Woman to Woman Report

Interpretation text copyright 1997 by Gloria Star Woman to Woman An Astrological Portrait Prepared for Princess Diana Your astrological chart provides an amazing guidepost to the most important aspect of your life: an understanding of yourself. As a woman today, you face the challenge of discovering yourself within the context of many life experiences. You wear a variety of faces and play many roles, experiences which can both enhance and complicate your feeling of satisfaction with yourself and your life. Your astrological chart provides indicators which help to define who you are, strengthening an understanding of your needs on every level. Each chart is different in its make-up, and the myriad combinations of influences help to underscore the importance of each person as an individual. One thing you must remember when working with astrology: it is through your free will that you make choices. Your "chart" does not make you do anything! We are finally acknowledging and realizing within today's world, that men and women experience life differently. The workings of your psyche, symbolized by your astrological chart, are likely to be experienced quite differently through your filter as a woman than they would be if you were born male. This report is designed for you, a woman in a world of change, a woman seeking to become whole. Your natal, or birth, chart is made up of several factors. Drawn upon a circular wheel, your natal chart shows the positions of the planets relative to your place, date and time of birth. Everything is indicated symbolically, with each symbol having specific meanings. The planets, Sun and Moon are placed around the circle, and each is placed within a particular degree of a sign of the zodiac. The planets, Sun and Moon are energy bodies, and the astrological signs indicate how these energies work. Just as you are a complex of feelings, needs, drives and desires - your natal chart maps these qualities. You will also notice that the planetary symbols fall within particular segments of the circle. These segments, called "Houses", indicate the specific environments and relationships which are part of your life. You may find, upon reading your report, that there are a few contradictions. For example, one factor may indicate independence, while another shows strong dependency. It is not unusual to experience contradictions within yourself, and that is just what your chart illustrates about you! But when you reflect upon these qualities within the context in which they are explained, you may discover some self-illuminating facts about yourself. Self-understanding has a marvelous way of emphasizing your personal power! An Overall Glimpse at Your Astrological Chart The astrological signs are defined by one of four elements: fire, earth, air or water. The fire and air elements have a yang (masculine polarity) quality, and tend to be more outgoing and assertive in their nature, whereas the earth and water elements have a yin (feminine polarity) quality, and are more receptive by nature. The elemental balance in your chart is determined by the amount of energy within each elemental sign. The factors added together to find this balance of energy include the Sun, Moon, planets and the angles of the Ascendant and Midheaven. Your chart shows a strong predominance of earth energy, indicating that you are a "show me," kind of person. A practical, common sense approach to life feels most comfortable, and you'll most enjoy life when you have your feet on the ground. You're the earth mother type - with a natural inclination toward sensuality, practicality and conservation. In any situation, you prefer to build strength and stability and you may be oriented toward producing: at the end of the day, you're much happier if you have something to show for your efforts. But be very careful of a tendency to narrow your vision to the dimension of the physical plane. There are multiple levels of reality! Another aspect of your basic nature is determined by the balance of the modes in your chart. The modes are also defined by sign, which are grouped together as either cardinal, fixed or mutable. You have fixed energy strongest, which helps to account for your ability to stay with a project, relationship or idea until you are satisfied or until your responsibility is fulfilled. The downfall of this strength is not knowing when to let go, and you can be quite stubborn when facing the possibility of change or challenge. However, you also have a strong level of cardinality, which is expressed through your motivational spirit and your ability to initiate new situations or relationships. You may also be concerned with the areas in your chart which appear to be empty. Never fear, these houses are not really vacant! You are just not placing as much emphasis in these relationships or environments, or you may be satisfying these needs through other dimensions of your life. Projection of Your Real Self Sometimes showing the world who you really are is not easy, and sometimes the world may not respond as you had hoped! It's helpful to take a look at the differences and similarities between the attitudes, impressions and images you project and the person who resides at the core of your being. With your Sun in Cancer you can radiate a kind of comfort and care which comes from the core of your being. You thrive most when you're taking part in nourishing - whether you're tending your garden, teaching others, safeguarding children or fostering growth in a company. You may express strong sentimentality due to your attachment to the past, and can be especially tenacious with situations, people and your goals. Emotional sensitivity is simply a part of your essence, although your protective shell can fool people. Your Ascendant is the face you present to the world, and shows how others see you. Your Ascendant, or rising sign, is Sagittarius. You're likely to project the image of an adventurer, and may be most comfortable when you're dressed for play or sports. But you can also have an air of classical elegance or wealth about you. Your manner can be quite direct, and others may sometimes see you as loud, boisterous or messy if you've gotten out of control! You prefer to show an attitude of optimism, and may be known for your sense of humor. Others may never know when you're feeling low. Jupiter, the planetary energy associated with your rising sign, is in Aquarius in your chart. Your ability to see things from a universal perspective makes you a good candidate for public relations situations. Others may be inspired by your ground-breaking ideas, actions and behavior. With Jupiter in semi-square aspect to your Ascendant, you are possessed with a powerful sense of optimism but have a tendency to expect too much from yourself and others some of the time. Since you may prefer to think of a life as a series of opportunities to grow, you may be more interested in pursuing new directions than continuing to develop an existing situation. Others can be frustrated if you've promised too much, or if you fail to follow through on your obligations. Explore your underlying motivations before you agree to take on another task. With Uranus in trine aspect to your Ascendant, you can integrate your individuality and autonomy into your life in such a way that allows you to still fit into society in a comfortable manner. Your uniqueness may be the trademark that enhances your ability to step into new situations. Your independent spirit is definitely present through your personality expression. Instead of trying to overturn the status quo, you may be able to inspire or initiate changes which will definitely alter it. You may be quite comfortable playing several roles, although you are likely to prefer freedom of expression in each of them. There are many different facets of the Moon in your chart. But when it comes to your identity, your Moon speaks volumes about who you are at the deepest level: the soul of your being. Your Aquarius Moon stimulates your need to know as much as possible. Because of this, others may see you as an intellectual sort, whether you think of yourself in this manner or not. At the core of your being, you know that you are pure consciousness, and it is that feeling which drives you and keeps you alive. You can feel that part of you which is connected to the whole of humanity, but you may not like what you see when you look at people, since humans are not always humanitarian. Because of this connection, you may sense that your life is not entirely your own, that somehow, you're here to make a difference. And so you are. Understanding Your Inner Feminine Self Although the temptation is to think that just because you are a woman you are in touch with your inner feminine self, this is a much more complicated task than it appears to be! First of all, the model for the true power of femininity has been lost over recent history and is now becoming re-energized. Recovering this power is a personal task for each woman, and learning to use feminine power cnstructively on a collective level is another challenge for today's woman. This process is the cradle of self-healing, and provides the essence of your personal security. The primary energies associated with your inner feminine self are the Moon and Venus, but Neptune and Pluto are also significant in your experience and expression of this part of your psyche. The Moon is the energy which filters through your subconscious self, and tells the story of your connection to the part of you which provides nurturing, support, care and comfort. The person who projects the model for your Moon energy is your mother, and you see her through the lens of your own emotional matrix, signified by the Moon. As you mature, you learn to send this energy into the world, but to be truly effective, you must first own this energy and know how to use it to care for yourself! Through the energy of your Aquarius Moon, you have your own unique style of expressing your femininity. You can be outspoken, and may express attitudes which go against the grain of conservative thinking. You've never liked the thought of being saddled with traditional roles, and even if you have children, you're not likely to take on the job of mother in a conventional manner. As a revolutionary type of woman, you might prefer to be considered for who you are as a person. Your feminine self is not necessarily crippled by this attitude, but you may have a little trouble expressing your tender emotions or giving in to your feelings, even when they are overwhelming. What you dislike most about emotionality is the fact that emotions do not make sense. Well, it's the truth, but not everything in life is logical, Ms. Spock. You feel the way you feel, and expressing those feelings does not diminish you or your power. In fact, it is through that very expression that you may become fully authenticated! Your unpredictability is rivaled only by your need for personal space, and you may be uncomfortable in relationships which have a lot of requirements. Unconditional love and acceptance are your watchwords, but you may not always find this, even from yourself, once you cross the threshold of intimacy. If you feel you've gotten in over you head, your attempt to stabilize yourself may be a bit radical, and your lover or partner may experience your withdrawal as aloofness or coldness. Unless you want to underscore this impression, you must clarify that you simply need a little time and space to get clear about your feelings. Then, be honest with yourself about what precipitated your bolting through the door. That fear of losing your independence and autonomy may have grabbed you by the throat. But you may also simply need a change. Trust your intuitive sensibilities to guide you. Be honest about the way you feel and give up on the idea that you will always understand your emotions. They simply are. And they are an important part of you. The energy of your Moon in square aspect to Venus stimulates a feeling of discontent. You feel internal conflict when you want what you cannot have, and can be caught in the throes of emotional turmoil when you are faced with letting go of one situation in order to move into something different. That old adage, "you can't have your cake and eat it too," applies to the type of dilemma you frequently face, especially in the realm of relationships. When faced with compromise, you feel depleted. Yet you may also fail to allow yourself to really go for the things you want, since the fear of losing something that valuable can be overwhelming. You are highly susceptible to emotional blackmail, and may be reluctant to admit it when you feel strongly for someone because you don't want to be vulnerable. All these attempts to keep yourself protected act like a barrier against your happiness. And until you address your fears of intimacy, you may never have a fully functional relationship. You could gain exceptional benefit from studying human psychology and learning about human behavior. Working in a therapeutic group situation could also provide methods for you to understand the manner in which you relate to others and they relate to you. Then, you can ultimately risk developing a gradual intimacy. A female friendship provides a safe starting place, since part of your frustration arises from a lack of trust of yourself as a woman. Sharing your feelings and thoughts with a friend, and taking responsibility for becoming a good friend yourself, will help you overcome the barriers which may have been in place since you were a young girl. Jumping into an intimate relationship before you've learned to trust yourself and your feelings can leave you vulnerable, and may even expose your mate to your unresolved issues. Your Moon is in opposition to Mars, stimulating a need for excitement. You may also feel that you are a magnet for conflict and crisis, and your life may seem to be somewhat crisis ridden. Others may think of you as a temperamental woman, and you can certainly be rather expressive when you want to be. Your anger can reach the point of overwhelming you, and you may find that when you do express excessive anger, you become emotionally exhausted. Yet you cannot resist getting things stirred up a bit, especially if you are ready for things to change. It's finding the balance point that's difficult, since going too far one way really causes problems. Relationships with men can be quite interesting, since you are capable of being just as assertive and may not be willing to wait for him to act (or react!). The old model of the man in pursuit would be okay with you if the man would act when you wanted him to act, but you have little patience, especially if you want something right now! But you do like the idea of knowing that you are also desirable, and that is the rock versus the hard place. You may also find it difficult to avoid getting others emotionally stimulated, especially if you know that there's a fight in there somewhere - so watch the way you handle being emotionally manipulative. This is true in your intimate relationships, with your children, and with your friends. Passive-aggressive maneuvers will get you into trouble, and it's a good idea to at least strive for honesty, especially if you want to walk away on good terms. Your Moon is in opposition aspect to Uranus, adding a high level of unpredictability to your emotional nature and a need for personal independence. You need excitement, change and distraction, but at levels you can tolerate without totally disrupting your life. You may also be more comfortable when you're independent, instead of being tied to a set schedule, a certain role or a particular list of demands. As an independent woman, you are more likely to tolerate commitments. If you're expected or demanded to do certain things, you may just rebel for the sake of rebellion. After all, you're an individual! There may be other planetary aspects in your chart which add a level of focus and stability to your life, but this influence alone can disrupt even the best laid plans! At the level of your soul you cry out to be seen and accepted for who you are, unconditionally. That acceptance must first come from within yourself. This influence also indicates the possibility of higher than normal fluctuations in hormonal levels, which can also stimulate more profound emotional changeability. Those who are close to you probably recognize a cyclical level to your alterations in mood, and you can probably tie them to a cycle yourself if you pay attention. You may or may not decide to choose motherhood as an option, and may be more comfortable in non-traditional relationships. To maintain a relationship you need plenty of room to be yourself. And to be the kind of mother you want to be, you need to develop a supportive relationship with your children which has some levels of consistency. You may relate to teen-agers more easily than to small children. Your Moon is in the Disseminating Moon Phase of the Lunation Cycle. The idea behind this lunar phase is that of broadcasting seeds, and although there is a masculine quality implied, this phase is definitely one which requires yin, or feminine, levels of continuity. You may feel driven to teach others, to share what you know, and are quite comfortable in the role of mentor. In fact, your mentoring flows so naturally that others may not realize that you're passing on to them a truly powerful depth of knowledge and understanding. Your own understanding of yourself and life experience can be enhanced when you open yourself and release your power, creativity and understanding into the world. The archetypal quality associated with this moon phase is that of "The Companion," the essence of equality, trust and sharing. It is crucial that you maintain a strong connection with the core of your being, so that you remain aware and awake, instead of allowing your own direction to be shaped by beliefs, ideals or attitudes which seem more powerful than your personal focus. Instead of being driven by these beliefs and ideals, you grow more fully into yourself when you add your ingredients to the soup and alter the outcome. Your crusade can be quite exciting. Through the energy of Venus you express your feminine wiles, and also locate the part of yourself that needs to be emotionally expressive. Your sense of inner beauty and feelings of personal worth are also functions of Venus. Venusian energy is part of your connection to other women, and the placement of Venus in your chart can tell you a lot about your openness and acceptance of your own femininity. Although your Moon may indicate your basic emotional nature, the manner by which you express your feelings is frequently through Venusian energy. Through the energy of Venus in Taurus you express an earthy type of sensuality and a deep appreciation for natural beauty. You seek out experiences which speak to the beautiful side of life: music, the arts, and creative expression are all important to you. You also have a special affinity for the earth and her life forms, and may enjoy a lifestyle which makes you feel in harmony with the earth. Colors of the earth enhance your own beauty, especially greens and rich earth tones. Touch is an important factor in developing a strong bond, and you may have difficulty feeling close to someone unless they are nearby. Surrounded by the things and people you love most, your own beauty radiates a glow that is difficult to ignore. Once you've found your own particular style in your manner of attire, hair style or other forms of self-expression, you're likely to stay with it. You do allow room for improvement, however, but are more open if it's your idea! When you're loving, you love completely and deeply, and have little tolerance for anyone who only provides lip service. You may expect that your lover will be as committed as you are, and can be sorely hurt if your trust is betrayed. You know what you like, and may not be open to trying something different. And you prefer to savor life, love and the things you enjoy. You can be a patient and understanding lover, although you can be quite possessive. When you're committed to something, you put your heart into it. The influence of Venus in trine aspect to Saturn indicates that you take a straightforward approach to expressing your feelings. You're willing to give yourself time to determine what you want and how you feel, and this enhances your emotional maturity. Sometimes, you may take yourself a little too seriously, but you rarely go overboard. Although you prefer to be around others who are personally responsible, you may discover that you are the one who understands the bottom line and ultimately carries through. Men may be attracted to your impeccable manner, but may appreciate you most for your helpful support. As a mother, you provide a wonderful, steady support for your children, and understand their needs for continuity and responsible tolerance. These energies are a plus in all your relationships, because you have an honest grasp on the importance of longevity and the passage of time in developing an abiding and trusting love. With the energy of Venus in a square aspect to Uranus, you have a rebellious spirit which shows in the way you present yourself as a woman. You may choose unusual forms of dress, different hairstyles or colors, or other forms of adornment which fly in the face of convention. Sometimes you do it for effect. Other times, you're just feeling experimental. Your approach to relationships may have much the same effect, and you're not likely to settle for playing the roles traditionally delegated to women. If your actions or attitudes alienate others, then this energy become counterproductive. What you really need is to be accepted for your uniqueness. Although the planets Neptune and Pluto move very slowly and are generational in nature, they do have an influence upon your psyche. These energies define much about the collective experience which shapes your inner self. You're experiencing Neptunian energy when you're in the midst of reverie, when you're deep in dreams and when you're feeling compassionate. Neptune drives your imagination, the realm of illusion and your psychic sensibilities. Because Neptune is difficult to grasp on a physical level, there is a lot about this energy that can be problematic, and when you are caught in the negative grasp of Neptune, you can give in to addictive behaviors, escapism and deception manifesting. But you do have a way of channeling this energy. It is through Neptune that you find the heart of compassionate love and understanding. This is the doorway to your inner self. With Neptune in Scorpio, you are part of the generation of women, born from 1955 to 1970 who are forging new frontiers in the sexual revolution. This is not only in terms of human sexuality, but also extends to the roles men and women play in regenerating society. You are the generation who will grapple with issues of control and whose influence in the arenas of human rights will cover the entire spectrum from conception, to birth, to sexual lifestyles, to choices in death. As you are maturing and making these choices, you may resist the idea that some belief system or government should dictate the choices you make in these intimate situations. But you must also create a vision which goes beyond these old systems and which encompasses a true compassion for the experience of life and the pain and joy of choice on every level. Pluto represents the primordial essence. It is from this level that all transformation occurs: birth, death, illness and healing. It is also here that the powerful kundalini force continually regenerates itself. This is the space of all creation and all power. It is the space of origin: the Great Mother. You are part of a generation of women born from 1957 through 1972 who have Pluto in Virgo. It has been your challenge to develop a true awareness of the relationship between mind, body and environment. You've blasted through many of the mysteries of the way humans function - at physical, psychological and sociological levels. Additionally, you may be seeking a way to improve the quality of life and are likely to be dealing with repairing mistakes and fixing things as much as you are creating new options. At an individual level, this energy prompts you to determine ways to improve yourself. Owning Your Inner Masculine Self For centuries, women were not allowed to assert themselves in the world, and carefully learned the role of supporter of their "men." Those who failed to respond in this manner were frequently shunned or punished, although there have always been women who defied convention! During this century particularly, women have broken out of their strictly "conventional" roles, and have been making their way in the world. Because of this, women have been successful at fulfilling more of their needs, and owning their own power more readily. As a result, a woman's relationship with the men in her life has also changed. Despite women's collective knowledge about the need to be whole persons, it is still sometimes easier to allow men (fathers, brothers, lovers and husbands) to "own" certain qualities. (They, in turn, prefer that women own certain qualities - like emotions!) But to become truly whole and functional, it is necessary to find and incorporate your inner masculine self into your sense of wholeness, instead of projecting that part of yourself onto others (most usually men) in your life. Through the process of becoming at home with your ego, you gain a true sense of personal strength and power. To own this power, you must learn to acknowledge that it is okay to be recognized for who and what you are. Your Sun energy is the primary factor in the expression of ego needs. As a young girl, you may have seen your father through the filter of your Sun. His power of getting out into the world, and the manner by which he did it, have shaped your own sense of personal identity. And today, the Sun in your chart may symbolize significant men. But this energy is, in itself, the core of your spirit. Even when you're expressing your assertiveness and will, your emotional sensitivity acts as a filter. You innately know that expressing your masculine side has nothing do with acting like a man, but that, instead, you can assert yourself and enjoy the edge that being a woman confers. Your projection of the masculine has a feminine quality - Cancer is a feminine water sign! Before you can readily assert yourself, you must "get a feeling" for the person or situation; it's almost as though you turn inward before you turn outward. It may be difficult for you to stand up to boisterous, power-hungry individuals, and your shields are likely to go up when you're confronted with circumstances that seem to assault your vulnerability. However, once you're more at home with a situation, your sensitivity will help you navigate through it more gracefully than some of those rowdy types of individuals. You appreciate sensitive men, although you may attract men who need to be mothered. As you've discovered, there are many ways to nurture, and these will be explored later on in your report. However, you may also think you need a man to protect you. When you step back and look at it, who is protecting whom? Your drive to accomplish recognition may be stimulated by your need to create the security you need for yourself and your family, and once you have children, they may take first priority. Adding emphasis to your self-expression is your need to be recognized as a thoughtful or intelligent woman which is emphasized through the conjunction of your Sun and Mercury. The value you place upon learning, knowledge or information can be rather intense. You may also be under the impression that if you're smart enough, you'll get what you want from life. That may be true, but there are many levels of intelligence. One of those levels involves knowing when to stop talking and start listening, so remember that if you feel that you're not really being heard. You may be inconsistent in owning your personal masculinity with your Sun in semisquare aspect to Uranus. When you're confident in your abilities and expressing your individuality, you can relate to men on an equal level (your preference) and remain in the moment quite easily. But when you're feeling overly rebellious or take actions which undermine your personal stability, you may discover that you're attracting situations which leave you feeling rather out of place and men who are simply flakes. Finding ways to express your uniqueness without turning over the apple cart requires finesse, and through listening to your intuitive self more readily, you'll become much more adept at staging revolutions where everybody benefits. Through the influence of your Sun in trine aspect to Neptune you may express the masculine qualities of your ego self by directing your energy toward helping others. You may not need the recognition or the spotlight, although you can be quite gracious in its glow. Your need to integrate the spiritual and creative aspects of your self-expression flows much more easily when you are in harmony with the rhythm of life. Your way of developing your identity may be connected to creating peace and making a difference in the quality of life. At least some of the role models you've followed have known how to use their power positively, and your admiration for this quality arises from your own desire to establish yourself as an influential and healing woman. Your willpower is supported by your ability to embrace and utilize change through the sextile aspect between your Sun and Pluto. You realize the importance of owning your strengths, and may be instrumental is helping others do the same. Psychologically, you are more likely to feel good about embracing your needs to be assertive and strong - your masculine side - but you know that this does not mean that you have to take control of someone's life. And you're not willing to allow that to happen to you, either! Mars energy is assertive, aggressive and combative, and can be angry. These are not "feminine" qualities. In fact, women who possess and project these qualities from within themselves often get bad names, and are called "ball-busters," or other expletives, by the men who are dealing with them. But to become fully whole, you need to accept the manner in which you can utilize your Mars energy so that you are confident and strong with it, and so you can get into the world and make things happen for yourself! Harnessing your assertive self is rarely your first priority. With Mars in Virgo, you're usually focused on getting the job done in the best manner possible. Although your work may be meticulous and the things you produce awe-inspiring, you may have difficulty standing up for yourself and making sure you get the attention you deserve. It may be much easier for you to allow someone who seems more powerful fight the battles while you plan the strategy. You may never take "no" for an answer, especially if you're set on pursuing something or someone you really want. The influence of Mars conjunct Pluto in your chart adds an amazing level of intensity to your assertiveness. In fact you can even become obsessive if you've lost your objectivity. Releasing anger and hostility instead of repressing it will afford you a much greater level of personal freedom. Developing Your Mind Education and learning are lifelong processes. Your approach to developing your intellect is multifaceted, but there are special indicators in your astrological chart which help you understand the best ways to develop your mentality. Improving and strengthening communication skills is also part of developing your mind, since connecting to others is certainly improved if you can effectively illustrate your point of view! Although the energy of Mercury is traditionally considered to be the main indicator of your mentality, there are also other qualities which are part of your mental and intellectual self. First, let's look at Mercury, which is the energy through which you link your thoughts and ideas with others. You are a receptive thinker with Mercury in Cancer and can use your convictions and personal feelings about someone or something to your advantage when you need to express your ideas. You may have a photographic memory, with outstanding abilities to recall anything you've seen or learned. If you really want to remember something, see it in your mind. Your ability to recall the details can be quite amazing. Although you can be a little sentimental, and may love romantic stories and songs, you can be objective when necessary. You may be a first class storyteller, with an excellent ability to use different inflections in your voice. Your ability to grasp information quickly may be heightened with Mercury sextile Mars. One thing is sure: you like to get to the point! You may have little patience with slow decision-making processes. Your quick wit may be one of your trademarks. You have big ideas and may overestimate your abilities or underestimate the requirements of a job or situation with Mercury in quincunx aspect to Jupiter. Jumping into an experience with inadequate preparation can also be a problem with this aspect, since your eagerness can outweigh your abilities some of the time. But this rarely dampens your enthusiasm, which is one of the qualities that keeps you interested in life and gives you the energy to stand up and start again. Your imagination and creativity enhance your intellectual development with Mercury in trine aspect to Neptune. You may be a gifted writer, artist, actress or photographer-- and whether or not you develop these talents, you have an excellent eye for that which is beautiful and enthralling. You perform at your peak in an environment which is serene and inspires your visionary manner of thinking. Probing into the depths is fascinating to you. With Mercury sextile Pluto, you're rarely satisfied with what you see on the surface. Consequently you are inclined to research, investigate and question. Complex ideas appeal to you, and you may enjoy subjects which challenge your mind. The energy of your Moon also has a mental component. The Moon is the realm of thought, the process of subconscious thinking, and plays a strong role in intuitive thinking. You're fascinated by unusual ideas and unique individuals, and may enjoy learning about anything that takes you into the realm of the future. The influence of your Aquarius Moon in your intellectual growth and development is quite remarkable. You look for possibilities, and prefer learning situations which allow room for experimentation. You may learn best in an environment which is open and will allow you to grow at your own pace, and perform at your peak when you have the freedom to express your ideas and talents. Jupiter also plays an important role in learning, stimulating you to look ahead into the realm of possibility, beyond the horizon of the now. Through the energy of Jupiter, you share what you know with others. As a woman, you are likely to feel most at home when you use this energy to encourage and support others, but you can also apply this to yourself! You may embrace a philosophy which embraces the diversity of humankind with Jupiter in Aquarius. Developing your mind is an important priority in your life, and you can be quite intellectually adept. Your original ideas are part of your charm, and others may be impressed by your ability to integrate new concepts into existing structures. Your interest in other cultures and ability to relate to people from many walks of life may lead to your study of human relations, sociology or business management. Although you may have great admiration and respect for yourself and others who achieve their goals, you may have a tendency to underestimate your own abilities with Jupiter conjunct Saturn. This influence provides a need to accomplish focus and outreach at the same time, quite a task, but there are situations which will allow you to do just this. Educational pursuits fall within this framework, particularly the pursuit of professional accreditation or accomplishment in your chosen field. However, this aspect can also represent a tendency to avoid challenges and take the easy way out. You may not trust belief systems, especially if you feel that your life has been negatively manipulated by someone posing as an ultimate authority. Finding your own path can require a series of shifts in consciousness, but as long as you know you are on the path of personal discovery, you'll welcome the transformation. The purpose of Saturn is to provide clarity, structure, form and discipline - elements which are certainly important to learning. Saturn functions primarily as your inner teacher. Mothers are the most influential Saturnian models in western society. They provide the structure, guidance and support for their children in the realms of learning, socialization or personal growth. Once you enter society as a child, teachers play the Saturnian role. But the role of mothers and teachers in relationship to Saturn is to help you define the structure upon which you will build your life. Then, you "own" your Saturn, and know how to discipline and focus your own energy. You're likely to do whatever is necessary to help you accomplish your aims with Saturn in Capricorn. If that includes extensive education, then you're on track, but you may also discover that the things you need most to learn are in the school of life. You can be highly disciplined, and may have a desire to achieve mastery in your chosen field. You also appreciate the practical side of life and might enjoy learning skills which help you maintain control over your life - like knowing how to change your own tires or repair a leak in the kitchen sink. The areas of your chart which are connected most strongly to mental and intellectual development are the 3rd, 9th and 11th Houses. The 3rd House of your chart deals with communication and the development of concepts. Developing your mind is a very high priority with Aquarius on the cusp of your 3rd House. Although you love to learn, you may not enjoy adhering to a particular structure in your education: you have your own ideas about what is important! However, you can follow the program if necessary, especially if it means you will ultimately be able to become more independent as a result. You can be quite opinionated, although you may like to think of yourself as humanitarian, and frequently take an idealistic stand (at least according to your family). With Uranus ruling this house you are concerned for the welfare of humanity, and you may also enjoy reaching out to make contact with the people on the planet. You're also interested in making contact with beings living beyond the bounds of earth. Here on earth, you may be fascinated by technology, and be a wiz with computers. With the energy of your Moon in the 3rd House, you have an impressionable mind and are capable of absorbing a great deal of information. However, recall can be a little more difficult, especially if you were daydreaming when you were listening to that lecture. If you are attentive, you can remember quite vividly. You may have never enjoyed studying, although you can be a very effective writer and communicator. Emotional sensitivity plays a powerful role in your thinking processes, and if you're upset or vulnerable, you can be easily swayed by the influence and opinions of others. It can be difficult for you to separate your feelings from your thoughts, and as a result, your decision-making processes usually incorporate both. Your 9th House shows your approach to higher learning, which is usually accomplished through a college or professional degree program. Subjects like philosophy, religion, political science, cultural pursuits and the like are strongly associated with this facet of your development. The influence of Leo on the cusp of your 9th House adds a powerful sense of confidence in your ability to learn and develop your understanding. Your search for Truth drives you to study a broad range of material, but you also enjoy learning about some things just because you like them! You may have a bit of wanderlust and do love to travel and experience the wide diversity present in life on earth. The Sun's rulership of this house adds a sense of pride to your educational accomplishments. But you can also be quite sensitive to criticism from others about what you know, how you say things or the manner in which you do things. You're excited by the experiences of travel and may have a passion for learning with Mars in the 9th House. This placement also stimulates a mental restlessness, and can indicate some difficulty focusing your mind. You need some distractions in your life but can disrupt your flow and concentration by adding too many options. Your enthusiasm and zeal for your beliefs and ideals can be quite intense, and you can be quite effective stimulating the interest of others through your own devotion and strength of your convictions. You may need to guard against a tendency toward trying to influence others to change their own ideals against their will, since you can be extremely persuasive. You're a trail blazer with Uranus in the 9th House, and can have a life filled with unusual experiences and rare treasures. Drawn to unorthodox philosophies and eccentric ideas, your views of life can encompass a true sense of unconditional acceptance. Your unique ideas and unusual manner of expressing them can be quite beneficial to your success in writing, speaking, broadcasting, publishing, teaching, diplomatic relations and ventures not yet tested. You may have an unusual education, and may not follow traditional methods of learning, but you can still develop your own special genius as long as you remain mentally active and experimental. Your ideas about education can stimulate revolutionary changes, and you may be quite active in doing just that through your local school board or participation in the field of teaching itself. Travel on the physical plane and within the inner realms can open new vistas of awareness. You may even have some connection to the aerospace industry, a fascination with life on other planets and a wonderful ability to envision alternate realities. With Pluto in the 9th House you can be quite dogmatic in your ideals and beliefs, but you are also likely to completely transform those belief systems at least once during this lifetime. You understand the power of the mind and the importance of educational excellence. You may pursue educational endeavors which will allow you to strengthen your own understanding. An avid researcher and careful investigator, you are more likely to expose corruption and abuse, and can create powerful changes through sharing your discoveries. Through the 11th House you learn from peers, and connect with your community. The 11th House involves your special interests, too. This is very much the school of life, because this is also the area which relates to developing your goals. You may wish that life would just provide the right situations, and that by living a just and harmonious life, that you would get where you're trying to go. With Libra on the cusp of your 11th House, you may not always have definitive goals - like a list of objectives. But when you think about it, you do have preferences, and those preferences frequently act as the anchor for your goals. The influence of the energy of Venus, which is the ruler of this house, adds strong values to your aims and objectives. You may also like the idea of achieving a certain amount of prestige and social status, and may even take these considerations into account when organizing the overall plan of your life. This may function subconsciously, but when you get inside yourself, you can probably see how these needs drive you to make some of your choices. The influence of Neptune in your 11th House can create a lack of direction. You may not be sure of your goals, although you do like to dream about possibilities. Setting goals can seem like a waste of time because you can also lose track of your aims and then feel that you have somehow failed. But if you apply this energy in its fullest strength, you can use your inner vision to manifest changes in your life. Your ability to visualize what you want can be exceptional. The problems you encounter may concern whether or not your dreams are within the realm of possibility, and if you can put the necessary action behind your vision to make it a reality. Your Special Edge It's true. Women are definitely the intuitive sex. The process of intuitive awareness may be more developed for you as a woman because you are more cyclically aware, thanks to your anatomy and hormonal changes. But there is something more. As a woman, your natural affinity with the energy of the Moon increases your receptivity, an important ingredient in opening to the intuitive process. Intuitive awareness is multifaceted. You can use it when you're dealing with emotional and psychological issues, you can apply it to your creative expression, and you can take advantage of your intuition in your work as part of your decision-making. Developing your intuitive process is like developing any other sensibility - you have to concentrate some time, effort and energy in order to finely hone this element of your psyche. Although some quality of intuition may be there innately, to make the most of it, you must learn to trust, listen and incorporate it into your life. The parts of your chart which are most strongly associated with intuitive sensibility are the water houses: the 4th House, the 8th House and the 12th House. The 4th House is connected to your soul history. It is here that you seek a sense of home, a connection to your family, and a feeling of safety and comfort. It is here that your soul remembers your past, even if your conscious mind cannot fit the pieces together. Your sense that your soul has a long and fascinating history is strengthened through the influence of Pisces on the cusp of your 4th House. It's easy to be persuaded by the needs of others and the beliefs and ideals of your family may be especially powerful for you. Yet you also know that you need to find your own path, and you may hide away a secret side of yourself which is quietly journeying toward the summits of understanding and spiritual awareness. Neptune's energy also influences this house, adding a deep perceptual awareness that you are much more than "merely human." Your yearning to travel home with your soul drives you to discover the reality of your inner self, which is where you are most alive. There are no planets in your 4th House indicating that you may not assert a strong level of conscious energy in building a connection to your soul. This does not mean that you cannot achieve an inner sense of recall regarding your soul's history or your deeper needs, but indicates instead that you may find the doorway through other activities or experiences beyond your connection to your family of origin or their traditions. To further understand this gateway to your soul, study the sign on the cusp of this house explained above for the influences which will help you remember your spiritual past. The 8th House brings you into your deepest emotional attachments, and is the space where you are alchemically transformed. This is the seat of your magical power: your ability to change yourself in order to become whole. Here is the heart of healing, but here you also hide your greatest vulnerabilities. Most people shy away from dealing with 8th House issues like sex, death and taxes. After all, there can be problems with any of them, and they are not easy to explore out in the open. But there is more. For your intuitive development, this area represents the part of you which holds your power, and you must learn to accept and embrace this side of yourself to feel truly satisfied with your life. You may have a strong feeling about the experiences of the great changes experienced through life on the physical plane with Cancer on the cusp of your 8th House. This influence strengthens your psychic sensitivity, particularly in the area of clairvoyance, but you can overreact emotionally to your impressions and feelings. Although it's difficult to remain objective, it is necessary to conquer your tendency to let your own emotional responses overwhelm you. The energy of your Moon also influences this house, emphasizing your need to gain an awareness of the manner in which your sensitivity on inner levels can effect your emotional stability. By developing an understanding of the way your inner self operates and learning to clear your energy when you fall into negative emotional states you can experience deep healing in your life. Since you do not have any planets in your 8th House you may not feel very strongly driven to probe into the mysteries of life. Perhaps you do not have issues in this regard, but there may also be other factors in your chart which drive you in this capacity, and do not need the additional focus in this particular area. To further understand your 8th House study the sign associated with it explained above, and look to the planet associated with that sign. The 12th House is the space of your dreams. Here, you surrender your conscious self and float into the beyond. This is also the place in your psyche which contains your past, and where you are one with all humanity. Your superconscious self rests in this part of your psyche: the part of yourself that transcends your everyday reality. With Scorpio influencing your 12th House you may have a deep inner struggle in your quest to fully acknowledge and express your true strength. You may have the capacity to develop an intense awareness of the inner planes, and can be strongly connected to the collective unconscious. If you use your enhanced awareness for positive healing and as a catalyst for regeneration, your soul is empowered. But if you direct your energy toward vengeance or become filled with resentment, you can literally destroy yourself through this influence. Pluto's rulership of this house adds a powerful intensity to the force of your subconscious mind, which, if surrendered to the guidance of your super-conscious self, can be transformed. Since you do not have any planets in your 12th House you may not feel a strong urge to probe into your dreams, and you may not feel extremely tied to your past. However, to fully understand the nature of this house study the meaning of the sign on the cusp, explained above, and look to the planet associated with that sign. The energy of your Moon plays an important role in your intuitive development. Since your Moon is related to your subconscious mind, it should not surprise you that this is the part of you that contains all knowledge about yourself and your life. Occasionally it's a good idea to purge from your psyche the things you no longer need - much like an internal house cleaning. Your hormonal cycles provide an excellent opportunity to do just that, and by using this natural rhythm to release, you can feel much more open to clearer transmission of intuitive thinking! With your Moon in Aquarius your intuitive self is always prompting you to open the doors to your originality. You may spend a lot of time on the mental planes, skimming around the world of ideas, thoughts and possibilities. But you can become caught in the world of your own thoughts and may lose track of the needs of those around you. Sometimes your ideas can be quite unique and progressive, and you may feel that you're ahead of your time. You may never be quite satisfied with yourself until you've learned ways to incorporate both your intuitive and creative processes with your logical and rational processes. There are other points related to the Moon which you'll find in your chart. They are called the Moon's Nodes, and are not planets, but points in space. The influence of the Moon's Nodes is felt on an inner level. From the South Node, you learn about your past and the natural inclinations which may influence many of your subconscious choices. In some ways, the South Node suggests old habits. The North Node of the Moon suggests a spiritual and emotional challenge, and represents the directions you may feel compelled to follow in your evolutionary path. Your task with your North Node in Leo is to develop your leadership and influence in ways which fill your heart with self-respect. Power for its own sake is not your goal. Rather, you are exploring the path of the power which arises from the heart of divine love and inspires your creativity and self-expression. Placing yourself in situations which allow you to radiate power and warmth into the lives of others will always benefit your spiritual and emotional growth. With the South Node in Aquarius your tendencies toward self-centered independence need to be abandoned in favor of using your sense of humanity as a springboard to experiencing true love and happiness. If you fall into the trap of prejudice or distaste, you will only inhibit the true power which sustains your spirit. Uranian intuition is the flash of insight. Sometimes that flash is so brilliant that you change your entire life to follow it's glow. This is also the part of you which defies restraint, and certainly your intuitive mind can celebrate that possibility! Your unique philosophies and ideals are stimulated by the energy of Uranus in your 9th House. You may feel quite strongly drawn toward a spiritual path which is somewhat experimental and non traditional, since you feel most connected to your higher self when you know that you've gotten there on your own! The development of your super-conscious self may include a desire to travel on the inner planes or to learn about and experience astral projection. Neptune's energy takes you into the world of the etheric - the place beyond the physical which is filled with mystical wonder. You surrender to this part of yourself when you meditate, when you give in to your creative muse, and when you give of yourself to others. In developing your intuitive and psychic sensibilities, Neptune provides a primary ingredient: letting go. Through this energy you surrender yourself to the greater truth. But be careful: you can also surrender your will to the power of deception and abuse through another of Neptune's doorways! Your vision of what you hope to achieve can be the key to realizing success with Neptune in your 11th House. But you have to learn the difference between dreaming and doing. Your intuitive sensibilities can be used to your benefit when you're focusing on your goals. You're the perfect candidate to utilize creative visualization and affirmation techniques to help you achieve success. Pluto's insight is on the deeper psychic level. Through Plutonian energy you can read between the lines. You see the twitch of an eye that tells the truth, you read the movement of hands, the tone of voice that betrays what words fail to say. Developing your Plutonian energy requires that you reach into the very depths of yourself and become familiar with your entire being. Yes, that includes your shadow self, your darker side - and it also encompasses your passion, your strength of survival and your ability to heal. You may feel close to the power which emanates from the Source of All Life with Pluto in your 9th House. Whether you achieve this connection through religious practice, academic study or personal investigation is not as important as your need to find a direction and philosophy which allow you to exercise high ethical and moral judgment in your own life. This can lead to your personal evolution and spiritual growth. Nurturing and Creating a Home Nurturing. Mothering. These experiences are associated with womanliness, but are not the sole definers of your womanhood. Although women are the only ones who can become mothers, it is not necessary to be a mother to become an exceptional nurturer! Nurturing is a natural expression for women - but the manner in which it is done is very individualized. Whether with children, lovers, partners, friends - or even with your own parents - you have ample opportunities to nurture others. The person who needs your nurturing most, however, is YOU. Although caring for others can fill a special place in your soul, the way you care for yourself is especially important. You may derive nourishment from developing your talents and skills, or through your work. Study or travel can be nourishing. And something as simple as a long soak in the tub can refill your spirit. Part of nourishing yourself is physical, part emotional and part is definitely environmental: what you create in a home. In exploring these factors together, you can begin to see the link between these different levels of personal fulfillment. Yet another facet of your Moon beyond what you've already explored, is what your Moon shows about your deepest needs. You can only feel whole when these needs are answered and fulfilled. Although it is tempting to look outside, your wisdom tells you that a great part of the responsibility for nourishment comes from within yourself. You may think that you don't really need much nurturing with an Aquarius Moon. The truth of the matter is that your soul is hungry for the feeling of freedom which occurs when you rise above the ordinary into the realm of the seemingly impossible. You can experience this transcendent freedom in many ways, but may feel it best when you're actually doing something that allows you to physically move beyond the bounds of earth. Flying, hot air balloon rides, hang gliding, even wind surfing may provide this boost to your soul. But you may also love skiing, skating, bicycling or running - when you feel the wind in your face and reach that point of lifting out of your body - your soul is free. Your approach to nurturing others is to help them find their own inner freedom, and you may encourage your children to feel good about their differences and to accept the true diversity of humanity. Your friends also provide an uplifting energy in your life, and spending time with them nourishes your soul. Sometimes a book is your best friend, and when you need to be alone with your thoughts, reading and contemplating can refuel your soul. Meditation and activities like hatha yoga, tai chi, chi gong or aikido may also help you maintain your mind/body/spirit connection. Saturn also plays a positive role in nurturance. Despite the bad rap Saturn sometimes receives, this energy is necessary to your stability and growth. Through Saturn, you learn to take responsibility for yourself and your actions. Saturn also seems to be the repository of your fears, and it's important to understand and deal with these emotions in order to be whole. Trying to repress such feelings blocks your ability to feel the positive, supportive energy that life has to offer. In many respects, the energy of Saturn is played out in your life by your experience with authority figures. Your mother and father, extended family and teachers were your primary Saturnian influences when you were a young girl, and their direction and guidance still whisper in the way you approach establishing your personal security. As an adult woman, you express Saturn through the manner in which you take responsibility for yourself and your needs for stability and security. You may be most comfortable with a predictable pattern and schedule and are definitely at ease when you're in charge of a situation. With Saturn in Capricorn you're a capable teacher and may achieve the greatest success in situations which allow you to create a structure or plan for others to follow. You may be right at home in traditional roles of wife and mother, but you can also do quite well following a career path. You need to achieve, and may be driven by a desire to gain respect. A common sense approach to dealing with life's challenges is your mainstay, and if you're balancing many roles, you can carry through successfully by keeping your priorities clearly in order. Your 4th House illuminates what you need in a home environment, where you will feel most comfortable and how you like to live. It is here that you create a feeling of safety, where you can let your hair down and be yourself. The qualities of Pisces radiate through your personal environment, adding a need for true serenity. Home is your escape, and your need for a place which feels far removed from the pressures of the world can be quite powerful. Neptune's influence of this house may stimulate a desire to live near water. If you have property near the ocean, a lake, stream or pond your comfort and inner peace are enhanced. But if you're stuck in an apartment somewhere, there's no need for despair. A small fountain or fish tank can add this energy. Water in the basement does not count, by the way, but may indicate that you need to bring water into your home more directly! Translucent colors are a wonderful touch to your home space, and you may take extra care in furnishing and decorating your bedroom. Just because you don't have planets in your 4th House don't think that you will not have a home! The sign on the cusp of this house, explained above, gives you clear information about your approach to building your nest, and the planet associated with that sign indicates the energy you use to accomplish that task. Meeting the World on Your Terms Career and financial arenas were for many years primarily part of the "man's world." Women stayed at home, cared for children, and took care of the social needs of the family. Now that so many women are in the work place, and with the advent of more open relationships where both partners are likely to share paying bills and making financial decisions, the world is changing. You can define your identity in the world in many ways today, including developing a career. Meeting the world on your own terms involves uncovering the manner in which you might shine most effectively and the way you use your resources, and creating a pathway which allows you to realize your goals. The Midheaven, which is usually near the top of your astrological chart, is signified by an astrological sign. This point in your chart represents your vocation, your calling in life, and the sign at the Midheaven gives you several clues about your path in the outside world. Just as importantly, the Midheaven signifies your blossoming into wholeness and the manner by which you might best accomplish this experience. Your 10th House also provides information about your career path. Libra's influence at your Midheaven adds a sense of social grace to the manner in which you pursue your ambitions. Your sense of fairness may drive you toward particular aims in pursuit of your right livelihood, and you may be quite adept in situations which require objectivity and fair-mindedness. A career path which allows you to employ your sense of refinement and good taste will be satisfying. Your people skills can open the doors to careers which involve public or diplomatic relations and consulting, and you may have an interest in the law or politics. The energy of Venus plays an important role in satisfying your needs for personal fulfillment. It is crucial that you find a vocation which supports your values and allows you to develop your artistry. The way you utilize Venusian energy has a lot to do with your ability to achieve personal fulfillment. With Venus in Taurus your appreciation for natural beauty may lead you to work in the landscaping or floral industry, forestry, or environmental management. If you're a connoisseur of the arts or music, or a performer, you may also have success in these endeavors. The process of work itself is usually seen through the 6th House in your chart. Through this facet of yourself, you express your approach and attitudes about working, and your ability to cooperate with others is also indicated here. This house is related to your physical health, and it's no surprise that you might hear the complaint (or feel it yourself), "I'm sick of my job." Instead of feeling thrown off balance by the tasks required to get through life, there are ways to use this part of your time and energy to strengthen your life. You can be a tireless worker with Taurus on your 6th House, although you do love the feeling of time off! It's very important that you gain pleasure from your job, since the rulership of Venus here shows a strong need for your work to reflect your true values. You may work best in situations which allow you to move at your own pace, and can be somewhat stubborn in your attitudes toward coworkers. If you don't like them, they may not get a second chance with you. You can be a little overbearing and bossy and need to watch your own reactions when faced with orders from your superiors. Working in endeavors which are creative is most satisfying. Through the energy of Venus in your 6th House, you can be strongly stimulated to work in areas which require artistic sensibility, and you may be most interested in work in the arts, music or creative arenas. Whatever your talents, you'll benefit most from a job which allows you to use and further develop them. Your tastes and values play an important role in determining your work choices, and you will be more productive when you know you're fairly compensated for your efforts. You'll be most effective in a work environment which appeals to your sense of beauty. If faced with stale or drab conditions at work, you may be the first to add something tasteful, charming or interesting to your surroundings. Work in retail sales, the entertainment industry, fashion, interior design or similar areas can be gratifying. But the key to finding a job that works is whether or not you really do like it. After all, the energy of Venus speaks of what you truly love and appreciate. As a woman, you are innately creative. Although you may not consider yourself an artist, your creative spirit and drive are the mechanisms through which you shape your own life. Creative self-expression is seen strongly in the 5th House of your chart, and by incorporating these elements into your career, you will gain greater satisfaction from your work. If you have the time to concentrate on more recreational forms of creativity, this is the part of your chart which indicates what brings you pleasure. Life itself can certainly be a pleasurable experience - all the time, not just on holidays! Aries' influence on your 5th House ignites your creative spirit, stimulating a powerful urge to have a life filled with fun and excitement. By incorporating these needs into your life, you increase your productivity. You may be most successful when you have ample room to play, and if your work allows you to use your creativity, then it, too, can become more creative and rewarding. You may prefer to keep work and play somewhat separated - it may make playtime more valuable! However, your vitality is strengthened when your creative spirit is humming. You're likely to have all kinds of recreational outlets, something for each season of the year. In whatever you do artistically or creatively, it will carry your special mark. With Mars ruling this house, you may enjoy a few challenges. You might even find taking time off to get involved in your company or community sports teams or recreational activities can add an excellent dimension to your life. Just because there are no planetary energies in your 5th House, do not despair. This does not indicate that you are somehow lacking in creativity. As you see from the sign on the cusp of your 5th House, your creative inclinations are driven by particular qualities and needs. Explore the different dimensions of the planet associated with your 5th House to gain insight into your creativity. By following these you'll find that you easily unlock your creative potential. One of the most powerful creative drives in your chart is your Sun. Since this is the energy which can drive you to be noticed, learning to cultivate this aspect of yourself in a positive manner can amplify your success in life. Regardless of your priorities, you will feel successful only when you've created a real sense of security with your Sun in Cancer. Defining this security is a very personal thing, and you must be happy with your own definition. Your work, your roles within your family, and your creativity all depend upon your sensitivity in this regard, since when you're insecure, you hang on tenaciously to everybody and everything. But when you're feeling stabilized, you don't even over-water the plants! Your individuality is expressed through many different energies in your chart, but the energy which is most closely associated with the unique and individualistic part of yourself is Uranus. Through Uranian energy, you display your ingenuity and make the breakthroughs which allow you to move into new experiences. Uranus also prompts your rebellious nature, and the placement of this energy in your chart shows you where you are staging your own personal revolution. You have Uranus in Leo and are integrating the importance of individual accomplishment and achievement into your life. Along with other women, born from 1955 to 1962, you've broken down many barriers women have faced in their struggle of recognition as accomplished and capable individuals. Your revolution has been staged within the context of career and relationships, and continues in its effect upon society. The insights you share with other women with Uranus in Leo include the importance of establishing places for leaders who possess the courage to create change. To understand where you are creating this revolution in your own life, look to the house in which Uranus resides in your chart. Uranian energy in your 9th House adds a special interest in the fields of education, travel, language, religion and philosophy and you may integrate your unique abilities and talents into these areas with great success. However, you're also likely to run into some resistance from those who enjoy maintaining the status quo. That's okay, it only makes you more determined to break ground and accomplish innovative change! Opening Your Heart Ah, Love.... Songs, poems, novels, fairy-tales, movies all extol the power and pleasure of love - and for good reason: love is the food of life! There are many opportunities to love, in fact, a love affair with life is not a bad idea. But you also may need to "grow" love by sharing it, and therein is the seed of all relationships. The planetary energies which are most usually associated with love are Venus and Neptune. Venusian energy radiates directly from your heart, from the center of yourself, where love resides deep within. Loving is an inner experience. The more you open to the love you hold within yourself, the more it grows. Your feelings of worthiness are represented by Venus, and as you grow to understand and appreciate your own value as a woman, it becomes easier to let this love energy flow through your life. Neptunian energy is Divine compassionate love - the love which does not judge and readily forgives. Neptune is the realm of romance, mysticism and heavenly perfection. Truly transcendent Neptunian love arises when you have healthy boundaries of your own, otherwise, you can become a victim of your own illusions! For you, love is meant to last forever. Venus is Taurus is about sustaining love, growing it, prospering on every level because the sweet presence of love adds the beauty, comfort and strength you need to carry on. In many respects love forms the foundation of your life, and acts as the glue which holds you together. This love does not really have to come from the outside or from a man, and your own creative expression and outreach to those in your care help you build a powerful bond. Somehow, though, life seems so much more complete when you're safe in the arms of the man you love. It's like a dividend. The love you hold within your heart is solid and sustaining. Once you've opened your heart to another, it's unlikely that your feelings will change unless something drastic happens. Then, if you are hurt by the experience of loving, you can be an unrelenting thorn in the side of the one who has hurt you. Letting go is definitely not your strong suit! It's important to remember that your inner beauty and love for yourself can only grow when you are giving of yourself, and that if you've locked your feelings away, your life can become stagnant. So, finding ways to let go and move on may be worth the effort after all. Place your faith in love itself, and let that energy guide and protect you. You may wonder why you always seem to have to give more than you receive in love relationships with your Moon in square aspect to Venus. This frustration probably has its roots in your soul's history, and until you can allow love to just flow openly from your heart you may always feel that the books are not balanced. Disappointments in love may have wounded you in the past, so you may have a little sensitivity as a result. Your initial reaction when you feel your heart opening may be to guard yourself, since you don't want to repeat the pain of disappointment. The only way to change this is to learn how to fill your own heart with joy and love through the pure experience of love itself. Love without expectation. Love just to love. And begin by loving yourself and knowing that you deserve the kind of love which brings mutual tenderness, respect and comfort. You can be a bit frustrated by your love experiences with your Sun in semi-square aspect to Venus. Part of the problem resides in your impatience. When you have a strong attraction to someone, you may want resolution about the outcome immediately. If you can work toward maintaining a bit more objectivity when your heart begins to open to a loving relationship, you'll be more satisfied with the end results. You can be quite reliable in your love relationships with Venus in trine aspect to Saturn. You believe in a love which endures and will grow best in relationships which provide an opportunity for mutual trust and support. Patience with your own mere humanity adds a sense of practical humility, and reflects in your attitudes of helpful acceptance toward others. You're willing to put effort into your relationships instead of just expecting that they arrive ready-made. Opening your heart is easy when you trust yourself, and developing that sense of self-acceptance is one of the key ingredients for experiencing the kind of relationship that can stand the test of time. For you, love is the great teacher, and you are the willing student. Sometimes, you just need to make changes with Venus square Uranus. You do not easily tolerate restrictions in relationships, and if you're in a circumstance which is too inhibiting, will rebel against it. You also tend to be most attracted to men who are emotionally detached or unavailable in some way (married, living in another country, aliens from other planets, etc.), and until you realize that this happens when you really don't want to be tied down, it will continue. Okay, so maybe they're not aliens, but they can certainly seem that way when you try to get into a really intimate situation. Your own needs for intimacy can seem quite alien to you, and if you are to incorporate them into your life, you first need to recognize that you are not interested in repeating patterns women have repeated for centuries. You will do a relationship your way or not at all. Before you can experience a truly satisfying level of intimacy, you need to come to grips with your deeper emotional needs instead of just seeking thrills. You are a truly unique woman who needs a truly unique kind of love. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to find out about the true nature of love. As one of the generation of women born with Neptune in Scorpio, you are seeking relationships which involve total connection. When you finally open your heart to love in an intimate relationship, you need to feel that you can create a true bond with your lover and mate. Halfway connections don't quite cut it, and if you're the one resisting, it's crucial that you discover the root of your fears or blocks. Your experience of compassionate love involves surrender to the processes of transformation, and that transformation may involve getting to the core of why you need intimacy in your life. Sexuality is certainly a part of the drive, but it is not for pure pleasure alone, nor is it for simple regeneration of the species. There is a link of energy formed during the process of intimacy which leads to the alchemy of loving, and it is that link which you are learning to understand more fully. The image of the perfect man can be rather realistic with your Sun in trine aspect to Neptune. You certainly have your hopes for what you want, but you also allow room for mere humanity. After all, if you share a vision with the man you love, and you can use your combined energies to create that vision, then life can be a wonderful experience. You may even decide that you are perfectly comfortable without a committed relationship, but there are other factors which relate to these needs. Since you have Mercury in trine aspect to Neptune, you're the perfect candidate for creating wonderful representations of love and compassion through your words. Your lyrical abilities can extend to the way you talk and your mannerisms may be quite fascinating. You may actually attract more men than you realize, since you do spend some time in your own inner world. And it is that quality which is at work when you finally let go and share your life and fantasies with someone you adore. Promise yourself to always make time to get away with your lover so your dreams have a safe place to overtake your life - for at least a little while. Jupiter's square to Neptune indicates a frustration between your ideals or beliefs and the essence of Truth. On an inner level you may feel that a particular path is right, but the teachings you've learned may not echo those inner feelings. It's like the discovery of hypocrisy from someone who speaks about one truth but lives a life which does not reflect that truth. You are struggling to integrate the truth with your beliefs, and your relationships may act as a catalyst which challenges you to explore those ideals further. You may also find that differences in spiritual practice are quite difficult to handle within your relationships. The houses in your chart which amplify love relationships are the 5th, 7th, and 11th Houses. Through the 5th House, you experience giving love. It is through this facet of yourself that you have love affairs, playful and recreational relationships and where you produce the offspring of loving. The offspring can range from artistic endeavors to children. But when dealing with relationships, this is the space which is usually occupied by loving another in an intimate sense. There's little doubt when you love someone because you can be quite direct in your expression of love with Aries influencing your 5th House. You need ample freedom for your expression of love, and enjoy spontaneous bursts of passion. Playing the assertive role in relationships, at least occasionally, can feel quite natural to you. It's easier to open your heart when you feel the spark of attraction that challenges you to take action. Those quiet, casual affairs of the heart can be interesting, but will never have the power and intensity of an exciting entanglement. With Mars influencing this house in your chart you will find that you are most enraptured by love experiences which are daring and full of life. You can also be a tease and love to play taunting games which stir a bit of controversy. A fast-paced exchange of sharp wit and funny jabs may be the perfect beginning to a delightful romance. You'll enjoy love relationships which are playful, recreational and filled with activity. You're not likely to appreciate love relationships which inhibit your freedom, and need plenty of room to explore the territory of your heart. You have no planetary energy in your 5th House. There is no need to be alarmed, because this does not indicate that you will be without love in your life. As you've seen above, you have definite inclinations in love relationships. To further understand what you need from a lover and how you can become more adept at giving love, study the planet associated with this house. The 7th House of your chart illustrates what you're seeking from a partner. More importantly, this part of your chart also tells a story about the kind of partner you really want to become. This is also the realm of social contact, and provides information about your approach to socialization. Although marriage agreements are shown through the 7th House, planets here (or a lack of planets here) do not "promise" marriage or its lack. But if your 7th House is highly activated, you may be more motivated to find a partner. Your 7th House is ruled by Gemini, showing that you appreciate a partnership for the opportunity to develop a true understanding and clear communication. The exchange of ideas if part of the strength in your relationships, and if your marriage or partnership does not provide room for this exchange, you will quickly lose interest. You may also seek a mate whose interests are diverse and whose intelligence is equivalent to your own. Sharing travel, education, and social contacts can be an important ingredient in your partnership. With Mercury's energy influencing your experience of partnership, you will discover that the manner in which you create and attract your relationships depends upon where your own mind is focused. Your life partner's origination is in your ideas, thoughts and visualizations. You can alter or change your experience in partnership through changing your attitudes and re-focusing your thoughts, and if you're in a situation which is working well, can bring improvements in this manner. If you've not yet found your ideal mate, work on what you're creating through your thoughts. With your Sun, the energy of your ego self, in your 7th House, it's easy to identify who you are within the context of your partnerships. Lending your vitality to a relationship can enliven your life, but it can be a difficult trap if your approach borders on codependency. If you feel that you are not complete until you are Mrs. Somebody, it's crucial that you take the time examine why you feel that way. Certainly, experiencing the joy of a supportive partnership can lift the burdens of life and provide a source of strength, and that's not the problem. The problems with this placement arise when you feel you cannot cope with life if you are alone. Developing your individual autonomy is more difficult with this placement, and requires that you create a true partnership between your inner self and the roles you play in the outside world. Your real self needs to shine through in all that you do. Living through the man in your life will always feel incomplete, since standing in another's shadow makes it difficult to let your own light glow brightly. If you are in a partnership, you can be the light of your husband's life in many capacities, while still functioning as an individual in your own right. It just takes more confidence, more awareness and more self-love to accomplish. Mercury's placement in your 7th House indicates your need for communication within the context of working partnerships. You require a partner who not only understands you, but who is interested in your ideas. You can be a more effective partner, giving more of yourself to the relationships, when you have a meeting of the minds. Open agreements and clarification about your different roles in relationship is necessary to your personal growth. You may also find that you learn a lot from the experience of partnerships, and that you can provide excellent feedback to your husband or mate, especially when you're really listening! It is through the 11th House that you learn about unconditional relationships, and where you open to receiving love and support from others. Here you find your friends, your supportive professional allies, and your community. Through this facet of yourself you develop your special interests. And here you set your goals for the future. It's wonderful the way friends can support your aims, provide feedback when you need objectivity, and comfort you when you're facing challenges. Your approach to friendship is also seen through this part of your chart. With Libra's influence on your 11th house you may have many friends, especially in the sense of a large social circle. When you're involved in something that has meaning and value in your life, like a special interest, you will discover many friends along the way. During the times you're sharing these experiences, you may feel very warm, supported and appreciated. However, you may not have very many close friends because it's not always easy for you to open your heart and allow love to flow in at a deep level. You may feel that you want to save that experience for someone special. You can also feel a little insecure, especially when you start comparing yourself to those in your circle of friends. Once you learn to avoid establishing your own worth relative to that of others, you'll find that your heart opens much more easily. You may also find your perfect mate through your friendships, and the man you marry or choose as your companion may first be a good friend. This relationship will have established your mutual appreciation and shared interests, an excellent beginning to any relationship. Through the energy of Neptune in your 11th House, you seek friends whose ideology and beliefs echo your own. Your closest friendships may be forged when you discover your shared ideals, and you will appreciate a friend whose spirituality is genuine and pure. You may be quite determined to do things with your life which will make a difference in the quality of life for others, and are likely to find friends who are also participating in these experiences. Whether through the arts, charitable efforts, spiritual paths, humanitarian service or public institutions, as long as the motivation is to uplift the spirit of humankind, you can find very dear and special friends. But you are also vulnerable when it comes to friendships. If you choose friends indiscriminately, you can be deceived by them. You like to think the best of your friends, and may give them the benefit of the doubt when they do not deserve it. Listen to your intuitive and psychic sensibilities regarding your friends. If something does not feel right, don't get involved. It's difficult to do, especially if you begin to feel guilty because you've said no. But sometimes, you have to draw the line. Power Issues: Sex, Money and Control Personal power is an individual expression, and has different meanings for each person. As a woman in the world today, your opportunity to experience and express your personal power is largely dependent upon the manner in which you develop it. Particularly in the Western World, as times have changed and the power base has gradually evolved beyond the patriarchal control of the last centuries, women are seeking to define their place in the world: collectively and individually. Gaining influence in the world through career and financial development, you begin to understand the different levels of power. Within the family, your roles are also evolving. You are also more free to express your sexual needs and desires, and demand that you are respected as a person and not sexually abused. But everything stems from your ability to identify, embrace and assimilate the true nature of your power as an individual woman. On a personal level, you can begin to identify much about your own power by looking deeply into the meaning of your 1st House: Your Personality Self. Early in your report you read about what you project about yourself as identified by your Ascendant. Your first House further defines that projection of the Self, and is an area where you carve out much about the way you show yourself to the world on your own terms. Through the qualities of Sagittarius on your Ascendant you can radiate a power which stems from confidence, optimism and a sense of adventure. These qualities attract good fortune, open opportunities and endless possibilities. But you can undermine your power by avoiding the responsibilities which accompany a real sense of freedom. Setting limits is crucial if you are to have the abundance you crave. Certainly life seems to be more fun when you are at play, and if you can arrange your life to find work you truly enjoy and surround yourself with people whose wit and wisdom keep you laughing you will find it easier to develop your personal power. Making the choices which are related to just taking the responsible route without including your need for play will be just as damaging as avoiding responsibility altogether! You cannot afford to sell out: you must follow the high road and continue your search for the ultimate life has to offer. You have to believe in yourself, and every time you make choices which undermine your sense of confidence, you need to take a look at what was motivating you. Finding the balance point is the hard part: knowing when to rush forward into the future and when to stand confidently in the present. Your principles can guide you, but you cannot force those principles onto others; their beliefs and ideals may be different from your own. Yet you can inspire others to find the truth when you've managed to stumble into it yourself! Since you do not have planets in your 1st House your personality expression may not be overpowered by the drive of a particular energy. The qualities associated with the sign on this house cusp, explained above, since through as the primary manner in which you want to be seen by the world. Another power space on your chart is your Midheaven. This point, which is usually at the top of your chart and marks the cusp of the 10th House, is like the crown and torch of the Statue of Liberty. Here too, are the indicators of the types of people you most admire, and the clues to what you need to develop within yourself to attain unshakable self-respect. Through your Libra Midheaven you experience power in the form of justice and fairness and may strive to find a career expression which will allow you to work toward these ends. You may admire those whose work in the law or politics affords greater opportunity to a broad range of people and may yourself feel that your real power will manifest when you make an impact upon society in some manner, and you don't have to be a judge or politician to do it, either! You love the feeling of success with your Moon in trine to your Midheaven and can be quite satisfied with successes of all types - from career to family to little leaps you make just for yourself. You can easily accept careers which have a cyclical nature and may even welcome some of the down times for your own rejuvenation. Working in fields which support the needs of women and families may be especially empowering to you. You may also make strides which have a positive effect upon the lives of women and girls who follow after you. The energy of Venus in quincunx to your Midheaven has its plus and minus sides. On the plus side you may be most drawn to pursue accomplishments in areas which allow you to use your talents, artistry and value judgments. On the minus side you may not feel particularly motivated! If your self-esteem is strong, you'll be more focused on achieving your ambitions, and by working to strengthen your sense of self-worth, you can open many doors for yourself. Saturn's energy in square aspect to your Midheaven provides a powerful challenge in regard to achieving your ambitions. You may actually perform best when you're under pressure, and you rarely choose goals which are easy to achieve. But if you are well prepared and have the confidence in yourself required to rise to the occasion, then you can accomplish a great deal. The problem you may run into is in your motivations. It is crucial that you explore the underlying reasons for your goals, since if you are trying to satisfy someone else and gain little satisfaction for yourself, you will feel that you have failed - even if you reach the summit of achievement. The obstacles in your path are usually quite apparent, but sometimes it's not so easy to figure out what to do about them. The influence of Uranus in sextile aspect to your Midheaven brings an intense need to exercise your autonomy and independence in your career. You are most satisfied with ambitions which support your individuality, and can be quite successful in fields of endeavor which require you to employ your intuitive insights. Since you can have sudden bursts of energy, you need room in your life for change and will be most fulfilled when your life path takes interesting twists and turns. Someone once said that money makes the world go around, and from all evidence, it certainly seems to be a powerful force. Money, in fact, symbolizes power. With money, you can have what you want. With more money, you can have more of what you want. Without money, you may want what you cannot have. Your relationship with money is an extremely intimate and seductive force. The way you use your resources - money, time, energy - says a lot about how you perceive your own power and personal worth. This facet of yourself is expressed through the 2nd House of your chart. Here, you express your value systems. The important special link between finances and self-esteem cannot be understated, and is especially important for you as a woman. In order to extract the real value of your talents and services from others in the world (such as what you are paid from your job), you must first value yourself. The qualities of Capricorn radiate through your 2nd House, adding a sense of responsibility and a need for control in the realm of finances. Although you may think of yourself as generous, you can actually be a bit stingy, especially if you're caught up in your fears about money. You may also be reluctant to share your time or other resources unless your expenditure of energy will get you something in return. At a pure level, this can be okay, but it's not easy to stay at that level. You must maintain an awareness of your sense of personal worth, because when you're feeling low levels of self esteem, you can show too much restraint when it comes to expending your resources. With Saturn's energy influencing this house, you'll learn that responsible use of your personal resources helps you feel more stable and complete. But whenever you take the irresponsible route, your guilt feelings can be extremely tough on your sense of self worth. With Jupiter in your 2nd House you have a great deal of confidence in your ability to attract and use your money, time and energy. Your optimism can be contagious, and when you've found something that makes you feel good, you may want to share what you've learned with others. For this reason, you're a natural in sales, teaching, advertising or investing. Since you probably like to travel, you may either use your resources toward traveling, or may find that work which involves travel is rewarding. The downfall of this placement is your tendency toward extravagance, since setting limits is quite difficult. Since Saturn's energy is in your 2nd House, you may find that you worry about whether or not you have enough time, money or energy to have everything you need. Although this energy can be helpful in dealing with the necessities of life, you must watch a tendency to block your own prosperity through excessive self-limitation. Self-discipline when it comes to spending helps you feel more stable. You'll see the best results when you develop a budget or plan for your finances, especially if that plan allows you to feel comfortable now while creating a nest egg for your future. Resources which you share with others are reflected in the 8th House of your chart. Whether you're considering joint property and finances, inheritance, insurance settlements or tax obligations, this area is not as free and easy as the 2nd House, which seems more like what you want for yourself alone. Another layer of this part of your life deals with your sexuality, and the manner in which you open intimately to others. This is a very personal space, and it is probably one of the most guarded aspects of any woman's psyche. It is here that much wounding has taken place over many centuries, and it is here that the mask of propriety has to be removed in order to openly accept and integrate that fact that you are a person who needs wholeness and healing, and who yearns to bond at the most alchemical level with life itself. Here you also find your compulsions. It's no wonder that you don't display this part of yourself to just anybody. You have to feel safe to open this facet of yourself, and you realize that this vulnerability can be used against you in power plays. But what you may not always remember is that this is also where you have the power! In true tantric traditions, it is through the vessel of a woman's sexual energy that a couple can ride the wave of sexual ecstasy. This also extends to the other power aspects of any relationship. If your transformational and magical qualities are blocked, the whole of the relationship will suffer. Cancer's influence in your 8th House adds a need for emotional bonding with your sexual partner. Once you do open up to a partner sexually, you may find that you share your deepest feelings and desires more readily. It is important that you understand the multiple levels of sexual relationships, and you realize the type of bond which is created when you share yourself on this level. Once you experience the path of energy which is created when you open a doorway to another soul, you can feel both vulnerable and ecstatic. Even when you're not together, you may discover that you have emotional responses to what's happening with your mate. When all is well, the energy continues to flow. But if there are problems, you'll sense something like a dam in the flow of energy. And if your relationship ends, you may still feel this connection. For this reason, it's crucial that you release your emotional attachment when a relationship ends, or you may find that you are drained from the loss of energy which occurs when your ex turns his energy toward someone else! In matters of joint finances, you can experience positive rewards from establishing strong financial security, and will need a partner who can plan for the future in addition to handling the present financial requirements of your relationship. If you end a partnership, the most difficult thing will probably be transforming or eliminating the home you've built together. Since you have no planets in the 8th House you may not be obsessed with too many problems or hassles with the issues of this area in your life. But you may not get off free on this one, either. Study the sign on the cusp of this house and read everything noted about the planet associated with that sign, because this is the energy tied up with your emotional attachments! Mars energy is about getting what you want by going after it. Mars is drive. Mars is courage. Mars is desire. Mars is unabashed sexuality. Mars is the fuel for personal power. Men do Mars quite effectively, right down to fighting and war. But you also have a warrior spirit, an Amazon Self. This is your Mars. If you fail to own and utilize your own Martian force, you lose power. With Mars in Virgo you direct your personal power toward work. You feel good at the end of the day when you've produced something, and are empowered when your accomplishments are appreciated for their attention to detail and fine quality. You can undermine your effectiveness when you fuss over nonessential details, and can lose energy when you become caught in your own insecurities which arise from your feelings of imperfection. So what if your hips are not perfect! Who defines those things, anyway? You are most attracted to men who are healthy, well groomed and kind natured, and will probably not give a boorish lout the time of day. In the bedroom you enjoy sensual sharing to the ultimate and may be quite knowledgeable about sexuality - to the surprise of anyone who thinks you are a bit prudish. Well, they've not been alone with you in an intimate setting! Sometimes you can think too much about what you're doing and forget to let go and enjoy the passion of the moment. And watch those feelings of regret which occur after the fact when you're wondering if you were okay. Yes, you were. And you are. With the energies of Mars and Pluto joined together your sexual drives and needs to express power are extremely important. Trying to ignore them will only complicate your life. Learning where your power and that of another begins and ends is a crucial lesson, especially if you're driven to reach the top at all costs. You may also find that you're easily intimidated by others who negatively use or abuse power until you learn to assert your own strength of will. These energies together intensify your passion, and when you want something your passionate desires can be unstoppable until you are satisfied. Sexual fulfillment ranks high on your priority list, as it should, since you not only understand the nature of desire but have the ability to achieve a powerful bonding with your lover and partner. In situations which require strength or control you can harm or heal, depending upon the focus you choose for your drive and energy. First, you must begin with yourself by accepting the regenerative power you hold and utilize throughout your life. You can be much like the High Priestess, and by focusing upon this archetype will find pathways which allow you to become a truly powerful and influential woman.With the energies of Mars and Pluto joined together your sexual drives and needs to express power are extremely important. Trying to ignore them will only complicate your life. Learning where your power and that of another begins and ends is a crucial lesson, especially if you're driven to reach the top at all costs. You may also find that you're easily intimidated by others who negatively use or abuse power until you learn to assert your own strength of will. These energies together intensify your passion, and when you want something your passionate desires can be unstoppable until you are satisfied. Sexual fulfillment ranks high on your priority list, as it should, since you not only understand the nature of desire but have the ability to achieve a powerful bonding with your lover and partner. In situations which require strength or control you can harm or heal, depending upon the focus you choose for your drive and energy. First, you must begin with yourself by accepting the regenerative power you hold and utilize throughout your life. You can be much like the High Priestess, and by focusing upon this archetype will find pathways which allow you to become a truly powerful and influential woman. Saturn plays the role of the big controller in your life. Sometimes that control seems to come from outside. You know - all the rules and regulations, the authority figures, the intimidating people who tell you what to do - this is the Saturn of the outside world. But you have the same traffic cop in the back of your own mind, telling you what is right and wrong, chiding you when you make a mistake, holding you back when you're about to do something stupid. Saturn control can be a good thing. This is your energy for self-discipline, clarity and focus. You need Saturn. But you need Saturn in its most productive sense. You do not need the guilt, intimidation and self-limitation that keep you from having what you require from life. When you're climbing toward the realization of your ambitions, you feel your power as a stabilizing force. Since you have Saturn in Capricorn, you have a strong desire to be in control, and will perform at your peak when you have a chance to take charge. But there is a difference between being in control and browbeating others into submission! The way you use your power will determine whether or not you really own it. You also need to take a careful look at your attitudes toward the responsibilities in your life. To truly take responsibility for yourself, you need an attitude which allows you to grow, change and accept things as they are. From this standpoint, you can assert your own energy and manifest a reality which creates true stability. In your relationships, you may have to learn to allow others to make their own mistakes. It's too easy to just do things yourself, since you don't really like having to clean up the mess others make. Learn to say "No" for the right reasons! The illusion of power conferred by social standing and prestigious positions will be meaningless unless you've really earned those positions and then use them to create opportunity and support in the world around you. Sustaining your self worth seems natural with Venus in trine aspect to Saturn. You know that you build solid foundations when you develop your talents, share what you have and teach what you know. Love is the key to your power, and sometimes being there for someone else in times of trouble strengthens you, too. You may also have a good ability to manage your finances, which forms an excellent base for power on many level. You are learning the lessons of manifesting true abundance in harmony with your needs with Jupiter on conjunction to Saturn. Your life can be a full, self-affirming and empowering experience only when you apply yourself and use your talents to reach beyond your current circumstances. It's tempting to rest on your laurels with this energy, and there are times when it's nice to drift with the currents of life. But if you feel a little uninspired, it could be the result of too little effort on your part. Saturn's energy in square aspect to your Midheaven provides a powerful challenge in regard to achieving your ambitions. You may actually perform best when you're under pressure, and you rarely choose goals which are easy to achieve. But if you are well prepared and have the confidence in yourself required to rise to the occasion, then you can accomplish a great deal. The problem you may run into is in your motivations. It is crucial that you explore the underlying reasons for your goals, since if you are trying to satisfy someone else and gain little satisfaction for yourself, you will feel that you have failed - even if you reach the summit of achievement. The obstacles in your path are usually quite apparent, but sometimes it's not so easy to figure out what to do about them. Plutonian control is sometimes difficult to grasp, but it's definitely there. When you feel this control from outside yourself, it is undermining and extremely intimidating. The force of Pluto is buried deep within your psyche. It is unleashed and grows in a manner like the process of mitosis in a fertilized cell, which is altered, splits off, combines with other cells and ultimately becomes an organism. Through Pluto, you experience the power of life, birth, healing, and the ultimate change of death. If you are trapped in a mire of shame, guilt and self-destructiveness, you may have undergone a Plutonian transformation as a result of trauma earlier in your life. But it is this same force which plants the seeds of change that eventually can lead to the creation of a new self. You learn about power through your spiritual and religious teaching with Pluto in the 9th House. Your need to connect to the Power of the Universal Mind is behind many of your deepest aspirations. You will be dissatisfied if you give your spiritual power to another human being. It belongs to you and to the direction of the Teacher within your higher consciousness. But it's tempting to hold onto religious ideals with a fervent dedication which is almost impossible to release. By separating your emotional attachment to your beliefs from the truth of your spiritual awareness, you will become empowered at the highest level. The influence of Uranus in sextile aspect to your Midheaven brings an intense need to exercise your autonomy and independence in your career. You are most satisfied with ambitions which support your individuality, and can be quite successful in fields of endeavor which require you to employ your intuitive insights. Since you can have sudden bursts of energy, you need room in your life for change and will be most fulfilled when your life path takes interesting twists and turns. Embracing Your Divine Self In western society today it's okay to admit that women are Goddesses. This, in itself, implies that the power of The Source may not be solely masculine. In essence, this power contains All That Is, but as a woman, you express it through your Goddess Self. This part of yourself is always there when you feel abandoned or alone to give you comfort. Your Goddess Self is standing firmly beside you when you face a major challenge, sharing her strength and support. Your Goddess Self opens the doors to Truth and Understanding. She is the essence of all that is Love. Look in the mirror. Stare deeply into your own eyes and you will see her reflected back at you. When you need to get in touch with your inner being, an exercise in guided imagery can help you make the transition from your everyday thinking to heightened awareness. Take a few minutes to make this journey. Before you begin, find time to be alone. Sit or lie down in a comfortable position in a place that feels safe to you. Take three deep breaths. With each breath, release the tension from your body as you exhale. As you inhale, fill yourself with energy, light and inner calm. Then, close your eyes, and take one more relaxing breath. Imagine that you are on a journey, riding in a royal coach drawn by six white horses. You are being taken to a castle, where you are to be honored by the highest royalty in the land on your birthday. When you arrive at the castle, the doors swing open wide and you are greeted immediately by a regal gathering. Everyone is happy to see you, and you are met with hearty laughter and warm embraces. Then you are ushered down a long hallway toward the banquet room. When you enter, the king and queen are standing, and you walk with confidence toward them. You are introduced to the gathering in the hall and are seated next to the royal couple, who shower you with beautiful gifts. As you feast and laugh together, you feel alive and happy. The queen whispers in your ear that she has a special friend you must meet who has come to bring you a gift of great price. You walk quietly out of the banquet feast with the queen, and go into the royal gardens. There you are introduced to a fabulously beautiful creature who seems to float above you. This creature smiles and gestures for you to follow. Fascinated by the creature, you follow along. You are taken to a space which is filled with rainbow colors of light, and as you step into the light, you feel your mind opening to a powerful awareness. Through this awareness you experience a true sense of calm, clarity and understanding. Your experience of allowing your consciousness to be permeated with this light reminds you that you are always capable of experiencing a heightened level of awareness.