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Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate, our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us.
We ask ourselves, who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous,
talented and fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a
child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world.
There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us.
It is not just in some of us; it is in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.
From:
A Return To Love: Reflections on the Principles of A Course in Miracles
Chapter 7, Section 3
by Marianne Williamson
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May 2008 Horoscope
Lunations - Trends for All Signs
NEW MOON occurs on May 5, 2008 at 08:18 AM
This New Moon is kissing the Sun in Taurus with a wide orb square to Chiron, the wounded healer, in Aquarius. This is a perfect opportunity to pair up with someone and do something wonderful for your physical, emotional or spiritual health! A beautiful Grand Trine in Earth leaps from this lunation chart! Who can argue when Venus (the planet of love), Saturn (the great teacher and planet of commitment) and Pluto (the planet of power, rebirth and transformation) are all in agreement!! New beginnings take on form and have staying power now! The Nodes dance with Chiron and Neptune on the Aquarian/Leo polarity! It is difficult to heal the heart with the head - we must draw upon a Higher Power!
FULL MOON occurs on May 19, 2008 at 10:11 PM
Amazingly enough, this year we are experiencing two Full Moons in Scorpio! Last month, it occurred in the first degree; this month in the last! The Lights are in a T-square to Saturn in Virgo in the Full Moon lunation chart indicating there is a desire to bring projects to completion with an aliquot of perfection! Saturn is still in trine to Pluto, retrograde in Capricorn, implying that some lose threads of contract or agreement may return to haunt us. Neptune, the Dragon's Head and Chiron are all in trine to Mercury in Gemini but square to both Venus and the Sun in Taurus! Ideas are rampant - and everyone indicates they have a cure or solution but its practical manifestation will still be elusive!
Mercury Retrograde Alert!
Mercury retrogrades in Gemini on May 26, 2008 at 11:48AM does not station direct until June 19th at 10:31AM. Mercury remains in its shadow until July 4, 2008. This retrograde is a double whammy! Mercury rules Gemini and although communications are always confusing, this one is magnified by it placement in Gemini. Mercury retrogrades once each season but has not retrograded in Gemini since May of 2002. Expect exaggerated concepts, duplicate billing and having to repeat or re-do many projects. Expect the need to repeat or explain yourself to nearly everyone! Take a deep breath!
Jupiter Retrograde Alert
Jupiter, the largest planet, stations retrograde in Capricorn on May 9, 2008 at 08:11AM and does not station direct until September 9th at 00:16AM! It remains in its shadow until November 27, 2008. Corporate affairs and political posturing seem to be reeling backward rather than moving forward. Progress economically will slow down even more. The power is in sound judgment and a conservative approach with resources on all levels. Even as a country, we may halt an increase in debt - but not be able to make much progress in paying off old debt. Pace your generosity but DO honor your commitments in this cycle.
Saturn Stations Direct in Virgo!
On December 19th at 9:11 AM, Saturn retrograded in the sign of Virgo and this May 4, 2008, it stations direct. It still remains in its shadow until August 8th! Saturn offers form to our thoughts and a clearer comprehension of possible solutions and a way to perfect certain systems that can readily manifest as it moves out of its retrograde status. However, Saturn is in trine to Pluto in Capricorn which is still retrograde. Official implementation of these solutions will be in delay by the powers that be. For instance, cures can be found but not approved by the FDA; Treaties can be agreed upon but fail to come to fruition by stronger agendas in rising World powers.
Neptune Retrograde Alert
Aquarian Neptune stations retrograde on May 26th at 12:15PM and remains so until November 1, 2008. It will be in its shadow until February 21, 2009! Neptune, the planet of dreams, imagination, faith, idealism and deception has been positioned in the progressive sign of Aquarius since late January of 1998. We have seen much that has revolutionized technology as well as a growing knowledge that we can be co-creators of our future. It retrogrades each year for a few months which gives us an opportunity to separate true innovation from intellectual illusion. Those with strong Aquarian or Pisces planets often feel they were born in the wrong time period in this cycle. It may, however, be an excellent time to reclaim peace, create new ways to help our fellow inhabitants on this planet as well to fine tune our technology for the masses!
Pluto Retrograde in Capricorn Alert!
On April 2, 2008 at 0523 AM, Pluto, still early in Capricorn stationed retrograde. It remains so until September 8, 2008 at 11.14 PM! This once planet, now dwarf, will ride the Sagittarian/Capricorn cusp all year! We have felt the shift over the past few months and its retrograde motion shows that we need this precious time to adjust. We have gone from global expansion to global occupation. The shift has been unnerving to many! Pluto's entrance into Capricorn was magnified and dramatized by our largest planet, Jupiter, as it entered Capricorn late last December. Jupiter tours a sign once every twelve years and magnifies the influence of those planets that share that sign! The sign of Capricorn is conservative but initiating. It rules, government, the military, institutions and corporations. Its essence is forbearing and maintaining.
(Note: If you know your Rising Sign or Moon Sign, read that section, too!)
ARIES MAR 20 - APR 20
This New Moon your ruler is still in Cancer, in its Fall and by wide orb opposing Jupiter in Capricorn. Hold on because in just a few more days, the feeling of restriction surrounding time and energy in your life will be lifting!!! At Full Moon, your ruler has moved on into Leo and is technically in trine to the Scorpio Moon in its last degree! You dig deep and raise positive intentions and implement more courage in your actions now. Follow your heart and your passions now! Radiate warmth! It has been a long wait! Rise and roar!
TAURUS APR 20 - MAY 21
Many Happy Solar Returns, Taurus! This is your month! Your ruler, Venus, is in Taurus this New Moon and in a Grand trine with Saturn in Virgo and Pluto in Capricorn! The spirit of cooperation is astounding in your life just now! Thoughtful gifts and words that honor you are in evidence! At Full Moon, Venus is conjunct the Sun but in a T-square with the Dragon! It may be hard to know if you are coming or going! Miracles and tragedies seem to occur almost simultaneously! Keep the faith and do what can be done!
GEMINI MAY 21 - JUN 21
This New Moon, your ruler, Mercury is in Gemini and in square to Saturn in Virgo! Whether you are the person in authority - or someone else is - much discussion and a difference in opinion of the practical execution of your goals is seen. At Full Moon, the tension lifts and your ideas are considered brilliant! Expect at least one person to have a bit of an attitude. Security issues in the workplace hinder progress. Remember, you cannot please everyone! Technology compliments your goals! Be pleased with your own progress!
CANCER JUN 21 - JUL 22
Your ruler, the Moon is kissing the sun in Taurus and by wide orb in square to Chiron in Aquarius. Because the Moon is exalted in Taurus, you may look to practical methods to deal with your aptitudes and resources. Simple acceptance of those circumstances you cannot change will serve you in this cycle. The Full Moon is in the last degree of Scorpio, heightening your protective instincts but also fueling your frustrations! It's T-square to Saturn in early Virgo and Neptune in Aquarius calls you take practical steps to realize your dreams for the future.
LEO JUL 22 - AUG 23
This New Moon, your ruler, the Sun, is kissing the Moon in Taurus and in square to Chiron in Aquarius. You may find yourself more than a little bit interested in alternative medicine and positive thinking. Although this is an Earthy cycle for you, discipline can be established by pure will. At Full Moon, your ruler is in the last degree of Taurus, on the Gemini cusp. Too many teachers, healers and helpers can cause you frustration and confusion. Take tasks one by one to keep your sanity in this cycle! Lower your expectations of others as well!
VIRGO AUG 23 - SEP 23
Your ruler, Mercury, is in Gemini and in square to Saturn in your sign this New Moon! This is the perfect time to embrace your own teaching and realize that what you have embraced to help others - will now help you! At Full Moon, your ruler is later in Gemini and forming a beautiful trine to Chiron, Neptune and the Dragon's Head in Aquarius! You leap from being informative to being profound! Entertain the crowd that is open to your ideas. With Uranus in Pisces in square to your ruler, those closest to you are less receptive. Be ready!
LIBRA SEP 23 - OCT 23
This New Moon, your ruler, Venus, is in Taurus and in trine to both Pluto in Capricorn and Saturn in Virgo! Love is rewarding in practical ways in the real World for a change! Help and support just materializes!! At Full Moon, your ruler is later in Taurus conjunct the Sun and in a T-square with the Dragon! Let love rule! Yes! Just let love rule and call the Dragon to retreat! All who are involved must embrace constructive progress on relationship issues. Assume no limitations; embrace the Spirit of compromise and forgiveness!
SCORPIO OCT 23 - NOV 22
Pluto, one of your ruling Planets is in Capricorn and in trine to Saturn in Virgo all month! This is a very constructive time to accomplish tasks as well as get a great image of the larger picture. At New Moon, your other ruler, Mars, is in late Cancer in its Fall. Cooperation from others and motivating ideas are mere days away. Hang in there! Venus is in trine to Pluto in this cycle so love eases in to support you! At Full Moon, Mars has moved into Leo- heralding braver times and the ability to but courage and heart toward new goals.
 SAGITTARIUS NOV 22 - DEC 21
Your ruler, Jupiter, is in Capricorn all month! At New Moon, Jupiter is in opposition to Mars in late Cancer in its Fall. This is a time to be conservative and go with what makes you feel secure in every aspect of your life. At Full Moon, Jupiter is now retrograde and forming an inconjunct to both Mercury in Gemini and the Dragon's Tail in Leo. Weigh your words and guard your heart in this cycle. Playing your cards close to your chest and listening more to others brings forth the best opportunities. Past losses may haunt you now!
CAPRICORN DEC 21 - JAN 20
Your ruler, Saturn, is in early Virgo all month and in trine to Pluto retrograde in your sign! At New Moon, you will feel supported by those who love you for who you really are! Old business takes more time to resolve, Pace yourself. At Full Moon, Your ruler is in a T-square with the Lights. You can be deadlocked about resolving business and family issues. In the end, you will be the one to yield in this cycle for best far reaching results. Because of your ruler's sustained trine to Pluto in Capricorn, time will prove to be on your side.
AQUARIUS JAN 20 - FEB 19
Your ruler, Uranus, is in Pisces all month inspiring you to blend your intellect with your creative power. At New Moon, Uranus is sextile to Jupiter in Capricorn encouraging you to work on objects or project that will stand the test of time. At Full Moon, your ruler is sustaining this sextile but in square to Mercury in Gemini! Beware of two many fingers in the pot of your stew! Confusion with siblings, neighbors and coworkers is seen. To top it off, Mercury is due to retrograde! Although you cannot "unsay" remarks, you can regroup to some point of harmony.
PISCES FEB 19 - MAR 20
Your ruler, Neptune, is in Aquarius all month! At New Moon, you may just decide to invite an Aquarius to a healthy lunch or a yoga class! Neptune is conjunct Chiron and The Dragon's Head all month helping you to think clearer and do what is right for yourself as well as others. At Full Moon, Your ruler is in square to both Venus and the Sun kissing in Taurus. You will see much resistance around you if you decide to make some progressive changes in your life. Share your joy with a kindred soul as Neptune trines Mercury in Gemini! Enjoy!
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