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RADICAL THINKING ~ ALTERNATIVE SOLUTIONS

by Kelly Beard
www.karmictools.com

JULY ~ Cancer/Leo

Summer Solstice in June initiated a major new cycle of Cancer/Capricorn energies. And July we have a second New Moon in Cancer and both are also Super Moons which is when the Moon is closer to Earth and the gravitational pull is that much stronger. It is a time to be mindful of your emotional responses to the monumental shifts going on individually and collectively. During July, many of the outer planets are Retrograde, with only Saturn in forward motion which suggests that some major healings and integrations are under way and you should be focused inward where your healing and transformation is concerned. However, Saturn rules reality, structure and form, in the sign of Virgo, the lesson of discernment and healing and that is finishing a major two-year cycle of restructuring your body and health, as well as the foundation of your life and life’s work. So while you may have some very internal processes going on this summer, also devote some time to setting intentions where this energy is concerned as well because it is preparing you for the next cycle when Saturn enters Libra. Essentially, it is getting you the individual together so that you are clear and well-prepared for its journey through Libra when it will assist in restoring balance to your relationships and collaborations, anchoring them for many years to come.

AUGUST ~ Leo/Virgo

August brings the final eclipse in the Leo/Aquarius series which has been anchoring two major cycles of 9 and 18 years. We had major closure on cycles from 1989–1991 and 1999–2001 and now have a fresh start to a new cycle. Based on the global shifts, many things are obvious now that had radically different meanings during previous cycles. Now you must anchor your self-love (Leo) and be clear about who you are so that your contribution to the community and global family (Aquarius) is that much more relevant and useful. Early August will assist in your process of balancing ego drives with humanitarian drives. Tune in to ideas and causes that are close to the heart so that once we’ve moved in to Virgo at the end of August whatever healing is necessary, will be clear and possible. August is about the only possible breather so take advantage of this time to play (Leo) and heal (Virgo) whenever you can. It will fortify you for the major cycles and potent energies approaching.

SEPTEMBER ~ Virgo/Libra

September is going to be intense and transformative so hopefully you gathered your strength during August. Pluto goes forward, Mercury Retrogrades and we have Act 3 (of 5) of the Saturn/Uranus opposition. All of this suggests a small window for major activations, you must have your wits about you and be clear on your desires and intent. Pluto rules death, rebirth and transformation and is in its first full year (of 16 years) in Capricorn the sign of responsibility and society. This hasn’t happened since the American Revolution, and here we are again, at a similar crossroads of having outgrown the previous structures because our human family has evolved and grown exponentially. Saturn, which rules Capricorn, adds intensity to the mix and assists with the step-by-step process of building new structures that will serve society. While Uranus does its work of ensuring we do not build old over the new, but reveals completely new paradigms and new challenges which will require experimental and radically creative solutions. Mercury a very quick, small planet that packs a punch because it is our thinking that guides much of this and it dips in to Libra, balance and relationships, and backs in to Virgo, healing & purification, insisting that we heal our thinking so our human life can thrive. It reminds us that all is connected! My final reminder … it’s time to let your heart lead! Your life and life’s work must be heart-centered to be successful.