Virgo
August 21 – September 20
Solar Chart House Transits
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Virgo reading and planetary transits for
the week of January 29, 2012. MOON IN NINTH
The transit of the Moon through the ninth house may mark a period of restlessness for us. This may be more of a mental or spiritual restlessness rather than an urge for travel. A new area of study may come to our attention that offers emotional gratification, Virgo, but this could also be a time when our religious or spiritual pursuits may offer the same sort of satisfaction.
MOON IN TENTH
February 1, 2012 The tenth house is related to our career and our public image. This may be a time when we are more emotionally in tune with those we come in contact with in our career. Keep in mind that emotions are on public display at this time as well, Virgo, so any displays of emotion you may want to ensure are appropriate for the moment. This may be a time when we reveal more about ourselves through emotional reactions than we wish to. The tenth house also represents the dominant parent and could indicate some interaction with this parent at this time. Since career is tied in here, we might also find ourselves questioning whether our choice of career was to please ourselves or to inadvertently gain the approval of a parent.
MOON IN ELEVENTH
February 4, 2012 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, Virgo, 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, Virgo, 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, Virgo, 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, Virgo. 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
February 6, 2012 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, Virgo, 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, Virgo, 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
February 8, 2012 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, Virgo, 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, Virgo, just be sure to balance the scales. Others want the same support when they are in need, too.
MOON IN SECOND
February 10, 2012 At this time second house considerations may be tinged with emotion and we may feel much attached to our possessions. But more likely, our possessions and income level may be an attempt to fill some emotional void. Of course, Virgo, no one wants to feel financially destitute, but we should examine the underlying motivation behind spending and acquisition at this time. What do these acquisitions represent to us on an unconscious level? This is not usually a good time to go on an emotional spending spree, but could be good for finding out what it is we are really trying to buy with our spending.
MOON IN THIRD
February 12, 2012 When the Moon transits the third house we may expect our communications with others to take on emotional overtones. This may help us to communicate on a deeper feeling level with those close to us. This could be particularly useful in intimate relationships. Siblings may come into play here, Virgo, and if we experience problems we should be sure that these issues do not stem from sibling rivalry from our past. Clear the air, but do so gently if you do experience such difficulties. This does not mean there will be a problem, but you should be aware just in case. Unconscious habit patterns of response could create a problem if we speak before we think, Virgo. This most often shows up in relations with people we have contact with on a regular basis. Sometimes, in these instances, we react on "auto-pilot" and can inadvertently cause friction with those in our daily lives.
SUN IN SIXTH
Since the sixth house is associated with work and service to others as well as health, we can assume that for most of us play-time is over for the moment. This is a time when we should strive for greater efficiency in how we perform our jobs to better serve our boss or our clients, not just for self-denial, Virgo, but also to better ourselves. This may not be a glamorous period, but it is one in which we can become proud of ourselves for our efficiency and productivity, if we apply ourselves. As far as health is concerned, we will not have to anticipate problems with this transit, but we may become more focused on our diet and possibly starting an exercise program to keep ourselves in optimum health. Virgo, remember that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure!
MERCURY IN SIXTH
This is the other natural house of Mercury and so we should note that we may observe greater intensity in Mercury's transit here. This may be an aid to our work as we may find ways to increase our efficiency and productivity. We may be colored by Virgo's influence with this transit and this could manifest as becoming meticulous in our work, but we should attempt to avoid the downside of this influence, which might cause us to become too critical with co-workers or ourselves and appearing insensitive and inadvertently causing problems for ourselves in the future. Also, Virgo, be aware of a tendency to get bogged down in minutiae as this may have the unintended result of missing deadlines. The sixth house is also the house of health and this transit does not indicate a health problem, but may indicate signs of nervousness or stress at this time. This tension could presage problems if we do not deal with these issues properly. If anxiety is a recurrent problem for you, Virgo, consult your health care professional as stress has been linked to problems such as hypertension, insomnia and gastrointestinal disturbances, among others. Do not become overly concerned with this, but be aware of it. If it is a problem for you, do not fret over it, rather take action. For most of us health will not necessarily be a problem now. If it should require our attention we can learn to relax, adjust our diet, and get adequate rest and appropriate exercise. The point is, Virgo, if health should become an issue, like any other problems in our lives, we resolve the issue by taking the required actions necessary to deal with them.
VENUS IN SEVENTH
This is a favorable transit for relationships of all types, be they intimate partnerships or business. Even relationships with enemies may be improved upon at this time if we are so inclined. This is one of the houses naturally ruled by Venus, so its energies operate more easily here. This will indicate a time when we get along quite well with romantic partners, Virgo, or possibly indicate the start of a new relationship. This could also manifest as a time when we form a new business partnership, or a present business partnership could also become financially beneficial to us. We tend to get along quite well with others during this transit, Virgo, because we feel more sociable and less ego-driven now. There is, however, one caution with this transit and that may be an inclination to attempt to be too nice. Similar to the transit through the first house, we should be careful not to give too much away and to stand up for ourselves if this is called for.
VENUS IN EIGHTH
February 8, 2012 The most obvious manifestation of this transit, Virgo, is that our interest is drawn to the more sexual side of intimacy, but what may not be so apparent is why. This is Pluto's natural house and Pluto symbolizes not only intensity, but transformation as well. The sexual side of relationships will probably be more intense than usual now and this can act as a vehicle to get us in touch with the subconscious/unconscious aspects of our minds. This means that the very intensity that brings more spice and fireworks into our love life, is just as likely to touch upon some very deep issues buried in our psyche. For instance, these issues include jealousy, fear of abandonment, being vindictive toward a partner that disappoints us, and so forth. This does not mean that this is a bad transit, Virgo, but the intensity of this transit may make us feel a bit touchy in this regard. It merely means we are granted an opportunity to get in touch with these deeper aspects of ourselves and transform them. This does indicate that sexual relationships at this time may have a greater impact upon us, for good or ill, so we may want to examine closely any issues surfacing now. For others, this may just indicate some additional zing in our sex lives. Other people's money and jointly-held assets are another concern of the eighth house. With Venus transiting here, Virgo, this could be an indication of financial benefit in these areas. This could perhaps be a time when we might come into an inheritance or possibly obtain a loan we need.
MARS IN FIRST
Retrograde Until April 13, 2012 This is a time when you can put a lot of energy into your own personal interests. We tend to be quite energetic at this time and can accomplish a good deal. You can make a favorable impression on others now with your motivated attitude, but be aware of becoming too abrasive with others. If you run roughshod over others now, Virgo, you may hinder your own interests. This can be a common problem with all Mars transits to be aware of. You will stand up for your own rights if necessary, but be aware others have rights, too. If you find that you are irritable at times or too impatient with others, this may be a good time to work alone as people that are not as energetic as you are now may try your patience. Be aware of reckless impatience to get things done, Virgo, in order to avoid accidents or health problems. By and large, this can be a very productive time in our lives for pursuing our personal interests as long as we do not let the abundant energy at our disposal get out of control and we use this energy constructively.
MARS RETROGRADE TRANSITS
Where Mars retrograde transits are concerned, this may indicate a time when we may need to adjust our current course in life. Whether that course is related to relationships or business, we may need to reassess what we are doing or alter it; to be sure we are headed in the direction we wish to follow. Another indication is that things from the past that still irk us, or things we did not deal with properly, may resurface now. This affords us an opportunity to reevaluate these things and take the appropriate steps to deal with these issues now. We may have to learn an appropriate, healthy expression of anger or possibly learn to be more assertive. When Mars is retrograde, it is not usually considered a favorable time to begin new ventures. This is a time for Mars energy to be directed inward, so that we may assess where we are going and review our strategies for getting there. When we do otherwise now, we usually run into unforeseen obstacles that tend to thwart our progress.
JUPITER IN NINTH
This is one of Jupiter's natural houses as this house is associated with the sign, Sagittarius, which Jupiter rules. Once Jupiter was associated with the twelfth house and the sign of Pisces, which it is now considered the co-ruler of. So Jupiter’s energy will function quite well in the ninth house. This transit is commonly associated with an expansion of the mind and our perspective on life. This may come through those we come in contact with, Virgo, through the issues associated with the ninth house, such as religion or possibly philosophy; or perhaps through travel. Here journeys are usually long-distance and outside the borders of our native country. Foreigners and their culture may open our eyes to a new way of seeing the world and, in this manner, expand our horizons as well. This may be on a personal level, but this could include business opportunities, too. The ninth house is also associated with publishing and, in this regard, this could be a favorable time to share what we have learned with others. This could be a good time for writing, Virgo, but this could also be a good time for teaching others in a more direct manner as well. The main focus of this transit is to expand our viewpoint and our horizons, by opening our minds to the greater world and those that inhabit it. To get the most from this transit we must be open to this opportunity.
SATURN IN SECOND
Retrograde February 7, 2012 During this transit, Virgo, second-house issues have the potential to become worrisome to us. The second house is related to material possessions and it is often referred to as the money house. We should, however, keep in mind that on a deeper level the second house is related to our personal values and our inner resources. During this transit we are often distracted by financial concerns and miss the real opportunity of this transit, which is to ask ourselves what we really want. Finances could prove troublesome now, so it is best for most people not to take any major financial risks at this time as this could lead to difficulties later. For most people, this is a time to set up our finances to run without too much energy on our part. To do otherwise during this transit has the tendency for our finances to get out of control and take over our lives. Some astrologers equate this transit with financial loss, and for some people this may be the case. For most, however, this is a time when we may feel a bit insecure in this regard. But this is likely to be a distraction of sorts and, for most of us, a very effective one. Ideally we should now be scrutinizing our value system. Do we really want to be in debt up to our eyeballs; because this is what our society tells us is success? Often we chase after things that were instilled in us by others. Now is the time to ask ourselves what is truly important to us as individuals. Pursuing this is how we can add to our security.
SATURN RETROGRADE TRANSITS This is a time to reexamine any structures, systems, organizations and policies inundating our lives. This may be a favorable time to revamp any of these for greater efficiency and productivity. This is an opportune time to assess our own power and authority and to be honest with ourselves in this regard. We need to assess if we are holding ourselves back, or allowing others to do so, in some way. We need to learn how to fit in so that we may achieve our goals. We need to be objective about what we want and what others expect from us. Consequently, this may be a favorable time to reassess our relationships, both personal and business, and to determine which may need work and are salvageable, and those which we may have to let go.
URANUS IN EIGHTH
This is another of the houses associated with the subconscious/unconscious mind and transformation through dealing with what is buried there. Uranus is also associated with the unconscious and what within it is attempting to break free. Therefore, Virgo, this transit may prove to be chaotic for some. While Pluto, natural ruler of the eighth house, usually brings about drastic change in a gradual manner, Uranus tends to symbolize very sudden and abrupt changes so this may be a time of instability for some people. Sometimes death may enter our lives now, but usually through others we are close to. Subsequently, this could lead to some sort of inheritance. Shared assets and resources are another eighth-house issue, and just as with the second house, opposite the eighth, the warning here is similar – keep your position fluid. This is not a favorable time to have your financial security too closely aligned with others. Things could change financially for those you are partnered with and, if you are too dependent on their financial situation remaining stable, your finances may suffer as a result should their fortunes decline. Sex is another eighth-house matter, Virgo, and this may symbolize a new sexual relationship coming into your life. This would likely be with someone different from anyone you have known thus far. The usual age difference might apply as well in this regard. This would probably prove to be very exciting and quite intense, but the usual warning about Uranus and relationships applies here, too. Do not rely on the stability of this relationship until it has proven itself. Uranus is not noted for fostering stable relationships. That takes time and, considering that you are going through changes now, it may merely mean that the new relationship will turn out to be nothing more than a pleasant distraction.
NEPTUNE IN SIXTH
This is a time when it might be wise to monitor our health more closely than usual, Virgo. This does not necessarily mean we will develop a health problem, but we may be more vulnerable at this time. Neptune's favorite escape routes often involve alcohol or substance abuse. If you find yourself in this category, this might be a good time to reevaluate this lifestyle as it could adversely impact your health now. Neptune is also associated with toxins and poisons. If you work in close proximity to chemicals or substances of this type, be certain adequate precautions are taken to avoid accidental poisoning. Things may not go too smoothly now on the work front, Virgo. This could be due to misunderstandings with employers or co-workers that we may not understand completely. This might also indicate someone working behind the scenes to thwart our efforts and we may be totally clueless about this now. Neptune is associated with giving to others and with this in mind; efforts on our own behalf may fall short now. This is a favorable transit for those working in the helping professions or for those that do volunteer work. These types of efforts are aided by Neptune now. This may be a boon for creative work and those working in these fields. It is best if creativity is approached with a feeling of sharing our creations with the world to get the most benefit from these efforts now.
NEPTUNE IN SEVENTH
February 3, 2012 All relationships are likely to be influenced by this transit and usually not so favorably. The underlying cause for problems is a lack of clarity in our communications or our understanding of the situation in question. This can be exacerbated by the fact that sometimes others are not clear with us. This may be intentional, Virgo, but not necessarily so. In intimate relationships, we must strive for clarity with any problems we are facing. This may be made more difficult if our partner has a hard time articulating exactly what is wrong or shuts down communications. We cannot fix a problem if we do not know what it is. By the same token, we must avoid self-deception now. We may not see that a problem exists if we are putting too much effort into idealizing a relationship to see the truth. Once again, Virgo, we cannot fix a problem we are unaware of. Business dealings could become a source of problems now, particularly if we are involved in partnerships. Neptune transits can indicate being swindled, so proceed with caution in any existing partnerships and it may be wise to forego forming new ones now. There may not be enough information available to make your decision, and since this is often detrimental to seeking out advisors you should not lean too heavily looking for help in this quarter either. If at all possible avoid court cases now as well, Virgo. Too much information not at your disposal and problems from unseen quarters might cause problems for you now.
PLUTO IN FIFTH
Relationships are the area normally influenced by Pluto's intensity with this transit, Virgo. Romantic relationships tend to be extraordinarily intense now, almost on the order of bordering on an obsessive/compulsive fixation. These relationships may have an almost fated or preordained quality to them. This does not necessarily mean these relationships will be bad for us, but we should examine our compulsions closely in this regard. Some people are even attracted to others that they know are not right for them, just as the proverbial moth drawn to the flame. In cases like this, it is the intensity we seek and we might be well advised, in some cases, to seek it elsewhere. Relationships with children may experience this same intensity, Virgo. This may be a time of fierce power struggles with children. Although we want what is best for them, we should be careful of robbing our children of their autonomy. It is best to keep in mind that, due to the intensity of these encounters, they are likely to influence our children well into the future; with this in mind conduct yourself accordingly should you clash with your children now. This does not necessarily mean that interactions with your children will all be power struggles. This may also be a time when you influence them positively in a powerful way. This is a time to be on guard for your children’s health and safety. Artistic/creative self-expression may be more intense than usual now, Virgo, almost as if we are driven if we express ourselves in this manner. Sports might also be an outlet, but be aware that sometimes the search for intensity can lead to foolish risks with our safety now. Keep in mind that just because we have the desire to take a risk does not mean it would be safe to do so.
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