If we have the same thought over and over again it will take on a creative life of its own – for good or ill! Therefore, as we enter the Age of Aquarius, it becomes increasingly important to be aware of the neural connections that we cultivate in our brains and the images that we imprint with our emotions.
On February 3, Neptune, the gaseous blue planet signifying dreams and illusions enters the water sign of Pisces creating a highly fluid vibration. Neptune will remain in Pisces until 2025 and is associated with the collective unconscious, the ocean of dreams, visions and archetypal patterning. Positively expressed, Neptune relates to our highest aspiration, healing, unity consciousness, artistic abilities and the capacity to love unconditionally; on the downside Neptune’s rays can be tricky and fuzzy leading to co-dependent behaviour, the subconscious need to merge with a certain group, movement, culture or religion at the expense of individual responsibility and independent critical thinking.
As mentioned in earlier columns, Uranus, the cosmic agent of free will and individual expression, has been felt strongly all through 2011 and remains a force to be reckoned with in years to come. On a personal level its influence is often felt as a sudden awakening, a completely new insight that may cause chaos and crisis at first while upsetting the familiar, and initiating an unexpected turn in events. Neptune and Uranus are archetypal forces that are very different in their energetic signature and need alignment. The union is not an easy one, because both require and support different ways of managing: the former is uniting, the latter singles out. We are asked to visualize a new, more inclusive reality while working through the smaller details with creativity, inventiveness and attention to detail.
On February 7, Saturn, the hard taskmaster of reality, turns stationary retrograde giving us extra time (until end of June) to clean up our lives and sort out lose ends especially in regards to relationships and financial arrangements. Contracts that we have made over the last 2 years will be tested. What cannot be sustained has to be transformed or needs to go which then frees up energy and space for worthwhile projects. The Full Moon on 8 February falls in Leo, the sign that rules the heart center. When in doubt, we can listen to the wisdom of our heart: Is it singing or sinking?
Aries:
Chaos is a by-product of creativity, but does cause mental and physical strain. Therefore take good care of your health right now. Avoid foods that are high in fats or sugars. Pay particular attention to your dreams; they might hold the key to many of your life’s question. What is really driving your actions? Pause, reflect and try to focus on details.
Taurus:
Your ideals have become really important to you and you feel attracted to others who share your feelings. The problem is that you might feel pulled between loyalty to the past and fear of losing control if you enter new territory. Review your beliefs and values honestly. Cut through old habits and make space for new creative projects.
Gemini:
Right now you might feel unsure about your life’s direction and find it difficult to make long-lasting decisions. If you find yourself changing your mind frequently, it might help to concentrate on your breathing. In this way you remain focused in the present. Things will fall into place around mid year. Learn to trust and lighten up.
Cancer: Neptune’s entry into Pisces has kindled your interest in spiritual matters. Keep searching and allow the answers to emerge by maintaining an open mind. Your need for self-protection might be challenged in the process. Instead of being caught in a state of reminiscence be brave and share your insights with the world.
Leo: The Full Moon is in your Sun sign on February 8. Important things in your life might have reached a point of culmination. Clarify your ideas and values especially in regards to business dealings. You may have a change of head and heart as things might not turn out as they promised. Trust your intuition and remain grounded in the here-and-now.
Virgo: Sometimes it is difficult to know the difference between fact and fiction, intuition and projection. The trick is to balance your own needs with those of others while remaining focused on methods that assist the practical work-out of your ideas. Use this time to be productive, and reflect on what you really need from life.
Libra: Right now you might feel tested with lessons of self-discipline and responsibility towards the greater whole. Deepen your sense of self and -if necessary- adjust your attitude. At the end of this process you will feel more authentic and aligned with your true purpose.
Scorpio: You might feel as if your life is placed on hold right now and objectives are not working the way as you planned them. This might not be a bad thing after all, just providing you with some extra time and space for working out your dreams and visions. The more you can give without expecting anything in return, the happier you will be.
Sagittarius: Right now it will be helpful to pay attention to detail and to work on methods and techniques that enable you to reach your objectives. However, first reflect on what is desirable and attainable. Your image of yourself is undergoing important changes and you might feel more sensitive than usual.
Capricorn: Are you feeling like running out of time or not having the time to do the things you wish to do? The task is to work out your true calling. Concentrate on the essentials and ask yourself what you like to be remembered for. Do not allow yourself to be weighed down by nitty-gritty stuff, instead broaden your perspective.
Aquarius: Use the energies of the moment to get in contact with your true purpose. Recharge your batteries now, because the months to come can be very crucial in reaching your life’s aims and aspirations. In the process old attachments to the past will dissolve. Imagine your dreams as being fulfilled and feel as if they have already happened!
Pisces: Neptune enters your Sun sign on February 2 (until 2025) sensitizing your emotional responses to the world. It is okay to dream into the future and re-vision your life, but be careful what you are wishing for: it may come true! Keep a sense of perspective of who you are and what you are doing. Leave space for beauty to arise and synchronicity to happen.
Contributed by: Tina Mews
