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Copyright, January 2001 by Roxana Muise
January
sponsors four conjunctions (including a new moon), six squares,
one opposition (a Lunar eclipse), four ingresses, and two
direct stations. Uranus receives the flow of energy from
all planets all month long. Expect the unexpected. Anticipate
even changes in the way that change usually occurs. Be ready
for the unique, the rebellious, the exciting to be revealed.
Confrontation is the mode of the day - tempers will be thin
and self-control in short supply. However, electrifying
inspiration will be available for all.
1/1/01
Mars square Neptune 5:21 Scorpio/Aquarius, 9:02 AM: Time
to question and confront life's perceived problems. Conscious
awareness of everyday situations can help to reveal illusions
and to avoid costly mistakes. Replace destructive emotions
with positive antidotes: hope in place of doubt; encouragement
instead of despair, confidence as an alternative for inadequacy.
1/3/01 Venus enters Pisces 10:14 AM: The capacity to attract
that which makes us happy and comfortable is possible through
the integration of inspirational or spiritual principles.
Implement a meditation program, or positive affirmations
to focus on your goals.
1/5/01 Venus square Jupiter Rx 1:52 Pisces/Gemini, 3:14
AM:
Use discrimination and discipline in the pursuit of enjoyment
and pleasure. Get expert opinions on investments. Overextending
your resources could lead to difficult situations.
1/9/01 Lunar eclipse 19:39 Cancer: west coast 12:24 PM,
east coast 3:24 PM: Major changes in traditional systems
are likely. Those who are prepared with suitable tools and
talents will benefit. In the west, new careers can be converted
from other occupations or frameworks. To succeed, be willing
to let go of outmoded ideas. In the east, joining forces
with those whose values are in accord can be very nurturing
and can bring fulfillment. But, make sure to reveal secret
agendas.
1/10/01 Mercury enters Aquarius 5:26 AM: Communication can
directly connect decision-makers with unrecognized alternatives.
Unconventional business models may succeed if care is exercised
to honor all those involved. Evaluate emotional content
of communications for relevance.
1/13/01 Mercury conjunct Neptune 5:48 Aquarius, 5:10 PM:
Multi-layered situations are likely. Deep inner connections
make it difficult to address single issues without direct
and indirect involvement with other issues. Spiritual or
ethical principles need to be honored, and will become the
basis of new projects created at the new Moon on January
24th.
1/16/01 Venus square Pluto 14:18 Pisces/Sagittarius, 10:35
PM Work towards transformation of dreams into reality. Fulfillment
of dreams is possible if there is clarity about what the
goal is, and willingness to take action. Methods need to
be adjustable. Paths to a hoped-for future can open magically
to those who are prepared to take risks.
1/19/01 Sun enters Aquarius 4:16 PM: A shift is occurring
in the manner in which we focus on life. Spiritual and ethical
safeguards need to be reaffirmed. Avoid expedient measures,
and keep the large view in the fore. Patience can insure
that projects are accomplished without losing sight of their
original purpose. As Mercury enters his shadow, diligence
and careful attention to detail in issues of individuation
and innovative ideas will help to prepare for the retrograde
period.
1/20/01 (U.S. Inauguration Day) Mercury square Mars 6:16
Aquarius/Scorpio; Mars parallel Uranus 11:10 AM: Reason
confronts passion to begin a process (T-square) that comes
to culmination at month's end. Expect arguments over freedom
vs. security: which to focus on first, and which to identify
as the end product. Not a simple concept, but one that will
have many perspectives. This is an important question that
will impact and modify all areas of life.
1/22/01 Mercury conjunct Uranus 19:48 Aquarius, 11:35 AM.
Intensity gathers as we marshal resistance to forces of
duality. We feel pulled between a desire to act and the
need to keep safely within old familiar patterns. At times,
it's difficult to know which way to turn, but all the answers
are not yet accessible. The process is tiring, but will
eventually bring resolution.
1/24/01 New Moon 4:37 Aquarius, west coast 5:07 AM; east
coast 8:07 AM. On another level, there is energy for new
beginnings, associated with ethical/spiritual issues encountered
at mid January. In the west, basic values can be revived,
provided that you keep on course with your ideals and principles.
In the east, secrets will be revealed, and groups may adopt
shared values. Important goals can be voiced that meet the
needs of many. This month has been busy with situations
and issues that intertwine, and seem to be irresolvable.
All that is due to change, as: Saturn stationary direct
24:04 Taurus, 4:24 PM. Testing time is here, as we must
recall what we have learned during the past seven months.
Learn to trust your inner voice, and be watchful as you
release the structures that do not serve. This cycle completes
at the end of April and progress can begin in the place
you have been preparing.
1/25/01 Jupiter stationary direct 1:11 Gemini, 12:38 AM.
Regular channels that were unavailable in September may
now be opened. If you have done your homework, optimism
and ideals can begin to be reawakened and embraced by April.
Mercury square Saturn 24:04 Aquarius/Taurus, 1:35 PM. Reason
begins to assume more importance, as structural problems
become evident. Caution needs to be expressed, but persistence
is essential to overcome outmoded standards, so that problems
can be solved. Honest communication is the key. Sun conjunct
Neptune 6:16 Aquarius, 7:56 PM. Sensitivity to the true
concerns of others is the first step to solving relationship
problems. Take special care to root out the true concerns.
The emphasis is now on truth vs. perception.
1/27/01 Mars square Uranus 2:04 Scorpio/Aquarius, 3:10 AM.
Courage will help to win the challenge for independence,
and the ability to follow one's heart. A sometimes-bitter
process has the opportunity to heal now if both parties
can embrace compassion and recognize the need for trust.
1/31/01 Mercury enters Pisces 11:13 PM. There may be a week
of communication difficulties, while Mercury occupies and
turn changes direction Pisces. We have been used to spontaneous
interaction, and during the coming week there will be a
need for extra sensitivity. Folks will be likely to be overly
sensitive, and the need for extra diplomacy will be evident.
JANUARY'S SYMBOLISM
The
ancient god associated with January is Janus, Roman god
of passage. He had two faces -- one for endings and one
for beginnings. Janus, for whom January was named, was the
guardian of the gateway between the past and the future.
Janus' festival, called the Kalendae is from January 1st
to 3rd. Sacrifices were also made in January to the goddess
Fortuna for favors in the coming year. Today, we make resolutions
to sacrifice destructive or useless habits to make room
for worthwhile and constructive activities and behaviors
that will lead us to good fortune. Interesting that Janus
is now in use as the company name for a mutual fund; symbolic
of learning from the past to be successful in the future
by making informed decisions in the present.
January's gemstones are the garnet and the agate -- the
word garnet is derived from the Latin, granatum, which means
pomegranate. Garnet crystals are granular, shaped like the
fruits of the pomegranate. The most prized color of the
gemstone is the deep clear poppy red of the fruit, although
garnets also come in many hues (even to red orange and yellow).
These gems were reported to bring sleep to their wearers,
and to calm a restless brain. Garnets were also associated
with constancy and fidelity, and were said to fortify the
heart of the owner. The agate is a type of chalcedony, made
up of layers of color. Its history suggests it be worn to
clear emotional blockages by piercing the veil of inner
levels of consciousness, and allowing remembrance of past
lives. Moss agate was worn to balance emotions and as a
blood cleanser; lace agate was worn to release muscle spasms
and tension.
January 6th marks the Christian celebration of the 12th
day after Christmas, known as Twelfth Night or Epiphany,
which is derived from the Greek and Latin root meaning appearance,
manifestation, and revealment. The celebration is symbolic
of the story of the three Wise Men from the east, who traveled
12 days and nights to see the newborn savior. It was "revealed"
to them in a dream on the night of the Nativity, that if
they followed the "appearance" of a special star
or light in the heavens, they would find a child in whom
The Christ was "manifested". They brought with
them special gifts from their homelands that were fit to
offer a king. The gifts consisted of gold, a precious metal
of Kings; frankincense (Sun ruled), an aromatic gum resin,
which represents pure prayer; and myrrh (Saturn ruled),
a fragrant but bitter-tasting gum resin used to make incense,
perfume, medicine, and holy ointments for consecration.
Both resins are used in protection rites. Epiphany is celebrated
as a time of consecration - a time of dedication to a better
future.
The power of the breath is ultimate in the healing process,
as there is no life without breath. On January 19th when
the Sun changes signs from earth to air (Capricorn to Aquarius),
we can consciously release the last outbreath of Solar earth
and take in the first breath of Solar air, the first elemental
shift of the millennium. Integrating the breath with the
physical expression can provide a powerful ceremonial tool.
The healing power of the breath is developed through duration
and volume. Standing facing the east, and gently breathe
in and out through the mouth - deeply and rhythmically.
With the first few outbreaths, release all pain, frustration,
anger and imbalance from the past, seeing those energies
dispersed on the wind. With each inbreath, picture each
cell, each pore being embraced by the current of healing
consciousness, driven by divine wind. Feel the healing breath
as it enriches and supports your life. After the first eight
breath cycles, outbreaths may be used to send healing energies
to others.
The new Moon of January falls on the Chinese New Year, the
year of the Snake, which is supportive of developing confidence,
wisdom, depth of understanding, and compassion. May we all
embrace the positive energies of the new Millennium.
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