Rick DiClemente’s
Astrology
Newsletter
Volume
73, April 2012
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- and yourself. Coming Events and Appearances 4/06 Journeys of Life, 4/14 Bella Nitesh,
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all Twelve Planets in your
Chart In your natal chart, the
better balanced the planets are, the better off your life will be. No one has a
perfect chart, but many people have nicely balanced planetary placements. A
talented astrologer can point out for you where you may need to do some extra leveling.
By reading the 12 sections below, you may be able to sense where you are strong
and other areas where you may need some work. Sun – or Leonine
energy – If your Sun is strong, (otherwise known as your “Sun-sign) you will
generally have an easy time expressing yourself. Basically, you won’t be
retiring and will have a comfortable sense of self. A good sense of humor is
often present. If your Sun is weak, you may
have difficulty standing up for yourself or you may have low self-esteem. Speaking
in front of a crowd is not your thing. On the other hand, if your
Sun is too strong, you may be seen as over-bearing and even heavy-handed. An
excessive Sun burns, and people will back away from
you quite naturally. Earth – or Taurean energy – When
the native has a strong and sturdy Earth in the chart, that provides them with
good common sense and a strong practical side. Usually, holding down a job and
keeping up with one’s responsibilities is kept well in hand. However, if the Earth is
weak, the personality is often impractical, irresponsible and often flighty. A
strong Earth is quite necessary for one to have the stamina face the everyday
rigors of life. Those with the Earth too
exaggerated are generally too stuck in the status quo. Change is seen as very
threatening and oftentimes they suffer from arthritis or illnesses related to
non-movement. This group needs to loosen up and take on risks more often. Moon – or Cancerian energy – In
my experienced opinion, I project that the Moon is the most important planet in
your chart. I know that is a big statement. The Moon, representing your emotional
nature among many other factors in your life, really needs to be balanced and
not overemphasized. A healthy Moon will be emotional but not hypersensitive. It
will be inviting to others but not codependent upon them. Family matters will
be of the utmost importance but not to the degree that it produces a lack of
individual development. Those with weak Moons can
really have a time of it. They are commonly experienced as very needy, overly
reactive, and tend to make a big drama out of rather minor experiences. When
weak, the Moon is very tempted to use guilt and manipulation to get what they
feel they need. Codependency is almost assured and the native must be
encouraged to stand on their own two feet. Worrying is a big issue here that
can lead to premature aging. If the Moon is too strong in
a natal chart, the person may come across as controlling and bossy. The Moon
must be pleased and at ease. If too emphasized, it’s very hard for the lunar
one to be satisfied; always fussing. This kind of individual will demand that
all members of the family be this way or that. They will insist on being the
matriarch and often are experienced as being rigid. This tendency must be
guarded against or, in fact, the overly-lunar person may actually end up being
rather unemotional. Mercury – or Geminian energy – Those
with a healthy dose of Mercury are very good communicators and are generally at
ease talking to just about anyone. When Mercury is pertinent, the person
generally likes to read and keep up on current events. Those with an ill-aspected or weak Mercury
may have quite a lot of difficulty with learning, expressing themselves and may
even be a stutterer or labeled as having ADHD. The learning and retaining
potential in these individuals has become quite a challenge. Many times, those
with weak Mercurys end up developing excellent verbal
and speaking skills simply because they’ve had to work so hard at it. This
example is not uncommon. When a person has too much
Mercurial energy, they may have quite a tendency to talk non-stop and can
become very irritating to those nearby. Changing the subject several times in
one sentence is not uncommon. These quick minds can be very hard to follow and
may use verbal escape as a loophole to avoid emotional contact. I find that
this group benefits greatly from strong physical exercise in order to work off
some of their nervous energies. Venus – or Libran energies –
Having a nicely balance Venus is a wonderful indicator. It makes the native
pleasant, tactful and poised. They are experienced as smart but not
overbearing. Their considerable sense of ease is catchy as most people are very
comfortable around them. Also, when Venus is healthy, they can be very inviting
and accepting of others. If the Venus is found to be
weak, social skills seem to suffer. The native can have quite a hard time being
open to others and in fact can feel that no one will accept them. This is the
symbol of the classical wallflower, lacking in social confidence. Most always
low self-esteem accompanies this type and the cause is quite often found in
their upbringing. When their Venus is too much
or out of balance, you have a pleaser an over-appeaser. They offer you so many
things when you come to visit that they just won’t take no for an answer. They
are over doing it. In an effort to hide how uncomfortable they really are
socially, they can come on too strong and are very uncomfortable during moments
of silence or awkwardness. They just don’t know how to let someone or a
situation be. Mars – or Arian energies – If
the Mars is balanced in a birth chart, the native will have enough gusto and
confidence to get what they want in most situations without being too pushy or
selfish. It is very important to have a Mars that is in sync with the world
around you. With this energy, you can blend and work with others. You don’t
have to be coaxed or told to chill out. A weak Mars can be very
problematic. Oftentimes they can be very prone to procrastination. These folks
can’t stand up for themselves and have great difficulty with conflict. They can
become doormats for others and might have a very hard time with life until they
learn to stand confidently in their own truth. This is commonly caused by a overly dominating parent. If, however, Mars is too
strong, the personality can be experienced as too gruff, hasty or even pushy. A
bull in a china shop is the appropriate symbol for this condition. Most people
will instantly shy away from these Martian types as they are experienced as being
“too much.” Jupiter – or Sagittarian energies –
Jupiter is the most overrated energy in astrology. Many people think that
Jupiter is one big bed of lucky roses – it’s not. When it is well balanced, the
person is basically cheerful and optimistic. They can be extremely popular for
their upbeat, “can-do” attitude. If the Jupiter is not
strong, these individuals can be experienced as “downers” or pessimistic.
Oftentimes, these charts indicate those that are afraid to address the future.
Jupiter has much to do with how we move forward in life. A weak Jupiter
generally has no faith in the outcome of events and often shies away from
joining in. A Jupiter that is too strong
can be very unfortunate. This is experienced as the person who is overly
“rah-rah” and simply overly-enthusiastic. Their feet are not planted in
reality. This is the symbol of the “used-car salesman” slapping you on the
back. Their upbeat nature simply goes too far and instantly causes mistrust in
others. Saturn – or Capricornian energies –
It is very important to have a healthy Saturn in your chart. This Old Man gives
you a strong sense of right vs. wrong and a natural sense of practicality.
Saturn is necessary in order for us to have stamina, stick-to-it-ness and
thoroughness. It is very important that this planet, above all, stay balanced
with all the other planets. This wise ringed planet needs to help out with coalescing
situations without becoming too rigid. A weak Saturn can result in
a person being too impractical. These types usually have poor skills with money
management and in fact, any type of management. They either underestimate or
overestimate how big a task is, how much resources
they really have or how much of an effort is required to come through. Usually,
this type tends to be somewhat lazy and waits until the last minute to
accomplish most tasks. Those with Saturn too
strongly placed can become very rigid, following every rule to the nth degree.
Fear is usually a big factor with this type as they feel that they need to be
in control of everything – not trusting anyone. Their need to “be sure” can
totally overwhelm their sense of reason that they simply have a hard time
letting things be and take their natural course. Chiron – or Virgoan energies – This
little-known asteroid is gaining more and more acceptance in all astrological
charts. Known primarily as an energy symbolizing one’s wounds, I have experienced
Chiron to be much more, i.e., one’s destiny, or perhaps, predestiny.
When our Chiron is strong in our chart, we seem to care more and have a great
sense of making things right (Virgo.) We feel a pull towards something greater
than this solar system; beyond; calling us towards our true self. Our lives
have purpose. A weak Chiron is evident in
those that seem to shy away from life’s challenges and are afraid to own their
own uniqueness. This is a sad situation indeed. Who knows why this is? Chiron
is only 35 years-old in astrological terms. We have much to learn about it. It
seems that if your Chiron is weak, that it will eventually “catch up with you”
and you’ll eventually have to take the responsibility for being who you truly
are. You can’t avoid your path. A Chiron that is too strong
can make a person completely obsessed with saving the world. This goal can be
very unreasonable and simply not attainable. We must remember that while we are
indeed divine, we are human too. Uranus – or Aquarian energies – A
very important planet. If Uranus is strong, the personality deals well with flexibility and
change. They are not threatened with change; what has become outdated must go.
Uranus makes us comfortable with our own individuality and therefore very
tolerant of others. It is the planet that brings change simply because change
is necessary. A weak Uranus is often found
with those whose absolutely cling to the past with all of their might. They’re
just not going to let go (also prevalent with a weak Moon). Uranus needs to
work with Saturn, forming, letting go, forming, letting go. If the Uranus is
too weak, the person is petrified at the thought of being themselves or
speaking their own mind. A Uranian placement that is
too strong gives us a personality that is too willful, headstrong or stubborn.
They just have to do things their way. A rebel without a cause is the
perfect term for this type, revolting against any and all issues for little
apparent sensible reason. Changeability is common to this type too as
consistency is not in their list of strong suits. They need to learn to be less
reactive. Those with weak Charts where Pluto – or Scorpion energies – When
a person has a healthy Pluto placement in their native diagram, they are
usually passionate, but not obsessive. They can fight for themselves, but are
not pushy. They have a strong sense of purpose but are not evangelical about
it. Pluto is our power; it urges us to have courage. With courage, we can
attain anything. Those with weak examples of
Pluto are generally lacking in courage. They will not take the bull by the
horns and quite often end up being bullied by life. Lacking in purpose, they
float around endlessly, unhappily, trying to find their soul. Pluto can be very
rough on us, and even these types will have the ability to rise from the ashes
like the proverbial phoenix. Never count out a Pluto person; if they can ignite
there spark of life from deep within, they can make remarkable transformations. A person who owns a Pluto
that gets out of hand can be a real threatening person. Many times, since these
types are so hard on themselves, these folks can be impossibly judgmental of
others holding many in disdain. When Pluto works too hard in a chart, it makes
the personality obsessed with purity of purpose. Once again, we are human and self-forgiveness
is a critically needed quality when it comes to dealing with this dark force. *Obviously, at the end of
this section, many of you may be wondering, “Is my Saturn too strong; Is my Moon too weak, etc? It does take a good professional
astrologer to determine such. Do not look to web sites or computer programs to
guess for you. Just by reading this newsletter, you probably already have a sense
of what planets need to be worked on in your own chart. I caution you not to
jump to conclusions about these general statements and to be very careful when
choosing a “professional” astrologer. Remember, these are all general
guidelines. 4/1 Mars
will glow SO red-hot tonight that no one should go outside after 4/3 Venus enters Gemini 11:18a – this is like a
light spring rain. Venus is very playful in Gemini. It’s time have fun trying
new things and unload your worries. 4/4 Mercury goes Direct 6:11a – that’s all I have
to say. Maybe now I’ll get that Gene Autry cowboy belt I ordered for $3.00 back
in 1957. Rip off. 4/6 Full Moon 17°d23’ 3:19p – this full moon
will be highlighted by the T-square to Venus in Gemini. With the Moon in air
sign Libra, this will be a tremendous time to talk things out, make huge public
announcements, and in general communicate your needs on all levels. A perfect time for mediation. Not meditation, mediation.
With the Full Moon on the 4/10 Pluto goes Retrograde 12:21p – Long time
strenuous issues with Pluto in Capricorn take another turn. On the worldly
scale, expect large delays with big public economic issues. Watch for the
powers that be to take an unexpected curve and try to get out from under the
limelight as they jockey for position to buy some more time, avoiding the
inevitable decay of more systemic corruption under Pluto’s intense “cleansing.”
In the end, it won’t matter, because later on Pluto will go forward again. On
the personal level, once again, it’s time to own your bravery and come to terms
with or end toxic relationships. 4/13 Mars goes Direct 11:53p – Boy, Mars didn’t
like going backwards. You’ll probably feel much better as this agitator gets
moving more naturally once again. You’ll start to feel like you can accomplish
all kinds of tasks and not have to worry about having to do them over again as
has been the case last month when both Mercury and Mars were retro. 4/19 Sun enters Taurus
12:12p – Always
a welcome occurrence. In Taurus we get the archetypal urge to settle down, take
it easy and enjoy life. Time to get grounded; in all ways. 4/21 New
Moon 1°_35’ 3:18a – This lunation
should be very pleasant with the New Moon not too far from fun-loving Jupiter.
This is a great time to establish new patterns, lay down new foundations and
start new initiatives. Taurus is a great time to get busy with gardening or
landscaping. It’s also very good for solidifying your finances. Some people are feeling the
new Chiron conjunction with A Little Additional Ditty For
You… By Kim Hazelwood O, and the grace!... incoming,
incoming, Climb up from the foxhole My illustrious friends! I was asked to describe The extraordinary alignment, (was it no longer a confinement?)
Of the exceptional mating in Pisces of Neptune and Chiron, What seems to be happening feels like A grand sweeping, And then there’s my heart Which feels big as the Moon! A vastness so immense, Not nervous, But strangely intense, As if caffeine could breathe While becoming ONE with TADA! Edges embroidered With a soft, post-bath luxury On the skin, Imagine this upon your soul- Sweetened with something so completely Un-taste-able Inescapable. I took it upon myself to slay an internal dragon. Tried to use a trick a guru taught me. Coming up short, I discarded this deed, When all at once the handmaidens of hallucinations Moved in. Moved In! Spirit, Amazing Spirit! Magically served up the heart-melting montage, The exact images I needed to see! Formally ego-driven challenges vanished, No vacancy Ripped Away… Manifestation. One flip of the mind whip. Reach out and take it. We are in the process of massive healing All starting with YOU. Shackles off. We’re buccaneers come to drink from the artesian waters, Prospectors unearthing old cars on Mars.
Being brought to our best light, Our planet, our souls, Pain is purging, True Light emerging Ravishingly reflective. Epic Illumination. Home. Home to the well of The fullest smiling hearts. And Baby, We’re just getting started. Free birth chart calculations are available
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