4:59 AM: Perfect for intense

physical activities, anything requiring forceful, direct action and

self-assertion. Good also for leadership, spontaneity, good will,

being a way shower, initiating new projects or bringing our car to

the mechanic….

Moon in Taurus between Sunday 6/2 at 10:55 PM and Wednesday

6/5 at 1:35 AM + between Sunday 6/30 at 5:00 AM and Tuesday

7/2 at 8:49 AM: Perfect for any financial matter: paying our

bills/debts, asking for the money that is owed to us, opening a bank

account, investing in real estate, buying, and selling. Perfect also

for a stroll in the park, going to the countryside, connecting with

our Mother the Earth… Good also for gardening, pottery, sculpting,

as well as bodywork…

Moon in Gemini between Wednesday 6/5 at 1:36 AM and Friday

6/7 at 5:40 AM: Excellent for multi-tasking, curiosity, any form of

communication, exchanging information, sending e-mails, calling

friends and acquaintances. Great also for social activities,

attending conferences, reading a book, watching a documentary,

gathering data on various topics, connecting with new people….

Moon in Cancer between Friday 6/7 at 5:41 AM and Sunday 6/9 at

12:28 PM: Perfect for family activities, especially those involving

children. Good for spending more time at home, cooking, nurturing

ourselves and those we love, inviting the people we cherish over for

dinner. Excellent also for drawing, creative writing, humor, and

anything requiring imagination and a touch of craziness….

Moon in Leo between Sunday 6/9 at 12:29 PM and Tuesday 6/11 at

10:38 PM: Excellent for anything glamorous, dramatic

performances, being in the public’s eye, throwing or attending an

elegant party, playing with children, romance, and creativity in

general…

Moon in Virgo between Tuesday 6/11 at 10:39 PM and Friday 6/14

at 11:11 AM: Excellent for starting a new fitness program, learning,

healthy nutrition, fasting, clearing our closets, cleaning our home,

reorganizing our drawers…. Perfect also for detailed work, the

focused use of our intelligence, and taking care of small pets….

Moon in Libra between Friday 6/14 at 11:12 AM and Sunday 6/16

at 11:37 PM: Great for relationships, associations, diplomatic

exchanges with others, anything related to beauty (a haircut,

buying new clothes, a make-over…), art (especially painting and

decorating…), a pleasant social event (concert, art exhibition…).

Moon in Scorpio between Sunday 6/16 at 11:38 PM and Wednesday

6/19 at 9:31 AM: Perfect for scientific research, esoteric studies,

self-transformation, shamanism, dealing with the mysteries of life,

death, and sexuality, as well as insurances and issues involving

personal power.

Moon in Sagittarius between Wednesday 6/19 at 9:32 AM and

Friday 6/21 at 4:07 PM: Perfect for traveling, religious and/or

philosophical activities or matters related to higher education and

the law. Excellent for lecturing, learning, perfecting a foreign

language, exploring other cultures… Perfect also for athletic

training and tending to large animals (horses….).

Moon in Capricorn between Friday 6/21 at 4:08 PM and Sunday

6/23 at 8:13 PM: Good for furthering our ambitions, asking for a

promotion, enlisting the support of people in positions of authority,

making a good impression, re-structuring our business, and

redefining our long-term goals…

Moon in Aquarius between Sunday 6/23 at 8:14 PM and Tuesday

6/25 at 11:07 PM: Perfect for philanthropic activities, charitable

organizations, meeting with friends, making new acquaintances.

Good also for inventions, far out, progressive ideas, inter-

dimensional and time travel, anything related to UFOs, computers,

and technology in general….

Moon in Pisces between Tuesday 6/25 at 11:08 PM and Friday

6/28 at 1:51 AM: Great for meditating, sitting by the ocean,

anything related to the sacred, dancing, painting, swimming,

dreaming, music, photography, film, sleeping, channeling, connecting

with the mystical, the magic and the oneness of all that is…

* * * * * * * * * * *

This month’s intentional meditation started on Thursday 5/23

with the Full Moon in Sagittarius at exactly 6:53 AM.

On Thursday 6/6, take out your blank full moon charged papers

and write on each a concise, positive intention. Place them on a

balcony, in a garden or near a window so that they are out by

exactly 5:38 AM for the New Moon in Gemini. Once that

moment has passed, staple them together and put them away in a

folder expecting the manifestation of all your dreams….

Next month’s intentional meditation starts on Friday 6/21. Take

out as many blank sheets of paper as you have intentions and place

them near a window, on a balcony or in a garden so that they

basked in the light of the Full Moon in Capricorn at exactly 6:08

PM. Once that moment passed, gather your Full Moon charged

blank sheets and place them in a folder until the next New Moon

next month.

* * * * * * * * * * *

Sunday 6/2: Jupiter Trine Pluto (5:13 PM), Mercury Sextile

Neptune (8:57 PM)

Cheerful optimism, tolerance, self-confidence, and generosity help

expand our philosophical and social horizons. Cooperating for the

good of all involved and extending our hospitality, while exercising

our discrimination wisely elicit the trust of others. A wonderful

day for artists who are particularly inspired. Our psychic abilities

are enhanced and our imagination, intensified.

Monday 6/3: Mercury enters Gemini (12:37 AM) till 6/17,

Mercury Trine Pluto (11:12 PM)

During the next 2 weeks, our curiosity and need to communicate

are intensified. Short trips, social mixers, learning, teaching, and

writing are all favored. Our mind is sharp. However, eager to learn

a little bit about everything, we could get easily distracted, be

somewhat scattered and superficial. Today, more specifically, we

X-ray situations and people and should be particularly careful in

our use of language as our words have the potential to profoundly

influence others. We could take a keen interest in community

affairs and propose some much needed reforms.

Tuesday 6/4: Mercury Conjunct Jupiter (3:23 AM), Sun

Conjunct Venus (8:32 AM)

Goodwill abounds. Social events are elegant. Fundraisers are

favored. Our interactions with others are positive and pleasant.

We express ourselves with warmth, generosity, and optimism. A

great day to travel or plan a long-distance trip. Our self-

confidence, trust in life, and faith in others attract many

beneficial opportunities.

Saturday 6/8: Venus Square Saturn (1:25 AM), Mars enters

Taurus (9:35 PM) till July 20th

Today, more specifically, our emotional environment could be colder

than usual. Single people could feel their solitude more keenly,

while couples could experience strain and frustrations.

Relationships feel more like work than fun. We are required to be

very honest with ourselves and realistic in our expectations.

During the next 6 weeks, our actions are guided by common sense.

We are grounded, solid, and sensual. We seek financial security and

good investments. We may demonstrate a certain stubbornness in

our self-expression. Our staying power is strong. No matter the

obstacles, we keep moving along with consistency and

determination.

Sunday 6/9: Sun Square Saturn (3:36 AM)

Work is likely to be demanding. Our responsibilities seem heavier

than usual. The efforts required are both challenging and time

consuming. We are likely to feel keenly the lack of support, but

with discipline, organization, focus, and persistence, can get

through our workload on our own, and fulfill our obligations.

Tuesday 6/11: Mars Square Pluto (6:21 AM)

Today, manipulations, jealousies, rebellion, even hostilities could

create much stress and prove quite destructive. Facing

courageously the issues at hand with self-confidence and a sense

of responsibility helps us clear the air and establish more honest

relationships with others.

Wednesday 6/12: Mercury Square Saturn (3:47 AM)

We may feel rather pessimistic, depressed, tired, and discouraged.

Our friends are neither particularly helpful nor supportive. Best to

stay quiet and immerse ourselves in work that doesn’t require any

imagination. Despite our responsibilities feeling heavy and our

focus on details slowing us down, we can still make some valuable

progress.

Friday 6/14: Sun Conjunct Mercury (9:33 AM)

A good day for communications. Excellent for writing e-mails,

making phone calls, buying, selling, and trading. Perfect also for

small trips, setting goals, a social gathering, and trying something

new.

Sunday 6/16: Venus Square Neptune (8:46 PM), Venus enters

Cancer (11:20 PM) till July 11

Our sensitivity is enhanced, making us vulnerable. Feelings could be

blurred by lies, deceit, and evasiveness. We should beware of

relationships that seem too good to be true. An apparent soul

connection could dissolve into a much less desirable situation laden

with drama and confusion. We should also be careful to not fall

prey to frauds or financial scams. During the next 3 weeks, our

feelings are geared towards home, family, and security. We are

likely to be more caring, nurturing, and emotional. Attracted to

cooking and good food, we enjoy entertaining and are inspired by a

childlike approach to life.

Monday 6/17: Mercury Square Neptune (12:41 AM), Mercury

enters Cancer (2:07 AM) till July 2 nd , Mercury Conjunct Venus

(5:43 AM)

Our mind is imaginative, sensitive, and inspired. We could however

get lost in daydreaming and pay little attention to factual details.

Not a good day to sign legally binding documents as we could miss

much of the small print. Our social contacts are easy and pleasant.

Great for gathering with friends and attending a nice event. During

the next 2 weeks, artists are favored, as are those working with

women and children. Our thoughts are focused on family, food,

improving the comfort of our home, children, and safety.

Thursday 6/20: Sun Square Neptune (11:12 AM), the Sun

enters Cancer (1:51 PM) till July 22

Prone to lethargy, today, we could feel rather dreamy, indecisive,

and impractical. We are advised to stay away from promotional

schemes and shady interactions. During the next 2 weeks, issues

around home, family, food, security, comfort, and children all come

into focus. We could feel more nurturing, caring, and sensitive than

usual.

Friday 6/21: Mercury Sextile Mars (9:23 AM)

Communications are clear, dynamic, and to the point. Words and

thoughts lead to decisive actions. Our judgement is sound. We

mean what we say and call a spade a spade. A good day to sign

contracts or get repairs done.

Wednesday 6/26: Mercury Trine Saturn (11:10 AM)

A wonderful day to map our progress, make plans, focus on our

long-term goals, and work diligently towards our ambitions. We

seek useful information that we can apply in a practical manner.

Discipline, groundedness, efficiency, and structure enable us to

clear our desk of backlogged work.

Friday 6/28: Venus Sextile Mars (9:49 PM)

Peaceful, easygoing, light social contacts are pleasant. We strike a

good balance between the masculine and feminine sides of

ourselves. A favorable day for a date, decorating our home, and/or

beautifying ourselves.

Saturday 6/29: Saturn turns retrograde (12:07 PM) until

February 18, 2025, Mercury Sextile Uranus (7:20 PM)

Regarding Saturn retrograde for the next 8 months, kindly refer

to the opening paragraph. Today, more specifically, should be the

stage of unexpected twists and turns. Our plans are likely to be

disrupted. Eccentric characters show up. People we hadn’t seen in a

long time re-enter our life. Inventive, futuristic, unusual ideas

redirect our path. The more present to the present, flexible, and

open we are, the more exciting and inspiring this day will prove to

be.

Wishing you a wonderful month of June!

In Loving Light.

Michelle Karén, M.A., D.F.Astrol.S.

May astrological forecast

May 2024

RUNE OF THE MONTH: Ehwaz “the Horse”. The winds of change

and freedom are blowing. New elements are being introduced in our

lives, encouraging us to release what had become stale and

outmoded. An exciting realm of possibilities becomes available,

inviting us to own our power, expand our wisdom, and explore

activities we, until now, had only dreamed of.

* * * * * * * * * * *

Pluto turns retrograde on Thursday 5/2 at 10:46 AM till October

11. Its shadow period lasts until February 2, 2025. The degrees

traveled in May (2º06-1º56’ Aquarius) are associated in the Sabian

Symbols to the following images: “A deserter from the Navy” and

“An unexpected thunderstorm”. During the next 5 months and a

half, on a collective level, corruption, the threat of civil war, mass

manipulation, and various forms of black magic are being exposed in

an even more glaring light leading to transformation and

purification. On a personal level, self-destructive attitudes,

obsessional habits, old emotional wounds, jealousy, and control are

resurfacing, bringing about the chance for a complete regeneration

of self.

Jupiter enters Gemini on Saturday 5/25 at 4:15 PM till June 9,

2025. The degrees covered in May (0º to 1º11’ Gemini) are

symbolized by: “Santa Claus filling stockings furtively” and “A

glass-bottomed boat reveals under-sea wonders”. The coming year

enhances our thirst for knowledge. Ideas will be shared

extensively. Connecting the dots will help us piece together the

whole picture. The role of media in mass manipulation will come to

light like never before. Independent journalism revealing The

Truth will be on the rise. The importance of good schooling will be

stressed. Major reforms of the educational system are likely to be

proposed. The problems connected to mass immigration, religious

fanatism, intolerance, scattered mental focus, propaganda, and

superficiality will be exposed. Discrimination, a positive outlook, a

readiness to expand our perception of the world, and a willingness

to raise our level of consciousness will become paramount. Issues

will be approached from every point of view. New inventions will

appear. We shall be made aware that growth comes from the

development of a wide array of skills. Freely shared ideas,

increased communication, ingenuity, mental alertness, travel, the

development of our linguistic talents, the need to be well-informed,

and better reasoning powers will bring much needed changes in the

way we perceive the world.

* * * * * * * * * * *

The Moon will be Void of Course (V/O –forming no major aspect

with any planet before entering the following sign-):

On Thursday 5/2 between 2:28 AM and 11:52 AM: when the

Moon enters Pisces.

On Saturday 5/4 between 12:06 PM and 1:41 PM: when the

Moon enters Aries.

From Sunday 5/5 at 10:57 PM till Monday 5/6 at 2:42 PM:

when the Moon enters Taurus.

On Wednesday 5/8 between 2:55 PM and 4:20 PM: when the

Moon enters Gemini.

On Friday 5/10 between 6:49 PM and 8:13 PM: when the Moon

enters Cancer.

On Monday 5/13 between 2:13 AM and 3:36 AM: when the

Moon enters Leo.

On Wednesday 5/15 between 9:41 AM and 2:33 PM: when the

Moon enters Virgo.

On Saturday 5/18 between 2:09 AM and 3:23 AM: when the

Moon enters Libra.

From Sunday 5/19 at 8:48 AM till Monday 5/20 at 3:34 PM:

when the Moon enters Scorpio.

On Thursday 5/23 between 12:28 AM and 1:24 AM: when the

Moon enters Sagittarius.

On Saturday 5/25 between 7:47 AM and 8:36 AM: when the

Moon enters Capricorn.

On Monday 5/27 between 1:02 PM and 1:45 PM: when the

Moon enters Aquarius.

On Wednesday 5/28 between 7:20 AM and 5:33 PM: when the

Moon enters Pisces.

On Friday 5/31 between 7:55 PM and 8:28 PM: when the Moon

enters Aries.

Mark these periods in red in your calendar and avoid scheduling

anything of importance during these times as they would amount

to… NO thing!

* * * * * * * * * * *

Scheduling our activities using the zodiacal position of the Moon

Moon in Aquarius until Thursday 5/2 at 11:51 AM + between

Monday 5/27 at 1:45 PM and Wednesday 5/29 at 5:32 PM: Perfect

for philanthropic activities, charitable organizations, meeting with

friends, making new acquaintances. Good also for inventions, far

out, progressive ideas, inter-dimensional and time travel, anything

related to UFOs, computers, and technology in general….

Moon in Pisces between Thursday 5/2 at 11:52 AM and Saturday

5/4 at 1:40 PM + between Wednesday 5/29 at 5:33 PM and Friday

5/31 at 8:27 PM: Great for meditating, sitting by the ocean,

anything related to the sacred, dancing, painting, swimming,

dreaming, music, photography, film, sleeping, channeling, connecting

with the mystical, the magic and the oneness of all that is…

Moon in Aries between Saturday 5/4 at 1:41 PM and Monday 5/6

at 2:41 PM + between Friday 5/31 at 8:28 PM and Sunday 6/2 at

10:54 PM: Perfect for intense physical activities, anything

requiring forceful, direct action and self-assertion. Good also for

leadership, spontaneity, good will, being a way shower, initiating

new projects or bringing our car to the mechanic….

Moon in Taurus between Monday 5/6 at 2:42 PM and Wednesday

5/8 at 4:19 PM: Perfect for any financial matter: paying our

bills/debts, asking for the money that is owed to us, opening a bank

account, investing in real estate, buying, and selling. Perfect also

for a stroll in the park, going to the countryside, connecting with

our Mother the Earth… Good also for gardening, pottery, sculpting,

as well as bodywork…

Moon in Gemini between Wednesday 5/8 at 4:20 PM and Friday

5/10 at 8:12 PM: Excellent for multi-tasking, curiosity, any form of

communication, exchanging information, sending e-mails, calling

friends and acquaintances. Great also for social activities,

attending conferences, reading a book, watching a documentary,

gathering data on various topics, connecting with new people….

Moon in Cancer between Friday 5/10 at 8:13 PM and Monday 5/13

at 3:35 AM: Perfect for family activities, especially those involving

children. Good for spending more time at home, cooking, nurturing

ourselves and those we love, inviting the people we cherish over for

dinner. Excellent also for drawing, creative writing, humor, and

anything requiring imagination and a touch of craziness….

Moon in Leo between Monday 5/13 at 3:36 AM and Wednesday

5/15 at 2:32 PM: Excellent for anything glamorous, dramatic

performances, being in the public’s eye, throwing or attending an

elegant party, playing with children, romance, and creativity in

general…

Moon in Virgo between Wednesday 5/15 at 2:33 PM and Saturday

5/18 at 3:22 AM: Excellent for starting a new fitness program,

learning, healthy nutrition, fasting, clearing our closets, cleaning

our home, reorganizing our drawers…. Perfect also for detailed

work, the focused use of our intelligence, and taking care of small

pets….

Moon in Libra between Saturday 5/18 at 3:23 AM and Monday

5/20 at 3:33 PM: Great for relationships, associations, diplomatic

exchanges with others, anything related to beauty (a haircut,

buying new clothes, a make-over…), art (especially painting and

decorating…), a pleasant social event (concert, art exhibition…).

Moon in Scorpio between Monday 5/20 at 3:34 PM and Thursday

5/23 at 1:23 AM: Perfect for scientific research, esoteric studies,

self-transformation, shamanism, dealing with the mysteries of life,

death, and sexuality, as well as insurances and issues involving

personal power.

Moon in Sagittarius between Thursday 5/23 at 1:24 AM and

Saturday 5/25 at 8:35 AM: Perfect for traveling, religious and/or

philosophical activities or matters related to higher education and

the law. Excellent for lecturing, learning, perfecting a foreign

language, exploring other cultures… Perfect also for athletic

training and tending to large animals (horses….).

Moon in Capricorn between Saturday 5/25 at 8:36 AM and

Monday 5/27 at 1:44 PM: Good for furthering our ambitions, asking

for a promotion, enlisting the support of people in positions of

authority, making a good impression, re-structuring our business,

and redefining our long-term goals…

* * * * * * * * * * *

This month’s intentional meditation started on Tuesday 4/23 with

the Full Moon in Scorpio at exactly 4:49 PM.

On Tuesday 5/7, take out your blank full moon charged papers

and write on each a concise, positive intention. Place them on a

balcony, in a garden or near a window so that they are out by

exactly 8:22 PM for the New Moon in Taurus. Once that

moment has passed, staple them together and put them away in a

folder expecting the manifestation of all your dreams….

Next month’s intentional meditation starts on Thursday 5/23.

Take out as many blank sheets of paper as you have intentions and

place them near a window, on a balcony or in a garden so that they

basked in the light of the Full Moon in Sagittarius at exactly

6:53 AM. Once that moment passed, gather your Full Moon

charged blank sheets and place them in a folder until the next New

Moon next month.

* * * * * * * * * * *

Friday 5/3: Mars Sextile Pluto (2:06 AM)

A day to discard what is non-essential, hold our convictions, and

make constructive changes. Cooperating with others helps us

achieve our goals. Our actions are motivated by passion and

intensely aimed at transformation.

Monday 5/6: Sun Sextile Saturn (10:42 PM)

We may be restricted by duties and obligations which we however

fulfill with poise and dignity. The loneliness we feel more keenly

today is best channeled into hard work, the honoring of our

responsibilities, and the furthering of our ambitions. We take

accountability for our actions and accept limitations with wisdom. A

transit inviting us to be realistic in our partnerships and deepen a

good relationship. Our approach to our finances is balanced.

Monday 5/13: Sun Conjunct Uranus (2:14 AM), Venus Sextile

Saturn (12:45 PM)

A day to expect the unexpected. The rhythm of life could be more

hectic. People tend to be erratic, unstable, and unpredictable.

Unforeseen disruptions as well as sudden changes of plans are

likely to occur. The more present to the moment, flexible, and

adaptable we are, the easier and more interesting this day will be.

Yet, despite the excitement today brings, we tend to consider our

relationships with great realism and seriousness. Unlikely to fall

for rainbows and glamour, we seek a grounded love affair promising

solidity and duration.

Wednesday 5/15: Mercury enters Taurus (10:05 AM) till June

3

During the next 2 weeks, our communication skills are geared

towards peace, beauty, and concrete results. Our thoughts are

practical, we process ideas more slowly, and tend to ruminate the

information we receive. Once we have made up our mind, we could

prove quite obstinate. Music, singing, construction work, and

gardening are particularly favored.

Friday 5/17: Mercury Square Pluto (12:44 AM)

A day that could bring frustrating communications. We are not

received the way we would like to be, are likely to be

misunderstood or may not get the credit we feel we deserve.

Forcing matters or issuing ultimatums is ill-advised. A day best

spent laying low and keeping our opinions to ourselves.

Saturday 5/18: Venus Conjunct Uranus (4:41 AM), Sun

Conjunct Jupiter (11:45 AM)

One of the best days of the year. Our self-confidence, enthusiasm,

and faith are at an all times high. We are warm, friendly, and

popular. Attracted to eccentric, mentally stimulating, exciting

characters, we are eager to explore new relationships that enhance

our uniqueness, encourage more freedom of expression, and expand

our philosophy of life.

Sunday 5/19: Sun Sextile Neptune (3:45 PM)

A day best spent dreaming, being creative, and re-imagining our

life. Artists are particularly inspired. But because we are rather

impractical, this transit is not favorable to signing legally binding

documents or focusing on work requiring a disciplined attention to

details. Watching a feel-good movie, reading a nice novel,

meditating, or relaxing are good uses of this otherwise elusive

transit.

Monday 5/20: the Sun enters Gemini (5:50 AM) till June 20

During the coming month, we tend to be more volatile, talkative,

and curious than normal. All sorts of people and ideas seem

attractive. We are restless, seek movement, new possibilities, and

exciting endeavors. A very beneficial period to learn something

new, write, teach, and travel.

Wednesday 5/22: Sun Trine Pluto (8:14 AM)

Our self-confidence, leadership abilities, and natural command are

enhanced by this transit. Our authority elicits the cooperation of

others and inspires respect. If we use our power constructively for

the good of all, there is nothing we cannot accomplish today.

Thursday 5/23: Venus Conjunct Jupiter (1:29 AM), Venus

Sextile Neptune (3:50 AM), Venus enters Gemini (1:30 PM) till

June 16, Jupiter Sextile Neptune (2:44 PM)

During the next 3 weeks, we are social butterflies, excited to

communicate with people from all walks of life. We could be

somewhat superficial in our relationships but curious and open to

learning from our encounters. Our artistic tastes are versatile and

eclectic. Today, more specifically, our idealism is stimulated. A

wonderful transit to create a vision board that delineates clearly

the future we wish to create for ourselves. A romance could feel

enchanted and fill us with dreamy expectations. Feeling that we

met our spirit partner we could enthusiastically overlook a few red

flags and promise, or be promised, more than can realistically be

delivered. In our boundless optimism, going over budget is a

distinct possibility today, as is over-eating or drinking too much.

But with a healthy dose of discrimination and moderation, this can

be a very warm and happy day.

Saturday 5/25: Venus Trine Pluto (4:16 AM), Jupiter enters

Gemini (4:15 PM)

Hidden emotions as well as hindering social patterns are brought to

the surface to be purified and transformed. A romance could seem

fated and be unusually passionate. Our feelings are deep, our

loyalty strong, and our commitment to those we love, intense. A

wonderful day for moving-in together, getting engaged or married.

Excellent also for a financial investment that will fructify over

time. Re-Jupiter in Gemini, kindly refer to the opening paragraph.

Monday 5/27: Mercury Sextile Saturn (8:22 PM)

Communications take a more serious tone. We seek the advice of

older or more mature people whose success and wisdom we respect

and admire. A great day to tackle boring work. We demonstrate

focus, discipline, and are willing to spend long hours at our desk

completing the tasks at hand.

Thursday 5/30: Mercury Conjunct Uranus (10:54 PM)

Exciting, stimulating conversations can speed up the rhythm of life.

We may meet eccentric people or reconnect with someone we

hadn’t seen in a long time. An unusual information may come our

way. Plans are likely to be disrupted. Changes open dynamic new

horizons.

Wishing you an exciting month of May!

In Loving Light.

Michelle Karén, M.A., D.F.Astrol.S.

April astrological forecast

RUNE OF THE MONTH: Ehwaz “the horse”. A life-changing month

encouraging us to free ourselves from binding attachments,

develop our psychic abilities, and ride new possibilities with

courage and enthusiasm. Asserting our power through positive

actions brings a significant sense of re-birth.

* * * * * * * * * * *

Mercury turns retrograde on Monday April 1 st at 3:14 PM until

Thursday April 25 th at 5:54 AM, between 27º10’ (“A large

disappointed audience” and 16º05’ Aries (“Two prim spinsters

sitting together in silence”). Its shadow period will last until May

13. We are asked to re-evaluate our sense of self, the manner in

which we assert ourselves, and our reliance on our own energy

rather than counting on the collective to support us. Rash actions

are to be expected. We could jump to conclusions without having

sufficient facts and feel so invincible that we impulsively take

uncalculated risks. Our courage is tested. Our ability to enter

uncharted territory and lead others comes to the forefront. A

good time to reconnect with past, unfinished initiatives that we

now have all the necessary skills, drive, and enthusiasm to

complete.

Following the March 25 Lunar Eclipse in Libra, on Monday April 8

at 11:21 AM PDT, we shall witness a Solar Eclipse in Aries

(19º24’). Eclipses always mark turning points in our lives, the

effects of which last up to 19 years. This eclipse is symbolized by

“A young girl feeding birds in winter”. This is a particularly dynamic

cosmic event that gives us an emotional need for action and

independence. We shall witness significant new beginnings both

globally and personally. The more we shall follow our heart, be true

to our inner feelings, and listen to our intuition, the clearer our

destiny will be. We may lack objectivity, perspective, and be

somewhat self-absorbed, yet our pioneering spirit will push us

forward in ways that will open exciting new pathways for all,

helping us achieve even the most daring of goals.

* * * * * * * * * * *

The Moon will be Void of Course (V/O –forming no major aspect

with any planet before entering the following sign-):

From Tuesday 4/2 at 10:40 PM till Wednesday 4/3 at 2:08

AM: when the Moon enters Aquarius.

From Thursday 4/4 at 10:40 PM till Friday 4/5 at 4:13 AM:

when the Moon enters Pisces.

On Sunday 4/7 between 1:27 AM and 4:25 AM: when the Moon

enters Aries.

From Monday 4/8 at 7:39 PM till Tuesday 4/9 at 4:23 AM:

when the Moon enters Taurus.

On Thursday 4/11 between 3:04 AM and 5:59 AM: when the

Moon enters Gemini.

On Saturday 4/13 between 7:46 AM and 10:45 AM: when the

Moon enters Cancer.

On Monday 4/15 between 4:22 PM and 7:24 PM: when the Moon

enters Leo.

On Thursday 4/18 between 5:02 AM and 7:10 AM: when the

Moon enters Virgo.

On Saturday 4/20 between 5:20 PM and 8:08 PM: when the

Moon enters Libra.

From Monday 4/22 at 4:24 PM till Tuesday 4/23 at 4:49 PM:

when the Moon enters Scorpio.

On Thursday 4/25 between 4:17 PM and 6:37 PM: when the

Moon enters Sagittarius.

On Sunday 4/28 between 12:31 AM and 2:37 AM: when the

Moon enters Capricorn.

On Tuesday 4/30 between 8:19 AM and 8:20 AM (1 minute!):

when the Moon enters Aquarius.

Mark these periods in red in your calendar and avoid scheduling

anything of importance during these times as they would amount

to… NO thing!

* * * * * * * * * * *

Scheduling our activities using the zodiacal position of the Moon

Moon in Capricorn until Wednesday 4/3 at 2:07 AM + between

Sunday 4/28 at 2:37 AM and Tuesday 4/30 at 8:19 AM: Good for

furthering our ambitions, asking for a promotion, enlisting the

support of people in positions of authority, making a good

impression, re-structuring our business, and redefining our long-

term goals…

Moon in Aquarius between Wednesday 4/3 at 2:08 AM and Friday

4/5 at 4:12 AM + between Tuesday 4/30 at 8:20 AM and Thursday

5/2 at 11:51 AM: Perfect for philanthropic activities, charitable

organizations, meeting with friends, making new acquaintances.

Good also for inventions, far out, progressive ideas, inter-

dimensional and time travel, anything related to UFOs, computers,

and technology in general….

Moon in Pisces between Friday 4/5 at 4:13 AM and Sunday 4/7 at

4:24 AM: Great for meditating, sitting by the ocean, anything

related to the sacred, dancing, painting, swimming, dreaming, music,

photography, film, sleeping, channeling, connecting with the

mystical, the magic and the oneness of all that is…

Moon in Aries between Sunday 4/7 at 4:25 AM and Tuesday 4/9

at 4:22 AM: Perfect for intense physical activities, anything

requiring forceful, direct action and self-assertion. Good also for

leadership, spontaneity, good will, being a way shower, initiating

new projects or bringing our car to the mechanic….

Moon in Taurus between Tuesday 4/9 at 4:23 AM and Thursday

4/11 at 5:58 AM: Perfect for any financial matter: paying our

bills/debts, asking for the money that is owed to us, opening a bank

account, investing in real estate, buying, and selling. Perfect also

for a stroll in the park, going to the countryside, connecting with

our Mother the Earth… Good also for gardening, pottery, sculpting,

as well as bodywork…

Moon in Gemini between Thursday 4/11 at 5:59 AM and Saturday

4/13 at 10:44 AM: Excellent for multi-tasking, curiosity, any form

of communication, exchanging information, sending e-mails, calling

friends and acquaintances. Great also for social activities,

attending conferences, reading a book, watching a documentary,

gathering data on various topics, connecting with new people….

Moon in Cancer between Saturday 4/13 at 10:45 AM and Monday

4/15 at 7:23 PM: Perfect for family activities, especially those

involving children. Good for spending more time at home, cooking,

nurturing ourselves and those we love, inviting the people we

cherish over for dinner. Excellent also for drawing, creative

writing, humor, and anything requiring imagination and a touch of

craziness….

Moon in Leo between Monday 4/15 at 7:24 PM and Thursday 4/18

at 7:09 AM: Excellent for anything glamorous, dramatic

performances, being in the public’s eye, throwing or attending an

elegant party, playing with children, romance, and creativity in

general…

Moon in Virgo between Thursday 4/18 at 7:10 AM and Saturday

4/20 at 8:07 PM: Excellent for starting a new fitness program,

learning, healthy nutrition, fasting, clearing our closets, cleaning

our home, reorganizing our drawers…. Perfect also for detailed

work, the focused use of our intelligence, and taking care of small

pets….

Moon in Libra between Saturday 4/20 at 8:08 PM and Tuesday

4/23 at 8:19 AM: Great for relationships, associations, diplomatic

exchanges with others, anything related to beauty (a haircut,

buying new clothes, a make-over…), art (especially painting and

decorating…), a pleasant social event (concert, art exhibition…).

Moon in Scorpio between Tuesday 4/23 at 8:20 AM and Thursday

4/25 at 6:36 PM: Perfect for scientific research, esoteric studies,

self-transformation, shamanism, dealing with the mysteries of life,

death, and sexuality, as well as insurances and issues involving

personal power.

Moon in Sagittarius between Thursday 4/25 at 6:37 PM and

Sunday 4/28 at 2:36 AM: Perfect for traveling, religious and/or

philosophical activities or matters related to higher education and

the law. Excellent for lecturing, learning, perfecting a foreign

language, exploring other cultures… Perfect also for athletic

training and tending to large animals (horses….).

* * * * * * * * * * *

This month’s intentional meditation started on Monday 3/25

(Lunar Eclipse in Libra) when we took out as many blank sheets of

paper as we had intentions and place them near a window, on a

balcony or in a garden so that they basked in the light of the Full

Moon in Libra at exactly 12:00 AM. Once that moment passed,

we gathered our Full Moon charged blank sheets and placed them

in a folder.

On Monday 4/8, take out your blank full moon charged papers and

write on each a concise, positive intention. Place them on a balcony,

in a garden or near a window so that they are out by exactly

11:21 AM for the New Moon in Aries (Solar Eclipse). Once that

moment has passed, staple them together and put them away in a

folder expecting the manifestation of all your dreams….

Next month’s intentional meditation starts on Tuesday 4/23 with

the Full Moon in Scorpio at exactly 4:49 PM.

* * * * * * * * * * *

Monday 4/1: Mercury retrograde in Aries (3:14 PM) till 4/25

Kindly refer to the opening paragraph.

Wednesday 4/3: Venus Conjunct Neptune (6:10 AM)

Both a sense of enchantment and confusion marks this day. A

romantic situation could seem so perfect that it is almost surreal,

yet at the same time could prove elusive and deceiving. We could

feel emotionally vulnerable, nostalgic, lazy, and, if not careful

enough, prone to a financial fraud. This day is perfect for

dreaming, artistic creativity, and focusing on the beauty of all

things.

Thursday 4/4: Venus enters Aries (9:00 PM) till April 29

During the next 3 weeks our heart is on our sleeve. We may fall

head over heels in love, be impulsive in the way we express our

affection, and passionately rush into a romance without much

forethought. Wise advice tends to fall on deaf ears. Enthusiastic

and positive, we feel adventurous. Creative projects requiring

initiative, courage, and bold, dynamic action are favored. We are

prone to foolhardy spending.

Saturday 4/6: Venus Sextile Pluto (10:46 AM)

A day that brings intensity and passion. A romance could prove

deeply transformative. However, we need to beware of

manipulation, coercion, and otherwise underhanded tactics.

Cooperation, compliance, graciousness, and compromise are

encouraged.

Wednesday 4/10: Mars Conjunct Saturn (1:36 PM)

Practical efforts, disciplined action, self-control, and focused

endeavors are required. We do not hesitate to put in even a

massive amount of work to achieve our goals. Our decisions are

calculated, our efforts pragmatic, and our competitiveness quite

high.

Thursday 4/11: Sun Conjunct Mercury (4:03 PM)

A good day for communication, small trips, making phone calls,

returning e-mails, and connecting with friends. A certain busyness

marks this day, which is perfect for running errands, learning

something new, and exchanging practical information with others.

Friday 4/19: Mercury Conjunct Venus (4:59 AM), the Sun

enters Taurus (7:00 AM) till May 20 th , Mars Sextile Jupiter

(11:28 AM), Mars Sextile Uranus (4:56 PM)

The coming month favors peace, nature, sensuality, and

practicality. Establishing a solid financial basis, investing in the

comfort of our home, developing harmonious relationships with

others, and taking good care of our body feels important. We

should also take time to smell the proverbial roses. Today, more

specifically, is good for gathering with friends, redecorating our

home, and offering ourselves a beauty treatment. We move

forward with great courage and enthusiasm. Our actions are

motivated by a need for freedom and justice.

Saturday 4/20: Jupiter Conjunct Uranus (7:27 PM)

One of the most significant aspects of this year. An unexpected

opportunity, gift, favor, or trip could prove most beneficial and

freeing. Our enhanced self-confidence, greater sense of

independence, and need to expand our knowledge, could entice us

to study a foreign philosophy thanks to which we embrace exciting,

new aspects of the world. New beginnings are encouraged. Any

endeavor begun today has beneficial, long-term effects.

Sunday 4/21: Sun Square Pluto (10:02 AM)

We could be compromised by manipulative people using force to

disempower us. A frustrating day that could coerce us into an

uncomfortable corner. Best to avoid ultimatums and, for the good

of all, cooperate with others.

Thursday 4/25: Mercury turns direct (5:54 AM)

Communications may still be a little wobbly today, but they return

to normal tomorrow.

Sunday 4/28: Mars Conjunct Neptune (9:31 PM)

A certain anxiety, restlessness, and confusion mark this day. The

situations we are confronted to are complex, unclear, and even

deceiving. Our imagination is intensified. Today, alcohol and drugs

have an amplified effect. Best to stay away from any addictive

substance. We should also avoid falling prey to conspiracy theories

or get-quick-rich schemes.

Friday 4/29: Venus enters Taurus (4:31 AM) till May 23

During the next 3 weeks, we feel more sensual. This cycle is most

conducive to gardening, enjoying some leisurely self-care, some

pampering, indulging in beauty treatments, and starting a peaceful

romance. Artistic activities such as sculpting, working with clay, or

craft-making are favored.

Tuesday 4/30: Mars enters Aries (8:33 AM) till June 8, Venus

Square Pluto (9:30 PM)

During the next 5 weeks Aries natives are favored. Mars in its own

sign brings out our courage, dynamic energy, leadership abilities,

and strong desire for success. We are likely to be more impulsive

than usual and tend to leap into action without much prior thought.

Today, more specifically, our social interactions are difficult.

Others could prove manipulative and rather uncooperative. Our

efforts and charm going vastly unnoticed, we need to adapt our

standards and lie low.

Wishing you a powerful month of April!

In Loving Light.

March astrological forecast

MARCH 2024

RUNE OF THE MONTH: Kenaz “torch”. A month during which the

light symbolically goes on. Shining our radiance into the world,

receiving new, exciting information, having great ideas, and

concretely following up on them mark this month. We are however

advised to make sure we complete a project before starting a new

one. We are required to share what we have learned, remain

flexible, and be receptive to all the ways others can help us

manifest our visions.

* * * * * * * * * * *

Second month with NO retrograde planet! More than rare!

Lunar Eclipse in Libra (5º07’) on Monday 3/25 at 12:00 AM

which will be followed by a Solar Eclipse in Aries (19º24’) on

Monday April 8 at 11:21 AM. Eclipses always mark turning points in

our lives, the effects of which last up to 19 years. This eclipse is

symbolized by “A man watches his ideals taking a concrete form

before his inner vision”. Irritability or nervous tension, a lack of

clarity on our own identity, the need to escape reality through

creativity or an addictive behavior reveal where we need to make

adjustments and slow down. We may feel a little confused, fall prey

to idealizing very flawed people, and unrealistically wish to be one

with the universe. This eclipse encourages us to understand what

motivates others, as well as ourselves, and recognize our own

spiritual potential by bringing out our powers of manifestation. The

peace, harmony, and balance we seek, we can create by focusing

our thoughts on what we want versus what we don’t. Let us

remember the Indian saying: “Man is a creature of reflection. He

becomes that upon which he reflects”.

* * * * * * * * * * *

The Moon will be Void of Course (V/O –forming no major aspect

with any planet before entering the following sign-):

From Friday 3/1 at 11:47 PM till Saturday 3/2 at 5:56 AM:

when the Moon enters Sagittarius.

On Monday 3/4 between 7:41 AM and 1:15 PM: when the Moon

enters Capricorn.

On Wednesday 3/6 between 11:35 AM and 4:38 PM: when the

Moon enters Aquarius.

On Friday 3/8 between 10:56 AM and 5:03 PM: when the Moon

enters Pisces.

On Sunday 3/10 between 12:45 PM and 5:19 PM: when the

Moon enters Aries.

On Tuesday 3/12 between 4:08 AM and 5:28 PM: when the

Moon enters Taurus.

On Thursday 3/14 between 3:29 PM and 8:16 ON: when the

Moon enters Gemini.

From Saturday 3/16 at 9:43 PM till Sunday 3/17 at 2:40 AM :

when the Moon enters Cancer.

On Tuesday 3/19 between 11:52 AM and 12:33 PM: when the

Moon enters Leo.

From Thursday 3/21 at 11:34 PM till Friday 3/22 at 12:42

AM: when the Moon enters Virgo.

On Sunday 3/24 between 8:49 AM and 1:37 PM: when the Moon

enters Libra.

From Tuesday 3/26 at 4:09 PM till Wednesday 3/27 at 2:03

AM: when the Moon enters Scorpio.

On Friday 3/29 between 8:40 AM and 12:52 PM: when the

Moon enters Sagittarius.

On Sunday 3/31 between 5:16 PM and 9:05 PM: when the Moon

enters Capricorn.

Mark these periods in red in your calendar and avoid scheduling

anything of importance during these times as they would amount

to… NO thing!

* * * * * * * * * * *

Scheduling our activities using the zodiacal position of the Moon

Moon in Scorpio until Saturday 3/2 at 5:55 AM + between

Wednesday 3/27 at 2:03 AM and Friday 3/29 at 12:51 PM: Perfect

for scientific research, esoteric studies, self-transformation,

shamanism, dealing with the mysteries of life, death, and sexuality,

as well as insurances and issues involving personal power.

Moon in Sagittarius between Saturday 3/2 at 5:56 AM and

Monday 3/4 at 1:14 PM + between Friday 3/29 at 12:52 PM and

Sunday 3/31 at 9:04 PM: Perfect for traveling, religious and/or

philosophical activities or matters related to higher education and

the law. Excellent for lecturing, learning, perfecting a foreign

language, exploring other cultures… Perfect also for athletic

training and tending to large animals (horses….).

Moon in Capricorn between Monday 3/4 at 1:15 PM and

Wednesday 3/6 at 4:37 PM: Good for furthering our ambitions,

asking for a promotion, enlisting the support of people in positions

of authority, making a good impression, re-structuring our

business, and redefining our long-term goals…

Moon in Aquarius between Wednesday 3/6 at 4:38 PM and Friday

3/8 at 5:02 PM: Perfect for philanthropic activities, charitable

organizations, meeting with friends, making new acquaintances.

Good also for inventions, far out, progressive ideas, inter-

dimensional and time travel, anything related to UFOs, computers,

and technology in general….

Moon in Pisces between Friday 3/8 at 5:03 PM and Sunday 3/10 at

5:18 PM: Great for meditating, sitting by the ocean, anything

related to the sacred, dancing, painting, swimming, dreaming, music,

photography, film, sleeping, channeling, connecting with the

mystical, the magic and the oneness of all that is…

Moon in Aries between Sunday 3/10 at 5:19 PM and Tuesday 3/12

at 5:27 PM: Perfect for intense physical activities, anything

requiring forceful, direct action and self-assertion. Good also for

leadership, spontaneity, good will, being a way shower, initiating

new projects or bringing our car to the mechanic….

Moon in Taurus between Tuesday 3/12 at 5:28 PM and Thursday

3/14 at 8:15 PM: Perfect for any financial matter: paying our

bills/debts, asking for the money that is owed to us, opening a bank

account, investing in real estate, buying, and selling. Perfect also

for a stroll in the park, going to the countryside, connecting with

our Mother the Earth… Good also for gardening, pottery, sculpting,

as well as bodywork…

Moon in Gemini between Thursday 3/14 at 8:16 PM and Sunday

3/17 at 2:39 AM: Excellent for multi-tasking, curiosity, any form

of communication, exchanging information, sending e-mails, calling

friends and acquaintances. Great also for social activities,

attending conferences, reading a book, watching a documentary,

gathering data on various topics, connecting with new people….

Moon in Cancer between Sunday 3/17 at 2:40 AM and Tuesday

3/19 at 12:32 PM: Perfect for family activities, especially those

involving children. Good for spending more time at home, cooking,

nurturing ourselves and those we love, inviting the people we

cherish over for dinner. Excellent also for drawing, creative

writing, humor, and anything requiring imagination and a touch of

craziness….

Moon in Leo between Tuesday 3/19 at 12:33 PM and Friday 3/22

at 12:41 AM: Excellent for anything glamorous, dramatic

performances, being in the public’s eye, throwing or attending an

elegant party, playing with children, romance, and creativity in

general…

Moon in Virgo between Friday 3/22 at 12:42 AM and Sunday 3/24

at 1:36 PM: Excellent for starting a new fitness program, learning,

healthy nutrition, fasting, clearing our closets, cleaning our home,

reorganizing our drawers…. Perfect also for detailed work, the

focused use of our intelligence, and taking care of small pets….

Moon in Libra between Sunday 3/24 at 1:37 PM and Wednesday

3/27 at 2:02 AM: Great for relationships, associations, diplomatic

exchanges with others, anything related to beauty (a haircut,

buying new clothes, a make-over…), art (especially painting and

decorating…), a pleasant social event (concert, art exhibition…).

* * * * * * * * * * *

This month’s intentional meditation started on Saturday 2/24

when we took out as many blank sheets of paper as we had

intentions and place them near a window, on a balcony or in a

garden so that they basked in the light of the Full Moon in Virgo

at exactly 4:30 AM. Once that moment passed, we gathered our

Full Moon charged blank sheets and placed them in a folder.

On Sunday 3/10, take out your blank full moon charged papers

and write on each a concise, positive intention. Place them on a

balcony, in a garden or near a window so that they are out by

exactly 1:00 AM for the New Moon in Pisces. Once that moment

has passed, staple them together and put them away in a folder

expecting the manifestation of all your dreams….

Next month’s intentional meditation starts on Monday 3/25 with

the Full Moon in Libra (Lunar Eclipse) at exactly 12:00 AM.

* * * * * * * * * * *

Friday 3/1: Sun Sextile Jupiter (4:41 AM)

We are presented with opportunities to advance our career.

Contacts with people in position of authority help us further our

dreams. The more honest and loyal we are, the more “lucky” this

day proves to be. Even if it is normally above our means, today, we

can afford an item we want.

Sunday 3/3: Venus Square Uranus (5:17 AM)

Our social life could be both exciting and unusual. We should

however keep a positive level of self-control if we don’t want to

estrange those close and dear to us. Erratic behavior, or rash

decisions, could lead to a sudden, unexpected breakup we would

later regret. We could find ourselves on a financial roller coaster

ride.

Monday 3/4: Mercury Sextile Uranus (12:24 PM)

Interesting ideas, sudden flashes of intuition, eccentric

acquaintances, and new, unusual information mark this day which

proves a little unstable. The more flexible and present to the

present we are, the more exciting this day can be.

Friday 3/8: Mercury Conjunct Neptune (7:06 AM)

Not a day to sign contracts or make binding decisions as we could

overlook important details and miss the fine print. This transit

however is perfect for creating art, listening to music, meditating,

and dreaming in general. Our compassion and sensitivity are

enhanced, as are our psychic abilities.

Saturday 3/9: Mars Square Uranus (2:55 PM), Sun Sextile

Uranus (3:01 PM), Mercury enters Aries (8:03 PM) till May 15

During the next 9 weeks, we are direct and spontaneous in our

thinking and our personal expression. Our courage, positivity,

enthusiasm, and leadership abilities come to the forefront,

enhancing our pioneering spirit. Today, more specifically, sudden

changes of plans, and unexpected, dynamic new actions create a lot

of excitement yet require much flexibility and presence to the

present as well as some control. We need to be extra careful on

the road as our nervous reactions could quickly get out of hand.

Sunday 3/10: Mercury Sextile Pluto (3:21 PM)

A day to seek cooperation, compromise, and communication. We are

advised to keep strong opinions to ourselves and avoid forcing

issues. To achieve our goals, it is recommended that we lie low, go

with the flow, and make sure that our decisions benefit all involved.

Monday 3/11: Venus enters Pisces (2:50 PM) till April 4

During the next 3 weeks, our sensitivity, compassion, and desire to

help those less favored than ourselves are enhanced. Prone to

daydreaming, we could wish for an ideal love, fall in love with the

idea of romance, and selflessly sacrifice ourselves for another.

Artists are favored, especially actors, painters, and musicians.

Money matters are likely to be elusive.

Sunday 3/17: Sun Conjunct Neptune (4:22 AM)

Conditions in our life could prove unrealistic or unsure. There is a

danger of falling prey to someone who misrepresents a situation, is

fake, or a downright fraud. Prone to daydreaming, we tend to float

in a world of our own making. Best to watch a nice movie, read an

inspiring book, and rest.

Tuesday 3/19: the Sun enters Aries (8:06 PM) till April 19

A dynamic revival of energy marks the next 4 weeks. We forge

ahead with renewed enthusiasm, courage, and drive, are full of

exciting ideas and ready to launch pioneering projects. A wonderful

time for new beginnings in every area of our life.

Thursday 3/21: Sun Sextile Pluto (1:03 PM), Venus Conjunct

Saturn (4:09 PM)

A day to assert our authority without forcing issues. Holding our

ground with consideration for the needs of others gains us the

respect we seek. Our relationships are tested, needing to be

reevaluated with honesty and realism. While a good romantic

connection becomes stronger, we may have to face that one that

has been shaky for a while, needs to come to an end.

Friday 3/22: Mars enters Pisces (4:47 PM) till April 30th

During the next 6 weeks, we assert ourselves with great sensitivity

and compassion. We could be drawn to volunteering in a homeless

shelter, working in a hospital, prison, or retreat center, or helping

distressed animals. Our energy level is lower than usual. We are

more prone to daydreaming than being physically active. Artists

are favored.

Sunday 3/24: Venus Sextile Jupiter (9:37 AM)

Warmth, serenity, patience, and optimism permeate this day. A

social, artistic, or cultural event is fun. Tolerance helps us clear

prior disagreements. We are offered gifts or favors. Our financial

affairs prosper.

Thursday 3/28: Venus Sextile Uranus (6:58 AM)

A day of stimulating changes in our social life. We meet interesting

people, make new friends, and with grace and discretion, enjoy

unusual exchanges with others. A romance blending friendship and

love is light and fun. An unexpected financial surprise is freeing.

An innovative idea could prove lucrative.

Wishing you a magical month of March!

In Loving Light.

Michelle Karén, M.A., D.F.Astrol.S.

February astrological forecast

FEBRUARY 2024

RUNE OF THE MONTH: Ansuz “the mouth of the river”. As we

think and speak, we create our reality. What we say and how we say

it, matters. Let us pronounce impeccable words coming from pure

thoughts and loving intentions, that we may manifest a world that

enhances our lives. We are asked to look for sources of wisdom in

and around us, seek the advice of those we respect and admire, and

be aware that in our divinity, we know.

* * * * * * * * * * *

Rare occurrence: NO retrograde planet!

* * * * * * * * * * *

The Moon will be Void of Course (V/O –forming no major aspect

with any planet before entering the following sign-):

On Thursday 2/1 between 1:03 AM and 12:37 PM: when the

Moon enters Scorpio.

On Saturday 2/3 between 7:24 PM and 10:28 PM: when the

Moon enters Sagittarius.

From Monday 2/5 at 9:06 PM till Tuesday 2/6 at 4:08 AM:

when the Moon enters Capricorn.

From Wednesday 2/7 at 11:52 PM till Thursday 2/8 at 5:59

AM: when the Moon enters Aquarius.

From Friday 2/9 at 2:59 PM till Saturday 2/10 at 5:42 AM:

when the Moon enters Pisces.

On Monday 2/12 between 4:32 AM and 5:26 AM: when the

Moon enters Aries.

On Wednesday 2/14 between 2:21 AM and 7:02 AM: when the

Moon enters Taurus.

On Friday 2/16 between 7:01 AM and 11:39 AM: when the

Moon enters Gemini.

On Sunday 2/18 between 7:21 PM and 7:25 PM (4 minutes!):

when the Moon enters Cancer.

From Tuesday 2/20 at 10:38 PM till Wednesday 2/21 at 5:40

AM: when the Moon enters Leo.

From Thursday 2/22 at 8:18 PM till Friday 2/23 at 5:38 PM:

when the Moon enters Virgo.

From Sunday 2/25 at 11:35 PM till Monday 2/26 at 6:29 AM:

when the Moon enters Libra.

From Tuesday 2/27 at 10:22 AM till Wednesday 2/28 at 7:09

PM: when the Moon enters Scorpio.

Mark these periods in red in your calendar and avoid scheduling

anything of importance during these times as they would amount

to… NO thing!

* * * * * * * * * * *

Scheduling our activities using the zodiacal position of the Moon

Moon in Scorpio between Thursday 2/1 at 12:37 PM and Saturday

2/3 at 10:27 PM + between Wednesday 2/28 at 7:09 PM and

Saturday 3/2 at 5:55 AM: Perfect for scientific research,

esoteric studies, self-transformation, shamanism, dealing with the

mysteries of life, death, and sexuality, as well as insurances and

issues involving personal power.

Moon in Sagittarius between Saturday 2/3 at 10:28 PM and

Tuesday 2/6 at 4:07 AM: Perfect for traveling, religious and/or

philosophical activities or matters related to higher education and

the law. Excellent for lecturing, learning, perfecting a foreign

language, exploring other cultures… Perfect also for athletic

training and tending to large animals (horses….).

Moon in Capricorn between Tuesday 2/6 at 4:08 AM and Thursday

2/8 at 5:58 AM: Good for furthering our ambitions, asking for a

promotion, enlisting the support of people in positions of authority,

making a good impression, re-structuring our business, and

redefining our long-term goals…

Moon in Aquarius between Thursday 2/8 at 5:59 AM and Saturday

2/10 at 5:41 AM: Perfect for philanthropic activities, charitable

organizations, meeting with friends, making new acquaintances.

Good also for inventions, far out, progressive ideas, inter-

dimensional and time travel, anything related to UFOs, computers,

and technology in general….

Moon in Pisces between Saturday 2/10 at 5:42 AM and Monday

2/12 at 5:25 AM: Great for meditating, sitting by the ocean,

anything related to the sacred, dancing, painting, swimming,

dreaming, music, photography, film, sleeping, channeling, connecting

with the mystical, the magic and the oneness of all that is…

Moon in Aries between Monday 2/12 at 5:26 AM and Wednesday

2/14 at 7:01 AM: Perfect for intense physical activities, anything

requiring forceful, direct action and self-assertion. Good also for

leadership, spontaneity, good will, being a way shower, initiating

new projects or bringing our car to the mechanic….

Moon in Taurus between Wednesday 2/14 at 7:02 AM and Friday

2/16 at 11:38 AM: Perfect for any financial matter: paying our

bills/debts, asking for the money that is owed to us, opening a bank

account, investing in real estate, buying, and selling. Perfect also

for a stroll in the park, going to the countryside, connecting with

our Mother the Earth… Good also for gardening, pottery, sculpting,

as well as bodywork…

Moon in Gemini between Friday 2/16 at 11:39 AM and Sunday 2/18

at 7:24 PM: Excellent for multi-tasking, curiosity, any form of

communication, exchanging information, sending e-mails, calling

friends and acquaintances. Great also for social activities,

attending conferences, reading a book, watching a documentary,

gathering data on various topics, connecting with new people….

Moon in Cancer between Sunday 2/18 at 7:25 PM and Wednesday

2/21 at 5:39 AM: Perfect for family activities, especially those

involving children. Good for spending more time at home, cooking,

nurturing ourselves and those we love, inviting the people we

cherish over for dinner. Excellent also for drawing, creative

writing, humor, and anything requiring imagination and a touch of

craziness….

Moon in Leo between Wednesday 2/21 at 5:40 AM and Friday

2/23 at 5:37 PM: Excellent for anything glamorous, dramatic

performances, being in the public’s eye, throwing or attending an

elegant party, playing with children, romance, and creativity in

general…

Moon in Virgo between Friday 2/23 at 5:38 PM and Monday 2/26

at 6:28 AM: Excellent for starting a new fitness program, learning,

healthy nutrition, fasting, clearing our closets, cleaning our home,

reorganizing our drawers…. Perfect also for detailed work, the

focused use of our intelligence, and taking care of small pets….

Moon in Libra between Monday 2/26 at 6:29 AM and Wednesday

2/28 at 7:08 PM: Great for relationships, associations, diplomatic

exchanges with others, anything related to beauty (a haircut,

buying new clothes, a make-over…), art (especially painting and

decorating…), a pleasant social event (concert, art exhibition…).

* * * * * * * * * * *

This month’s intentional meditation started on Thursday 1/25

when we took out as many blank sheets of paper as we had

intentions and place them near a window, on a balcony or in a

garden so that they basked in the light of the Full Moon in Leo at

exactly 9:54 AM. Once that moment passed, we gathered our Full

Moon charged blank sheets and placed them in a folder.

On Friday 2/9, take out your blank full moon charged papers and

write on each a concise, positive intention. Place them on a balcony,

in a garden or near a window so that they are out by exactly 2:59

PM for the New Moon in Aquarius. Once that moment has passed,

staple them together and put them away in a folder expecting the

manifestation of all your dreams….

Next month’s intentional meditation starts on Saturday 2/24 with

the Full Moon in Virgo at exactly 4:30 AM.

* * * * * * * * * * *

Friday 2/2: Mercury Sextile Neptune (2:55 AM)

A day best spent in quiet contemplation, reading, dreaming,

painting, or watching an inspiring movie. Any past mistake or

misconception can be corrected today. Going with the flow and

exercising discrimination helps us bring balance to a potential

situation created by someone who, possibly under the influence, is

acting in strange ways.

Sunday 2/4: Mercury enters Aquarius (9:10 PM) till 2/22

During the next two weeks, science, technology, and inventions are

favored. Our intense concern for the future could make us forget

the present. Our mind is particularly progressive. We are

interested in humanitarian endeavors, are attracted to ufology and

science fiction, and think out of the box. The perfect time to

install new software, enroll in a computer class, or study astrology.

Monday 2/5: Mercury Conjunct Pluto (4:58 AM)

Negotiations are favored. A day to keep our reservations to

ourselves while being understanding, cooperative, and

accommodating. Our ability to X-ray situations and people assists

us in reaching solutions that benefit all involved.

Wednesday 2/7: Venus Trine Uranus (1:25 PM), Mars Sextile

Neptune (4:20 PM)

A new romantic attraction is exciting albeit not as enduring as we

may hope, unless we remain independent, and are willing to give

each other a lot of space and freedom. Our social life expands our

cultural and intellectual horizons. We could make or lose money

rather suddenly and unexpectedly. Our imagination is vivid. Our

creativity is enhanced. Unusual friends are stimulating. We are

drawn to secrets and out of the ordinary experiences.

Thursday 2/8: Sun Square Uranus (2:45 AM)

A person or situation from the past could unexpectedly resurface

helping us re-evaluate our own progress. A day of sudden,

stimulating changes requiring unusual, innovative solutions.

Saturday 2/10: Mercury Square Jupiter (5:25 AM)

Promising more than we can deliver, or trusting people making

extravagant pledges is ill-advised. Extremes in business, financial

or legal affairs, blind trust, or excessive expectations create more

harm than good. Formal functions feel boring. Best to remain as

moderate and philosophical as possible.

Monday 2/12: Mars enters Aquarius (10:05 PM) till March

22nd

During the next six weeks, our energy is innovative. We thrive on

being different, unique, innovative, and independent. Unkeen on

following the rules or traditions, we unemotionally want to do

things our way. Enjoying our freedom of action feels paramount.

Tuesday 2/13: Venus Sextile Neptune (5:36 AM), Mars

Conjunct Pluto (10:06 PM)

Highly sensitive to beauty, and aware of higher realms of

consciousness, we are caring and compassionate, yet also

compulsively driven to bring our own potential out. A rebellion

against oppression, a desire to assert ourselves, a need to be

productive, and a willingness to cooperate with others towards a

constructive common goal could shift our life direction, helping us

achieve far-reaching results.

Friday 2/16: Venus enters Aquarius (8:05 AM) till March 11,

Mercury Square Uranus (7:53 PM)

During the next three weeks, our humanitarian instincts are

greatly enhanced. Our social life expands, becoming more exciting.

We are attracted to unusual people from all walks of life who open

us to new horizons. Today, more specifically, our plans could be

suddenly disrupted. Our perception of a given situation could be

transformed by an unexpected information. People could prove

unstable and unreliable, acting in erratic, irresponsible ways. We

seek freedom from constraints.

Saturday 2/17: Venus Conjunct Pluto (12:48 AM)

Today, to maintain the peace in a committed relationship, it is

recommended that, without sacrificing our integrity, we graciously

compromise. Our love is put to the test. Any unresolved emotions

resurface enabling us to express and transmute festering feelings.

A good connection becomes deeper and more passionate. One that

was shaky is likely to reach a point of no-return.

Sunday 2/18: the Sun enters Pisces (8:13 PM) till March 19

During the next month, our compassion and psychic sensitivity to

beauty, art, and invisible realms are greatly enhanced. Going with

the flow, we are dreamy and idealistic. Creativity and imagination

are favored. Healers, channelers, actors, musicians, film makers,

dancers, photographers, poets, and painters are particularly

inspired.

Wednesday 2/21: Venus Conjunct Mars (11:14 PM)

Our social life is friendly and harmonious with a good balance of

the masculine and the feminine. An elegant event may require that

we pay more attention to our physical appearance and dress

fashionably. A wonderful day for a pleasant date.

Thursday 2/22: Mercury enters Pisces (11:29 PM) till March 9

During the next two weeks, our imagination and creativity are

enhanced. Deeply moved by music, poetry, and art in general, all

forms of beauty inspire us. This may not be the best period to sign

legally binding documents, as we tend to be rather dreamy and

unrealistic, paying little attention to practical details. Wonderful

for taking a vacation, going on a silent retreat, and spending time in

quiet contemplation.

Saturday 2/24: Venus Square Jupiter (8:01 PM)

As long as we remain grateful, moderate, and are careful to not fall

prey to poor judgement, this day is good for examining our

relationships from a more philosophical standpoint. We are likely to

be drawn to another culture, are interested in studying a topic that

expands our understanding of the world, and keen on sharing with

others what has given meaning to our life.

Tuesday 2/27: Mars Square Jupiter (12:30 AM)

Not a day to be extravagant or shop impulsively! An item we desire

may be overpriced, or we may later regret that we bought it.

Gambling is not advised either, and we should be aware of a risk of

theft. Today, moderation is key. Let us remain philosophical without

excess, and channel our energy into positive endeavors.

Wednesday 2/28: Sun Conjunct Mercury (12:43 AM), Mercury

Conjunct Saturn (7:08 AM), Sun Conjunct Saturn (1:25 PM)

Today we are required to demonstrate the seriousness of our

purpose. Seeking the company of mature people whose

achievements we respect and admire, focusing on our duties and

responsibilities, tackling the work at hand, and completing

backlogged projects enable us to achieve long-lasting, practical

results.

Thursday 2/29: Mercury Sextile Jupiter (1:53 AM)

Study and travel give our professional position and our finances a

chance to expand. Teaching, lecturing, writing, are all favored.

Moderation, optimism, and faith open exciting new doors.

Wishing you an exciting month of February!

In Loving Light.

Michelle Karén, M.A., D.F.Astrol.S.

January 2024 astrological forecast

JANUARY 2024

RUNE OF THE MONTH: What more perfect rune to start the

year than with Hagalz “Hailstorm”? This rune points to elements of

our lives being wiped out so that we may start over with a clean

slate. There is no life without death. To build anew, the creative

cycle requires that we let go of outmoded aspects of our lives

which, moving forward, would only have weighed us down. As we

enter this new year, the main question to ask ourselves is: “What in

our lives no longer serves the development of our highest

destiny?”.

* * * * * * * * * * *

Mercury turns direct on Monday January 1 st , 2024 at 22º33’

Sagittarius. Its shadow period lasts until January 21, 2024. The

degree Mercury turns direct on, is symbolized by “Immigrants

entering a new country”. Today, there could still be some

misunderstandings, changed minds, lost keys, disrupted schedules,

and missed flights. Tomorrow, communications will shift to their

new order. A wonderful way to start this new year, on a new mental

basis, free from the known.

Uranus remains retrograde this whole month until January 26,

2024. Its shadow period lasts until May 14, 2024. The degree

traveled in January (19º23’-19º05’ Taurus) is symbolized by:

“Wisps of clouds, like wings, are streaming across the sky.” We are

asked to uncover our unique gifts and talents and assert our

independence. The more we embrace our true self, the more

spiritually connected we are. We then become a conduit for all

forms of synchronicities and divine inspirations.

Pluto re-enters Aquarius on January 20 th , until September 1st,

2024. The degree traveled in January (0º-0º19’ Aquarius) is

symbolized by: “An old adobe mission”. As most old, outworn

structures in the world are collapsing, the new is starting to

emerge from the rubbles. In 2023, Pluto still spent most of the

year in Capricorn. A lot of corruption emerged at very high levels

of power. As Pluto re-enters Aquarius, almost for good (it will be

fully in that sign in 2025), the balance is gradually and resolutely

shifting to the people taking things in their own hands. Laws that

make no sense, rules that do not honor humanitarian rights,

intolerance, and the lack of social solidarity are all being

disparaged. The dangers of A.I. and social media are likely to come

to the forefront. There could also be increased concerns regarding

extra-terrestrial intelligence, and the advances of science and

technology devoid of a connection to spirituality.

* * * * * * * * * * *

The Moon will be Void of Course (V/O –forming no major aspect

with any planet before entering the following sign-):

On Tuesday 1/2 between 3:36 PM and 4:47 PM: when the Moon

enters Libra.

On Friday 1/5 between 3:41 AM and 4:39 AM: when the Moon

enters Scorpio.

On Sunday 1/7 between 12:22 PM and 1:08 PM: when the Moon

enters Sagittarius.

On Tuesday 1/9 between 10:24 AM and 5:33 PM: when the

Moon enters Capricorn.

On Thursday 1/11 between 6:33 PM and 7:01 PM: when the

Moon enters Aquarius.

On Saturday 1/13 between 1:59 AM and 7:29 PM: when the

Moon enters Pisces.

On Monday 1/15 between 8:33 PM and 8:49 PM: when the Moon

enters Aries.

On Thursday 1/18 between 12:03 AM and 12:12 AM: when the

Moon enters Taurus.

On Saturday 1/20 between 5:57 AM and 5:58 AM (1 minute!):

when the Moon enters Gemini.

On Monday 1/22 between 12:40 PM and 1:51 PM: when the

Moon enters Cancer.

On Wednesday 1/24 between 2:58 PM and 11:37 PM: when the

Moon enters Leo.

From Friday 1/26 at 1:19 PM till Saturday 1/27 at 11:11 AM:

when the Moon enters Virgo.

From Monday 1/29 at 3:20 PM till Tuesday 1/30 at 12:04 AM:

when the Moon enters Libra.

Mark these periods in red in your calendar and avoid scheduling

anything of importance during these times as they would amount

to… NO thing!

* * * * * * * * * * *

Scheduling our activities using the zodiacal position of the Moon

Moon in Virgo until Tuesday 1/2 at 4:46 PM + between Saturday

1/27 at 11:11 AM and Tuesday 1/30 at 12:03 AM: Excellent for

starting a new fitness program, learning, healthy nutrition, fasting,

clearing our closets, cleaning our home, reorganizing our drawers….

Perfect also for detailed work, the focused use of our intelligence,

and taking care of small pets….

Moon in Libra between Tuesday 1/2 at 4:47 PM and Friday 1/5 at

4:38 AM + between Tuesday 1/20 at 12:04 AM and Thursday 2/1 at

12:36 PM: Great for relationships, associations, diplomatic

exchanges with others, anything related to beauty (a haircut,

buying new clothes, a make-over…), art (especially painting and

decorating…), a pleasant social event (concert, art exhibition…).

Moon in Scorpio between Friday 1/5 at 4:39 AM and Sunday 1/7

at 1:07 PM: Perfect for scientific research, esoteric studies, self-

transformation, shamanism, dealing with the mysteries of life,

death, and sexuality, as well as insurances and issues involving

personal power.

Moon in Sagittarius between Sunday 1/7 at 1:08 PM and Tuesday

1/9 at 5:32 PM: Perfect for traveling, religious and/or

philosophical activities or matters related to higher education and

the law. Excellent for lecturing, learning, perfecting a foreign

language, exploring other cultures… Perfect also for athletic

training and tending to large animals (horses….).

Moon in Capricorn between Tuesday 1/9 at 5:33 PM and Thursday

1/11 at 7:00 PM: Good for furthering our ambitions, asking for a

promotion, enlisting the support of people in positions of authority,

making a good impression, re-structuring our business, and

redefining our long-term goals…

Moon in Aquarius between Thursday 1/11 at 7:01 PM and Saturday

1/13 at 7:28 PM: Perfect for philanthropic activities, charitable

organizations, meeting with friends, making new acquaintances.

Good also for inventions, far out, progressive ideas, inter-

dimensional and time travel, anything related to UFOs, computers,

and technology in general….

Moon in Pisces between Saturday 1/13 at 7:29 PM and Monday

1/15 at 8:48 PM: Great for meditating, sitting by the ocean,

anything related to the sacred, dancing, painting, swimming,

dreaming, music, photography, film, sleeping, channeling, connecting

with the mystical, the magic and the oneness of all that is…

Moon in Aries between Monday 1/15 at 8:49 PM and Thursday

1/18 at 12:11 AM: Perfect for intense physical activities, anything

requiring forceful, direct action and self-assertion. Good also for

leadership, spontaneity, good will, being a way shower, initiating

new projects or bringing our car to the mechanic….

Moon in Taurus between Thursday 1/18 at 12:12 AM and Saturday

1/20 at 5:57 AM: Perfect for any financial matter: paying our

bills/debts, asking for the money that is owed to us, opening a bank

account, investing in real estate, buying, and selling. Perfect also

for a stroll in the park, going to the countryside, connecting with

our Mother the Earth… Good also for gardening, pottery, sculpting,

as well as bodywork…

Moon in Gemini between Saturday 1/20 at 5:58 AM and Monday

1/22 at 1:50 PM: Excellent for multi-tasking, curiosity, any form of

communication, exchanging information, sending e-mails, calling

friends and acquaintances. Great also for social activities,

attending conferences, reading a book, watching a documentary,

gathering data on various topics, connecting with new people….

Moon in Cancer between Monday 1/22 at 1:51 PM and Wednesday

1/24 at 11:36 PM : Perfect for family activities, especially those

involving children. Good for spending more time at home, cooking,

nurturing ourselves and those we love, inviting the people we

cherish over for dinner. Excellent also for drawing, creative

writing, humor, and anything requiring imagination and a touch of

craziness….

Moon in Leo between Wednesday 1/24 at 11:37 PM and Saturday

1/27 at 11:10 AM: Excellent for anything glamorous, dramatic

performances, being in the public’s eye, throwing or attending an

elegant party, playing with children, romance, and creativity in

general…

* * * * * * * * * * *

This month’s intentional meditation started on December 26 when

we took out as many blank sheets of paper as we had intentions and

place them near a window, on a balcony or in a garden so that they

basked in the light of the Full Moon in Cancer at exactly 4:33

PM. Once that moment passed, we gathered our Full Moon charged

blank sheets and placed them in a folder.

On Thursday 1/11, take out your blank full moon charged papers

and write on each a concise, positive intention. Place them on a

balcony, in a garden or near a window so that they are out by

exactly 3:57 AM for the New Moon in Capricorn. Once that

moment has passed, staple them together and put them away in a

folder expecting the manifestation of all your dreams….

Next month’s intentional meditation starts on Thursday 1/25 at

9:54 AM with the Full Moon in Leo.

* * * * * * * * * * *

Monday 1/1: Venus Square Saturn (5:26 AM)

A day marked by a certain loneliness and cold heartedness. Our

emotional life is likely to be slowed by duties and obligations that

feel strenuous. Social encounters are more work than fun. Our

finances could be stretched to the limit. A day best spent

reorganizing our daily surroundings to create more comfort.

Thursday 1/4: Mars enters Capricorn (6:58 AM) till February

12

During the next 6 weeks, our actions are measured, grounded, and

structured. Our reactions are sober and mature, and our desires

controlled. Our ability to sustain long hours of persistent efforts

is intensified. No matter what personal sacrifices they entail, we

see our projects to the finish line.

Monday 1/8: Mercury Square Neptune (5:24 PM)

Communications are elusive. Truths are hidden. Lies, deceit,

deceptions are likely. We tend to drift into daydreaming and

impractical schemes. Not a good day to enter any kind of

partnership or signing legally binding documents. Because of their

amplified effect, alcohol and drugs should be absolutely avoided. A

day best spent resting, watching a feel-good movie, reading an

inspiring book, listening to music or painting.

Tuesday 1/9: Sun Trine Uranus (4:07 PM), Mars Sextile

Saturn (6:40 PM)

Unexpected events bring much excitement. A person we haven’t

seen in a long time could make us measure the extent of our own

evolution. Innovative changes bring renewal. Our projects are

furthered by practical work, structured energy, and controlled

actions.

Friday 1/12: Mars Trine Jupiter (2:42 AM)

We meet challenges with an enthusiastic attitude and much

excitement attracting favors and financial rewards. Fabulous for a

long-distance trip, starting a university level training, or taking an

interest in philosophy or religion.

Wednesday 1/13: Mercury enters Capricorn (6:49 PM) till

February 4

During the next 3 weeks, we may be more silent, only speaking if

we have something to add to the conversation. An excellent time to

go back to school to study a topic that advances our career. Our

thinking is serious and mature. We seek the company of people who

are successful and can help us fulfill our own professional

ambitions.

Monday 1/15: Sun Sextile Neptune (4:38 PM)

Deeply sensitive to poetry, music, and painting, today we tend to be

more dream-oriented. Overly considerate of others, we need peace

and silence to regenerate. A good day for artists who are

particularly inspired.

Thursday 1/18: Mercury Sextile Saturn (12:49 AM)

Our thinking is serious, disciplined, and grounded. We are not

afraid to spend the necessary long hours to complete backlogged

work. Our communications are succinct and efficient. We prefer

silence and solitude to meaningless chatter. Our planning is

intelligent and our attention to practical details, impeccable.

Friday 1/19: Mercury Trine Jupiter (1:31 AM), Venus Square

Neptune (7:49 AM)

A day of mixed blessings. On one hand, we feel exuberant, happy,

and optimistic. This is a fabulous day to go on a long-distance trip,

or engage in a deep study. On the other, we could fall prey to an

illusionary romance. Unrequited love, deceit, and lies could create a

fog that undermines our dreams of perfection. Let us also be

careful with get-rich-quick-schemes. Our finances could be preyed

upon by less than honorable characters. Being over-trusting in love

and money is ill-advised.

Saturday 1/20: Sun Conjunct Pluto (5:46 AM), Sun enters

Aquarius (6:07 AM) till February 18, Pluto re-enters Aquarius

(4:50 PM) till September 1

Today, specifically, our leadership is amplified. We should pay

extra attention to our thoughts and feelings as they have the

power to affect our environment. During the coming month, we

value independence, originality, and freedom. We are drawn to

humanitarian endeavors, develop our inventive spirit, and could feel

rather rebellious. Our friendships assume a greater than usual

importance. Regarding Pluto in Aquarius, kindly refer to the

opening paragraph.

Tuesday 1/23: Venus enters Capricorn (12:50 AM) till February

16

During the next 3 weeks, our approach to love is practical. We are

likely to be attracted to someone who is older, more mature,

ambitious, and/or successful. We seek solidity and stability both in

love and in our financial affairs.

Friday 1/26: Sun Square Jupiter (11:18 PM)

Formalities feel stuffy and tedious. We could be rather restless.

Our good resolutions in terms of health and finances are likely to

get broken. Questions regarding the quality of our judgement and

our moral values come to the forefront. Staying as moderate as

possible and demonstrating humility and gratitude is essential.

Saturday 1/27: Mercury Conjunct Mars (6:59 AM), Venus

Sextile Saturn (10:03 PM)

Direct in our speech, we may respond before thinking things

through, but our rash comments are definitely honest. We call a

spade a spade and have little interest in being subtle or diplomatic.

We seek stability, reliability, durability, and integrity in our

relationships. A good day to move in together, get engaged or

married. Our approach to romance is grounded and realistic.

Financially, without being stingy, we err on a more conservative

side.

Sunday 1/28: Mercury Trine Uranus (1:07 PM), Venus Trine

Jupiter (5:02 PM)

Today, new information, changes of plans, and exciting people

disrupt our routine for the better. We are more inventive,

dynamic, and open to the unknown. Technology and science are

appealing. Our social encounters are gracious, warm, and loving. We

feel generous towards those less fortunate than ourselves and are

enriched by artistic and cultural activities.

Monday 1/29: Mars Trine Uranus (3:41 PM)

Our daily routine could be interfered with. New, exciting

circumstances precipitate much needed changes. Stimulating

people bring dynamic ideas that support our independence. The

more we go with the flow, the more we shall find that those

disruptions are pointing us in a more appropriate direction for our

own evolution.

Wishing you the best New Year ever!

In Loving Light.

Michelle Karén, M.A., D.F.Astrol.S.

December astrological forecast

DECEMBER 2023

RUNE OF THE MONTH: Beorc “birch tree, birth”. Considered to

be life giving in Scandinavia, the birch tree is sacred. Anti-

microbial, anti-viral, and antiseptic, its sap is used as sugar, its oil

stimulates blood circulation, its leaves are used as a healing tea,

and prayers are written on its bark which are then burned in a

ceremonial fire, for release. A month to give birth to new ideas,

have innovative projects, or start a relationship.

* * * * * * * * * * *

Neptune turns direct on Tuesday December 6 at 24º53’ Pisces.

Its shadow period remains until March 26, 2024. This degree is

associated with the following image: “The purging of the

priesthood”. Even though kindness and compassion are once again

available to us, it may be difficult to know whom and what to trust.

Many lies are disguised as truths. Wolves are hiding in sheep’s

clothes. Much of what seems real is fake.

Mercury turns retrograde on Wednesday 12/12 until January 1 st ,

2024 at 8º29’ Capricorn until 22º33’ Sagittarius. Its shadow period

lasts until January 21, 2024. The degree Mercury turns retrograde

on is symbolized by “An Angel carrying a harp.” A very good period

to question our purpose, life direction, how we feel about our

career, and reassess our moral and philosophical values. Traveling

to a place we haven’t been to in a long time, and reconnecting with

people we haven’t seen forever force us to reevaluate our life

choices and reformulate our ambitions. A good time to take stock

of our progress in 2023, make new year resolutions, and realign to

our highest purpose.

Jupiter turns direct on Saturday December 30 th at 5º35’

Taurus. Its shadow period ends on March 24, 2024. This degree is

represented by the following image: “A square brightly lighted on

one side”. Strengthened by our renewed honesty towards

ourselves, progress and expansion are once again available to us.

Travel, especially to a foreign country, is encouraged. Exploring

other cultures, religions, and philosophies of life is enriching.

Furthering our higher education is also favored.

Uranus remains retrograde this whole month until January 26,

2024. Its shadow period lasts until May 14, 2024. The degrees

traveled in December (20º22’-19º24’ Taurus) are symbolized by: “A

moving finger points to significant passages in a book” and “Wisps

of clouds, like wings, are streaming across the sky”. Breaking free

from a routine that has become stale opens exciting opportunities.

Furthering our education with discrimination and efficiency

enables us to better manifest our uniqueness. We are asked to

understand what freedom means to us and in what ways it is being

curbed either by ourselves or outer circumstances.

* * * * * * * * * * *

The Moon will be Void of Course (V/O –forming no major aspect

with any planet before entering the following sign-):

On Friday 12/1 between 5:07 AM and 6:31 AM: when the Moon

enters Leo.

On Sunday 12/3 between 6:11 PM and 7:50 PM: when the Moon

enters Virgo.

On Wednesday 12/6 between 5:50 AM and 8:35 AM: when the

Moon enters Libra.

On Friday 12/8 between 5:05 PM and 7:35 PM: when the Moon

enters Scorpio.

On Monday 12/11 between 12:57 AM and 3:11 AM: when the

Moon enters Sagittarius.

From Tuesday 12/12 at 10:48 PM till Wednesday 12/13 at

7:31 AM: when the Moon enters Capricorn.

On Friday 12/15 between 8:04 AM and 9:56 AM: when the

Moon enters Aquarius.

On Sunday 12/17 between 4:04 AM and 11:58 AM: when the

Moon enters Pisces.

On Tuesday 12/19 between 1:03 PM and 2:47 PM: when the

Moon enters Aries.

On Thursday 12/21 between 6:47 PM and 6:50 PM: when the

Moon enters Taurus.

From Saturday 12/23 at 10:40 PM till Sunday 12/24 at 12:15

AM: when the Moon enters Gemini.

From Monday 12/25 at 11:55 PM till Tuesday 12/26 at 7:15

AM: when the Moon enters Cancer.

On Thursday 12/28 between 2:57 PM and 4:23 PM: when the

Moon enters Leo.

From Saturday 12/30 at 9:18 PM till Sunday 12/31 at 3:53

AM: when the Moon enters Virgo.

Mark these periods in red in your calendar and avoid scheduling

anything of importance during these times as they would amount

to… NO thing!

* * * * * * * * * * *

Scheduling our activities using the zodiacal position of the Moon

Moon in Cancer until Friday 12/1 at 7:59 AM + between Tuesday

12/26 at 7:15 AM and Thursday 12/28 at 4:22 PM: Perfect for

family activities, especially those involving children. Good for

spending more time at home, cooking, nurturing ourselves and those

we love, inviting the people we cherish over for dinner. Excellent

also for drawing, creative writing, humor, and anything requiring

imagination and a touch of craziness….

Moon in Leo between Friday 12/1 at 8 AM and Sunday 12/3 at 7:49

PM + between Thursday 12/28 at 4:23 PM and Sunday 12/31 at

3:52 AM: Excellent for anything glamorous, dramatic

performances, being in the public’s eye, throwing or attending an

elegant party, playing with children, romance, and creativity in

general…

Moon in Virgo between Sunday 12/3 at 7:50 PM and Wednesday

12/6 at 8:34 AM: Excellent for starting a new fitness program,

learning, healthy nutrition, fasting, clearing our closets, cleaning

our home, reorganizing our drawers…. Perfect also for detailed

work, the focused use of our intelligence, and taking care of small

pets….

Moon in Libra between Wednesday 12/6 at 8:35 AM and Friday

12/8 at 7:34 PM: Great for relationships, associations, diplomatic

exchanges with others, anything related to beauty (a haircut,

buying new clothes, a make-over…), art (especially painting and

decorating…), a pleasant social event (concert, art exhibition…).

Moon in Scorpio between Friday 12/8 at 7:35 PM and Monday

12/11 at 3:10 AM: Perfect for scientific research, esoteric studies,

self-transformation, shamanism, dealing with the mysteries of life,

death, and sexuality, as well as insurances and issues involving

personal power.

Moon in Sagittarius between Monday 12/11 at 3:11 AM and

Wednesday 12/13 at 7:30 AM: Perfect for traveling, religious

and/or philosophical activities or matters related to higher

education and the law. Excellent for lecturing, learning, perfecting

a foreign language, exploring other cultures… Perfect also for

athletic training and tending to large animals (horses….).

Moon in Capricorn between Wednesday 12/13 at 7:31 AM and

Friday 12/15 at 9:55 AM: Good for furthering our ambitions,

asking for a promotion, enlisting the support of people in positions

of authority, making a good impression, re-structuring our

business, and redefining our long-term goals…

Moon in Aquarius between Friday 12/15 at 9:56 AM and Sunday

12/17 at 11:57 AM: Perfect for philanthropic activities, charitable

organizations, meeting with friends, making new acquaintances.

Good also for inventions, far out, progressive ideas, inter-

dimensional and time travel, anything related to UFOs, computers,

and technology in general….

Moon in Pisces between Sunday 12/17 at 11:58 AM and Tuesday

12/19 at 2:46 PM: Great for meditating, sitting by the ocean,

anything related to the sacred, dancing, painting, swimming,

dreaming, music, photography, film, sleeping, channeling, connecting

with the mystical, the magic and the oneness of all that is…

Moon in Aries between Tuesday 12/19 at 2:47 PM and Thursday

12/21 at 6:49 PM: Perfect for intense physical activities, anything

requiring forceful, direct action and self-assertion. Good also for

leadership, spontaneity, good will, being a way shower, initiating

new projects or bringing our car to the mechanic….

Moon in Taurus between Thursday 12/21 at 6:50 PM and Sunday

12/24 at 12:14 AM: Perfect for any financial matter: paying our

bills/debts, asking for the money that is owed to us, opening a bank

account, investing in real estate, buying, and selling. Perfect also

for a stroll in the park, going to the countryside, connecting with

our Mother the Earth… Good also for gardening, pottery, sculpting,

as well as bodywork…

Moon in Gemini between Sunday 12/24 at 12:15 AM and Tuesday

12/26 at 7:14 AM: Excellent for multi-tasking, curiosity, any form

of communication, exchanging information, sending e-mails, calling

friends and acquaintances. Great also for social activities,

attending conferences, reading a book, watching a documentary,

gathering data on various topics, connecting with new people….

* * * * * * * * * * *

This month’s intentional meditation started on November 27 when

we took out as many blank sheets of paper as we had intentions and

place them near a window, on a balcony or in a garden so that they

basked in the light of the Full Moon in Gemini at exactly 1:16

AM. Once that moment passed, we gathered our Full Moon

charged blank sheets and placed them in a folder.

On Tuesday 12/12, take out your blank full moon charged papers

and write on each a concise, positive intention. Place them on a

balcony, in a garden or near a window so that they are out by

exactly 3:32 PM for the New Moon in Sagittarius. Once that

moment has passed, staple them together and put them away in a

folder expecting the manifestation of all your dreams….

Next month’s intentional meditation starts on Tuesday 12/26 at

4:33 PM with the Full Moon in Cancer.

* * * * * * * * * * *

Friday 12/1: Mercury enters Capricorn (6:31 AM till 12/22)

During the next 3 weeks, we are mentally serious, focused, and

disciplined. Not afraid of hard work or studying long hours, we are

practical and ambitious. A great time to get clear on our objectives

and make solid plans for the future.

Saturday 12/2: Mercury Sextile Saturn (7:27 AM)

Today, attentive to details and particularly focused on efficiency,

we devise intelligent plans. We are drawn to older people or people

who thanks to their hard work have gained authority and reached

personal success.

Sunday 12/3: Venus Square Pluto (5:29 AM)

For the sake of peace, a day to compromise and adapt to the needs

of others. We could be exposed to manipulative or coercive people.

Trying to force a relationship will only backfire. Best to lie low and

wait for a more auspicious time.

Monday 12/4: Venus enters Scorpio (10:51 AM till 12/29)

The next 3 weeks awaken our need for romance and passion. We

want to throw ourselves body, mind and soul into a relationship, a

work we love, or an activity we are excited about. Financial

investments yield substantial revenues.

Tuesday 12/5: Venus Trine Saturn (2:51 PM)

A day to reassess our relationships. Those that are good are

strengthened, while those that have been shaky for a while, could

come to an end. A great day to move in together, commit to

another or get married. Money matters are consolidated. Financial

planning is encouraged. Our esthetic tastes are more conservative.

Wednesday 12/6: Neptune turns direct (5:20 AM)

Kindly refer to the opening paragraph.

Thursday 12/7: Mercury trine Jupiter (8:09 PM)

We are particularly positive today. Our self-confidence, faith in

life, and optimistic disposition ensure that things turn to our

advantage. We express ourselves with kindness, generosity, and

enthusiasm. A great day to learn a foreign language, enroll in a

university-level class, or travel to a distant country. Any study

related to philosophy, religion or the law is favored.

Saturday 12/9: Venus Opposition Jupiter (7:35 PM)

Falling prey to excesses in food, spending, and pleasures is not

advised. The more gracious, hospitable, and tolerant we are, the

more our social life expands in enriching ways. Even if its amount

feels a little disappointing, expressing gratitude for a gift or a

bonus we receive today leads to greater opportunities.

Monday 12/11: Mercury Sextile Venus (11:17 AM)

A great day for casual, pleasant, and light conversations, getting

together with friends, and seeking peace and harmony. A visit to an

art gallery, or shopping for fashionable clothes is favored. A small

trip to the countryside is fun and soothing.

Tuesday 12/12: Mercury turns retrograde (11:09 PM)

Kindly refer to the opening paragraph.

Saturday 12/16: Sun Square Neptune (7:43 PM)

We may feel a little woolly-headed today, indecisive, and

impractical. Prone to daydreaming, we are likely to overlook details,

and be vulnerable to scammers. People seem elusive. Their actions

are likely to be confusing and somewhat deceitful. Artistic

creation, quietly reading or watching an inspiring movie is

encouraged.

Monday 12/18: Mercury Trine Jupiter (6:28 AM)

Kindly refer to Thursday 12/7.

Wednesday 12/20: Venus Opposition Uranus (11:04 PM)

Social events are exciting and stimulating. We are drawn to

unusual, eccentric, even, in some cases, provocative characters who

bring a sense of newness and freedom but may prove unreliable and

unlikely to stay long in our lives. Erratic and unstable behavior can

have devastating consequences.

Thursday 12/21: Mercury Sextile Saturn (4:33 AM), the Sun

enters Capricorn (7:27 PM till January 20, 2024)

Regarding Mercury Sextile Saturn, kindly refer to Saturday 12/2.

During the coming month, our ambitions are highlighted. We are

hard-working, disciplined, focused, and serious. Drawn to

leadership positions, we want to succeed, and are apt to

demonstrate more maturity and wisdom.

Friday 12/22: Sun Conjunct Mercury (10:54 AM), Mercury

enters Sagittarius (10:19 PM till January 13, 2024)

A good day for communications, making phone calls, writing e-mails,

and any public relation activity. We could try something we have

never done before and meet someone new. The next 3 weeks are

marked by the ability to focus on the silver lining of every dark

cloud, being positive, self-confident, and looking at the future with

optimism. We are more religiously and philosophically inclined than

normal. Legal and political matters are favored.

Sunday 12/24: Sun Sextile Saturn (9:28 AM)

Patience, stability, self-discipline, and strength of character mark

this day. We have the capacity to shoulder great responsibilities

and be particularly self-reliant and efficient. Our seriousness and

respect of duties and obligations help us get our work done in a

timely manner.

Monday 12/25: Venus Trine Neptune (9:15 AM)

A romantically enchanted day. Our increased sensitivity and

compassion are appreciated by those less favored than ourselves.

We are drawn to music and the arts. Actors, composers, painters,

and poets are particularly inspired. Our esthetic senses are

refined. We seek beauty, peace, and harmony.

Tuesday 12/26: Mercury Square Neptune (11:43 PM)

A mentally confusing day. We are vulnerable to illusions, deceit, and

lies. Not a good day for signing any legally binding document as we

could miss the fine print and get entangled in a scam. A day best

spent in isolation, quiet meditation, and artistic creation.

Wednesday 12/27: Sun Trine Jupiter (7:28 AM), Mercury

Conjunct Mars (4:31 PM)

A positive, dynamic day that pushes us to act on our ideals with

courage and integrity. Great for outdoor activities and competitive

sports, we are direct and impulsive. Eager to defend our

philosophical, religious, and political beliefs, practicing moderation

and tolerance ensures a general enrichment of consciousness.

Thursday 12/28: Mars Square Neptune (2:16 PM), Venus

Sextile Pluto (10:01 PM)

We could feel all at once a certain restlessness and anxiety while

demonstrating more passion in our relationships. A male figure

could be elusive, act in a confusing manner, and even lie. Emotions

are intense, complex, and possibly laden with strange problems. All

is not as it seems. We could shy away from heavy work and prove

weak and evasive in the face of situations requiring direct action

and courage.

Friday 12/29: Venus enters Sagittarius (12:24 PM till January

23, 2024)

During the next 3 weeks, we express our feelings in a more

adventurous way. We are drawn to other cultures and may joyously

fall in love with a foreigner or someone who travels. A romance may

develop while on a journey. We enjoy being seen in in-places, yet

are more excited by a camping trip or outdoor activities than a

formally elegant date. Our attitude towards love is full of faith,

positivity, and enthusiasm. We may spend money rather recklessly,

yet somehow, trusting our lucky star, we end up having what we

need.

Saturday 12/30: Jupiter turns direct (6:40 PM)

Kindly refer to the opening paragraph.

Wishing you a happy end of year!

In Loving Light.

Michelle Karén, M.A., D.F.Astrol.S.