The Flow is a weekly blog published to better understand the flow of astrological, celestial, and magickal energies for the week, and how best to use them. It is intended for those with little knowledge of astrology.
For newcomers, the idea is to consider celestial influences as part of a larger whole, or the Flow. All too often, astrologers tend to write about astrological events as if each were an isolated specimen as if pulled out of the sky and analyzed by itself – and there is no dearth of astrological sites on the net that write that way. Here, it is the movement and interactions that are important and form the basis of discussion.
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Synopsis for the week: Wham Bam, Grand Slam, Thank You Ma’am!
Oh, what a week we have in store!
This week power, transformation, and change (Pluto), energy, drive, and ambition (Mars), and growth, opportunity, and expansion (Jupiter) all line up in a harmonious aspect in the shape of a perfect triangle (Grand Trine) that helps create a virtual dynamo of possibilities.
As if that’s not quite enough, mid-week Venus nudges up to Jupiter to add some sweetness to the punch.
Furthermore, all of this action takes place in the Earth signs, Capricorn (Pluto), Virgo (Mars), and Taurus (Venus and Jupiter). So not only is this a powerful aspect, but the energies are practical, pragmatic, and grounded.
It’s almost like reality has turned into silly putty. But it comes with an instruction manual, and you need to follow the directions closely and carefully.
A Grand Trine is formed when three planets are equidistant around the zodiac, forming the points of an equilateral triangle. All this three-ness relates to the harmony, fertility, idealism, and balance related to the number three.
Triangles are essentially stable structures. They do not move. That’s why bees make honeycombs shaped the way they are, and we have learned to follow suit. When we want to build a structure that is rock solid and withstand all sorts of pressure, we build it out of interlocking triangles.
But while all that sweet harmony and stability sounds nice, it can also be a problem.
A big problem.
It’s not very dynamic.
Squares make you move. Octiles make you itch. Trines make you sit and enjoy a cup of tea.
When there are things to do, appointments to keep, and worlds to conquer, sitting down with a cup of Constant Comment is not exactly the most effective use of your time.
This is no time for tea.
If you have a project, proposal, or pipe dream you’ve been working on, now is the time to bring it forth. Put it out there before the public, get it moving, or do something so that you can use this powerful energy to help make it real. If you are willing to put in the effort, this week can produce fantastic results.
But you have to take the initiative. You have to get things rolling. The planets are not suckers. They may be more than happy to help, but they’re not going to do the dirty work for you. The planets may help you turn your hard work into something successful, but you have to write the letter with your own ten nimble fingers.
Sometimes, all it takes is getting started. When astrologers cast a chart, it is usually for the beginning of something, not the middle or end. In astrology, there’s something called the “theory of seeds” which like Confucius saying a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step — the beginning of anything contains within the seed of that moment the roadmap of its eventual fulfillment.
If you have a collection of poems or manuscript dozing away on a hard drive, if you have a secret collection of paintings in the garage, or if you have a pet project you’ve been working on, now is the time to do something official to create a new beginning for moving it along and manifesting the results from it you desire.
Similarly, if you are looking to begin a new chapter in life, now is the time to take that step to cross a threshold and open a new phase in your life. Give up smoking, book that special vacation, go on a diet, join a gym, club, or professional society. If you are in a serious relationship, now might be the time to take it to another level, or if you are searching for that special someone, take some action that you feel will help you find him or her.
All this harmony in the heavens may precipitate some effects here on Earth. While it by no means is powerful enough to end all wars, there may be greater ease in achieving objectives with less strife. In fact, if I were to expect anything to manifest on the world stage this week it is that those interests who seek to use strife as a means of obtaining their ambitions may find it more difficult to do so. Strident rhetoric that might otherwise send armies marching may go unheeded if not ignored.
It would be welcome change. Very welcome!
That doesn’t mean that some won’t try. Pluto represents power and all those who seek to wield it. The trine from Jupiter and Mars to Pluto may give them the feeling that it is their green light to strike while their passions are hot. Lord knows there are enough hot passions out there! But if they think so, they should consult with an astrologer first. Mars is retrograde, meaning that any aggressive action taken now is likely to rebound back on the aggressor. This may not be tea time, but it also is no time for lobbing bombs either, rhetorical or otherwise.
Furthermore, Mercury turns Retrograde shortly after midnight on Monday. You all know that drill. Sign no contracts, make no large purchases, and make no big commitments. Yes, miscommunications, device malfunctions, and computer problems all are likely to cause chaos and confusion for mortal humanity and immeasurable amusement for the gods. Act the fool at the risk of catching their eye.
This is not a contradiction of my earlier advice, and do not let it adversely affect your plans. This IS a time to begin a new chapter in your life, put your work out there, and seek the success you desire. The Mars-Pluto-Jupiter/Venus trine is much more powerful than Mercury Retrograde. If I had my druthers there’d be no Mercury Retrograde this week, but the gods didn’t ask so I couldn’t put in the request. So, we may have to re-dot an i or re-cross a t, but with a little bit of luck, there’ll be an i or t to re-mark!
Grand Trines with Jupiter and Pluto are rare opportunities that should not be missed, and it lasts through next week. Venus is on first, Jupiter on second, and Pluto on third. Mars is at bat. May your Mars hit a grand slam, and this be for you a time of new beginnings and sweet remembrances.
Courtesy of Sky & Telescope magazine
To the Daily Details!
Sunday, March 11th
Sun octile Moon at 8:57am at 8º Scorpio
The Moon is in Scorpio all day. There ought to be a law. Instead of moving the clocks forward on the second Sunday in March, they should be moved on the Sunday closest to the Moon in Scorpio. There isn’t MUCH a Scorpio Moon is good for, readjustment to time changes though is likely to be one of them. Chances are, people will find adjusting to this time change easier than usual. No one will acknowledge the reason why, but we all can enjoy chuckle. The Moon is our moods and daily rhythms, and Scorpio is the sign of change and transformation. They work together today to help us adapt. We may still be a bit grumpy, but a Scorpio Moon isn’t happy without having SOMETHING to gripe about. An extra hour of sunlight is worth a grumble or two.
We’re especially likely to be in a grumbling mood in the morning. Nothing is right and everything is wrong, but before you slit your wrists, stick around for the afternoon and you should understand things in a better, more hopeful, light. The afternoon is particularly favorable for running errands and taking care of matters that require work, energy, and effort. It’s also great for spring cleaning, washing the car, doing laundry, or moving things around to give yourself more room.
Monday, March 12th
Mercury turns Retrograde at 12:48am
Sun trine Moon at 11:29am at 23º Scorpio
Jupiter trines Pluto at 9:43pm
There’s a strong likelihood we’re internalizing some of the changes going on around us today making us cranky, irritable, and disagreeable. If you find yourself getting into an argument today, you may want to ask yourself what’s you’re arguing FOR. Just because someone pushes your emotional buttons doesn’t mean you need to start acting like a programmed puppet. Change your reaction, change the dynamic, and you may find yourself on the winning side of the dispute.
The Moon enters Sagittarius at 11:53pm and lifts the mood significantly. It may be a bit late in the day for many, but if you are up past the time the weight on your shoulders should feel a bit lighter.
This evening’s Jupiter-Pluto trine is the first ringing of the bell of the Grand Slam Grand Trine, and will probably go unnoticed by most. Except you, you know what to do!
Tuesday, March 13th
Venus trine Pluto at 6:27pm
Venus conjoins Jupiter at 10:54pm
Not to be missed in all this talk about the astrological energies is the display of their dance in the sky. Tonight Venus and Jupiter are at their closest astrologically, and gently each day Venus will move higher in the sky than Jupiter. You can tell the difference between them as Venus is the brighter of the two objects. If you want to follow more of this celestial minuet, across the sky to the west is a reddish-orange non-twinkling dot, that’s Mars.
The Moon is in Sagittarius all day. This morning’s energies are particularly favorable for any kind of intellectual or creative activity. Also favored are financial transactions and seeking insight into difficult issues. You may feel a flash of inspiration or two from other dimensions or your subconscious helping you find your way. If you have been concerned about your path, thinking about it this morning should provide you with a better understanding of how your current situation relates to your destiny.
The afternoon and evening hours are absolutely fantastic for any kind of interpersonal relationship. Not only is it a great time for enjoying good relationships, but it is also a good time for helping heal some of the difficulties from the bad. There’s a certain generosity of spirit that pervades the air this evening that makes it more easy to communicate and understand one another. If you have been faced with an unhealthy relationship issue, this evening may be the right time to try to resolve it, understand it, or find peace. Lighting a candle, taking a hot bath, or reforming it in your mind are all likely to help you leave it behind and move on.
Wednesday, March 14th
Venus trines Mars at 12:27am
Mars trines Jupiter at 2:50am
Sun octiles Jupiter at 2:12pm
Mars trines Pluto at 5:23pm
Sun squares Moon at 6:25pm at 25º Sagittarius
Today is an extremely busy day astrologically, and the peak of the Grand Trine energy, though it will slowly dissipate all the way through to the 26th when the Moon catches up with Venus in Taurus.
While virtually the entire heavens are aligned with helpful energies, we may be in a bit of a funk. Our self-confidence may be in the gutter, and we’re likely to focus more on our faults and frailty than and fortes and fortitude. Fright and fears only serve to further failure and foul fortune. Don’t be fooled. If you take the bull of Taurus by the horns, he may let you ride his back to the stars.
Meanwhile, back on Earth, today is pretty much perfect for whatever you desire. You may or may not succeed depending on your destiny, but you’ll never know if you never try.
Thursday, March 15th
No major aspects
The Ides of March!
After yesterday, we could use a breather and today is it. The Moon enters Capricorn at 3:23am and we come back to reality. Second-guessing your actions over the last few days is only natural, and may serve to prepare you for any second chances you might require.
When the Moon lines up with Pluto this evening (7:59pm) we may be feeling high and mighty, and full of ourselves. Usually, that’s an indication we’re actually full of shit. Watch what you say tonight so that you don’t find yourself in a celestial stew. If you find your head swelling and growing too big for your skull, I have one word for you: Icarus.
A much better use of today’s astrological energies is to try to repair something broken, whether that be a device, program, or relationship. There may be a long-standing problem that you’ve put up with because you either never thought of getting around to it, or didn’t think you had the means to address. Today’s the day. Get crackin’!
Friday, March 16th
No major aspects
The Moon is in Capricorn all day. With the Moon in perseverant Capricorn, this is a perfect time to push forward with any plans, projects, or proposals you have in the works. Even if things didn’t quite start out the way you hoped they would, the ending may be an improvement. The key is to keep at it. Note what happened with this situation three days ago, and what happens three days from today, the 19th. That will give you a good indication of how the project is progressing. Even if the result is not what you hoped for, you may be provided with an opportunity to make amends and try again.
It may be a Friday, but it’s all about work; getting things done, attending to practical matters, and responsibilities. There may be an emotional spark or two this evening that leads to some heated thoughts or words, but they’re likely to be unimportant unless you make more out of them than necessary, especially if you imbibe too many spirits with green food coloring.
Saturday, March 17th
Sun sextile Moon at 4:11am at 28º Capricorn
Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
The St. Patrick’s Day festivities kick up a quantum leap when the Moon enters Aquarius at 9:11am. There isn’t anything quite like a St. Patrick’s day on a weekend with the Moon in Aquarius. Leprechauns will be leaping out of the woodwork. Trust me, you’ve been warned! Just wear your green, and say a silent prayer that green food coloring has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration.
We’ve been through a lot. In some ways things have been improving. Astrologically, the energies are liberating. Today is picture perfect for celebrating any improvements you may have experienced lately. Just play well with others, and safely!
Wishing you all a wonderful week!
