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Astrology for Healing and Transformation with Katie Sweetman
We’ve got a lot of things going on this week! Saturn turns direct, marking the last stage in a story that began in 2018. Mars squares Saturn on an Aries Full Moon and we’re at a crossroads, making serious decisions and having the courage to move forward.
Coming off the Virgo New Moon, we’re still in its energies of renewal and refocus, especially on all matters of health and wellness, work and craft. But the Moon’s now in Libra, highlighting relationships and connection as we go into the weekend.
Mars turns retrograde in Aries, a sign that it will wind its way back through until November 13. During this two month period, we’re taking a second look at how we take action, use our power, and exercise courage. Something will need to be reworked.
This week the story starts to change as Mars, the planet of action, drive, and forward movement, turns retrograde on September 9. As with all retrogrades, we can’t quite do things the way we would normally. We have to do our Mars differently.
Aries Moon takes us into the weekend. We want to rush forward, take action, get things done. Between the recent full moon and the Aries Moon picking up on some tense astrology, we may be feeling strong emotions into Saturday. Gives this a positive outlet.
The great celestial gears shift again this week. Mars, after making its way past Jupiter and Pluto, makes a square to Saturn in Capricorn. This is high pressure astrology. We have to take responsibility, set boundaries, and find accountability.
We’re in the dark of the moon. Although it’s the start of the week, a time when we typically make plans and get things organized, we may find that we’re winding down instead of starting up. What have we learned since the July 20 Cancer New Moon?
Mars in Aries begins to move past Pluto and some of its intensity begins to subside. We may be still be examining deep themes around power and control as well as the courage to take action. That said, we’re revisiting these themes into the end of the year.
The Moon moves into Gemini and we’re on the move. It’s a day to explore, chat, message, and discover new things. With the Mercury in Leo, we have lots to say, too. We may also need to reach out to a friend, network, or connect with community.
Another Moon in Taurus day, another day to focus on our material lives. How do we gather what we need to feel safe and secure? With Venus in Cancer, we’re gathering things for the home, making a nostalgic mean, or getting cozy.
Mars continues its series of squares to a trio of planets in Capricorn — Jupiter, Pluto, and Saturn. This week this Mars fire has to negotiate the realities of Capricorn, from rules and boundaries to the need to create balance, especially if something is not working.
An Aries Moon takes us into the weekend and we’re on the go, we’re taking action, and moving forward. Paired with the fire of the Leo Sun, it’s a day to explore themes of faith, truth, and meaning. It’s also a day to look outwardly and discover the world.