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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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August 2008 Horoscope
Lunations - Trends for All Signs
ECLIPSES
SOLAR ECLIPSE occurs on August 1, 2008 at 06:12 AM EDT (New Moon)
This Solar Eclipse features the Lights, Mercury, Venus and the Dragon's Tail in Leo in opposition to Neptune, Chiron and, of course, the Dragon's Head in Aquarius! The balance of heart and head in this cycle is the imperative! Mars in Virgo is in trine to retrograde Jupiter in Capricorn reflecting the conservative changes we are embracing in the workforce and in the economy at large. Venus in Leo is in trine to retrograde Pluto in Sagittarius and quincunx Uranus in Pisces - also retrograde. Let your heart decide the measure of forgiveness you impart and receive. The spiritual growth in this cycle when ego is laid down can be phenomenal!
LUNAR ECLIPSE occurs on August 16, 2008 at 05:16 PM EDT (Full Moon)
The Full Moon is kissing both Neptune and Chiron, retrograde, in Aquarius at the time of the Eclipse. The Sun stands alone in Leo opposing the Aquarian conjunction. All of the Sun's companions earlier this month have moved on into Virgo. The emphasis of this Eclipse is on observation - mot just with the mind in analysis but with the heart for truth. I liken it to watching a movie with an intricate plot unfolding slowly. Saturn, Mercury and Venus form a beautiful trillium in Virgo and trine retrograde Jupiter in Capricorn. All organizations and financial institutions undergo close scrutiny and re-organization. Security - especially in the electronic arena - is tightened up! Retrograde Pluto in Sagittarius is in a T-square with Virgoan Mars and retrograde Piscean Uranus. Climate extremes persist Worldwide!
PLANETARY ALERTS!
Jupiter Retrograde Alert!
Jupiter, the largest planet, stationed 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.
Uranus Retrograde Alert!
Uranus stationed retrograde in Pisces on June 26th at 08:01 PM and will not station direct until November 27th at 11:08 AM! Expect a flashback to the 1920's in this cycle. Highs and lows financially; conservatism versus debauchery; great hope and profound despair. This is the cycle of the unexpected. Unexpected disasters as well as phenomenal miracles will occur in our World. Reflection, meditation and even extraordinary archeological finds can bring us to a greater understanding of the Human race at large. Erratic weather changes and movements in both the wind and water will continue but be reminiscent of storms from the past. Great literary works and symphonies may birth in this cycle!
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
Upon the Solar Eclipse, your ruler, Mars, is in Virgo opposing retrograde Uranus in Pisces and in trine to Jupiter retrograde in Capricorn. Create plans for the future with little thought to those who criticize your goals or methods. The fire of the Leo conjunction will keep you creative and motivated. At the Lunar Eclipse, your ruler is in T-square to retrograde Pluto in Sagittarius and retrograde Uranus in Pisces. The larger picture comes into view regarding the economy as well as the political flavor of this election year. Traveling out of the country can prove to be disarming and disruptive! Communicate electronically!
TAURUS APR 20 - MAY 21
Your ruler, Venus, is in Leo and in trine to retrograde Pluto in Sagittarius while opposing retrograde Neptune in Aquarius at the Solar Eclipse! This is a time to share some of the adventures of your life with others. Speak of courage and optimism in the face of change. With you there is a moral in every story. At the Lunar Eclipse, your ruler has moved on into Virgo and is conjunct both Mercury and Saturn as it trines retrograde Jupiter in Capricorn. This is an excellent time to be the mentor and lead in organizing constructive change in the World around you. Facts and examples to back you up come easy now! Enjoy!
GEMINI MAY 21 - JUN 21
This Solar Eclipse, your ruler, Mercury, is very close to the Lights in Leo and in opposition to retrograde Chiron in Aquarius. How does one heal the heart? With great inner truth! It is easy for you to see the dynamics of human interaction and the true image of motivations and limitations - even those long past. At the Lunar Eclipse, your ruler has moved into Virgo and is accompanied by Saturn and Venus as it trines retrograde Jupiter in Capricorn. Experts and friends help you to create success as this next month unfolds. Take notes, make lists and teach all that you have learned. You easily develop the potential of loved ones now!
CANCER JUN 21 - JUL 22
Your ruler, the Moon, this month, loses its manifest reflection and must rise to the Greater Source to see and feel beyond the veil. At the Solar Eclipse, you will understand the deep mystery of those life forms that exist in the depths of the sea and the inner recesses of caverns. Even in the darkness, our hearts beat to the rhythm of Eternity. At the Lunar Eclipse, your ruler opposes the Sun in Leo and is conjunct retrograde Neptune in Aquarius. Spontaneous ideas and imagination about to birth new ideals and ideas are but a breath away. Faith emerges strong from the darkness of the Lunar Eclipse. Be invincible in the rhythm of your destiny!
LEO JUL 22 - AUG 23
Many Happy Solar Returns, Leo! This is your month! At the Solar Eclipse, you have a parade of companions as you disappear from view! Have the concerns of Earth taken you away from those you love and the ideals you once embraced? Well, now is the time to re-assert your energy into the mission! If you meditate and lose yourself in the timeless seldom - do it now! At the Lunar Eclipse, your ruler stands alone in your sign high in the Heavens. Perhaps you have forgotten more than you now know. It is a time remembrance on the soul level where language fails in the Light of realization. Embrace solitary peace.
VIRGO AUG 23 - SEP 23
At the Solar Eclipse, your ruler, Mercury is traveling close to the Lights in Leo and opposes retrograde Chiron in Aquarius! Heal who? Heal you! Both Mars and Saturn are in your sign! The analysis of this cycle is astounding for you! Unexpected turns of fate and fortune can now become old friends. At the Lunar Eclipse, your ruler has moved into your sign and is kissing both Saturn and Venus. Knowledge and love can be brought forth in the same package! Retrograde Jupiter in Capricorn forms a trine to Mercury helping you to redefine your goals and seek new ways to express your gifts. Dance to the rhythm of possibilities!
LIBRA SEP 23 - OCT 23
This Solar Eclipse is loaded with oppositions and a desire to create balance which is your forte! Your ruler, Venus is in opposition to retrograde Neptune, Chiron and the Dragon's Head in Aquarius at this lunation! The ideals of your youth and innocence will need to be re-worked for your best result. Your ruler is in trine to Pluto retrograde in Sagittarius, indicating that your philosophy will need to grow with the knowledge you have claimed over time. At the Lunar Eclipse, your ruler is in Virgo and analysis can bring awesome results as it is traveling in the company of Saturn and Venus. Redefine love. Redefine commitment.
SCORPIO OCT 23 - NOV 22
Upon the Solar Eclipse, one of your rulers, Mars is in Virgo and in trine to Jupiter retrograde in Capricorn. Re-work your strategy and energy flow in business over this next month! Your other ruler, Pluto, is retrograde in Sagittarius and in trine to Venus in Leo! Art and the execution of dramatic change can alter your success pattern to the positive! Go for it! At the Lunar Eclipse, one of your rulers, Mars, is in a mutable T-square with your other ruler, Pluto, retrograde in Sagittarius and Uranus retrograde in Pisces! Expect to fine tune your work, edit and upgrade! Repeat business and former associates serve you well - as you do them! Ride the wave!
 SAGITTARIUS NOV 22 - DEC 21
Your ruler, Jupiter, is retrograde in Capricorn all month! At the Solar Eclipse, it is trine to both Mars and Saturn in Virgo! This is an excellent time to rewrite your job description or reorganize your own business. This is a time to embrace the drawing board to move forward next month with all your ideas! At the Lunar Eclipse, your ruler is in trine to a trillium with Saturn, Mercury and Venus! You can impress the tenured as well as the fresh and enthusiastic in career and professional associations! Being part of a team that is reasonable, progressive and organized is seen mid-September. Interview now!
CAPRICORN DEC 21 - JAN 20
Your ruler, Saturn, is in Virgo at the Solar Eclipse and in trine to Jupiter retrograde in your sign! Re-write your ticket to excellence And strategize! Mars has already moved past your ruler in the Heavens showing that you have taken some appropriate action and have shown your motivation to others! At the Lunar Eclipse, your ruler is in the excellent company of both Mercury and Venus. Love what you do, how you think and those that promote your goals! Jupiter retrograde in your sign smiles on you all month! You could wait for your ship to come in - but a well executed launch mid-September is best!
AQUARIUS JAN 20 - FEB 19
Your ruler, Uranus, is retrograde all month in Pisces and in square to Pluto in Sagittarius, also retrograde! Two steps forward, three steps back! Do the dance - expect little applause just yet! Several retrograde placements in Aquarius oppose the Solar Eclipse calling you to put more light and intention toward your goals. Re-determine what is conceptual and that which is practical. At the Lunar Eclipse, others take an interest in your innovative philosophy and vision for the future. Creating a think tank is the best aspected approach. The ponderous planets that are retrograde are many. Wait for a launch until December!
PISCES FEB 19 - MAR 20
Your ruler, Neptune, is retrograding in Aquarius all month! Upon the Solar Eclipse, your ruler is in opposition to both Venus and the Dragon's Tail! It is time for you to be more realistic about love and appreciation. This is not a time to lament the past - but rather to make adaptations for the future. At the Lunar Eclipse, your ruler is embracing the Moon, Chiron and the Dragon's Head in Aquarius in opposition to the Sun in Leo! It is a time to dispel illusions and re-assert ideals that complement you in your relationships with others and in the missions that are calling you! Marry your ideals a bit more to realism! Bring out the best!
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