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June 6-November 7: Attune Your Energy. Uranus goes retrograde at 2 degrees Pisces on June 6 and won’t go direct again until November 7. Uranus’ retrogradation lasts for about five months and is a time to deepen our attunement to the subtle and not so subtle energy that is constantly flowing through our bodies. Uranus speaks, in particular, of electromagnetic energy, which in different traditions is described as prana, chi, ki, kundalini, shakti or life-force. Now that Uranus has finished its transit through of the sign Aquarius (March 2003) we are being awakened to the realization that we are truly energetic beings who are constantly enveloped by a universal energy field that is always available to us. Our job during Uranus retrograde in Pisces is to see how willing we are to surrender to this energy. What is being asked of us during this next five months is to gradually dissolve the blocks that prevent universal energy from running in our bodies. Wherever there is resistance to increased energy, there is tension. This can manifest as excess nervous energy, impatience, irritability, anxiety or muscular tension. One of the best methods to deal with these symptoms is to notice where the holding is and then to begin releasing the tension through breathing practices, meditation and bodywork. Breathing, meditation and bodywork all help open up the body so it can surrender to the increased energy without resistance. June 9-July 4: Expand Your Heart. This is a time of expanding your heart connections with others, of making connections to those networks of friends and family that haven’t heard from you in a while. The challenge is to not let your head rule your heart. If you’ve wanted to connect with someone but have been concerned about what they will think or how silly and vulnerable you might look, then this is a great time to just let your heart do the talking! One of the ways of opening the heart chakra is to allow your feelings to originate directly in the heart, to be able to freely respond in the moment without censuring with the mind. It’s amazing the number of stories I’ve heard about familial relationships that have been greatly enhanced through the advent of email (a Gemini-like function)! Parents who hardly ever hear from their children now get instant responses to their communications because of the ease and user-friendliness of electronic communication. The bottom line this month is to link-up with others. It’s a great time to take a class or catch up on your email or correspondence. It’s also a great time to share with loved ones that article, book or information that you feel would help them in their efforts to achieve greater growth and understanding in their lives. June 13-15: Stimulate Your Mind. Mercury in Gemini is in a challenging relationship with Uranus in Pisces June 13-15. Mercury/Uranus transits stimulate the concrete mind with intuitive information that is being downloaded from higher mind. This is a great time for brainstorming new possibilities, as your mind will be much more receptive and open to this realm of perception. June 14: Heighten Your Idealism. The moon is full in Sagittarius today. The full moon in Sagittarius brings a sense of renewed enthusiasm and spirited adventure. With the full moon in Sagittarius, the focus this month is on emotional self-expression, heightened idealism, and nurturing ourselves by embracing our spiritual quests. With the moon in Sagittarius, you have an opportunity to learn what nurtures you spiritually. Moving beyond the love of spiritual knowledge (books, classes, workshops), the moon in Sagittarius invites you to move into your own wisdom by practicing and experiencing the presence of spirit in your life. The challenge this month is to tune into your natural optimism, awe and trust that there is indeed a larger, more inclusive reality that is guiding you. The full moon in Sagittarius is asking you to take whatever steps are necessary to be more fully nurtured and inspired by higher Self. June 16: December 16: Surrender Control. The question with Mars in Pisces is: how are we using our power? The opportunity, both personally and collectively, is to see that "our" power is not really our own but a reflection of a collective power that flows through us. The challenge of Mars in Pisces is one of surrender and letting go of the illusion of control. Globally, we could see some military flare-ups as we let go of domination and surrender individual control for the benefit of all. With Mars in Pisces, there is a focus on surrendering your personal will and with it the illusion of being in control. Mars in Pisces asks you to open yourself up to be guided by spirit. Someone gave me a pad of Post-It’s a while back that sums this theme up perfectly: "If you want to make God laugh, make plans." With Mars in Pisces, the challenge is to "let go and let God." In other words, by surrendering your need to be in control of the outcome of your efforts, you open the possibility of spirit co-creating with you. By doing so you are acknowledging that you are not alone or separate from divine will. June 19-21: Serve the Collective. Just after Venus moves into Gemini it will move into a positive configuration with Neptune in Aquarius. Venus/Neptune asks us to balance our personal desires with our impulse to serve the collective. Use this transit to open your heart and to discover how you can put your compassion and unconditional love for others into action June 21: Nurture Yourself . The sun moves in to the sign of Cancer on June 21. At the summer solstice, the light is at its zenith. In nature, the budding plant has assimilated nurturing from the environment and is beginning to manifest an identifiable form. The Cancer principle involves the assimilation of impressions from the outer world, particularly intimate experiences of nurturing. Our job during the sign of Cancer is to create a secure and stable sense of belonging for ourselves and others that stems from our experiences of positive familial imprinting or that is centered in our awareness of belonging to a greater spiritual family. June 21-26: Embrace Change. Mars in Pisces is at the same degree as Uranus in Pisces from June 21-26. Mars/Uranus releases tension with sudden, unexpected and often unpredictable action. Try to resolve any built-up tensions, whether on a physical, emotional or mental level, when Mars conjoins Uranus. If you try to resist change, breakdowns will occur. If you embrace change, much can be accomplished during this transit, as it tends to increase energy and the desire to evolve. June 22-24: Express Your Joy. Venus in Gemini is in positive relationship with Jupiter in Leo, June 22-24. Venus/Jupiter aspects put the focus on getting in touch with your desires and needs for physical and emotional nurturing in your relationships. If you are not really expressing and getting your needs met in these areas, including just getting out and having fun together, then these powerful energies can give you an opportunity to express greater joy, passion and heart within the relationship. It’s also a good time to be physically active, participating in activities that you love whether you are in an intimate relationship or not. June 23-25: Revisit Your Values. Venus in Gemini is in a challenging aspect to Pluto in Sagittarius June 23-25. Venus/Pluto asks us to go deeper than our normal pattern of superficial day-to-day communication. In other words, if someone asks you "how are you?" you have the opportunity to really tell the truth. It’s also a time to get in touch with your core values — what you are deeply convicted and passionate about. June 29: Nurture the Nurturer. A new Moon occurs at 7 degrees Cancer on June 29. The focus this month is discovering what we need for nurturing and comfort. Most of us are better at nurturing other people than ourselves, so this month is about "nurturing the nurturer." Spend some time by or in the water (preferably hot) this month. Examine your needs for being dependent on others. Is it really hard for you to ask for help? Do you go out of your way to look independent so you don’t have to acknowledge your dependence needs? Open yourself to the nurturing influence of "the Mother" this month; you might be surprised at how she is always close to you through a myriad of helpful friends and loved ones! James Jarvis, M.A. is a master astrologer, professional life coach and transpersonal counselor. Through his teaching, coaching and counseling, James has helped hundreds of people draw out and productively use their inherent wisdom and talent. James will return to Seattle June 12-16, 2003 for individual astrological consultations at East West Bookshop. For info and to book appointments call: (206) 523-3726. For those who want support in discovering, clarifying and manifesting their vision and life purpose, James is available for astrological consultations and life coaching sessions by phone. For a brochure of his services or to schedule phone or mail order consultations call (831) 688-0574 or toll-free (866) 454-8199. Email: <jjarvis@lifeqwest.com> or visit James’ website at: <www.lifeqwest.com> If you would like to receive James’ free email newsletter, send your email address to <newsletter@lifeqwest.com>. |
By adding the universal
year 2003, (2+0+0+3) = 5, to the 6th month of June we come up
with the vibration of 11/2. The main themes of 2 month are reflection,
cooperation and harmonization. You can achieve a great deal this
month by bringing your life into greater balance and harmony
and through working in cooperation with others. In a 2 month
you learn to harmonize with life so that it becomes a cooperative
effort rather than just an individual one. Use this month to
reflect on the new life experiences and directions you initiated
last month. Ask yourself: what is the universal feedback I am
being given about the new directions I have chosen?