Every month the universe offers us a new moon as a way of getting in sync with the natural cycles in our world. Like a surfer who knows when to catch a wave in order to ride its crest, the new moon is a signal that the time is ripe for action and for increasing our chances for optimal results.
Astrologically these new moons can be seen as an invitation for making plans to use the lunar energy for your benefit. This month the new moon will also be a solar eclipse- an extra powerful new moon that acts like an invitation you can’t refuse. A regular new moon is like mom setting out dinner. A new moon eclipse is like an Italian mother who grabs your plate and says “Mange’! – EAT!”
The new moon occurs on January 26th, 2009 at 2:55 am (EST) at 6 degrees and 30 minutes of Aquarius. The constellation of Aquarius is the water- bearer, however Aquarius is not a water sign but an air sign. What he’s pouring out of his jug is the collective consciousness on mankind- for Aquarius is the sign who perceives, embraces, and shares the progressive ideas that move group consciousness into the future. The basic message of this month is to engage in group activities, unite with people who share your ideals, and come up with original and inventive solutions to your problems. With President Obama in the White House we will see these themes played out on the national stage and in the news.
Download the PDF new moon chart: january-newmoon-2009
Looking at the chart for the new moon we also see a few other noteworthy items. First, Jupiter snuggles right up to this new moon, adding a sense of humor, optimism, and opportunity. On the collective level the new administration has certainly infused our country with a new sense of hope for the future. On an individual level use this expansive energy to dream big but be careful not to be too greedy or make promises you can’t keep.
Secondly, Mercury is retrograde in Capricorn. It’s time to re-examine (Mercury retrograde) our lives, particularly how we’re using our resources (Capricorn is concerned with the responsible use of resources). What will we need to reach the mountain top? By being clear about how we’ve been using our time and energy we can make small shifts that will result in major gains.
And lastly, the Saturn-Uranus stand-off continues forming another exact opposition on February 5th (the second of five) at 20 degrees of Virgo/Pisces, respectively. The last exact opposition occurred on November 4, 2008. Ring a bell? Convention and Form (Saturn) versus Progress and Potential (Uranus). Progress won on that day and it’s even more likely to win this time with Venus joining up with Uranus in the sign of Pisces where she is exalted.
Pisces is the sign where Venus’s ability to relate, harmonize, and sympathize is transformed into compassion, unconditional love, and empathy in watery Pisces. This bodes well for Uranus, the maverick of the astrology, by imbuing him with a heart-felt sense of love for the humanity he’s desperately trying to inspire.
You can take advantage of this energy by asking yourself how you can demonstrate a more sympathetic attitude towards your fellow humans. Choose to act altruistically and you will reap the benefits both on a soul level and on the material plane.
If you know your chart find 6 degrees of Aquarius and make plans to do the kinds of things that will best utilize the available energies. For example, if you have 6 Aquarius in your second house then try finding original ways to increase your income, developing more tolerant and inclusive values, or sharing your resources with a group or social network that appeals to your heart.
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If this new moon eclipse is hitting a sensitive part of your chart and you’d like to explore it more deeply then contact me for a personal consultation. And remember that each Wednesday night prior to the new moon I’m holding a new moon workshop at Shin Wellness.
