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Despite the uplift of forward planetary action by Jupiter and Neptune now direct, warrior-god, Mars, is traveling inward and ever backward until mid- January of ’23. Because he is personal, we are more aware of him missing in action, as it were. We need to be more aware of our dance, and re-design Accordingly. Do you feel a dimming of ambition, a lack of energetic-go, and/ or lumpy speed bumps as you initiate action? It’s very helpful to have the balancing reserves of Saturn at hand as his energy supports forethought, planning and better construction, all of which a Mars retrograde needs. If you find yourself frustrated, angry, even ‘inflamed’ stop the press, re-design your choreography and re-anchor, especially when in verbal confrontations. Mars is in the chatty, questioning sign of Gemini, therefore conversations need careful construct, and a thoughtful approach, especially if it’s meaningful for you.
During December, with its celebrations of family, friends, invitations, no invitations, hurt feelings, dysfunctional family gatherings, over spending and over expecting, having a Mars retrograde is spicy! We need to cook our conversations and ideas with care. Turn your light inward to better understand correct action, and/or how to repair an emotional situation. Take time to go to the heart of the matter, to shine light on old wounds, and release what festers. Be extra aware of aggression -both self and other, and don’t engage. Rather step back and ask yourself if there is a different way forward as that what this planetary energy is all about.
If you are confused by ‘what its all about’ there’s reason as Neptune stationed direct on the 3rd, bringing her vibration to a higher resonance, after her long retrograde passage of review. This can be lovely as Neptune rules spirituality, creativity, intuition, and the higher vibration of love. But it’s also confusing, often filled with disillusion, over idealization, and loss. This is another good reason to hit the pause button before moving forward into any unknown landscapes. Better use of present energies is to call up your intuition, and create a beautiful ritual for your day before setting out. Use Neptune’s mystery to inspire a deeper creative force field, along with an ability to tune your vibration toward a higher vibration of love. This will help restore the frustration and martyred Mars hurt that often accompanies his retrograde passage. Grow braver as you grow more vulnerable, and aware of what you need emotionally. It is a critical time for selfcare, I write again, yet again.
Moving toward the upcoming Gemini Full Moon on the 7th, we may feel some of Gemini’s inherent duality, after all it is the sign of the twins. Humans are made of dust and eros, perfection and mistakes, and they don’t always work in tandem. Our human need for food and shelter takes precedence over the spirit desire for healing. We need both and under a Gemini Full Moon we may see how we can not only have both, but connect and refine our human and spirit twins. Understanding our within-self builds bridges to understand the’without,’ or the other, and may bring a greater empathy for those others who drive us crazy because they are so different than we are- AND so wrong! Ha ha ha!
With Mars nestled beside the Moon, directing his inner warrior into her light, we might hear a higher soul-Self. Let’s ask Mars to pause and listen to emotional motivation, and parameters of courage to see if there is a better way. It all comes with practice, right? This is a good time to keep adjusting boundaries, growing empathetic awareness, along with larger ears to hear what’s really important. With luck, we come to deeper understandings of how to use the oh so precious commodity of our energy. If it’s being wasted on anger and regret, ask the Full Moon to shine her bright light within as well as without. You have all the power you need to create an exquisite light within to lead you onward to higher ground and happier holidays!
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During the holidays, I’m advising myself to 1.Keep it simple. 2. Build an altar 3. Bake bread. 4. Blow kisses to my loved ones. 5. Celebrate my life, and think about how I wish to be remembered. As I wrote last week, “If you’re not yet clear on how you prefer to be remembered, then “Make of yourself a light” as Mary Oliver wrote. I think of this each night as shadow falls early, the geese return to the hill as nature sheds her summer life. What is the light I choose to embody and grow? What is the light I can offer the world? What is the light I send up upon dying? This is no time to retreat. No surrender! No returning to a cozy womb. Rather, stand as a spirit guardian of your destiny, and take flight. If you need guidance at this time, email samcatcam@gmail.com to set up a mini Astrological review 25 minutes for $25
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YOUR PRACTICE: As Mars rules the body, we are asked to slow down, despite his favored forward, heat seeking drive. Frustration and anger are at the ready, making Self Care a necessity. Tune in and listen to what you need. Allow the emotional body to lead bone and muscle, to soothe and comfort. Use your intuition to listen to your wisdom body and create a sense of safety and good-will to carry you onward into yet another powerful month of change.
BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK: Be vulnerable with yourself. Listen, don’t judge. Yes, it’s a complex year ahead, but you will find many healing opportunities for body and mind. Your creative spirit is opening to wider landscapes which offer you confidence to grow beyond old structure. You may feel buffeted by strong winds asking you to shed old skin, especially in re-aligning important relationships. You are to grow more authentic and confident to stand your ground with greater love. YOU are up to the task if you but listen, and open heart and mind to what you know is true.
ASTROLOGICAL CONSULTATION: Astrology is a way of understanding your soul’s journey, and what you came to release, learn, and master. In a consultation, we explore past, present, future to heal, and discover your riches. We plumb decisions to be faced, discovering how you can better align with these transformative times. I have been an intuitive, psychological, soul-centered Astrologer for the past 25 years, working practically and metaphysically. Contact: Samantha at samcatcam@gmail.com.
DECEMBER CLASSES ~Everyone Welcome!
WED. DEC. 7, 5:15 pm ET, VINYASA YOGA at Laughing Dog Yoga. This is a mid-level, hybrid class. Please sign up at LD before 2 pm if you wish to be on the floor in the studio. www.ldyoga.com . If you cannot attend class, request a recording.
FRI. DEC 9, 8:30 AM ET, Pilates-Core & Stretch. Class is zoom only, and this is the last Friday session before reverting to its usual Thursday 8:30 slot. Class is simple, deep and fun with wonderful practices for core strength and lengthening muscle in support of subtle power. I cloud recordings available. Email- samcatcam@gmail.com. Check out my YouTube channel for pilates & Yoga https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9A14kJKdAmsfU7qg0-HRHQ
SAT DEC. 10, 9-10:30 AM, ET This is a mid-level VINYASA hybrid class where we practice standing our ground, AND reaching beyond old limitations to withstand winds of change. At this choiceful time, we turn to a Practice of heart and spirit, via breath, muscle, and laughter. ICloud recording available. Take a class from my channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9A14kJKdAmsfU7qg0-HRHQ
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