Bill Clinton: Interpretations for Transits

8/19/46, 8:51 am timezone 6.0 Standard, at Hope, AR

Transits for 8/17/1998, 20:35 timezone 5.0 Daylight

Contents Important Features Angular Planets Sun, Moon, Rising Sign Features Other Transiting Aspects Other Transiting Planets Important Features Transiting Uranus in strong Trine (fading, 0.9 degrees) with natal Venus Transiting Uranus in Trine with natal Venus - the planetary energies flow smoothly; the connection is easy and beneficial. Uranus transits typically last for up to a year. This transit is strongest (within 2 degrees) from {2/4/98 to 9/20/98} exact on 3/13/98, 7/25/98; and {11/13/98 to 2/7/99} exact on 1/3/99; and {9/27/99 to 11/16/99} no exact. The energy you have for others is changing in some previously unexplored fashion, as Uranus transits your natal Venus. This gives you an exciting period of time in which to explore new love interests, or possibly to reexamine established relationships. You will gain new insights during the course of this transit. Even your values or your aesthetic sense could undergo a shake-up during this period of time. If you are involved in the arts, you may experiment with new media or techniques under the influence of this transit. The most likely area of your life to experience alteration is your close personal relationships. Usually these relationship changes have been waiting in the wings, so to speak, for some time, and only now are you ready to admit them into your conscious awareness. Any relationships that have accumulated a sense of unconscious frustration over time are now likely to change. Some relationships may end entirely, or they may transform into a new pattern better suited to your changing needs. It is important during this period of time to remember that you can't go back -- change is vital if you are to grow as a human being, since life itself is change. Transiting Pluto in strong Sextile (forming, 1.1 degrees) with natal Mars Transiting Pluto in Sextile with natal Mars - the planetary energies flow together, open into new possibilities, new connections. Pluto transits can last up to several years. This transit is strongest (within 2 degrees) from {12/30/96 to 5/20/97} no exact; and {10/29/97 to 12/11/98} exact on 12/20/97, 6/9/98, 10/18/98; and {6/29/99 to 10/5/99} no exact. With Pluto transiting in flowing aspect to your natal Mars your assertion and goal-directed activity will be subject to some degree of change, for the purpose of bringing to light the inner workings of repressed impulses you may have in these areas. Mars symbolizes outward-directed activity, assertiveness and also animal passion and these life factors are now subject to transformation. Your drive to succeed may be riding at an all-time high during this transit. On the other hand, this may be a stressful time which is ultimately productive of far-reaching changes, as you feel yourself directly challenged by inner processes that seem about to overwhelm your fragile ego. Either way, compulsive or control-oriented behavior which normally lies beneath the surface of your conscious awareness could come up for you at this time. This may be a sign that you are ready to outgrow these behaviors, which may be carry-overs from the distant past, and no longer appropriate to your present level of maturity. The changes forced upon you at this time can be difficult. Assumptions you have lived by up until this time may crumble now, and you seek a firm place to stand and from which to rebuild your life concepts, incorporating a new vision into them. You should have faith in your own process, to guide you through these events to emerge on the other side, calm once more, and even more wholly yourself than before you went through them. Transiting Uranus in strong Opposition (fading, 1.7 degrees) with natal Pluto Transiting Uranus in Opposition with natal Pluto - the planetary energies are polarized; outer events stimulate their interaction; integration is the challenge. Uranus transits typically last for up to a year. This transit is strongest (within 2 degrees) from {2/16/98 to 8/26/98} exact on 3/31/98, 7/5/98; and {12/7/98 to 2/19/99} exact on 1/17/99; and {9/1/99 to 12/10/99} no exact. Transits to Pluto affect your urge for self-transformation and regeneration. Conflicts and drastic changes may come up for you while this challenging aspect of transiting Uranus to your natal Pluto is in effect. You may have new spiritual insights during this period, or find that your will to be different is more powerful than usual. You are undergoing an important transition in your life, entering an entire new phase of existence, in which the habitual patterns and concerns of the old way of your world may vanish entirely or diminish in their importance. Transiting Chiron in strong Square (fading, -1.7 degrees) with natal Pluto Transiting Chiron in Square with natal Pluto - the planetary energies conflict; internal and creative tensions bring rich rewards through effort over time. Chiron transits last anywhere from a few weeks to up to a year. This transit is strongest (within 2 degrees) from {11/15/97 to 12/16/97} exact on 11/30/97; and {5/30/98 to 8/21/98} no exact. With Chiron transiting your natal Pluto, you are in for a rough time, as structures of your life that had previously supported you come crashing down around your head, and you are forced into transformations far more massive than anything you would have anticipated. There is always pain surrounding changes of this magnitude, and you are well advised to "go with the flow" at this time, as difficult as that may be, and just let it happen. All your attempts to hold on to a previous reality will only make you crazy, whereas if you accept the inevitability of change you can even start to enjoy the process and feel exhilarated by it, like rocking along on a roller coaster engaged in the swooping scenery. With this transit, you may experience intimations of other worlds beyond this present one. Sexual experience may provide the gateway into the hidden world of the dark places in the human psyche, yours or another person's. Old wounds that can be inhibiting and crippling until explored and come to terms with are beginning to open themselves up to you. These are sources of the personal demons that we all have locked up inside of us, and that are coming into your consciousness as a result of this transit, for good or ill effect on your life. Ultimately, it can only be for good, as getting in touch with your shadow side will let these forces breathe and have their communion with the other parts of yourself, rather than remaining in the dark to fester. When you have integrated these dark ambassadors from the underworld of your own psyche, they can become powerful forces for healing as your outlook changes and you become better able to relate to yourself, and others around you as well. Transiting Pluto in strong Sextile (forming, 1.6 degrees) with natal Neptune Transiting Pluto in Sextile with natal Neptune - the planetary energies flow together, open into new possibilities, new connections. Pluto transits can last up to several years. This transit is strongest (within 2 degrees) from {1/15/97 to 5/1/97} no exact; and {11/11/97 to 12/24/98} exact on 1/3/98, 5/21/98, 11/2/98; and {6/9/99 to 10/23/99} no exact. Transits to Neptune affect your sense of spirituality, and your ideals. Feelings of confusion may also come up for you during this transit, of Pluto to your natal Neptune. You may feel a sense of oneness with the universe, or a heightened religious sense of being an integral part of all mankind. You are also very aware of other people's emotions at this time, possessing an almost psychic sensitivity to their moods. This is an important time in your life, when you are looking more deeply into the meaning of your existence than normally. You may seek this meaning in the realms of occult studies, for they hold a special appeal to you now, in your desire to see beyond the surface illusions of your life. Your time spent in these almost religious preoccupations during this period is well-spent, for the very meaning of your life is the subject of your quest at this time. Transiting Saturn in strong Square (forming, -1.5 degrees) with natal Saturn Transiting Saturn in Square with natal Saturn - the planetary energies conflict; internal and creative tensions bring rich rewards through effort over time. Saturn transits are strongest for four to five months. This transit is strongest (within 2 degrees) from {6/10/98 to 10/23/98} exact on 7/4/98, 9/27/98; and {3/2/99 to 4/6/99} exact on 3/20/99. With transiting Saturn in challenging aspect to your natal Saturn, you reach a crisis of some kind in your development, or your movement toward your life's goals. There was a new beginning some years ago which now reaches a turning point. You question whether to go with the changes you feel thrust upon you, or try to hold on to outmoded behavior which has in reality lost its usefulness for you by this time. It is in some way necessary to get on with the evolutionary process you have already begun, although it may be quite painful to do so. By going forward you are acknowledging the wisdom that you find within you, a reliable guide for your steady growth and experience which only you yourself can provide. Transiting Neptune in strong Opposition (fading, 2.0 degrees) with natal Saturn Transiting Neptune in Opposition with natal Saturn - the planetary energies are polarized; outer events stimulate their interaction; integration is the challenge. Neptune transits can last more than one year. This transit is strongest (within 2 degrees) from {2/1/98 to 8/16/98} exact on 4/22/98, 5/14/98; and {12/2/98 to 4/6/99} exact on 1/29/99; and {6/5/99 to 1/26/2000} exact on 8/27/99, 11/27/99; and {9/9/2000 to 11/19/2000} no exact. With Neptune transiting in challenging aspect to your natal Saturn, you are in for a potentially stressful period in which it is hard to tell which direction to go in your life. This is a time of great confusion and uncertainty, as the habitual structure of your life is called into question by new insights and awareness, and you feel somewhat disoriented as a result. Perhaps these changes are in the direction of greater compassion and concern for others, and less purely selfish behavior. You are unsure whether to maintain a rigid structure of your older and more established habit patterns, which after all are something to feel relatively secure about, or to make changes that seem to be calling out to you from your spiritual center. This is a time when you need to be able to just hang out with the uncertainty of it all. You may be afraid of movement out of your narrow self, and into a broader outlook, but when the current period of time passes, you may feel good about the changes brought about during this period of time. Angular Planets Transiting Moon in Cancer (6 Can 0 21) Transiting Moon in the Tenth House The Moon transiting the tenth house. At this time in its cycle, the Moon in the house of public life and works emphasizes these factors. your relationship with your parents or with authority figures generally may also be highlighted during this time. You may show a serious and practical side to your personality, or an inclination to be ambitious and acquisitive. You should beware of trying too hard to achieve your own ambitions at the expense of others. Here's the paragraph for Saturn on Bill Clinton's Eighth House cusp - Transiting Saturn in Taurus (3 Tau 37R) Transiting Saturn in the Eighth House Saturn transiting the eighth house. During this period of time, usually lasting about two or three years, there is an emphasis placed on your deepest and innermost feelings and motivations regarding relationships with others. As Saturn passes through the house of death and rebirth, there will be a transformation of some kind in your attitude toward your relationships. As a result, you may come to a renewed understanding of your dependency on other people. It may come about through emotional pain and suffering, less so if you accept the changes going on inside you. There may possibly be a literal death to contend with at this time, such as the death of a loved one, or merely the death and regeneration of older, habitual patterns which you have unknowingly outgrown. You need to make conscious choices at this time, rather than continue to operate at the level of instinctual behavior. Sun, Moon, Rising Sign Features Transiting Mercury in strong Square (fading, 2.3 degrees) with natal Moon Transiting Mercury in Square with natal Moon - the planetary energies conflict; internal and creative tensions bring rich rewards through effort over time. Mercury transits are brief, lasting a few days at the most. With transiting Mercury in challenging aspect to your natal Moon, your emotions are brought into more conscious focus than usual. The Moon in your natal chart is a reflection of the female or instinctual part of your nature, as well as your home and family, and you may better understand these areas of your life during the brief period of time this transit is in effect. There also may be conflicts with loved ones, especially parents and children, although there is also more opportunity for exchanges with them at this time. You also may have to make some conscious decisions regarding your living space, or to there may be a minor crisis involving a project around the house. Your communication with others is generally softer and you are better able to express your feelings during this transit. Transiting Moon in strong Square (exact at 19:51 ) with natal Ascendant Transiting Moon in Square with natal Ascendant - the planetary energies conflict; internal and creative tensions bring rich rewards through effort over time. The Moon transits a natal point in a few hours, one day at the most. Transits to the Ascendant affect self-expression, including your creative potential and your sense of well-being. Your physical vitality is also affected, and your attitude to life in general. The Moon's energy comes into your personality as a result of this transit, leading to a comfortable period of time. Transiting Venus in strong Sextile (fading, -0.1 degrees) with natal Ascendant Transiting Venus in Sextile with natal Ascendant - the planetary energies flow together, open into new possibilities, new connections. Venus transits are brief, lasting a few days at the most. Transits to the Ascendant affect self-expression, including your creative potential and your sense of well-being. Your physical vitality is also affected, and your attitude to life in general. The relationship energy of Venus comes into your personality as a result of this transit, and you will be more sympathetic than usual to your fellow-man. Transiting Pluto in strong Sextile (forming, 0.3 degrees) with natal Ascendant Transiting Pluto in Sextile with natal Ascendant - the planetary energies flow together, open into new possibilities, new connections. Pluto transits can last up to several years. This transit is strongest (within 2 degrees) from {12/9/96 to 6/18/97} exact on 2/27/97, 3/14/97; and {10/4/97 to 1/28/98} exact on 11/30/97; and {4/22/98 to 11/21/98} exact on 7/13/98, 9/17/98. This period of time with Pluto transiting your Ascendant is significant for you. It is a time when many factors in your life could alter. Because Pluto symbolizes the process of decay and change, death and re-birth, significant life changes are almost certain to result. These changes can be difficult, since most of us tend to cling to our older and more established ways of being, and resist the pressure of the new with all our might. But these changes are inevitable, and perhaps necessary for your growth as a human being. Sometimes these life changes will manifest more on an internal level, and sometimes outer events may bring them. These events unfold over time. Often, too, a strong Pluto transit means confronting parts of yourself that you would rather not face, and you may be tempted to evade this encounter. But running away from the battle will not help, for eventually you must admit the dark unknown and integrate it with your conscious self, if you are to move towards wholeness and peace of mind. Other Transiting Aspects Transiting Sun in strong Conjunction (forming, 1.1 degrees) with natal Sun Transiting Sun in Conjunction with natal Sun - the strongest blend of the energies represented by these two planets. The Sun transits a natal point in a few days. Hey it's your birthday, or almost, or just passed. To make the most of it, reflect on where your life may be leading you this time around. The exact degree of this transit is a good moment for new beginnings, and also these few days before and after are an ideal time to reflect in your conscious mind about the process you find yourself in the midst of, which may be an almost entirely unconscious process. Something inside you may know more than it is telling! Transiting Sun in strong Sextile (fading, -1.7 degrees) with natal Jupiter Transiting Sun in Sextile with natal Jupiter - the planetary energies flow together, open into new possibilities, new connections. The Sun transits a natal point in a few days. With transiting Sun in flowing aspect with your natal Jupiter, you are feeling very positive and optimistic at this time. You also experience a heightened sense of your own spirituality, or your connection with universal principles, during the brief period of time this transit is in effect. You are expansive mentally these few days, and see the higher purpose in everything you are engaged in. You may be in the process of making plans for the future, or you may begin a significant journey under the influence of this transit. Since you are so optimistic, the down side is that you may be inclined to overdo it somewhat, but this transit indicates real opportunity as well. The peaceful and expansive energy of Jupiter comes into your conscious awareness, leading to new levels of faith and understanding. It is an excellent time to move ahead with plans toward your life's goals. Transiting Moon in strong Square (exact at 21:13 ) with natal Mars Transiting Moon in Square with natal Mars - the planetary energies conflict; internal and creative tensions bring rich rewards through effort over time. The Moon transits a natal point in a few hours, one day at the most. With transiting Moon conjuncting or in challenging aspect to your natal Mars, your ego assertion and outward-directed activity become more emotionally charged for you. You will have no trouble expressing your feelings at this time, and you may only need to reflect before flying off the handle with anger or rage that you may regret later. It is also important not to bottle up your emotions, so it is best to steer a middle course, by saying what is on your mind, but not so offensively that you burn your relationship bridges for later on. This aspect also indicates a period of time when action is a more comfortable mode of operation than sitting back and awaiting events. Your initiative is at an all-time high during this period, and it is a great time to charge ahead with projects. Your attitude will be very "damn the torpedoes, and full speed ahead" during this transit. Transiting Moon in strong Square (exact at 22:5 ) with natal Neptune Transiting Moon in Square with natal Neptune - the planetary energies conflict; internal and creative tensions bring rich rewards through effort over time. The Moon transits a natal point in a few hours, one day at the most. Transits to Neptune affect your sense of spirituality, and your ideals. Feelings of confusion may also come up for you during this transit, of the Moon to your natal Neptune. Your emotions will be subject to illusions and fantasy during this period. You may find also that you have a psychic identification with other people, during this brief period of time. Transiting Moon in strong Conjunction (exact at 20:42 ) with natal Midheaven Transiting Moon in Conjunction with natal Midheaven - the strongest blend of the energies represented by these two planets. The Moon transits a natal point in a few hours, one day at the most. Transits to the Midheaven affect public life, including work and career, as well as ego assertion, and the authority figures in our lives. There are also implications for your relationships. Those hindering development in the direction of your goals may be discarded, or else new relationships may come into being during the course of a powerful transit to the Midheaven. The Moon's energy comes into your personality as a result of this transit, leading to a comfortable period of time. You will feel at home wherever you are today. Transiting Mercury in strong Sextile (fading, 0.9 degrees) with natal Chiron Transiting Mercury in Sextile with natal Chiron - the planetary energies flow together, open into new possibilities, new connections. Mercury transits are brief, lasting a few days at the most. For this brief period of time, while Mercury is transiting your natal Chiron, you will become more conscious of the energy for personal transformation and healing represented by Chiron. This will likely mean exposing some form of deep-seated pain for the purpose of working through old issues and ultimately healing these issues. During this brief period of time, you may be blessed to provide the impetus for healing to others. You may also feel healing energy come into your life from a meeting with another person during the course of this transit. It may also be that communication with other people brings to light certain areas of your psyche that you would rather not have exposed, and that can be quite painful for you to connect with. But getting in touch with these areas is for your ultimate benefit, for the more integration you can achieve within your psyche, the more whole you are and the more you can bring yourself forward to be of help to other people on the same journey of discovery. Transiting Venus in strong Conjunction (forming, 1.9 degrees) with natal Mercury Transiting Venus in Conjunction with natal Mercury - the strongest blend of the energies represented by these two planets. Venus transits are brief, lasting a few days at the most. Transiting Venus conjuncting your natal Mercury brings a soft, receptive and pleasant sensibility to your communication and your mental process, for the brief period of time this transit is in effect. It is an excellent time for computerized graphics work, or other primarily mental activities in pursuit of a graceful sense of aesthetics. You are more in tune with the beauty of your surroundings at this time, and may make plans to spruce up your office or just enjoy the beauty of nature. Your communication is also unusually receptive and loving for the period of time this transit is in effect. You may connect with siblings or intimate partners in a fruitful manner, during this period, with calm discussion and clear messages. This period of time is peaceful and loving, especially in the area of communication and mental pursuits, and full of the joy of life. Transiting Venus in strong Sextile (forming, 0.7 degrees) with natal Mars Transiting Venus in Sextile with natal Mars - the planetary energies flow together, open into new possibilities, new connections. Venus transits are brief, lasting a few days at the most. With Venus transiting your natal Mars you have more energy for your most cherished values, including your aesthetic sensibility and your enjoyment of life's pleasures, or your appreciation for the beauty of your surroundings. Transits to Mars affect outward-directed activity, assertiveness and also animal passion. Your energy will be increased for all kinds of creative projects. You may also notice an increase in your sex-drive during this brief period of time. You also may be more open to compromise with other people as a result of this transit. Transiting Venus in strong Sextile (forming, 1.2 degrees) with natal Neptune Transiting Venus in Sextile with natal Neptune - the planetary energies flow together, open into new possibilities, new connections. Venus transits are brief, lasting a few days at the most. Transits to Neptune affect your sense of spirituality, and your ideals. Feelings of confusion may also come up for you in your established relationships during this transit, while Venus is in flowing aspect to your natal Neptune. The energy you have for others is changing in some previously unexplored fashion, during this brief period of time. You will feel more idealistic and self-sacrificing toward your close relationship partners during this transit. This can be wonderful for the partnership energy, but you must beware of extending too much and not taking care of yourself in your interactions. You will also be more of a starry-eyed visionary than usual regarding any artistic impulses you may have, or regarding your values in general. It is a time for imagining possibilities rather than for making such dreams come true in reality. Transiting Sun in Semi-square (forming, 1.2 degrees) with natal Venus Transiting Sun in Semi-square with natal Venus - the planetary energies conflict in determined subtle tension; calmness is required. The Sun transits a natal point in a few days. With transiting Sun aspecting your natal Venus, the relationship energy represented by that planet comes into your conscious awareness for this brief period of time, and you will be more sympathetic than usual to your fellow-man. You also have a heightened artistic perception, for these few days, and this love of beauty will enhance your appreciation of your surroundings. It is a good time to take stock and try to get an inside view of your relationship energy, to find out which ones are truly important to you. Your enjoyment of life's pleasures is also enhanced and energized during this transit, and you may have to guard against self-indulgence at this time. Venus also represents your personal creativity, so issues with creative projects such as artistic endeavors may come up for you during the course of this transit. Transiting Moon in Semi-square (exact at 19:21 ) with natal Moon Transiting Moon in Semi-square with natal Moon - the planetary energies conflict in determined subtle tension; calmness is required. The Moon transits a natal point in a few hours, one day at the most. The Moon in the sky is transiting your natal Moon, and this will bring areas ruled by the Moon, personal emotions, your home life and the feminine, into your strong emotional awareness. You may encounter significant female figures in your life during this transit. You may also be very moody during the brief period of time this transit is in effect. Also your relations with your children or loved ones become emphasized and made special today. Transiting Moon in Semi-sextile (exact at 23:25 ) with natal Mercury Transiting Moon in Semi-sextile with natal Mercury - the planetary energies attract each other, require effort, allow entry of new information. The Moon transits a natal point in a few hours, one day at the most. With the Moon transiting in minor aspect to your natal Mercury, communication and your thought process is brought to your immediate emotional awareness. You are moved today to express your feelings in words. You have better access to your emotions than usual, making it is a good time for communication between yourself and an intimate partner, and you will be better equipped to deal with friends and associates, and the public, as well, since you have such immediate access to your mental process. You will be adept at all forms of thinking and manipulation during this brief period, although your emotions may influence your decisions. Transiting Venus in Conjunction (fading, -3.5 degrees) with natal Saturn Transiting Venus in Conjunction with natal Saturn - the strongest blend of the energies represented by these two planets. Venus transits are brief, lasting a few days at the most. With Venus transiting your natal Saturn, for this brief period of time you may feel somewhat isolated and involved with your internal issues rather than with relationships in the outer world. When you do relate outward, it will usually be in a serious sober and practical manner. Those relationships which are of importance in your life, long-term, are emphasized at this time. Transiting Venus in Semi-square (forming, 0.5 degrees) with natal Uranus Transiting Venus in Semi-square with natal Uranus - the planetary energies conflict in determined subtle tension; calmness is required. Venus transits are brief, lasting a few days at the most. Transits to Uranus affect your urge for freedom and spontaneity. Feelings of restlessness may come up for you in your established relationships during this transit, of Venus to your natal Uranus. The energy you have for others may be changing in some previously unexplored fashion during this brief period of time. You may very well gain new insights into your relationships with others at this time. Your values and your aesthetic sense could also undergo a shake-up. during the course of this transit. Transiting Venus in Semi-sextile (forming, 0.4 degrees) with natal Midheaven Transiting Venus in Semi-sextile with natal Midheaven - the planetary energies attract each other, require effort, allow entry of new information. Venus transits are brief, lasting a few days at the most. Transits to the Midheaven affect public life, including work and career, as well as ego assertion, and the authority figures in our lives. There are also implications for your relationships. Those hindering development in the direction of your goals may be discarded, or else new relationships may come into being during the course of a transit to the Midheaven. The relationship energy of Venus comes into your personality as a result of this transit, and you will be more sympathetic than usual to your fellow-man. Transiting Mars in Quintile (forming, 0.9 degrees) with natal Venus Transiting Mars in Quintile with natal Venus - the planetary energies are positively linked, subtle, and spiritual in dimension. Mars transits last for only a few days or two weeks at the most. This transit is strongest (within 2 degrees) from {8/16/98 to 8/22/98} exact on 8/19/98. Transiting Mars brings a great physical energy and a combative attitude to the factors represented by Venus in your natal chart, love and relationship, and also personal creativity. You may also notice an increase in your sex-drive during this period of time. Venus in your chart also symbolizes your values, including your aesthetic sensibility and your enjoyment of life's pleasures, or your appreciation for the beauty of your surroundings. These areas will be energized and enhanced during this transit. You also have more energy for all kinds of creative projects. period of time. You also may be less open to compromise as a result of this transit. Transiting Mars in Conjunction (forming, 3.9 degrees) with natal Saturn Transiting Mars in Conjunction with natal Saturn - the strongest blend of the energies represented by these two planets. Mars transits last for only a few days or two weeks at the most. This transit is strongest (within 2 degrees) from {8/19/98 to 8/27/98} exact on 8/23/98. With Mars transiting your natal Saturn, for this period of time, the established structures in your life are likely to demand more of your attention than usual. It is not a good time for going ahead with large-scale projects, but rather for sticking with routine and accomplishing in little ways. Transiting Jupiter in Inconjunct (forming, -0.5 degrees) with natal Sun Transiting Jupiter in Inconjunct with natal Sun - the planetary energies do not flow smoothly, one or the other predominates; discrimination must be employed. Jupiter transits last for two weeks to one month. This transit is strongest (within 2 degrees) from {5/25/98 to 7/11/98} exact on 6/11/98; and {7/23/98 to 9/8/98} exact on 8/23/98; and {1/13/99 to 2/3/99} exact on 1/24/99. With Jupiter transiting in minor aspect to your natal Sun, you are full of enthusiasm for your life and a healthy sense of optimism pervades your thinking. It is a good time to make plans for the future. You should also beware of excessive optimism during this period. Balanced with a touch of restraint, your optimism during this period of time can be a great benefit for you, long-term. The peaceful and expansive energy of Jupiter comes into your conscious awareness as a result of this transit, leading to new levels of faith and understanding. Transiting Jupiter in Sesquiquadrate (fading, 0.3 degrees) with natal Pluto Transiting Jupiter in Sesquiquadrate with natal Pluto - the planetary energies conflict in determined subtle tension; control is required. Jupiter transits last for two weeks to one month. This transit is strongest (within 2 degrees) from {6/1/98 to 9/2/98} exact on 6/20/98, 8/14/98; and {1/18/99 to 2/7/99} exact on 1/28/99. Transits to Pluto affect your urge for self-transformation and regeneration. Conflicts and drastic changes may come up for you during this transit, while Jupiter is aspecting your natal Pluto. Your plans and aspirations for the future, as well as your religious feelings may be affected. You are more serious and look more deeply into any fields of study that are important to you at this time. You could become involved in a research project or other serious study during this transit, and you will find that you have an increased capacity for such a project. Travel plans are another possibility for more serious and renewed consideration at this time. Your ideals and aspirations may also be called into question during the period of time that this transit is in effect. You also could find that you are more interested in your own unconscious process or that of others during this period of time. Transiting Uranus in Opposition (forming, -2.6 degrees) with natal Mercury Transiting Uranus in Opposition with natal Mercury - the planetary energies are polarized; outer events stimulate their interaction; integration is the challenge. Uranus transits typically last for up to a year. This transit is strongest (within 2 degrees) from {2/10/97 to 8/27/97} exact on 3/22/97, 7/5/97; and {11/28/97 to 2/13/98} exact on 1/9/98; and {9/3/98 to 12/1/98} no exact. With transiting Uranus in challenging aspect to your natal Mercury, your communication with others is undergoing quite a shake-up at this time. You may experience flashes of insight, or moments of great excitement as new ideas break through to your conscious awareness. Relations with friends or associates may alter due to new patterns of communication with them. This can be very unsettling to your peace of mind. The influence of Uranus is typically abrupt and full of rapidly developing insights. Your thoughts may become so scattered during the course of this transit that you miss out on completely exploring one thought before a new idea comes along. You may find it valuable to take the best of these new insights and store them away somehow for future reflection, at a later period of time. Transiting Pluto in Inconjunct (forming, 0.8 degrees) with natal Midheaven Transiting Pluto in Inconjunct with natal Midheaven - the planetary energies do not flow smoothly, one or the other predominates; discrimination must be employed. Pluto transits can last up to several years. This transit is strongest (within 2 degrees) from {12/21/96 to 5/31/97} no exact; and {10/20/97 to 12/3/98} exact on 12/12/97, 6/20/98, 10/8/98; and {7/13/99 to 9/22/99} no exact. Transits to the Midheaven affect public life, including work and career, as well as ego assertion, and the authority figures in our lives. There are also implications for your relationships. Those hindering development in the direction of your goals may be discarded, or else new relationships may come into being during the course of a powerful transit to the Midheaven. Pluto's violent energy for change comes into your personality as a result of this transit, leading to a new level of understanding. Because Pluto symbolizes the process of decay and change, death and re-birth, significant life changes may result. You can profit from these seeming misfortunes, in terms of greater self- knowledge and wholeness. Transiting Planets Transiting Sun in Leo (24 Leo 53 16) Transiting Sun in the Eleventh House The Sun transiting the eleventh house. At this point in the yearly cycle of the Sun through the houses, group values and your goals generally are emphasized. The Sun's transit of this house is future-oriented. It is an excellent time to focus on your ideals for social progress, and how you can take your part in actualizing them. you may find yourself asked to play a greater role in your community or other organization. In general, the fruits of your activities in the public sphere will be your focus now. What you have achieved, you must use wisely, for the good of the community. Alternatively, what you have failed to achieve, you must learn from to form the basis of a new approach for yourself, or perhaps a new way to look at social problems generally. Transiting Mercury in Leo (17 Leo 59R) Transiting Mercury in the Eleventh House Mercury transiting the eleventh house. At this point in the cycle of the Mercury through the houses, group values and your goals generally are emphasized. You may feel pulled to express yourself in the context of group activities rather than personal relationships, and tend to be more communicative than usual in social settings during this transit. It is also an excellent time to focus on your ideals for social progress, and how you can best take your part in actualizing them. Transiting Venus in Leo (5 Leo 40) Transiting Venus in the Tenth House Venus transiting the tenth house. At this time in its cycle through the houses, Venus in the house of public life and works brings these factors into emotional harmony, for a period of time lasting about three weeks. Your relationship with your parents or with authority figures generally may be more pleasant or socially enjoyable during this period of time. You may show a serious and practical side to your personality, or an inclination to be ambitious and acquisitive, and should beware of trying too hard to achieve your own ambitions at the expense of others. New directions in your career may manifest at this time, possibly in terms of artistic, or aesthetically pleasing endeavors. Transiting Mars in Cancer (28 Can 12) Transiting Mars in the Tenth House Mars transiting the tenth house. At this time in its cycle of the houses, Mars in the house of public life and works emphasizes these factors in your life. Your relationship with your parents or with authority figures generally may be somewhat strained during this transit. You are drawn to express the outward manifestation of your personality, your public self. At this time career advancements are possible, and the opportunity is there for greater responsibility and commitment. Above all, you should beware of trying too hard at this time, or being more ambitious than you need to be. If you have lived wisely, you will receive the just reward for your efforts; but if you have neglected some areas of life development, the effects may become noticeable at this time. Transiting Jupiter in Pisces (26 Pis 32R) Transiting Jupiter in the Sixth House Jupiter transiting the sixth house. During this transit (lasting about one year) there may be a turning point in your understanding of yourself and your relationship to the world. You also find joy in service to others at this time, and your health is excellent, although you should beware of overindulging in good food. You may feel a new burst of enthusiasm for a particular vocation or calling, or even branch out into new areas of endeavor at this time. It is usually a time of great fulfillment in the cycle of your productive development. Your work life will accordingly benefit. Transiting Saturn in Taurus (3 Tau 37R) Transiting Saturn in the Eighth House Saturn transiting the eighth house. During this period of time, usually lasting about two or three years, there is an emphasis placed on your deepest and innermost feelings and motivations regarding relationships with others. As Saturn passes through the house of death and rebirth, there will be a transformation of some kind in your attitude toward your relationships. As a result, you may come to a renewed understanding of your dependency on other people. It may come about through emotional pain and suffering, less so if you accept the changes going on inside you. There may possibly be a literal death to contend with at this time, such as the death of a loved one, or merely the death and regeneration of older, habitual patterns which you have unknowingly outgrown. You need to make conscious choices at this time, rather than continue to operate at the level of instinctual behavior. Transiting Uranus in Aquarius (10 Aqu 11R) Transiting Uranus in the Fifth House Uranus transiting the fifth house. During this transit, lasting about seven years, there will be a disruptive and potentially liberating impulse to assert your creativity in an individual way. This will bring about changes in your self-expression which affect close interpersonal relationships and also your children. You are in the process of developing your own uniquely creative self-expression, and you may find yourself inspired by many ideas at this time. If you are involved in the arts, radical changes in your approach are likely during this period. In any case it will be a time of outgrowing old patterns and forming new connections with your own inner voice. It is very important that this voice be listened to, even if you don't always consciously recognize this fact. Transiting Neptune in Aquarius (0 Aqu 7R) Transiting Neptune in the Fourth House Neptune transiting the fourth house. During this transit, which lasts about 14 years, your home life and your emotions come under the subtle and misty influence of Neptune. There could be illusions regarding your inner circle, and you may find yourself to be flighty or moody during this period of time. It is possible that old patterns, learned in childhood, will begin to dissolve during this transit, that you may come to recognize that they have outworn their usefulness. You may suffer through having been let down by a parent, or may find that you have an unsettled home life leading to deep- rooted feelings of insecurity. It is a good time to work on yourself in these areas, attempting to resolve ancient conflicts in favor of a newer and more relevant understanding of your innermost self. Transiting Pluto in Sagittarius (5 Sag 18) Transiting Pluto in the Third House Pluto transiting the third house. During this transit, usually lasting 14 or more years, there will be an emphasis on communication skills and thought processes. You may find yourself somewhat compulsively attached to communication and mental pursuits. At this time you have unusually clear and direct verbal and writing skills. You seek the deeper meaning of commonly held beliefs, and may focus your awareness in a more spiritual, or at least a more thoughtful and concerned direction. You also may tend to impose your beliefs on others, as the only correct way to think, but this tendency can and should be overcome. If you do not attempt to overpower with your thoughts, your ideas can be quite valuable to others, as they seek their own path. During this transit you also may be forced to move away from previous patterns of everyday life, into a more realistic, and scary, way of looking at things. Transiting Chiron in Scorpio (13 Sco 36) Transiting Chiron in the Second House Chiron transiting the second house. During this transit, lasting 2 - 8 years, and especially at the beginning of this period of time, your resources, values and monetary stability may alter, causing you to undergo a potentially painful period of re-examination and transformation. Your personality may become focused on the issues of money and material possessions during this period of time. You are on a path of transformation of your attitude toward the material, and your values in general. Issues of insecurity may arise at this time. Old wounds in the area of self-sufficiency versus the care of others, stemming from childhood, could come up for you, for the ultimate purpose of seeing these issues in a new and more beneficial light, and healing their effect on your present-day existence. You may also find that issues of bodily sickness and health may come up for you during this transit - be good to your body during this period of time, and try to tune into your inner knowingness of what is good for it to take in and how to exercise. That knowledge is available to you within yourself if you search for it. Your path now is to make proper use of your own resources, and your material goods as well, and to re-evaluate more positively the meaning of these things in your life. Transiting N Node in Virgo (1 Vir 29R) Transiting N Node in the Eleventh House The lunar North Node transiting the eleventh house. South Node transiting the fifth. During this transit, usually lasting 18 months, the focus of your transformative powers will be your personal creativity, or possibly your relationship with your own children. At this time, also, you may struggle to attain some greater mastery in the area of social concerns and joining in with others in group activity. During the course of this transit you may feel the urge for being recognized and admired. You may also detect underlying feelings of insecurity in yourself. You may be tempted to fall back into a level of creativity that is purely personal or some other form of ego gratification. While this is a valid way for you to progress at another point in your life's journey, it is not your true path now. Your focus at this time is on social rather than personal concerns, and the betterment of society itself may be your object. Certainly you will be more future-oriented, and able at this time to put greater energy into formulating your goals, especially with regard to social issues. Your task is to attempt to make conscious choices, especially in the area of group dynamics, and to become more aware of your true objectives, for yourself, and for society at large. Top of Page