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The Aquarium Age: Horoscope for July 28-August 3

Ralfee Finn

The planets continue to unlock key positions on the Wheel of Life this week, and as the karmic tumblers fall into place, daily life is punctuated by a series of cosmic clicks. For some of us this alignment translates into poignant "ah-has" that provoke a deep sense of being in the right place at the right time. For others, especially those whose lives are cluttered with superficial concerns, the possibility of opening locked situations exacerbates existing anxieties. For still more, the collective situation will continue to be something quite separate from personal life, an unfortunate perspective that's likely to increase anxiety as well as confusion. Many more, keenly aware of just how accurately the current cultural milieu mirrors personal concerns, may be too aware, particularly if the possibility of transformation feels hopeless. With so much of our world in need of creative remedies, it's easy to feel ineffectual and to fall into despair. But each of these planetary positions has the power to unlock a new point of view, and the entire planetary combination has the power to support radical changes in core beliefs. All that's required to make the most of this moment is the humility to shift away from the tried and true, and instead to embrace a sense of adventure about a new approach, even if that system is still in the process of forming.

Here's the planetary picture. Jupiter and Uranus are conjunct, in Aries. Saturn and Mars are conjunct, in Libra. With the exception of Jupiter, all of the planets occupy the zero degree point of Aries and Libra. Both conjunctions oppose one another. Pluto, at 3 degrees Capricorn, squares both sets of conjunctions, and is in an exact square with Jupiter, at 3 degrees Aries. (For those of you who want to draw this. Place Jupiter and Uranus at the 9 o'clock position, and Saturn and Mars at the 3 o'clock position. Next, put Pluto at 12 o'clock.)

Okay, those are the technical details. Oppositions and squares symbolize tension and stress, but squares are active angles, which means we should be prepared for all sorts of events to focus the intensity, and because Uranus is part of the picture, those events could be sudden and swift. Be aware, Pluto is the facilitator of these surprising plot twists, which means they are also not likely to be smooth or polite. When Mars, Saturn, Uranus, and Pluto form pernicious interactions, violence is probable, and that violence is not limited to physical brutality; it also includes emotional, mental, and spiritual cruelty. For those of us committed to non-violence, coping with this aggressive astral air will require renewed determination to work for peace at every level, no matter how seemingly insignificant.

Pernicious planetary interactions tend to intensify already destructive situations, which means we can expect increased violence in the Middle East, and in all other areas of the planet suffering from the extremes of war. We can also anticipate racial and gender tension to increase as well, not just in the United States, but also in other areas of the world where gender or the color of one's skin can be used as a rationalization to deny one's humanity.

As the week unfolds, do your best to make a positive contribution. When possible lend a helping hand, and as always, try to be kind.

If you know your Ascendant and/or your Moon Sign, read that too.

Aries March 21-April 19
Yes, relationships are a lot of work, but they can also be rewarding. Concentrate your attention on partnerships that yield beneficial results, and you'll make good use of the intensity.

Taurus April 20-May 20
Indulge your desire to hibernate. There's nothing wrong with hunkering down at home, under the covers, with good food and relaxing entertainment.

Gemini May 21-June 21
Heartfelt conversations with friends stimulate innovative ways of dealing with a stagnant area that you have been unable to shift. Listen carefully to what emerges from these exchanges.

Cancer June 22-July 22
Be forthright about what you want, but don't expect every wish to be fulfilled. The point of this exercise is learning to be comfortable expressing what you need.

Leo July 23-August 22
Your innate generosity has the potential to be a powerful antidote for aggression. Take the time to be kind, and your gift of heartfelt compassion will be returned without hesitation.

Virgo August 23-September 22
You'll find a positive solution if you're willing to consider alternative points of view. You don't have to agree with or adopt a position you don't believe in; just stay open and be flexible.

Libra September 23-October 22
Mars moves into your Sign on July 29, and while I'm not saying you need an anger management class to handle the God of War, I am advising you to develop a strategy for healthy ways of managing your intensity.

Scorpio October 23-November 21
If you harness the excess energy of the week and focus it on career concerns, you will be able to make tangible progress in refining your goals, and in certain instances actualizing them.

Sagittarius November 22-December 21
You have an opportunity to turn the travails of the week into gold. So follow your intuition, refuse to be corrupted by negativity, and move forward with exuberance.

Capricorn December 22-January 19
Continue to take charge, but also try to be compassionate. Lots of people are experiencing difficulty, and not everyone is as skilled at handling difficult situations.

Aquarius January 20-February 18
Allow your significant other, whether lover or friend, to offer understanding and support. Relying on others is not a sign of weakness; it's an act of love.

Pisces February 19-March 20
While there are several opportunities to improve your finances, the best way to improve your mood is to continue to concentrate on creative projects.

Ralfee Finn specializes in Transformational Astrology. For readings, call 1-888-937-9264, write P.O. Box 343, New York, NY 10025, visit AquariumAge.com, or e-mail Ralfee@AquariumAge.com. Copyright © 2010 by Ralfee Finn

The Aquarium Age: Horoscope for July 21-27

Ralfee Finn

The final Saturn/Uranus opposition on July 26 empowers extreme emotional entitlement, and as a stunning array of repressed feelings break free from the constraints of good manners and common sense, three lesser-known Disney Dwarfs - Frustration, Resentment, and Rage - refuse to stay in the shadows. Expect confrontations over power issues, particularly relationship power issues. And that includes alliances of every denomination. Also anticipate strong stands, yours or others', as previous efforts toward conciliation dissolve in the heat of the moment. Even if you think you understand the causal level of the problem, think again. As these suppressed shadows let loose, they are likely to arrange themselves into a litany of complaints and injustices that date back to Š well Š the beginning of time. (Oy. My head hurts just thinking about it.) Because so much has been held in for so long, it will take discernment to differentiate between significant grievances and mean-spirited nit picking. Even those of us not under direct fire will find it difficult to cope with the intensity. As always, the best way through these waves of change is to put consciousness into practice. If there was ever a time to walk your spiritual talk, it would be now.

The source of this mighty polarization is the ongoing Saturn/Uranus opposition. The previous exact contacts all occurred between Virgo and Pisces, Mutable Signs, Signs of compromise. Today, Saturn moves into Libra, and as it does, it shifts the opposition into Cardinal Signs, Signs of action. Saturn is the symbol of authority; Libra is the Sign of relating; Uranus represents independence; and oppositions signify opposing forces. The time for negotiation is over. Don't be surprised if your inner soundtrack keeps looping through "I gotta be me. I gotta be free."

I can hear some of you thinking, "So what else is new? Haven't we been in this signature for what feels like forever?" Not quite. For the next few weeks, several additional planets ramp up the intensity. First, Pluto squares Saturn and Uranus. Pluto symbolizes death and rebirth; its concerns are ultimate and its presence demands authenticity. Translation: You won't be able to pretend a relationship is working when it's not.

Next, Jupiter opposes Saturn as it conjuncts Uranus. Jupiter amplifies the Uranian need for independence, turning it into an undeniable urge to "live free or die." Before you revolt, notice if your oppressor is truly external. Remember the power of projection. You may actually be caught in an internal emotional pattern that's never before seen the light of awareness.

Jupiter goes Retrograde on July 23, and as it seemingly turns around, it squares Pluto, stoking the desire for power. Be wary of gambling everything on the self-righteous certainty that God is on your side.

But that's not all. This week, Mars, the Warrior archetype, joins the formation, as it conjuncts Saturn and opposes Uranus. Mars agitates the already agitated air, and over the next weeks, as it presses closer to Saturn, Uranus, Jupiter, and Pluto, it could turn the entire bundle belligerent.

It won't be easy resisting the temptation to fight, and in some instances, taking a stand for what you believe will be the wisest choice, but only if you can maintain the broadest possible perspective, one that is inclusive, and one that recognizes no matter how polarized a situation might appear, we are all in this mess together.

If you know your Ascendant and/or your Moon Sign, read that too.

Aries March 21-April 19
Manage your excess energy or you will simply implode or explode from internal and external pressures. Walk, run, swim, or bike - just find a healthy way of handling the stress.

Taurus April 20-May 20
A cautious, circumspect attitude will serve you well. Choose your words carefully, and you will avoid exacerbating the tension and tumult.

Gemini May 21-June 21
Try not to take the power of your innate creativity for granted. Not everyone has the inner resources to rise to the occasion of reinventing themselves or their situation.

Cancer June 22-July 22
It is fundamentally a crisis of belonging, and as the weeks unfold, you will have abundant opportunities to explore what it means to feel deeply connected to family and friends.

Leo July 23-August 22
The key to making the most of this intense creative time is surrendering to imagination. Delve deeply into your vision of the world, and allow your originality and clarity to inform your choices.

Virgo August 23-September 22
The message is the same: It looks, sounds, and feels like a financial issue - and it may be - but at the core it is a matter of learning how to value yourself simply on the basis of being you.

Libra September 23-October 22
At the risk of repeating myself, if you can think of relationship as a verb instead of a noun, as something you participate in rather than something you own or possess, you'll generate genuine opportunities for healing.

Scorpio October 23-November 21
Brooding about the problem will only intensify your anxiety. Turning the situation over to your Higher Power, however, will help you to find a realistic remedy that can soothe and quiet your heart.

Sagittarius November 22-December 21
You haven't lost your innate enthusiasm for life. You're simply in transition, letting go of what's old so you can passionately embrace the new.

Capricorn December 22-January 19
Yes, your attitude is fierce, but that's exactly what's needed to face the work that lies ahead. Acknowledge your strength and you'll inspire others to acknowledge theirs.

Aquarius January 20-February 18
While you may not know what to say in every situation, if you rely on your natural spontaneity, you will rise to the occasion with humor and wit.

Pisces February 19-March 20
Channel your intensity into creative projects and you'll find a way to transform the pressure into treasure. I know this may sound glib - but it's still true.

The Aquarium Age: Horoscope for July 14-20

Ralfee Finn

Rumor and hearsay clog the psychic switchboard this week and next, as each day moves us closer to the fifth and final exact Saturn/Uranus opposition on July 26. And because the atmosphere is so crowded with situations in need of resolution, lots of people - not just astrologers - are making predictions about what's gonna happen next. Whether you are positioned on the right or the left, the top or the bottom, with the believers or the non-believers, it's likely you're feeling as if something - anything - has got to give. The unrelenting intensity of recent months is coalescing into a communal Henny Penny moment: No matter what your perspective the sky is falling.

You can substitute the "stock market," "home sales," "health care," "Immigration," "unemployment benefits," "Obama," "marriage," or "job" for the bits of sky bumping your head, and conclude that we must be at the end; it's simply a matter of time until everything completely falls apart. Of course, none of the prognosticators know exactly how much time we have, and forecasts run the gamut from now until December 2012 - and beyond. (I'm beginning to think of 2012 cosmophobia as the "Mayan Revenge.") It also seems that "the end is at hand" or what I like to call the "Henny Penny Syndrome" has been around for quite some time. Back in 1945, Lightning Hopkins called it the "Henny Penny Blues" when he sang: They panic when they listen to the news. They think the sky is falling and we're all about to die. Sixty-five years later, lots of us are still singing that song. And why not, given the ubiquitous debris from so much crumbling around us?

Just to be fair, we are in the midst of an enormous cycle of change. And the world will never be the same. So it's not unreasonable to be anxious about everything, especially the future. The Saturn/Uranus opposition, in full force since October 2008, signifies the dissolution of the status quo. And when existing structures - banks, governments, or a sea as vast as the Gulf of Mexico - dissolve before our eyes, it's hard to feel certain about anything. For those among us who still can't adjust to the idea that the President of the United States is black, it must feel as if the very foundations of life are disintegrating daily. The new racial paradigm is simply too much to bear. If you couple that prejudice with the steady disintegration of education over the last several decades, it's possible to glimpse why there is so much resistance to change. The epidemic of ignorance has been so pervasive and we have been living with it for so long, that it is only now, in the midst of crisis that we can witness its damaging effect. The challenges we face require a keen and penetrating intellect to solve the multidimensional puzzle of our current condition.

As the coming weeks unfold, rather than singing the "Henny Penny Blues" use your mind to sift through the barrage of predictions. Don't give your power away to anyone or anything - including astrology. Instead, think about what is ending in your life, specifically the dissolution and disintegration of both personal and collective structures that no longer serve. Notice where you are clinging to or grieving for those systems. Then imagine what life would be like if you let go and allowed a true transformation of body, mind, heart, and soul.

If you know your Ascendant and/or your Moon Sign, read that too.

Aries March 21-April 19
Think about your relationship structures and about whether your expectations are realistic. This is not about dialing back or dialing down; it is about knowing what you need and why.

Taurus April 20-May 20
Maybe it's time to rethink the meaning of "service," particularly if you are equating helping others with personal sacrifice. Sacrifice isn't always about loss; its original meaning is "to make sacred."

Gemini May 21-June 21
Turn your social paradigm upside down and consider altering your role: If you are a follower, become a leader; if you give, start receiving. Notice what's uncomfortable and you'll know where to grow.

Cancer June 22-July 22
The paradigm shift occurs along the axis of your internal and external worlds. On one end, you long for the solitude of inner space, but on the other, there are too many career opportunities for you to ignore.

Leo July 23-August 22
How expansive is your world? Is it your neighborhood? Your city? Country? Hemisphere? Globe? Solar System? Universe? Or an infinite cosmos? The size of your life is up to you and is determined by your mind set.

Virgo August 23-September 22
True value is never measured in money. Recognize yourself as your greatest asset and you will gain access to unlimited resources.

Libra September 23-October 22
Finding and maintaining balance in relationship is an essential part of life, but for you it is a mission, especially when it comes to establishing equality that respects individual needs and desires.

Scorpio October 23-November 21
Contemplate the relationship between thought and action, and you'll not only gain insight into the power of intention. You'll also increase your skill at manifestation.

Sagittarius November 22-December 21
Think about what might be keeping you from actualizing your creativity. This process is not about turning a gift into a product. Rather, it's about enjoying and appreciating your talent.

Capricorn December 22-January 19
Rather than deny your desire to be recognized by your peers, acknowledge it. And then let that self-awareness blossom into a true understanding of what dictates some of your decisions.

Aquarius January 20-February 18
Share your heart without hesitation, and your joy will increase exponentially. Not every encounter will be earth-shaking, but they will all be authentic.

Pisces February 19-March 20
Even though you already think you know what matters most to you and why, think again. Then write it down, so that no matter how intense or complicated life becomes, you will always stand in your truth.

Ralfee Finn specializes in Transformational Astrology. For readings, call 1-888-937-9264, write P.O. Box 343, New York, NY 10025, visit www.AquariumAge.com, or e-mail Ralfee@AquariumAge.com. Copyright © 2010 by Ralfee Finn

The Aquarium Age: Horoscope for July 7-13

Ralfee Finn

Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Eclipses, and Pluto

We're still in the throes of an unsettling aggregation of planetary energies: two eclipses coupled with the tightening grip of the final Saturn/Uranus opposition. While this information may sound like the same old story, if you turn off previous assumptions, if only for a moment, and listen closely, you'll sense a shift in the dynamics of daily life. You could chalk up the shift in energy to "madness takes its toll," but not all the changes taking place are crazy or even negative. Yes, for many of us the relentless intensity continues to be unbearable, especially for those carrying the brunt of recent economic and ecological upheaval. And for those not carrying that particular load, it is important to remember that it's one thing to say that every crisis is an opportunity, and another thing entirely to actually live through the day-to-day transformation of that suffering. Yet for some of us, even the burdened, the intensified intensity has catalyzed awakenings of body, mind, heart, and soul, and those stirrings are moving many into a new level of participation and commitment to growth, personal as well as collective.

Pluto is the key to understanding the shift in daily dynamics. Last week, Pluto was conjunct the Moon during the lunar eclipse. Pluto/Moon conjunctions are notorious for emotional catharsis. Pluto symbolizes death and rebirth. Add Pluto to an eclipse, which already has the power to amplify feelings, and you have an environment of extreme emotional reactions. The physical lunar eclipse may be over, but its effect lingers on, so don't be surprised if relationship issues continue to dominate the days and nights of the next several weeks.

Pluto does not play as dramatic a role in the solar eclipse of July 11, but that doesn't mean its presence won't be felt. This solar eclipse occurs in Cancer, the Sign associated with issues of family, nurturing, and the longing to belong, all of which translates into yet another layer of emotional sensitivity, specifically expressed as concerns about safety and security. As part of the chart for this eclipse, as well as the chart for the fifth and final Saturn/Uranus opposition, Pluto squares both Saturn and the Jupiter/Uranus conjunction, forming a T-square. Oppositions symbolize tension, and a T-square exacerbates the need to release that tension. As Pluto excites the entire bundle, you can expect discharges, yours or others'. Also anticipate that while these releases may offer momentary relief, that relief may not be completely satisfying or lasting given that this T-square persists for several weeks.

The most important component of Pluto's participation is its square to Uranus. Uranus/Pluto interactions of any kind signify the process of transformation - the collapse of an old order and the construction of a new one. From 2012 through 2015, we will experience seven exact Uranus/Pluto squares. Observe what occurs during the coming weeks, because it will set the stage for much of what we will deal with over the next few years.

Most importantly, allow these coalescing forces to help you become aware of your strength, with an eye toward how to use your resources to steady yourself and to help others in need of guidance - physical, mental, emotional, or spiritual. Remember, most of us would welcome and could use a little help from a friend.

If you know your Ascendant and/or your Moon Sign, read that too.

Aries March 21-April 19
The solar eclipse amplifies the intensity, and while it's exciting to vibrate at an incredible rate, it is also exhausting. Take care of yourself by planting your feet firmly on the ground of what you need to feel safe.

Taurus April 20-May 20
As the solar eclipse continues to focus on communication, it's important to be clear and direct about what you need. This is not about self-indulgence; it's about self-awareness.

Gemini May 21-June 21
The eclipse effect is still focused on security, but this week the emphasis is on emotional safety. Contemplate what you can do to create a solid emotional support network.

Cancer June 22-July 22
The solar eclipse could reveal important information about how to establish better equilibrium in all your relations. This is not limited to significant others; it includes partnerships of every denomination.

Leo July 23-August 22
The solar eclipse focuses on unconscious psychological patterns. Whether it is through dreams, therapy, or close encounters, if you pay attention to your reactions, you'll gain valuable insight.

Virgo August 23-September 22
The solar eclipse could stimulate unusual responses from the usual suspects, and while some of what's said is unnecessary, much of what is shared is valuable feedback.

Libra September 23-October 22
The eclipse effect could turn professional concerns into family matters. Rather than react out of old habits, take a deep breath. Not every criticism is meant as a confrontation.

Scorpio October 23-November 21
The solar eclipse has the power to provoke a deep sense of existential angst, especially as you wrestle with issues of belief and belonging. Allow yourself to explore, but also give yourself permission to trust.

Sagittarius November 22-December 21
The eclipse focuses on issues of value, and while finances may play a role, the bigger theme is taking a stand for what matters most to you despite what others might think.

Capricorn December 22-January 19
The solar eclipse illuminates the shadows of unconscious relationship patterns. Although some of what's revealed is uncomfortable, if you stay open you'll make positive progress.

Aquarius January 20-February 18
The eclipse effect has the potential to inspire you to be of greater service. Spend some time exploring how being a volunteer might satisfy your urges to help.

Pisces February 19-March 20
The solar eclipse invites you to express yourself, and it doesn't matter whether it is through art or politics. What's important is that you have the courage of your conviction and that you share your opinions.

Ralfee Finn specializes in Transformational Astrology. For readings, call 1-888-937-9264, write P.O. Box 343, New York, NY 10025, visit http://AquariumAge.com, or e-mail Ralfee@AquariumAge.com. Copyright © 2010 by Ralfee Finn

The Aquarium Age: Horoscope for June 30-July 6

Ralfee Finn

Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Part Seven

Waves of intensity continue to pound the shores of daily life, this week, as the current Planetary Gang of Three - Jupiter, Saturn, and Uranus - tighten their formation, which is exact on July 26. As personal and collective tension symbolized by the final Saturn/Uranus opposition increases, so does uncertainty about the future, especially this week and next, as we traverse the terrain between the lunar eclipse of June 26 and the solar eclipse of July 11. The territory between eclipses is a powerful psychic field, and crossing it could provoke internal and external confrontations with old emotional and psychological patterns. If you experience inner conflict, try not to let the ensuing mind chatter turn deafening. The atmosphere is ripe with opportunity for inner critics to mutter about how everyone and everything should be. But pay attention to the chatter, before you make every effort to let it go. It has the potential to reveal where your power is leaking. Remember, judgment - not to be confused with discernment -- is almost always about using a sense of superiority to mask feelings of worthlessness. If the confrontations are external, do your best to diffuse polarization. No matter how righteous your position, lasting peace can only be realized through cooperation.

From an astrological perspective, during a solar eclipse, as the Moon overshadows the Sun, the power of the unconscious overshadows conscious concerns. This overshadowing can become a highly charged aggregation of projections, a condition that makes it nearly impossible to find any solid ground or agreed upon emotional reality. Anticipate hypersensitivity, as well as the tendency to react as if all of life depends on the immediate moment. A word spoken in haste can become a magnet for repressed or suppressed feelings, and before you can say "I'm sorry" reactions may morph into a complete mythology, replete with heroes, villains, and a detailed back story. Often, the force of a projection is so strong that some of us can lose ourselves in its force and actually take it on. Be wary if you find yourself exhibiting behavior you don't recognize as your own. In extreme cases, the only way to diffuse the projection is to bid the situation "adios" and hope that clarity will be restored over time.

Both the lunar eclipse and the solar eclipse occur on the Cancer/Capricorn axis. Cancer, ruled by the Moon, symbolizes the mother and the longing to belong; Capricorn, ruled by Saturn, symbolizes the father, and the structures that help society to cohere. Both Signs signify issues of safety and security. As the eclipse effect continues, you or someone you love is likely to be overly concerned with these issues. Rather than dismissing these concerns, allow them to be indicators of feelings still in need of conscious integration.

As the eclipse effect excites emotional bodies, it also exacerbates tensions generated by the Jupiter/Uranus/Saturn opposition. This opposition signifies the dissolution of the status quo, personal as well as collective. If you can notice where you are most affected by the psychic terrain of the eclipses or where you are feeling lost in projection, you can use the intensity to your benefit. Often the patterns we cling to are the very structures we need to release in order to make way for a true transformation.

If you know your Ascendant and/or your Moon Sign, read that too.

Aries March 21-April 19
The eclipse effect focuses on how to create a better balance between career and personal concerns. Knowing where your time is best spent will help you to expend your energy wisely.

Taurus April 20-May 20
The eclipses encourage communication, from the deeply personal to the purely professional. Listen carefully to all that's being said, and you will access previously hidden information.

Gemini May 21-June 21
The eclipses continue to emphasize financial issues, but they also bring to light differing value systems. Rather than assume everyone agrees on what's important, step back and assess what truly matters to your partners.

Cancer June 22-July 22
The eclipses part the veils on several key relationship themes. Whether it is respect or affection, contemplate how you can treat all your relations, including yourself, with greater care.

Leo July 23-August 22
The eclipse effect keeps the focus on how to balance your innate generosity of spirit and your natural tendency to over-extend. Pay close attention to this pattern and you'll gain a profound self-awareness.

Virgo August 23-September 22
The eclipses maintain the focus on creative self-expression, particularly in regards to can share your gifts with a deeper sense of personal satisfaction.

Libra September 23-October 22
The eclipse effect offers opportunities to see just how much family matters to you. And it makes no difference whether you are partnered; this information is all about staying connected to all your relations.

Scorpio October 23-November 21
The eclipses provide valuable information on how to expand your perspective. It's not that your current view is incorrect; you just need a broader bandwidth that easily incorporates new tools and technology.

Sagittarius November 22-December 21
The eclipse effect has the potential to reveal what's been keeping you from pursuing your career goals. It also has the power to spark a desire to find more satisfying work.

Capricorn December 22-January 19
The eclipses illuminate the needs of significant others, personal and professional. Use this information to create better boundaries and you'll experience healthier interactions.

Aquarius January 20-February 18
The eclipse effect provides information on how to convert your ideals into action. Start simple, with one thing you can do each day, and you'll generate steady momentum.

Pisces February 19-March 20
The eclipses focus on that age-old question of the needs of the many versus the needs of the one. Consider where you can modify your innate empathy for others so that you have more time for yourself.

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