Astrology Brief for January 1-7, 2024 from Sandra Helton©

 

And here we are! It’s 2024 and a beginning fraught with many mixed feelings and yet hopeful for all good things and opportunity in the best way. The astrology chart for the year has Mercury still in retrograde suggesting the year will have a few “do-overs” ranging from personal to national and even international. Reworking of many aspects of life is called for and with Pluto entering Aquarius until 2044 there’s a lot to think about.

Mercury goes direct on Monday, still in Sagittarius that will slowly lead us all toward building in a nice direction with a few lofty goals and inspiration. Your beliefs, how you connect to the world at large and your ideals are leading aspects that are worthy ways to begin a new year.

Also on Monday Venus square Saturn cautions to take your time with personal matters and relationships as there may be setbacks or need to be flexible should another retreat in some way. This is a day to work on scheduling and planning rather than direct action with major things.

The Quarter Moon in Libra occuring Wednesday begins a week long cycle that helps you to see other viewpoints and where you may want to refine relationships and direct interactions. It’s good to refine rather than judge.

Mars enters Capricorn Thursday where it remains until February 13 providing tenacity and the ability to be thorough and persistent as needed. Major projects benefit from this reliable energy and you can build where you need from small tasks, beginning personal maintenance for health, exercise and where you want to build strength and stamina.

The Moon wanes until the next New Moon on January 11 adding to the week a great time for introspection. Journaling a few notes about your feelings and ideals can flow together nicely as a building block of positive intention.

• Monday, January 1, Moon in Virgo
• Tuesday, January 2, Moon in Virgo/Libra
• Wednesday, January 3, Moon in Libra
• Thursday, January 4, Moon in Libra; Mars in Capricorn
• Friday, January 5, Moon in Libra/Scorpio
• Saturday, January 6, Moon in Scorpio
• Sunday, January 7, Moon in Scorpio/Sagittarius

AFFIRMATION

These affirmations are composed based on current celestial placements. As a clinical hypnotherapist I’ve studied writing scripts so the composition is written with the intent to allow connecting with the heavens and expanding awareness to be more in harmony for the highest good. Taking a moment to be still and ideally in a quiet place, or even when going to sleep, the reading or speaking of these may be helpful and benefit your soul journey. Even just seeing it can be beneficial. 

“I have abundant strength and faith to accomplish greatness.”

KEY WORDS

Introspection; pace; align

CopyrightSandraHelton2024

In-depth daily details are on the Patreon site: https://www.patreon.com/SandraHelton

Venus in Sagittarius

Venus into Sagittarius at 3:24 PM where it transits until January 23, 2024 expanding the mind and offers hope and inspiration. You may feel emotionally lighter and optimistic that helps to plan and more easily reach out to connect with others. Belief expands as does seeing beyond the immediate. Inspiration is a key energy. This is a nice cycle for visualization and seeking to know and understand from a higher level, recognizing there's more than the mundane. Creativity is limitless.

Astrology Brief for December 25-31, 2023 from Sandra Helton©

 

Completing the 2023 calendar year moves us through a Full Moon, Mercury angling both Neptune and Mars plus Jupiter going direct. In addition, personal lives are stirred through Venus angling well to Pluto and a positive alignment between the Sun and Jupiter. Along the way there are numerous shifts and turns that fill the atmosphere with a lot to think about and even more to consider as we all move toward new opportunities of both light and intrigue.

Venus trine Neptune on Monday increases the romance in everyone that ranges from desire to fantasy through open doors of imagination, creativity and the wonderment of so many aspects that call to the heart to be fulfilled. Allow time to contemplate and visualize your ideal and connect with your truest hearts energy.

The Cancer Full Moon on Tuesday is accompanied with multiple angles to much of the solar system which increases emotion and multiple realizations about life in the now. We go from memories to visions of the future in the way of a long winter’s night of deep dreaming. This is a day to finish up what you can, especially tidying unresolved emotions and residual elements of the year. What you have held close and that has been meaningful resonates through surfaced memories and realities of where you are in your life today.

Wednesday is ruled by the planet Mercury and Mercury forms two specific angles to Neptune and Mars that is unusual and stirs many thoughts. Mercury square Neptune suggests recognizing boundaries and how you relate to others and life specifically regarding truth and purpose. Someone may have a hidden agenda or there may be ungrounded intentions ranging from simply scattered energy to purposeful deception. Give yourself latitude where you feel unsure or something lacks clarity. Mercury conjunct Mars introduces volatility with a sharp edge. This is not a time to take risks of any nature.

On Thursday Mars square Venus further emphasizes a need to pay attention to others motivations and overtures. Take a modest approach to involvements. This is not the best energy for putting all your eggs in one basket or going all in without a logical plan. It’s a wild card vibration.

Venus sextile Pluto on Friday is helpful to see details and grasp fully motivations happening in interactions socially and very personally. It’s helpful for being creative. Also today Venus moves into Sagittarius that lends latitude for seeing the bigger picture in life and having hopefulness and possibly generating opportunity.

• Monday, December 25, Moon in Gemini
• Tuesday, December 26, Moon in Gemini/Cancer
• Wednesday, December 27, Moon in Cancer
• Thursday, December 28, Moon in Cancer/Leo
• Friday, December 29, Moon in Leo
• Saturday, December 30, Moo in Leo
• Sunday, December 31, Moon in Leo/Virgo

AFFIRMATION

These affirmations are composed based on current celestial placements. As a clinical hypnotherapist I’ve studied writing scripts so the composition is written with the intent to allow connecting with the heavens and expanding awareness to be more in harmony for the highest good. Taking a moment to be still and ideally in a quiet place, or even when going to sleep, the reading or speaking of these may be helpful and benefit your soul journey. Even just seeing it can be beneficial. 

“I create my reality.”

KEY WORDS

See; realize; complete; recognize

CopyrightSandraHelton2024

In-depth daily details are on the Patreon site: https://www.patreon.com/SandraHelton

Astrology Brief for December 18-24, 2023 from Sandra Helton©

Winter Solstice at Stonehenge in England

In addition to the strength and power of the Sun moving into Capricorn that is the Winter Solstice it forms several angles all week making for another week of strong energy. The Sun and Moon square on Tuesday create the Quarter Moon in Pisces and on Sunday the Sun is sextile Saturn that together call for a realignment of responsibilities and long-term obligations and structures.

With Mercury retrograde these solar angles blend to help rethink and possibly rework projects and life choices so that you can manage and maintain for optimal priority. Right away on Monday Mercury trine Jupiter benefits working with all types of realignment including commitments and contracts further strengthened by Mercury sextile Saturn on Thursday. Mercury in retrograde motion along with these angles supports all the reorganization you need or elect to do. Smoothing out and refining are positive choices. In Capricorn the retrograde can slow business or create complexities so it’s good to work with the status quo. Beginning Saturday Mercury moves back into Sagittarius affecting your focus and plans to travel. Double check reservations and anything relating to how you connect to the world at large.

The Moon continues to grow full which peaks on December 26 that is a buoyant energetic ride to keep you going in a positive direction and succeed.

On Thursday Venus opposite Uranus cautions you to be flexible and not over plan or expect too much from others. This affects close relationships and social structures that could experience unsettled circumstances or chaos. This can cause a lack of reliability and surprises.

The Winter Solstice occurs on Thursday specifically when the Sun enters Capricorn at 10:27 PM and is the shortest day and longest night of the year. It’s a marker of the end of one season and beginning of a return to greater light and a new season of growth. Many throughout the world hold celebrations on this day that goes back to ancient times and is recognized in association with Christmas Day on December 25. Many pagan religions hold this day sacred as representative of the male Gods such as Odin in Norway. Millions of people will celebrate Christmas and others closely aligned with the Solstice known as Yule. Most decorations are pre-Christian such as the tree with star atop, holly, mistletoe and lights. It’s an energetic day for the planet.

• Monday, December 18, Moon in Pisces
• Tuesday, December 19, Moon in Pisces/Aries
• Wednesday, December 20, Moon in Aries
• Thursday, December 21, Moon in Aries/Taurus
• Friday, December 22, Moon in Taurus
• Saturday, December 23, Moon in Taurus
• Sunday, December 24, Moon in Taurus/Gemini

Ongoing (archived) transits of note:

Pluto is direct in Capricorn where it is until the end of the year and then moves once again into Aquarius. During these months that is was retrograde in Capricorn there was continual unsettled activity within governments and all aspects of association as well as the same for corporations.

Jupiter Retrograde in Taurus lasts until December 30 offering for many a reprieve plus it gives you an opportunity to reset your financial clocks and plans. As the planet of abundance you may restore and refine the past as it relates to what you hold valuable. This time is nice for delving into your sense of yourself and how you hold to personal worth and self-esteem. Taking time to contemplate the meaning of life as aspirations likely will yield “valuable” results. Globally the world will be in a kind of financial flux that is informative as it relates to the economy, stocks, incomes and all matters of money exchange. What has been progress and growth may need refining or reviewed to remain solvent going forward.

AFFIRMATION

These affirmations are composed based on current celestial placements. As a clinical hypnotherapist I’ve studied writing scripts so the composition is written with the intent to allow connecting with the heavens and expanding awareness to be more in harmony for the highest good. Taking a moment to be still and ideally in a quiet place, or even when going to sleep, the reading or speaking of these may be helpful and benefit your soul journey. Even just seeing it can be beneficial 

“In repose I sense and connect to the great life force unfolding before me.” 

KEY WORDS

Complete; restore; rejoice; peace

CopyrightSandraHelton2023

In-depth daily details are on the Patreon site: https://www.patreon.com/SandraHelton

Mr Monk's Last Case: A Movie

 Enjoyed watching "Mr Monk's Last Case: A Movie about Adrian Monk", a detective and lots of spirit communication with his wife and other spirits. A compassionate film. 

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Happy New Moon in Sagittarius

This made me laugh. A commentary of 2023 as we "look forward" to a new year. I was amused at how many people loves all the pics with those red and white doted mushrooms with no idea about what they are.

Astrology Brief for December 11-17, 2023 from Sandra Helton©

 

The New Moon in Sagittarius and Mercury Retrograde this week sets a good part of the pace for the upcoming year. You can gain and accomplish much toward planning and putting into place ideals and goals.

Mercury sexile Venus on Monday benefits forming harmony and alliances socially and for romance. You can establish positive relationships and expand your network of people and places in a good way. The key is harmony.

On Tuesday the New Moon begins two weeks of building energy during which you can stockpile what you want to have with you as you move into 2024. Ideas, goals and specific restructuring can be like a treasure chest from which to draw.

Mercury Retrograde from Wednesday until January 1, 2024 in Capricorn is a time to review and evaluate how you’ve structured you life including foundations of security, career and where you depend on reliability as an ongoing factor. Dynamics of a retrograde are in effect such as the need to be thorough with communication and travel. Ensure notes, letters and contracts are in good order and that you understand ramifications. Plan extra time when traveling in the event of delays, detours and schedule changes. Basically, cover your bases during this three week cycle. Major beginnings are best planned before or after this.

On Saturday the Sun square Neptune brings in the need to be thorough and cautious. All may not be as it appears, words may not be forthright and there could be hidden agendas, all of which could through you off course and cause problems that will need sorting out. Convolution and confusion are signals that you may want to hold off on commitments or accepting anything at face value.

• Monday, December 11, Moon in Scorpio/Sagittarius
• Tuesday, December 12, Moon in Sagittarius
• Wednesday, December 13, Moon in Sagittarius/Capricorn
• Thursday, December 14, Moon in Capricorn
• Friday, December 15, Moon in Capricorn/Aquarius
• Saturday, December 16, Moon in Aquarius

Sunday, December 17, Moon in Aquarius/Pisces

Ongoing (archived) transits of note:

Pluto is direct in Capricorn where it is until the end of the year and then moves once again into Aquarius. During these months that is was retrograde in Capricorn there was continual unsettled activity within governments and all aspects of association as well as the same for corporations.

Jupiter Retrograde in Taurus lasts until December 30 offering for many a reprieve plus it gives you an opportunity to reset your financial clocks and plans. As the planet of abundance you may restore and refine the past as it relates to what you hold valuable. This time is nice for delving into your sense of yourself and how you hold to personal worth and self-esteem. Taking time to contemplate the meaning of life as aspirations likely will yield “valuable” results. Globally the world will be in a kind of financial flux that is informative as it relates to the economy, stocks, incomes and all matters of money exchange. What has been progress and growth may need refining or reviewed to remain solvent going forward.

AFFIRMATION

These affirmations are composed based on current celestial placements. As a clinical hypnotherapist I’ve studied writing scripts so the composition is written with the intent to allow connecting with the heavens and expanding awareness to be more in harmony for the highest good. Taking a moment to be still and ideally in a quiet place, or even when going to sleep, the reading or speaking of these may be helpful and benefit your soul journey. Even just seeing it can be beneficial. 

“I am clear about my choices and decisions.” 

KEY WORDS

Perspective; observant; methodical

CopyrightSandraHelton2023

In-depth daily details are on the Patreon site: https://www.patreon.com/SandraHelton

Website worth checking, Melanie Challenger

 Melanie Challenger has interesting books and talks about the reality of animals, their beauty and complexities.

https://www.melaniechallenger.com/books/

Astrology Brief for December 4-10, 2023 from Sandra Helton©

 

Mystery and depth of mind are in the forefront of life due to several celestial influences including Venus in Scorpio, Neptune going Direct in Pisces and the waning Quarter Moon. It’s reasonable to ponder your deepest sense of your psyche including desires and your current status in life. Where have you been, where are you going and what you may do in relation to what you want surfaces and occupies much of your time. Contemplation and wondering about the mysteries are life is a natural part of current unfolding rays.  

Venus transits Scorpio on Monday where it resides until December 29 stirs deepest interests and bring forth meaningful feelings. You become acquainted with things you may have forgotten and what you’ve put on the back burner that’s now surfacing. Passions run deep and all social connections hold greater meaning than usual. The days ahead stir all manner of deep thinking that helps to become acquainted with your shadow self and various reasons why you’ve formed certain attractions. This planet placement is also about grasping the inner workings of others and all many of intrigue.

On Tuesday the waning Quarter Moon in Virgo carries you onward during this darker lunar time for a week. Realigning and working on priorities is an ideal process.

Neptune turns Direct in Pisces on Wednesday helps to make sense of the past and anything unknown. Lack of clarity begins to shift that brings answers and helps to solve what has been hidden.

Ongoing (archived) transits of note:

Pluto is direct in Capricorn where it is until the end of the year and then moves once again into Aquarius. During these months that is was retrograde in Capricorn there was continual unsettled activity within governments and all aspects of association as well as the same for corporations.

Jupiter Retrograde in Taurus lasts until December 30 offering for many a reprieve plus it gives you an opportunity to reset your financial clocks and plans. As the planet of abundance you may restore and refine the past as it relates to what you hold valuable. This time is nice for delving into your sense of yourself and how you hold to personal worth and self-esteem. Taking time to contemplate the meaning of life as aspirations likely will yield “valuable” results. Globally the world will be in a kind of financial flux that is informative as it relates to the economy, stocks, incomes and all matters of money exchange. What has been progress and growth may need refining or reviewed to remain solvent going forward.

• Monday, December 4, Moon in Virgo
• Tuesday, December 5, Moon in Virgo
• Wednesday, December 6, Moon in Virgo/Libra
• Thursday, December 7, Moon in Libra
• Friday, December 8, Moon in Libra/Scorpio
• Saturday, December 9, Moon in Scorpio
• Sunday, December 10, Moon in Scorpio

AFFIRMATION

These affirmations are composed based on current celestial placements. As a clinical hypnotherapist I’ve studied writing scripts so the composition is written with the intent to allow connecting with the heavens and expanding awareness to be more in harmony for the highest good. Taking a moment to be still and ideally in a quiet place, or even when going to sleep, the reading or speaking of these may be helpful and benefit your soul journey. Even just seeing it can be beneficial. 

My deepest desires and intentions form ideals for the future.” 

KEY WORDS

Reveal; recognize; unearth; desire

CopyrightSandraHelton2023

In-depth daily details are on the Patreon site: https://www.patreon.com/SandraHelton