Recently my husband and I watched one of those movies that open your mind and affect you deeply. I was struck at one point over how differently we viewed things. This movie was about a shadow figure. This man had been designated as a scapegoat for an entire community. He looked and acted the part. There came a point in the movie where things shifted and the collective shadow was thrown onto a young girl. It was striking because there were some strong male characters in this movie, and … [Read more...]
Big Fat Kiss For Gemini (And Maybe You As Well)
You know those periods where things just seem to go your way? It's like you have an angel on your shoulder or some kind of protection. You hit a lucky streak and you know it. Venus, Mercury and Jupiter will be conjunct in the late degrees of Gemini for the rest of the month. When the two benefic planets (Venus and Jupiter) conjoin, there are kisses out there, just waiting to land on the cheeks of some of us. People with planets in the late degrees of Gemini will have good … [Read more...]
Lunar Eclipse In Sagittarius: Tall Tales And Happy Endings
People associate eclipses with calamity for some reason. This makes them nervous. In reality, each eclipse has a unique flavor. It makes sense to consider what you're dealing with before you go diving under the bed until the eclipse has passed. Have you see the movie, Big Fish? It's about a man who tells tall tales. What's distinct about this man and his stories is that all his stories end well. My friend and colleague, satori, likes to say, "If a story hasn't ended well, it's … [Read more...]
Master Class, Finding Love With Astrology, Elsa P.
How To Shed A Mindset That Prevents You From Finding Love I have a friend whose son is in his early twenties. He's been hexed on the love front. Every woman he's ever been involved with has treated him in a crummy way. Though he is smart and looks like a model, he treats women so well that they figure something is wrong with him. He's spent his life proving the axiom that "nice guys finish last." You'd expect this man to develop a bad mindset about relationships. You'd expect him … [Read more...]
“Gravel in your guts, and spit in your eye…”, Elsa P.
The stellium in Aries (Mars) is in full effect now, squared by Pluto in Capricorn (Saturn), and aspected by Saturn in Scorpio (Mars). Anyway you turn it, we're looking at a Mars / Saturn combination, which known to be CRUEL. This scares people, but in reality, energy is neutral until directed. I explained this here: "Gravel in your guts, and spit in your eye..." To elaborate, an Olympic athlete's training is rigorous and punishing. They endure it voluntarily and it's only sports where … [Read more...]
Elsa P., Stellium in Pisces, Full Moon in Virgo, Mercury Retrograde
This is a freaky week ... There are three main things to try to understand: Stellium in Pisces Full Moon in Virgo Mercury Retrograde The stellium in Pisces cannot be denied. 'The Sun, Mercury, Mars, Chiron and Neptune are all in Pisces. Venus will join them in the sign on Monday. Look for people to be inspired, transcendent, delusional, disappearing, tricky, self-undoing, undermining (or undermined), self-sacrificing and everything else you can think of that's associated … [Read more...]
Elsa P – Almsgiving, Stellium in Pisces and Saturn Retrograde
This week is dominated by Jupiter in Gemini squaring a large stellium in Pisces. Keywords for this energy include grace, transcendence, forgiveness, bliss and benevolence. I think it's cool this period coincides with the Lenten season, where people are encouraged to give alms. It's a wonderful time to share your gifts with others.You can't go wrong by giving generously (Jupiter) over the next several weeks. Outside of that, all planets remain direct this week until Sunday when Saturn in … [Read more...]
Elsa P: January 31, 2013 – All Planets Direct! FOG!
This is a strange week! All planets are direct now and will stay the way through February 17th. You can take this to mean you're going to move forward now. Some will crawl ahead reluctantly. Others will hurtle ahead, happily or maybe stupidly as the case may be. One way or other, it's all systems GO this week...GO into the fog that is. I think this is quite funny in a cosmic joke way. We won't be moving backwards with all the planets in direction motion, but as the week passes, … [Read more...]
Elsa P: Full Moon in Leo, Change In The Storyline (Around The World)
The Moon takes a bumpy ride through Cancer for the rest of the work week. Emotions will be disturbed as she's challenged by Uranus in Aries and Pluto and Venus in Capricorn. The Moon does catch support from Saturn in Scorpio, but don't be surprised if fears around safety and security come up from the depths at this time. The weekend will be dominated by the full moon in Leo. Leo is a creative sign that loves drama, but the Moon will be held in check by Saturn in Scorpio and stared at by … [Read more...]
Elsa P: January 17, 2013 – Becoming Cheerful
The Stellium in Capricorn that has dominated the last couple of weeks will break up as we head into the weekend. You can expect things and people to 'lighten up'. :) Note that while Mercury and the Sun will leave Capricorn for Aquarius by Saturday, both signs are Saturn ruled. This means Saturn in Scorpio themes will continue to be emphasized. In short, you can be called out publicly for what you do privately and this goes for good or ill. You may also be called out by your … [Read more...]
Elsa P: January 10, 2013 – Ex-Lovers, Avoiding Taking Foolish Leap of Faith
We kick off the week with the Sun, Moon, Venus, Mercury and Pluto in Capricorn, heading towards an important new moon on Friday. You'll most definitely want to set an intention at this time. Check the Transit Watch for concise guidance. The Moon moves into Aquarius for the weekend while Venus squares Uranus. This will lighten things up some. You should be able to detach and take some space. However, there will continue to be a large stellium in Capricorn all week, so Take Action to meet … [Read more...]
Elsa P: January 3, 2013 – Heat, Pressure and Self Control
Thursday is tense! Mercury, in the cautious sign of Capricorn, squares Uranus in Aries which is given to impulsive or even reckless action. You may get unexpected (Uranus) news (Mercury) that burdens (Capricorn) you, or you may deliver such news. Mercury-ruled Gemini and Virgo are liable to be agitated. See Transit Watch for more info. By Thursday evening, the Moon gets involved with Mercury and Uranus, as well as Pluto. Expect emotional upheaval and communication may be heated or … [Read more...]
Elsa P, December 13, 2012 – Jump Start, Big Mouths, People Higher Than You!
Thursday morning starts out with a bang! Expect to be infused by the energy of the new moon in Sagittarius and Uranus turning direct. These combined energies will jump start a lot of people and you may as well be one of them. It's an excellent time to start something new. Friday is interesting. The Moon in Capricorn conjuncts Pluto. While there is nothing comfortable about that, it catches support from Saturn in Scorpio and enjoys a kiss from Jupiter as well. This suggests anyone who … [Read more...]
Elsa P: November 22, 2012 – Lunar Eclipse In Gemini, Mercury Direct, Focus, Dedication and the Wild Card
Happy Thanksgiving! There are four things to keep an eye on this week: the lunar eclipse in Gemini, Mercury's turning direct, Venus conjunct Saturn, and Mars conjunct with Pluto and squaring Uranus. I'll take these one at a time. 1. Mercury turns direct on Monday. If you're waiting to buy or order or sign something, you'll be clear by the time Monday evening rolls around. There is nothing more that needs to be said. This is very straightforward. 2. Venus conjunct … [Read more...]
Elsa P, November 15 – Navigating A Tricky, Demanding Week
Thursday is a quirky day of opportunity. Mars and the Moon are in Sagittarius, with Jupiter involved. This will incline people to take risks, with higher than usual odds they land on their feet. Simultaneously, Uranus in Aries is inconjunct Saturn in Scorpio impelling people to free themselves from psychological burden. These energies combined will embolden people to push forward. Friday, the Moon enters Capricorn. Some will land hard, but most will find the fortitude to stay their course, … [Read more...]