Cancer
June 21 – July 22
Solar Chart House Transits
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Cancer reading and planetary transits for
the week of August 29, 2010. MOON IN ELEVENTH
The eleventh house contains friends, professional organizations, and our hopes, wishes and goals in life. With the Moon transiting the eleventh house we may find our emotions coming into play in any of these areas. As always, Cancer, watch for inappropriate emotional responses and, as with all transits of the Moon, this could be an indication of females or at least one woman playing a larger role in this area now. This could be a time of connecting with friends on a deeper level, Cancer, and further strengthening the bonds between us. It could also indicate a time when we are apt to examine our goals, dreams and objectives to find how to better make these dreams a reality, or to determine if they are unrealistic after all. In any of these areas, Cancer, as with all lunar transits, we should watch for emotional responses that stem from our past and may have little to do with the present situation. This will almost guarantee an inappropriate response to the present moment. If this should be the case, do not despair, Cancer. As with all transits of the Moon, this can give us a window into the past so that we can adjust our behavior and responses to the present moment and free ourselves from negative response patterns.
MOON IN TWELFTH
August 31, 2010 When the Moon transits the twelfth house we may feel a bit uneasy and the reason for this can actually be quite beneficial if we take advantage of it. The twelfth is one of the houses that symbolizes the subconscious/unconscious mind as well as where we find characteristics about ourselves that we tend to repress. Along with the Moon representing the past, this affords us a great opportunity. This transit can be used for self-examination of all the issues we tend to hide from others as well as ourselves. If we look at these characteristics we can find ways to enable expression of these traits to our benefit and add more to our lives. We probably will not feel very sociable at this time, but that can help us withdraw a bit for the self-examination that can be so beneficial now. Anything we have lurking in our subconscious or try to repress has a tendency to trip us up. With this transit, Cancer, we may find what these stumbling blocks are and find more appropriate ways to deal with them. Relationships with women may be a bit touchy now, Cancer, but do not overlook the possibility of a female helping us, in the role of a confidante, to resolve some of these issues we come across here.
MOON IN FIRST
September 3, 2010 Whereas the Sun's transit of the first house makes for a healthy self-centeredness and assessment of our own personal goals, the Moon's transit of the first house acts on an emotional level. The Moon's transit of the first house stimulates us to be emotionally connected to friends and loved ones but, Cancer, we must be aware of our underlying motives. We can be very sympathetic to the needs of others, but can also be very demanding in an emotional sense. Insecurities may come into play here and make us feel a bit needy or even a bit panicky. We all like having a support system, but we must learn that ultimately our security lies within ourselves. Be supportive and seek support from others if you feel you need it at this time, Cancer, just be sure to balance the scales. Others want the same support when they are in need, too.
SUN IN THIRD
The third house represents communication, our immediate environment, siblings, close relatives, neighbors, early education and so forth. At this time, communications with these people may become energized in some way. Short journeys are included in the third house so we may be doing a bit more traveling at this time as well. Cancer, you may also consider studying a new subject or take advantage of continuing education for some reason. Communication could include writing or possibly electronic communications of some sort. Some consider the third house to be associated with commerce, so we might also see more activity here.
MERCURY IN THIRD
Retrograde Until September 12, 2010 This is one of Mercury's natural houses, the other being the sixth house, so Mercury may operate with a bit more intensity here. Communications of all sorts will be amplified, Cancer, and this would include communications with siblings, neighbors and close relatives. Some astrologers link the third house with commerce, so communications or planning along these lines may come into focus as well. The third house is associated with the immediate environment, so we may experience more short-distance travel at this time, Cancer. Early education is symbolized here, so we may adopt new intellectual pursuits now, or possibly communicate to others our newfound interests.
MERCURY RETROGRADE TRANSITS
Mercury goes retrograde three times a year for a period of about three weeks. At these times it has been observed that communications can go awry, as well as having difficulties where travel is concerned. Usually, this does not indicate accidents, but there may be flight delays with airlines or lost luggage. Hotel reservations may not work out as expected and so forth. We may get the time wrong for a business appointment or lunch with a friend and so on. Other misunderstandings with communications may occur as well, so strive to be clear about everything. Be sure to dot the I's and cross the T's. These times may not be propitious for contract negotiations or signings. Also, another caution with Mercury retrograde, may concern electronics. This is not usually considered a favorable time for installing new software on a computer as troubles may arise from the new applications. We should also keep in mind at these times that we are advised to back up our computers just in case we experience a computer crash and end up losing work and important data.
VENUS IN FOURTH
The fourth house represents the domestic sphere; the home we grew up in, the home we wish to make for ourselves as adults, the past, and the less influential parent in our development. The transit of Venus through the fourth house indicates a time when we can really relax at home or may be a time when we may want to throw a party and invite our friends into our homes. This might also be a time, Cancer, to decide to remodel our home. Even though we may not undertake the work now, as we may feel too peaceful, it may be a good time to plan future renovations. Whether we throw a party or spruce up the house, we should be cautious of over-indulgence and over-spending. This may indicate an easy time with our parents, Cancer, and particularly the parent represented by this house. This could be an indication of a good time to take a vacation with our parents and family, or possibly have them come visit us for awhile.
MARS IN FOURTH
The fourth house symbolizes our past; the home we grew up in, the domestic scene and the home we wish to create for ourselves, the less influential parent in our childhood, and this is also one of the houses associated with the subconscious/unconscious mind. Any of these areas of our lives may be energized by Mars with this transit. The domestic scene is likely to see quite a bit of activity with this transit, Cancer. This might be a good time to tackle projects around the home. This would be a productive use of this energy, but we should be careful of clashes with those we live with. This might be particularly important for those still living with their parents. We should be careful of reacting to people in a manner that may be more related to our past than to the present moment should conflicts arise, Cancer. Is it really the present moment we are reacting to or something from our past that may still anger us? This may be a time when we are more active with our parents and, if used positively, may be a time that affords us an opportunity to clear the air about something from the past. This may be particularly true where anger is an issue. Since the fourth opposes the tenth house of career, we may experience some problems in the professional sphere, Cancer. This may be a better time to put energy into the domestic scene and bide our time where professional matters are concerned. Using this time productively, Cancer, we may accomplish much around the home as long as we are not too abrasive with those we live with. Any conflicts that do arise will most likely appear on the domestic scene with this transit, so be aware of that and keep Mars in check. On the professional front, this may be a good time for planning rather than confrontation.
JUPITER IN TENTH
Retrograde Until November 17, 2010 This transit is considered favorable for professional advancement and recognition, but with the usual warning where Jupiter is concerned, and that is we need to keep in mind the propensity to overdo it. In this case, this would include becoming too pushy or expanding beyond our real limitations. In plain words, Cancer – do not promise what you cannot deliver. We should beware of arrogance toward our superiors and colleagues now as this could undermine the potential benefits that we can accrue. This is a time when we can definitely broaden our horizons professionally if we keep ourselves restrained a bit. This transit usually denotes opportunities for professional and public recognition as long as we do not alienate others with our demeanor. Use this time wisely and your horizons will broaden accordingly, Cancer. Refrain from acting as if you are more than you are, but for most people this should not be a problem. Normally, this is a favorable time to receive recognition for your work, both for your present efforts as well as your past endeavors. Give credit to others if they deserve it as Jupiter is associated with being generous. We can garner accolades now far more easily than is the norm as long as we remember to keep a sense of humility in our dealings with others. Foreigners or distant countries may play a role in our careers now. This is considered the house of the more influential parent in our development, Cancer. With this in mind, our relationship with our parents could be quite favorable now and particularly with the parent represented by this house.
JUPITER RETROGRADE TRANSITS When transiting Jupiter turns retrograde, it affords us an opportunity to reassess where we may have exceeded the bounds of practicality. Have we overextended ourselves in business or in any other way for that matter? Now we have a chance to reevaluate our endeavors and to determine if our enthusiasm needs to be reined in a bit. This is a time to plan and prepare for opportunities that may present themselves when Jupiter turns direct again. Now is the time to determine if the course you are on, or the opportunities presented to you, are what you really want for yourself. SATURN IN FOURTH
This transit of Saturn symbolizes the beginning of preparation for emergence into the more social area of our charts when Saturn transits into the seventh. This transit deals with building a strong domestic foundation for our advancement in the outer world. This does not only mean our home-base of operations, but also the foundation we build within ourselves from which we will face the world. This may include problems around our homes or with those we live with. Parents may be a problem in some way and particularly the parent symbolized by this house. For some people, however, any problems we face now may stem from our past. If this is the case, this is an excellent opportunity to clear away any stumbling blocks now. To fail to do so may trip us up later, Cancer, and if this should occur it may be directly attributable to anything we did not deal with now, and should have. If this is your case, this could be a good time to seek out counseling of some sort to deal with these matters. Whatever we do during this transit, our main priority should be to build a strong foundation from which to work for a brighter future. This will be symbolized by Saturn's transit of the tenth house. Whatever we need to feel secure, such as a sound structure to live in, a strong family to support us, as well as our own internal foundations, should be built strongly now. This can become the foundation for the security we all seek on a personal level.
URANUS IN NINTH
Retrograde Until December 5, 2010 With Uranus transiting through the ninth house, our viewpoints and personal philosophy of life may be in for some change, Cancer. This transit may open our eyes to new ways of looking at the world and the people inhabiting it. We should allow ourselves to be open to these insights and new way of seeing things. Failure to do so could prove bothersome now, bringing the disruptive influence of Uranus into our lives more heavily. This could be a time for new interests or areas of study to enter our lives. This might help us to expand our perspective, and we may find that unconsciously we have allowed our vision of the world, life and its many possibilities, to be narrowed. We may do more traveling now than usual and, as in the third house, this does not necessarily mean accidents will occur. We should, however, endeavor to be patient and release whatever is trying to break through now in an appropriate manner as this will greatly minimize the likelihood of accidents at this time. Legal matters here, just as in the seventh house, may prove difficult now. It is best, if at all possible, to avoid legal entanglements with this transit as they may be rather difficult to deal with. Uranus is attempting to broaden your perspective now, Cancer, and if you allow this to happen, this transit will prove to be far less troublesome.
URANUS RETROGRADE TRANSITS This is a favorable time to observe the changes in the world around you and to assess the impact these changes may have upon you on a personal level. This period of review may help you to adjust your course if the changes taking place around you seem to be impeding your progress, or may block it in the future. Observe and plan for now and postpone any changes until Uranus turns direct again. NEPTUNE IN EIGHTH
Retrograde Until November 7, 2010 Since the eighth house includes sex, death, taxes, joint finances and other people’s money, and is one of the houses linked to the subconscious/unconscious mind, we may expect to see Neptune’s influence in any of these areas now. Sex may find us attempting to attain some sort of otherworldly union in this regard. Although this may prove to be delightful, Cancer, remember the tendency to idealization where Neptune is concerned. This could take an otherwise enchanting relationship and leave us disappointed when we realize we are all merely human after all. This tendency is how we lessen the value of a joyous relationship with unrealistic expectations. This is a lot of pressure to put on a relationship and can doom it to failure. Death may enter our lives now and usually through the departure of someone close that touches us deeply. This may open us up to questions of how we connect to the collective of humanity and even to the meaning of existence itself. Finances can be troublesome now. Be careful to pay your tax bill and monitor closely any joint assets now as Neptune can indicate fraud, so be careful about others dipping into the till. This is not usually a favorable time to seek a loan. This may be an auspicious time to delve into our own unconscious and find out how what is lying there influences our lives. The doors are now open, Cancer, and if we need to, this is also a good time to get assistance along these lines from someone that can act as a guide where these matters are concerned.
NEPTUNE RETROGRADE TRANSITS This is a time when we are advised to try to tune into our unconscious mind and examine what we find lying there. Assess your fears or any illusions you may be laboring under and try to ground them in reality in order to deal with them more effectively. Anything that leaves us feeling we are in a state of confusion should be dealt with also. Assess also if this may be connected to what is going on in the world around you. Endeavor to use your energy in a positive and productive manner and avoid escapism of any sort. Although Neptune is nebulous, we need to strive for clarity now in order to keep from deceiving ourselves and to deal with any issues confronting us in a practical manner. PLUTO IN SEVENTH
Retrograde Until September 14, 2010 This is another transit where Pluto's intensity and transformative powers will influence our relationships. In marriage this may indicate that hidden tensions come boiling to the surface and have to be dealt with now. This could be a similar situation in business partnerships as well. These relationships may need to be transformed and could involve some rather intense power struggles. Some relationships may end during this time but those that survive will be stronger for the effort. Consultants of any type may have a transformative influence on us now and if we are experiencing difficulties, this could be a good time to seek out the advice of such individuals. We may be more open to their influence now and their counsel may prove highly beneficial during these trying times. This is also the house of open enemies, Cancer, and these could become particularly vexing at this time. Be as prepared as possible for any and all tactics to be used against you by such people now. Do not, however, resort to similar tactics in retaliation. Pluto’s energy can get out of hand now, and by using underhanded tactics we may open the floodgates for similar tactics to be used on us in return. This is why it is imperative with Pluto transits to keep our dealings aboveboard. Besides, those using dastardly tactics against us may very well have them backfire on them if you refuse to take the bait and keep to the moral high ground. Also, it may be wise to avoid court cases now if at all possible. This transit can teach us much about how we deal with others if we allow it to do so, Cancer. Take personal responsibility now for how others respond to you. You may not be as blameless as it would at first appear. Pluto is related to the eighth house, which is one of the houses of the unconscious. Perhaps we are causing people to respond to us in a hostile manner in ways we may not even be aware of.
PLUTO RETROGRADE TRANSITS As usual with any retrograde planetary motion, this is a time to step back and review our endeavors and to reassess what direction we are taking and just what it is we wish to accomplish. This is a favorable time to evaluate our progress toward our goals, but also to determine how these objectives may benefit others as well. We need to become aware of how we not only influence our own lives, but the lives of others, too.
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