Alacazem 2009.06.11

12 Jun Alacazem 2009.06.11

June 11 to 18, 2009

Visible Planets: Morning: Jupiter, Venus, Mars and Mercury  Evening: Saturn

Collective Evolution, Planetary Healing, Inner and Outer Peace…

Planet Jupiter goes retrograde in the early morning hours of June 15th, joining asteroid Chiron and Neptune in their apparent backward motion through the late degrees of revolutionary Aquarius. This ongoing planetary convergence constellates an evolutionary shift of individual and collective consciousness, opening doors of heightened awareness and changing perception. For all of us, this is a time to see the forest for the trees, look at the bigger picture and open our hearts to the multi-faceted possibilities of our ever-expanding Universe.

Forgiveness, compassion and spiritual generosity are tools for crafting a new global reality, based on the principles of equanimity, equality and acceptance. We are all together on this planet as one family, one evolving force. We are interconnected, inter-related natural creations, affecting each other via our thoughts, words and deeds. We must detach from petty thinking, racial bias and economic or cultural exclusion, and instead recognize the common denominators of our existence, share common visions and take a leap of faith that we can heal each other and ourselves with acceptance and loving-kindness.

Chiron – the mythological Wounded Healer, Jupiter – the Greek Zeus and king of the gods, and Neptune – god of the sea, are working together in an attempt to awaken, enlighten and help heal humanity. Now that all three planets are moving retrograde, we are called to open “old wounds” – both individual and collective – treat them with Aquarian knowledge and detachment, Jupiterian magnanimity and Neptunian compassion. It’s time to let go and let God, however and in whatever way you can.

As Gemini winds its way toward Cancer, the Moon wanes and starlight illuminates the night skies, let’s think positive and move in directions that uplift, inspire and encourage emotional, physical, psychological and spiritual health. Let us make peace – not war – inner and outer, inside and out…

Aries (Mar. 21-Apr.19)
Jupiter goes retrograde this week in your solar 11th house of friends and associations. Expect people from the past to contact you or come visit over the next several months. Heal friendship wounds, take trips and explore the world with people you enjoy. Also revisit your hopes and dreams. Recreate visions and imagine the world as you want it to be.

Taurus (Apr. 20-May 20)
As your persona expands to include the role of benevolent ruler, father or grandfather, grandma, matriarch or patriarch, be as spiritually generous as possible. Explore the world from the highest perspective and open to the unlimited potential and possibilities of the Universe. Thinking is clear and intentions are pure. Go for greatness and do the next right thing.

Gemini (May 21-June 21)
Happy Birthdays continue as presents appear and candles flicker. Celebrate life with gratitude and enthusiasm, count your blessings and explore shining horizons. Hope and optimism have a way of creating positive experiences and happy results. Be kind and gentle with yourself and refrain from destructive behaviors and dysfunctional people. Enjoy!

Cancer (June 22-July 22)
Friends may motivate and excite you as Mars marches through your solar 11th house of shared interests and group associates. Pursue your dreams with the assistance of those with whom you share goals and visions. Ask for help if you need it, give what you can and take what you need. Explore romance and open your heart to loving-kindness and compassion.

Leo (July 23-Aug.22)
The Sun continues to shine light on those you hold in your heart and cherish in your soul. Give your best to your friends and enjoy their benevolent presence as you pursue career goals and work toward professional progress. Stay omnisciently in the present as you explore the multitude of possibilities surrounding you. Be here now.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sep.22)
The Gemini zodiac month highlights career path and professional status for the Virgin. Be kind to yourself and understand that no one and nothing is perfect. Do your best and realize that your best will change from time to time. Optimistic attitudes and positive thinking work miracles now. Breathe in compassion and breathe out love.

Libra (Sep. 23-Oct.22)
Higher-self awareness and big-picture thinking enable progress and assist enlightenment. Recognize the impermanence in all life and experience as you lovingly embrace the moment. When the student is ready, the teacher appears. Remain open and willing to whatever comes your way. Look for the golden key and keep it close to your heart. Are you ready to open?

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 22)
Partnership issues and relationships in general take center stage as Venus and Mars  – planets of love and war – move through your solar 7th house of important others. Joining forces and pooling resources to obtain mutually beneficial results or commonly held goals is likely and possible now. Balance desire with patience and ego with equanimity. Do your best.

Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 20)
As the Sun ascends from the lower half of your solar chart to the upper, prepare for six months of increasing social interaction and exposure. For now, focus on one-to-one relating and person-to-person experience. See the reflection of self in others, refrain from projection and accept responsibility for your part. Cultivate balance and maintain composure.

Capricorn (Dec. 21-Jan. 19)
Heartfelt passion and the motivation to create stir your soul and spark the fire of desire. Capable and practical, the Mountain Goat loves accomplishment and manifestation. An unfinished artistic project or undeveloped talent is waiting in the wings and now may be the perfect time to dust it off and start anew. Do what it takes and co-create!

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
Jupiter goes retrograde in your sign this week and remains so until mid-October. This translates as a prolonged period of opportunity and favor regarding unfinished projects and unrealized dreams. Start at home and focus on personal agendas. Improve health, clean up messes and remove what is no longer appropriate, useful or necessary. Open space and find grace.

Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20)
Mars and Venus in your solar 3rd house of mental activity may have you not only thinking about love and money, but also taking action to get more of both. Pursue your passions but work on channeling wild desires and heightened emotions in positive, productive ways. Be creative, share romance and have fun. Express inner beauty and shine like the star you are.

Cynthia is a third generation astrologer living in the high mountain desert of the American Southwest. Visit her website @ www.alacazem.com.