Sun in Leo/Moon in Libra:
August 6, 2008
Storm R. Cestavani

As the Sun continues to move through Leo and the Moon continues its trek through Libra, one notable astrological change has occurred – the ruler of Libra (Venus) has moved into Virgo.     Keywords for the sign of Virgo are – “my need to analyze, discriminate, and function efficiently”.   Venus feels quite out of sorts in the sign of Virgo, and is considered to be in its “fall”.   What does this mean?   Any planet that is placed in the sign of its fall will feel quite out of place and quite clumsy in such alien terrain.   Although, Venus does have an earth based element (Taurus) resulting in the love of money and pleasure, it is really not all that comfortable with the realm of responsibility, duty, and what she (Venus) would consider boring day to day life.  Therefore, Venus tends to be refined, sanitized, and finds herself to be in service to other people when placed in this sign. 

I believe that the planets are instructive influences.   They teach us basically the way we should utilize their energies and make the most out of them.  For some, depending on their natal placements this can be challenging yet for rewarding, and for others it can be graceful yet unproductive.   This is why I believe we all should know and understand our natal horoscopes to access this particular energy, and find out how to use these transits in a beneficial manner. 

Venus in Virgo tells us to look inward at our relationships and ask ourselves how we can be of service to other individuals.   How can we give of ourselves without expecting anything in return?   In addition, we can use the energy of Virgo to analyze where we need to make changes in ourselves to be more productive (Virgo) in our relationships (Venus).   Take the 3 weeks of this transit and ask yourself a simple question:  What does my mate/mates/future mates need from me?   Insight can be a very powerful tool for the future.

Mars opposing Uranus:

I purposely did my entire Virgo explanation in order to prepare us for this next section.  Mars is a very explosive planet and Uranus is about disruptions and the breaking down of old ideals and forms.   These two energies combined together can often cause overreactions to circumstances surrounding us presently.   Mars, like Venus, is not real comfortable in the sign of Virgo.   Mars is our ability to go out into the world and get what we would like out of life, and Virgo is the sign of rules and responsibilities, which Mars detests.   This combination is like a bull walking around in a china shop – please avoid all dishes.  

How do we use this energy constructively?   First of all, oppositions are natural energies that seem to draw into our relationships of all sorts.   Mars in Virgo tends to feel very frustrated in this sign, and depending on your natal house placements this could be a bit tedious and could amplify current frustrations which we would then project into our relationships.    The key to this aspect is to explore where we are frustrated in our lives!   What is going on that is making you feel out of sorts and disconnected?    Uranus acts like a lightning rod bringing to the surface these particular issues with clear vision, and we can then make changes (Uranus) in our lives accordingly. Try not to overreact to external situations as best as possible.  If you feel that you will or may it is best to avoid circumstances that might cause “eruptions” as fast as possible.   When in doubt, always take care of yourself first.

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Lunar Consciousness is an analysis of the basic energies in the skies.  It is not to be meant as a complete astrological reading, and you should apply this information to your own chart.  If you do not have your own chart and would like to study astrology just send a Keen Mail to Storm Cestavani with your complete birth information.  This would include your time, date, and place of birth.     We will email you a free copy of your chart and some information to help you start studying.