January 2020 Horoscopes

Aries- Your career comes into focus and you are concerned with setting new goals for the coming year and beyond. You can see the big picture now and are able to make plans to allow them to transpire. People around you notice your success and good work and want to work with you. You can expect to be presented with opportunities to grow in your career or profession.


Taurus- Your focus in on growth this month. You want to grow and evolve on a spiritual level and for you growth comes through exploration, broadening of your horizons, and learning new ideas. To do this, you want more freedom. Freedom to explore, to travel, to meet new people and consider new beliefs and ideas. You are more honest and enjoy debating with others.


Gemini- Your focus this month is on deep transformation. You want to improve some aspect of your life in a meaningful way. You're more reflective, emotional, and brooding. Your emotions can fluctuate quickly between extreme highs and lows. You're less transparent about your own secrets and inner workings of your mind. Joint finances or shared resources such as taxes, loans, or debts may require attention.


Cancer- Your focus in on the other people and close relationships in your life this month. You're more charming and willing to compromise in order to improve your relationships and make your partner happy. You work better with a partner now rather than alone. You strive for more balance between work and play. You are more critical now and see the problem with everything.


Leo- Your work is your life now. Rather than the big picture, you're focused now on the small details of any matter. You're more analytical and have more of a perfectionist attitude this month so this is a good time to refine and improve your daily routine and processes. Improving your health with diet and exercise changes may become a concern or goal. Your confidence increases and you feel flirty and playful.


Virgo- You're focused on having more fun and less responsibilities. You spend more time with your friends, socializing, or casually dating. Alternately, you may spend more time alone working on your favorite hobbies. You're high on life, more extroverted and engaging. Somewhat melodramatic, you want attention and you'll act out in order get it. If you can't find a source of fun and or attention, being at home either alone or with loved ones brings you emotional comfort.


Libra- Home and family are of the utmost importance to you this month. You may spend some time re-modeling, renovating, reorganizing, or relocating your home. You want your home to be a peaceful place of calm serenity for you and your loved ones. You'll find yourself spending more time close at home with your family building up your roots and enjoying quality time. You are much more animated and able to communicate your emotions to others in a sensible and clearly understandable manner.


Scorpio- You're focused on communication this month. How you receive and process information comes into narrow focus. Your mind is more active and overflowing with thoughts and ideas. You are more social and chatty, so this is an excellent time to network with others and build up those valuable contacts that will contribute to your success in life.


Sagittarius- Your focus is on personal security and material well being. The more money you have the more secure you feel. You take steps to make more money or make what you have last longer. You're more practical and stable. Rather than start something new, this is a time for finishing projects that you have already put into motion. It's hard to hide your emotions and everything you feel is seen on your face.


Capricorn- You are your own primary focus this month. You have more confidence and want more attention. You may change your appearance or behavior. Now is a good time to try new things. You are more bold and willing to take a risk in order to get what you think you want. This is a strategy that you will find will work for you now. You need to get away from it all right now, so you draw away from the world to be by yourself and explore inner realms.


Aquarius- Your focus is in your subconscious and releasing emotional baggage. Long-standing issues reappear now and need to be confronted and healed. Bring around people can be draining, so you withdraw into your self. You're more emotional and sensitive preferring to avoid attention. Compassion and intuition are stronger and you're inclined to support and help those who cannot or will not help themselves


Pisces- Your focus is on your future and personal freedom. You concentrate on your hopes and your vision of the future for yourself. You want to be a part of a group but you really don't need it. You keep people at a certain distance and avoid any drama. Anything unusual such as people, subjects, or places is more seductive now. You want to help others in a unique and meaningful way so you might join a cause.

Mercury in Capricorn

Mercury in Capricorn 

12/28/19  8:54 PM PDT 

Natural Chart / Whole Houses 

Mercury in Capricorn (General)

When Mercury is in Capricorn people's thoughts are deeper, they are more diplomatic, critical, and economical.  Conversations tend to center around their careers. They may give a great deal of thought to their path in life, their goals, and their aspirations.  People think in more practical terms and can see the big picture which allows them the ability make long terms plans for the future.  

Where Capricorn falls in your chart is the area of life that you will give serious thought to and Mercury in Capricorn will most be felt.  

• If your rising sign is Aries, Capricorn is your 10th House. 
• If your rising sign is Taurus, Capricorn is your 9th House. 
• If your rising sign is Gemini, Capricorn is your 8th House. 
• If your rising sign is Cancer, Capricorn is your 7th House. 
• If your rising sign is Leo, Capricorn is your 6th House. 
• If your rising sign is Virgo, Capricorn is your 5th House. 
• If your rising sign is Libra, Capricorn is your 4th House. 
• If your rising sign is Scorpio, Capricorn is your 3rd House. 
• If your rising sign is Sagittarius, Capricorn is your 2nd House. 
• If your rising sign is Capricorn, Capricorn is your 1st House. 
• If your rising sign is Aquarius, Capricorn is your 12th house.
• If your rising sign is Pisces, Capricorn is your 11th House.

Example 

Mercury + Capricorn + 3rd House 

When Mercury in Capricorn and the 3rd house of communication, siblings, and short journeys you give serous thought to how you communicate with others. Your mind races with thoughts and ideas and you have more communication with others. However,  you have the discipline now to focus and communicate with others more responsibly in order to be heard and get your point across. You are more adept at multitasking so long as you have a plan and perform all your tasks in a structured way such as writing up an itinerary, making a to-do list, or allowing a certain amount of time to each tasks. 

Aspects

Aspects, or relationships between planets, are another dimension of astrological interpretation that should be taken into consideration when delineating a chart. As you can see from the chart above we have a Grand Earth Trine between Mercury in Capricorn, Uranus in Taurus, and the Virgo Ascendant.  People are at ease with you and feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and ideas to you. This configuration of planets brings ease to your mind allowing you to be more open to new concepts and ideas as well as to use such concepts in a practical manner.. 

Carolina Dean. 

What I Read in 2019

What I Read in 2019

1. Lucky Charming, Kate Chastain 
2. Birdbox, Josh Malerman 
3. My Life in Astrology*, Sybil Leek 
4. The Astrology Murders, Georgia Frontiere 
5. Fools Rush In, Sunny Frazier 
6. Where Angels Fear, Sunny Frazier 
7. A Snitch in Time, Sunny Frazier 
8. Suspicious Minds, Gwenda Bond 
9. The Madness of Mercury, Connie di Marco 
10. All Signs Point to Murder, Connie Di Marco 
11. Tail of the Dragon, Connie Di Marco 
12. The School of Essential Ingredients, Erica Bauermeister 
13. The Lost Art of Mixing, Erica Bauermeister 
14. Astrology in America, Karen Christino 
15. The Mystics of Mile End, Sigal, Samuel 
16. I am Legend, Richard Matheson 
17. The Ruins, Scott B. Smith 
18. A Caribbean Mystery, Agatha Christie 
19. Murder on the Orient Express, Agatha Christie 
20. And Then There Were None, Agatha Christie 
21. Possessed with Murder, Marian Hanson 
22. Philosophy of Murder, Marian Hanson 
23. Unexpected Murder, Marian Hanson 
24. Haunting Shadows, Marian Hanson 
25. Peril at End House, Agatha Christie 
26. The Unexpected Santera, Irene Lazo
27. Midnight Crossroad, Charlaine Harris 
28. Crazy Rich Asians, Kevin Kwan 
29. Summer of Fear*, Lois Duncan 
30. Eat, Pray, Love, Elizabeth Gilbert 
31. I Rhoda, Valerie Harper 
32. Conjure Wife*, Fritz Leiber 
33. Chocolat*, Joann Harris 
34. The Lollipop Shoes*, Joann Harris
35. The Mirror Crack’d from Side to Side, Agatha Christie 
36. Gene Simmons on Power, Gene Simmons 
37. The Dead Zone, Stephen King 
38. Foretelling the Future, Karen Christino
39. Julie & Julia, Julie Powell
40. The Silence of Trees*, Valya Dudycz Lupesco
41. The Color Purple,  Alice Walker
42. The Witches of New York, Ami Mckay
43. Witch Hill, Marion Zimmer Bradley
44. A Murder is Announced, Agatha Christie
45. The Daughters of Temperance Hobbs, Katherine Howe
46. Scorpio Hates Virgo, Anyta Sunday
47. The Man in the Brown Suit, Agatha Christie
48. Sharp Objects, Gillian Flynn
49. Pisces Hooks Taurus, Anyta Sunday
50. Crooked House, Agatha Christie
51. Gemini Keeps Capricorn, Anyta Sunday
52. Hercule Poirot’s Christmas, Agatha Christie

Note: Books marked with an asterisk (*) indicate that it is not my first time reading said book.

New Moon in Capricorn 2019

New Moon in Capricorn 

12/25/2019  9:13 PM PDT 

Natural Chart / Whole Houses 

New Moon in Capricorn

A New Moon occurs when the Sun and Moon both occupy the same degree of the same sign at the same time. As you can see from the chart above both the Sun and Moon are transiting 4° Capricorn making this a new Moon.  With  a grouping of five planets transiting through Capricorn (called a stellium) there is a lot of energy pouring into Capricorn giving it more strength and power. 

A New Moon bring new possibilities. When the New Moon is in Capricorn people begin to focus more on their career and they become more ambitious, disciplined, and hard-working.  They may be more concerned with advancing in their chosen profession. They may meet with a boss or mentor for some kind of end-of-year review with the hopes of more responsibility, more power, and more money. They may also work on their long term goals. If it seems that their current job cannot satisfy their ambitions, they may consider a new job or life direction in general.  

Where Capricorn falls in your chart is the area of life where you will feel more ambitious, disciplined and hardworking. 

• If your rising sign is Aries, Capricorn is your 10th House. 
• If your rising sign is Taurus, Capricorn is your 9th House. 
• If your rising sign is Gemini, Capricorn is your 8th House. 
• If your rising sign is Cancer, Capricorn is your 7th House. 
• If your rising sign is Leo, Capricorn is your 6th House. 
• If your rising sign is Virgo, Capricorn is your 5th House. 
• If your rising sign is Libra, Capricorn is your 4th House. 
• If your rising sign is Scorpio, Capricorn is your 3rd House. 
• If your rising sign is Sagittarius, Capricorn is your 2nd House. 
• If your rising sign is Capricorn, Capricorn is your 1st House. 
• If your rising sign is Aquarius, Capricorn is your 12th house.
• If your rising sign is Pisces, Capricorn is your 11th House. 

Example: 

New Moon + Capricorn + 3rd House 

When the New Moon is in Capricorn and the 3rd House, you become more ambitious and disciplined about communicating with others. This is a good time to network with others and so you'll have more exchanging with others through electronics means such as emails, text messages, phone calls, etc.... You ability to absorb, gather, and organize information is accentuated which allows you to get more organized and be more efficient. You tend to make decisions quicker now and they are usually the right ones.  You may even get involved in your community. 

Aspects 

Aspects, or relationships between planets, is another dimension of astrological interpretation which should be considered. Looking at the chart above we see that the New Moon chart features a Grand Earth Trine between the New Moon in Capricorn, Uranus in Taurus, and the Virgo Ascendant.  With a configuration such as this people can be somewhat more sentitive but the trine / earth energy gives them the ability to control their emotions. You're more creative and imaginative and it shows. You also have the ability to channel your creativity and imagination into something useful.  

Where does the New Moon in Capricorn fall in your chart and how will it manifest for you?

Carolina Dean 

The Sun in Capricorn 2019

Sun in Capricorn

12/21/19  8:19 PM  PDT 

Natural Chart / Whole Houses 

Sun in Capricorn (General) 

The Sun enters Capricorn tonight announcing heralding the Winter Solstice and therefore the beginning of Winter.  Perhaps it should not surprise you, dear reader, then that when the Sun enters Capricorn people become colder - both figuratively and literally. With another year almost behind them, people may feel older, and more responsible. They may settle into a more practical mood or mindset and turn their attention and interest to their financial affairs, set new responsibilities for themselves, and become more determined. 

As you can see from the chart above The Sun and Jupiter are about 4 degrees apart and therefore applying a conjunction between the two planets.  The expansive energy of Jupiter amplifies the confidence, creativity, and power of the Sun. For the short time this aspect is active, people may feel more confident and so this is also a good time to start something new or to accept new opportunities and make the best of them. 

Where Capricorn falls in your chart is the area of life where the ingress of the Sun in Capricorn will most be felt. 

• If your rising sign is Aries, Capricorn is your 10th House. 
• If your rising sign is Taurus, Capricorn is your 9th House. 
• If your rising sign is Gemini, Capricorn is your 8th House. 
• If your rising sign is Cancer, Capricorn is your 7th House. 
• If your rising sign is Leo, Capricorn is your 6th House. 
• If your rising sign is Virgo, Capricorn is your 5th House. 
• If your rising sign is Libra, Capricorn is your 4th House. 
• If your rising sign is Scorpio, Capricorn is your 3rd House. 
• If your rising sign is Sagittarius, Capricorn is your 2nd House. 
• If your rising sign is Capricorn, Capricorn is your 1st House. 
• If your rising sign is Aquarius, Capricorn is your 12th house.
• If your rising sign is Pisces, Capricorn is your 11th House. 

Example 

The Sun + Capricorn + 3rd House 

With the Sun in Capricorn and the third house of communication, siblings, and short journeys you become more disciplined and responsible in  the way in whch you communicate with others.  Your mind if more active and overflowing with thougts and ideas and that energy of Capricorn helps you to sort through them in a more systematic and disciplined mannter.  

The Aspects, or relatonship between planets is another dimensions of astrological interpretation that is to be considered. I've already touched upon the aspects in the transit chart above, however, one should also look at the aspects between the planets in the transit chart and those in one's birth chart. For example, The Sun in 0° Capricorn is applying an opposition to Saturn in 3° Cancer. 

Saturn is called the Great Teacher and when he touches another point or position in your chart you are presented with a lesson designed to help you grow, mature ane evolve. Unfortunatley, these lessons often come in the form of some kind of challenge or difficulty that we must overcome. When the Transit Sun makes an opposition to Natal Saturn you experience blockages and obstacles that present a blow to your ego. This is a time to strive for making better decisions an living more responsibly. 

Where does Capricorn fall in your chart and how will the ingress of the Sun into Capricorn manifest for you? 

Carolina Dean 

Venus in Aquarius 2019

Venus in Aquarius 

12/19/19 10:41 PM PDT 

Natural Chart / Whole Houses 

Venus in Aquarius (General) 

When Venus is in Aquarius people are generally happier and more romantic. They are more caring, humanitarian and want friendships more than usual. They may also experience "falling in love" suddenly and more frequently. Perhaps this is all due to the holiday season as well as it being the so close to the end of the year and many folks are not looking forward to spending another year alone, or at least New Year's Eve.  

Aquarius is ruled by Uranus, the rebel planet, and so in their search for love and friendships people may look beyond their usual "type" and seek out relationships (friendships and romances) with people who are non-conforming in some way. 

Where Aquarius falls in your Birth Chart is the area of life where Venus in Aquarius will most be felt. 

1. If Aries if your Rising Sign, Aquarius is your 11th House. 
2. If Taurus is your Rising Sign, Aquarius is your 10th House. 
3. If Gemini is your Rising Sign, Aquarius is your 9th House. 
4. If Cancer is your Rising Sign, Aquarius is your 8th House.
5. If Leo is your Rising Sign, Aquarius is your 7th House. 
6. If Virgo is your Rising Sign, Aquarius is your 6th House. 
7. If Libra is your Rising Sign, Aquarius is your 5th House 
8. If Scorpio is your Rising, Aquarius is your 4th House. 
9. If Sagittarius is your Rising Sign, Aquarius is your 3rd House. 
10. If Capricorn is your Rising Sign, Aquarius is your 2nd House. 
11. If Aquarius is your Rising Sign, Aquarius is your 1st House. 
12. If Pisces is your Rising Sign, Aquarius is your 12th House. 

Example 

Venus + Aquarius + 4th House

With Venus in Aquarius and the 4th house you are looking for someone who is more traditional, nurturing, romantic, strong, and protective. who values empathy. You want true love which lasts and could meet someone special through a family member or someone who works with homes in some way (decorators, architect, construction worker, etc...) Venus transiting the fourth house is also a good time to beautify your home and make it more inviting. 

Aspects, or relationships between planets, is another dimensions of astrological interpretation that should be taken into consideration. For example, in my birth chart I have Jupiter in 4° Aquarius, so Venus would be applying a conjunction to my Jupiter. A conjunction between Transit Venus and Natal Jupiter could indicate to feelings of generosity, positivity, and lightheartedness.  You feel luckier and could possibly meet someone new at a social function.  Finally, the chances that you overindulge in food or drink could be greater so this is something that you should be aware of if you struggle with over-eating, emotional eating / drinking or alcoholism. 

Where does Venus in Aquarius fall in your chart and how will it manifest for you?

Carolina Dean  

Full Moon in Gemini 2019

Full Moon in Gemini 

12/11/19  9:12 PM PDT 

Natural Chart / Whole Houses 

A full moon occurs when both the Sun and the Moon occupy the same degree of opposite signs at the same time. As you can see from the above Full Moon Chart, the Sun is in 19° Sagittarius and the Moon is 180° away in 19° Gemini making this a Full Moon. 

The Big Picture 

The Full moon occurs when the Sun and Moon are in opposition. An opposition is a type of aspect in which two planets are 180° apart. They are divided and struggling to pull away from one another and each feels that the lack control over the situation. The Moon is transiting the area of our chart associated with our community, our neighbors and siblings while the Sun is occupying the area of the chart dealing with foreign people, places, and ideas. So we have a divide here between "us" and "them". 

Whereas New Moons bring something new into our lives, such as a new person, a new opportunity, or a new challenge; a Full Moon brings a completion or an end to something. A Full Moon in Gemini and the 3rd House can indicate the end of a feud with a neighbor, or a rivalry with a sibling resulting in a reconciliation. Issues of communicating effectively with others may also arise. In general this is a good time for clearing up misunderstanding with people and explaining how you feel more directly and clearly. 

The Personal Touch 

To better understand how the Full Moon in Gemini will have an affect of you, you need to look at the natal house where 19° Gemini falls in your chart. For example, in my birth chart 19° Gemini aligns with my eighth house of transformation and shared resources. Knowing that the Sun and Moon are 180° apart on this date and time, that would put the Sun in 19° Sagittarius in my second house of money, material possessions, and personal values. 

For me, this would indicate that some type of deep transformation is to be expected. Regeneration and renewal comes through releasing or letting go of blockages related to the idea of "what is ours" vs. "what is mine". Issues related to physical intimacy and trust may also need to be addressed. In addition the Transit Full Moon in 19° is making a Trine to my natal Uranus in 21° Libra indicating an ease of flow between emotions and the urge for individuality and freedom. I can expect a desire to break away from my usual routine and do something new and different. I may feel the urge to do something that causes me to stand out from the crowd more as well. 

How to Work With Full Moon in Gemini Energy 

• the mantra for Gemini is I THINK, so stop and think before you speak (or write). 
• work on your written and verbal communication skills; avoid any language or tone that could be misconstrued. 
• don't assume people "read between the lines" or understand, go the extra mile to clarify. 
• clear up any misunderstanding that have had with others. 
• get to know your neighbors 
• check in with your siblings 
• try to exercise more adaptability, open-mindedness, and versatility especially about anyone or anything that seems different or foreign. 
• get involved with a neighborhood or community effort. 

Where does 19° Gemini fall in your chart and how will the Full Moon in Gemini manifest for you? 

  

Mercury in Sagittarius 2019

Mercury in Sagittarius 

12/9/19  1:42 am  PDT 

Natural Chart / Whole Houses 

Mercury in Sagittarius 

When Mercury, planet of the mind, is in Sagittarius, the sing of higher education people are more interested in expanding the mind through education, philosophy and travel.  Sagittarius represents the archetype of the adventurer, so this more about learning through experience rather than through books. People may turn to some form of writing as well and so with the end of the current year and the beginning of the new year right around the corner this is a good time to review one's accomplishments in 2019 and think about what their goals and aspirations for 2020. You can imagine big things for yourself now and develop a plan for making them so. 

The astrological house where Sagittarius falls in your Natal, or Birth, Chart is the area of life where you will most feel the energy shift of Mercury in Sagittarius. 

• If Aries is your Ascendant, then Sagittarius is your 9th House. 
• If Taurus is your Ascendant, then Sagittarius is your 8th House. 
• If Gemini is your Ascendant, then Sagittarius is your 7th House. 
• If Cancer is your Ascendant, then Sagittarius is your 6th House.
• If Leo is your Ascendant, then Sagittarius is your 5th House. 
• If Virgo is your Ascendant, then Sagittarius is your 4th House.  
• If Libra is your Ascendant, then Sagittarius is your 3rd House. 
• If Scorpio is your Ascendant, then Sagittarius is your 2nd House. 
• If Sagittarius is your Ascendant, then Sagittarius is your 1st House. 
• If Capricorn is your Ascendant, then Sagittarius is your 12th House 
• If Aquarius is your Ascendant, then Sagittarius is your 11th house
• If Pisces is your Ascendant, then Sagittarius is your 10th House.

Example 

Mercury + Sagittarius + 2nd House 

With Mercury in Sagittarius and the 2nd house you are thinking about how you can create more comfort, security, and value for yourself. You are slower to make decisions now and take a more reserved approach to life in general. You don't want to make too many change too fast. You may also considering making a purchase of new technology like an ipad, laptop, or cell phone. It would be wise to take your time do your research and make sure that you get the best deal for the amount you're willing to pay. This is also a good time to review your budget and consider making decisions about your finances that will bring you more security and value.

Aspects 

Aspects, or relationships between planets, is another dimensions of chart interpretation that is important to consider. If you have any planets of positions near 0° Sagittarius then they may form aspects to Mercury. For example. in my own chart transit Mercury at 0° Sagittarius is separating a sextile to Neptune in 2° Aquarius.  A sextile is a type of aspect that represents compatibility and cooperation, so a sextile between Mercury and Neptune indicates the mind and perception are working in harmony.  Intuition could be sharper, and you can communicate what you are sensing better now.  You're more in tune with your sense of compassion so you're more willing to forgive others. You're more romantic and dreamy.

Where does Sagittarius fall in your Natal Chart and how will it manifest for you? 

Astrological Remediation: Finding Balance with Your Big Three

Astrological Remediation:

Finding Balance with your Big Three 

When astrologers speak of your "Big Three" they are speaking about three specific positions and points in your natal chart. They are

1. Your Sun Sign- the essence of who you are. 
2. Your Moon Sign- your emotional nature. 
3. Your Ascendant- the first impression you give to others. 

Let's look at an example. Below you will find the natal, or birth, chart for the famous novelist Agatha Christie who is known for creating the who-done-it genre as well as creating the characters of Miss Marple and Hercule Poirot. 

As you can see from the chart above, Agatha has the Sun in Virgo, Moon in Libra, and has Sagittarius Rising. From this alone we can gather that she is comes across as someone who is adventurous, intelligent, honest, plain-spoken, industrious and magnetic. Essentially she is efficient, shrewd, discriminating, has an eye for detail, and is something of a workaholic. She has high ideals, and often takes others into her faith and confidence until they prove themselves unworthy of the same. Although she has a kind and forgiving nature, she can also have a quick temper which can be often be activated by anyone who fails to keep up with her mentally. 

Balancing the Elements of the Chart 

Now, in order to find better balance we must look at the elements associated with these points and positions. Again, we will use the chart of Agatha Christie as an example. 

• Sun in Virgo = Earth 
• Moon in Libra= Air 
• Sagittarius Rising= Fire 

The element lacking here then is water. Perhaps this is why so many of her stories take place on or near water (i.e. Death on the Nile, Appointment with Death, etc...)  Now, before I go any further let me say that it will not always play out in such as way that you are missing only one element as in the case of Agatha Christie. Depending on the signs your big three occupy you could be lacking in as many as three elements. For example. I was looking at a clients chart the other day whose Rising Sign and Sun Sign were both Cancer (water) and whose Moon was in Leo (Fire) so he was lacking both earth and air. 

So in order to bring the elements into balance, we must incorporate the element, or elements, that we lack into our lives as much as possible. 

From Harm to Harmony Suggested Way to Restore Elemental Balance in Your Life 

Fire 

• burn candles in your environment; or erect a "fire altar" in your home
• decorate your home in shades of red or hang artwork that uses firey motifs or colors. 
• write your goals on paper and burn them in the flame of a candle. 
• carry a piece of lava-rock in your pocket
• visit "hot" places such as the desert or a sauna; visit bonfires when appropriate 
• wear clothing or jewelry  in shades of red
• if you can't wear red outwardly, wear red socks or underwear, or carry a red handkerchief in your pocket or purse. 
• take care of your personal power, or vital life force, by using it wisely and replenishing it on a regular basis

 Earth 

• collect rocks, gems, and stones and display them prominently in your home; erect an "earth altar" in your home
• decorate your home in shades of green; hang artwork of forest, animals, mountains, etc...  
• write your goals and wishes on paper and place them under a quartz crystal 
• write your wish on a piece of paper, use a rubber band to secure it around a crystal and carry the crystal in your pocket or purse 
• take a mud bath. 
• visit "earthy" places such as the forest, mountain, or a garden; or simply go to your back yard or a park where you can put your bare feet against the earth. 
• wear clothes in shades of green and brown. 
• if you can't wear green clothes outwardly, wear green or brown socks or underwear; carry a green handkerchief in your pocket or purse. 
• take care of your body, engage in regular exercise and other physical activity. 

Air 

• collect feathers and display them prominently in your home; erect an "air altar" in your home
• decorate your home in shades of yellow; hang artwork in your home that uses airy colors. 
• burn incense in your home on a regular basis; write your goals on paper and place them under your incense. 
• as much as possible open your window and let fresh air into your home, visit places where there is a steady wind (such as the beach). 
• "smoke" yourself with incense or sage on a regular basis. 
• wear clothes in shades of yellow
• if you can't wear yellow clothing, wear yellow socks or underwear, carry a yellow handkerchief in your pocket or purse. 
• take care of your mind by engaging in positive self-talk, mantras, affirmations, and/ or journaling. 

Water 

•  collect sea shells, sea glass, etc... and display them prominently in your home. create a "water altar" in your home. 
• decorate your home is shades of blue, hang artwork in shades of blue featuring fish, mermaids, ocean views, etc... 
• visit oceans, lakes, rivers, or ponds; practice self-care by taking a spiritual bath once or twice a week. 
• wear clothes in shades of blue; if you cannot wear blue outwardly, you can wear blue socks, underwear, or carry a blue handkerchief in your pocket or purse. 
• take care of your emotions by practicing gratitude, ridding yourself of negative emotional or psychic baggage, and learning to express them in a healthy manner. 

The key to bringing yourself more into balance is to act with intention and to be consistent in your practices. What elements are lacking in your Big Three and how will you seek to bring them in balance and harmony?

Click here to get your free natal chart. 

Carolina Dean 

Jupiter in Capricorn 2019

Jupiter in Capricorn 

12/02/2019   10:20 AM PDT 

Natural Chart / Whole Houses 

Jupiter in Capricorn (General)

When Jupiter (I expand), the planet of growth, expansion, optimism, and self-improvement is in Capricorn (I use), the sign associated with conservatism, responsibility, and discipline, people are generally more serious, grave, hard-working, judgmental, frugal, and interested in power and authority. As we come close to the end of the year, people's thoughts turn to what they have accomplished in the present year and what they want to accomplish in the coming new year.  

Capricorn is the sector of the natural chart that deals with career, ambition, and one's profession, so people become concerned with advancing in their chosen career. They may assess their career accomplishments, engage more in self-promotion, or seek out feedback from their boss or mentor to determine how they can improve, what new opportunities may be available to them, or  ask for some type of reward (such as a raise, promotion, or new title) for their accomplishments. 

The house where Capricorn falls in your chart is the area of life where you will feel the need for growth, improvement, and acknowledgement of or reward for your success and accomplishments. 

• If your rising sign is Aries, Capricorn is your 10th House. 
• If your rising sign is Taurus, Capricorn is your 9th House. 
• If your rising sign is Gemini, Capricorn is your 8th House. 
• If your rising sign is Cancer, Capricorn is your 7th House. 
• If your rising sign is Leo, Capricorn is your 6th House. 
• If your rising sign is Virgo, Capricorn is your 5th House. 
• If your rising sign is Libra, Capricorn is your 4th House. 
• If your rising sign is Scorpio, Capricorn is your 3rd House. 
• If your rising sign is Sagittarius, Capricorn is your 2nd House. 
• If your rising sign is Capricorn, Capricorn is your 1st House. 
• If your rising sign is Aquarius, Capricorn is your 12th house.
• If your rising sign is Pisces, Capricorn is your 11th House. 

Example 

Jupiter + Capricorn + 3rd House 

Using our keyword system, Jupiter in Capricorn and the 3rd house of communication and short journeys can translate to "I better myself by using adaptability and versatility when exchanging thoughts, ideas, and other information with others." With Jupiter in Capricorn and the 3rd house you're more serious and want to expand your mind with new knowledge in a disciplined way. You are more honest, open, and respectful in how you communicate with others and are able to express your thoughts and ideas without getting overly emotional. You work hard to learn new things and apply what you have learned to continue to improve yourself. 

Where does Jupiter in Capricorn fall in your chart and how will it manifest for you? 

The Astrology of December 2019

The Astrology of December 2019

All Times Pacific 

• 12/02     Jupiter enters Capricorn  10:20 am 
• 12/09     Mercury enters Sagittarius 1:42 am 
• 12/11     Full Moon in Gemini 9:12 pm  
• 12/19     Venus enters Aquarius 10:42 pm 
• 12/21     Sun enters Capricorn 8:19 pm 
• 12/25     New Moon in Capricorn 9:13 pm  
• 12/28     Mercury enters Capricorn 8:55 pm  

Best Days December 2019

The Best Days was a feature in many old almanacs and gave the optimal times for performing such tasks as weaning a baby, pulling teeth, or planting by the signs.  Here I have taken this concept and applied it to the folk magic tradition of Hoodoo and given the best days for various magical endeavors. They are: 

• Love & Romance        1, 10-15, 19, 20, 27-29          
• Crown of Success        1, 7-11, 16-18, 24-29             
• Sex & Sexuality           14, 15, 19, 22           
• Cleansing                     7-9, 12, 13, 16-18, 24                       
• Hotfooting                   2-6, 21, 22, 30, 31                    
• Unblocking                  5, 6, 23, 24

Carolina Dean                   

December 2019 Horoscopes

December 2019 Horoscopes 

Hello, 

I hope these horoscopes find your as aura bright as a cop's flashlight in your face on a dark and stormy night, your chakras spinning like a new washing machine, and your vaginal / anal walls as strong as a toddler with a grip on your leg as you try to leave them alone long enough to go to the bathroom alone..... 

• Aries- Now you identify with your inner free-spirit. You want more freedom, freedom to explore new people, new places, new cultures, new knowledge,  and new ideas. However, it is important that you remain grounded and don't let yourself get too carried away in your explorations. 
• Taurus- You feel more supported this month in an intimate way and now you feel that you are ready to make deep, powerful changes in your life. To this end, you reflect more and can be brooding. You emotions can sway between extremes but you're not apt to share your feelings with anyone at the moment. 
• Gemini- You identify more with others this month, and tend to see things from the other person's point of view rather than your own. You make a better effort to get to know the people around you and you are more willing to meet someone in the middle in order to attain and maintain peace. In fact, you may tend to give more than you get... and that's okay for now. 
• Cancer- You're busier than normal this month and find yourself spending more time on your work. You want to get organized and make streamline your processes. You spend more time on the details of any matter and fail to consider the big picture now. You hold yourself and those around you to a higher standard now. 
• Leo- You're more about being social, spending time with your friends, dating, or enganging in your hobbies or other creative pursuits. You're not interested in anything that remotely wreaks of work. If single, you are more determined to meet someone and fall in love; if partnered you want to spend more time with your significant other. Either way, you just want more attentnion. 
• Virgo- You're a real homebody this month. You identify more with your home, your family, and you're ancestors now.  You spend more quality time with your family this month or use your time to renovate, refurbish, redecorate, or refresh your home  to make it a place of peace comfort for yourself and those you love. 
• Libra- Your mind races now with many thoughts and ideas.  You spend more time now making many short trips around your neighborhood, meeting and speaking with many people. You may spend more time with your siblings and start many projects but fail to finish them. 
• Scorpio - You're feeling more secure in yourself this month and carry yourself with more confidence. You may come into more money or have the opportunity to make more money this month. The more money you have, the more secure you feel. However, there is danger that as you make more money, you also spend more money. It is important that you exercise moderation in your spending. 
• Sagittarius- You have more energy this month and are able to direct it towards your goals and aspirations. You carry yourself with more confidence and bravado and may even feel a little cocky to boot. You are really feeling your oats and want to attract more attention and interest. In your mind, its your world and everyone else is just living in it. 
• Capricorn- You're feeling more introspective and reflective this month. You explore the inner realms of your mind and soul. You can be more sensitive to the energy of the people around you or the places that you find yourself in. You may find that being around other people leeches your energy reserves and you need more time alone to recharge yourself.
• Aquarius- You're feeling less selfish this month and want to join a humanitarian cause or group in order to help make the world a better place.  As much as you want to help others, you also want to avoid drama and group politics so you maintain a detached attitude. If you find yourself being drawn into conflict, you can just as easily leave the group and do what you can for the cause as an individual. 
• Pisces- You're focused on your goals this month and benefit from self-promotion. You enjoy a good reputation and people are more apt to help you in your career now. It would behoove your to make an appointment with your boss or mentor to assess how you are doing, figure out how you can improve, and set attainable goals for the future.  

Carolina Dean