The Sun in Aquarius Raises Awareness of Global Conditions

THE SUN ENTERED Aquarius, the sign of the humanitarian, on January 20, taking us into the heart of winter, where we review our past accomplishments and consolidate our vision for the coming year. Aquarius bestows us with the gift of vision. Symbolized by the water bearer, the man or woman pouring the elixir of consciousness upon the world, Aquarius is the consummate humanitarian. As we enter 2007, many concerns have been realized and voiced on a global scale, including an escalation of the war in Iraq, the environmental changes that are severely impacting the stability of Earth's climate, and in America, much frustration with the current political arena. The debate, and hopefully, the search for solutions will continue most fervently while the sun transits Aquarius.

Aquarians Can Be Concerned With Causes
at the Expense of Their Own Welfare

It has been said that the problems created at one level of consciousness can only be resolved by raising our consciousness to a higher level, and Aquarius points the way to an expanded awareness for all of us. Sometimes neglecting the concerns of their own personal lives, people born with the sun, moon, or rising sign in Aquarius are concerned with causes that affect the entire planet and prepared to be of service to the betterment of life on earth. A fixed, positive polarity air sign, Aquarius can be dogmatic in their beliefs and lack sufficient concern about the welfare of their closest personal relationships while pouring energy into causes that effect mankind. Aquarians benefit from integrating a bit of their polar opposite sign, Leo's sense of healthy self-concern.

The Full Moon Highlights a Dichotomy Between Ego and Higher Self

On February 1, we have a full moon in Leo, opposite the sun in Aquarius, giving us an opportunity to reinstate the balance between self- awareness and concern for humanity as a whole. The possibility for reconciliation is emphasized by a Neptune-Saturn opposition in Aquarius and Leo, respectively. Symbolizing the archetypal struggle between the lower self and the higher self, this aspect demonstrates the need to acknowledge our instinctual nature, appreciate the capacity of our mind and personality, yet honor the higher self and innate, heart wisdom as the only part of our being capable of guiding us.

Aspects at the New Moon Support the Healing of Our Culture

A favorable aspect from expansive Jupiter in its home sign of Sagittarius supports an attunement to our higher wisdom and brings opportunities for change, growth and expansion. Hard working Mars in Capricorn shows us how to implement the needed changes into the substance of our lives and the structure of our world. The day before St. Valentines, February 13, brings Mercury retrograde (apparent backwards motion) in Pisces. This gives us a three-week-long window of time for inner reflection and spiritual study. On February 17, we have a new moon in Aquarius, bringing the ideal changes that need to be made to support the healing of our culture and transformation of world consciousness. Jupiter shines its beneficial light for the remainder of the month as it facilitates positive changes and harmonizes previously opposing forces so that changes can be implemented.

The Sun Enters Mystical Pisces and We Learn More About Love

A supportive Mars-Venus aspect, active for the first three weeks of February, brings a sense of peace and harmony to our personal romantic relationships, especially if we have been willing to follow the wisdom of our hearts in our decisions and interactions. The sun completes its transit of Aquarius and enters romantic and mystical Pisces on February 18. On February 19, the planet of love, beauty and relationship, Venus, at the last of its transit through Pisces, forms a dynamic aspect with transformational Pluto. For the remainder of February, and really, for the totality of our lives, we are cautioned to be acutely aware of the difference between love and control, or power versus force, and to follow our heart's wisdom in all of our relationships and interactions.

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	Big plans call for bold moves. Take the time to do necessary research to lay the proper foundation, then trust your intuition and move forward now to bring your goals and vision into reality. When your choices and actions are aligned with your heart and Spirit, success comes naturally.
	The benefits of many months of focus and diligent work to build a strong foundation are beginning to manifest this month. Carefully chosen investments bring generous rewards, transforming your ideas and beliefs about how abundance is created and maintained. Meeting and interacting with people who hold different beliefs and bring fresh perspectives opens your life to new possibilities.
	The time has arrived for the change in career direction that you have been contemplating or planning for many months. You will need to get organized and practice more mental discipline as new educational pursuits are on the horizon now. Friends, relatives, lovers and partners are helpful and supportive as you move into a new phase of your life, and you discover innovative ways to make good use of your resources.
	The past year of hard work and consistent focus to improve your finances is beginning to bear fruit this month as fortunate new opportunities get presented. You have become increasingly aware of the impeccable guidance provided by your higher, spiritual consciousness, and you are more willing to follow it. You will also be more available to work harmoniously with partners who assist you in reaching your goals.
	The full moon in your sign highlights your need and desire for personal space in which to develop creative projects. You see the need for critical changes that could take your work in a new direction, but will certainly refine it, allowing full expression for your creative energy. Partners desire much of your attention, but you will need to maintain your priorities, as you are in a window of time in which you can be incredibly well focused.
	Partners catalyze significant changes in your home life, or the foundation upon which you have built your life, as well as in the nature of the partnership itself. You must draw upon inner resources to find and implement creative solutions, and you are very capable of doing this. Assistance comes in unanticipated ways as your access, and follow, your higher spiritual guidance and inner wisdom.
	New goals and vision for your life are highlighted this month, as you become inspired by a breakthrough in your understanding. Through talking with friends, or accessing support in your community, you find creative solutions to current issues that have been limiting your future goals. Act now to implement needed steps or changes.
	The full moon highlights your career and sense of life-purpose, bringing a surge of creative energy for expansion. This is the last year of a very long process with your ruling planet, Pluto transforming your values and finances, and you now discover new ways that are in alignment with your values and inner spiritual guidance to create not only financial abundance, but abundance in all aspects of your life. Finding innovative ways of communicating will be your key to success this month.
	A decade of Pluto transiting your sign and catalyzing much personal transformation is coming to an end. To move your life forward, changes in your home, or in the foundation upon which you base your life, may be necessary. The full moon on February 2 sheds light on new opportunities to create the life you truly want, and Jupiter in your sign helps you move toward your vision.
	The theme for 2007 centers on completing years of inner spiritual searching and transformation of your beliefs, and allowing your new understanding to expand into every area of your life. The full moon highlights your personal and jointly held resources, and new opportunities for expansion come from unexpected sources. Mars in your sign gives you the push of energy needed to handle important projects while communicating in a creative way.
	The sun in your sign highlights your sense of being and presence in the world, while the full moon brings you attention to your marital or business partnerships. Last years' challenge to manifest your vision by taking practical action steps in the world continues for the first half of 2007, and comes to a maximum point of focus this month. Once your vision is aligned with your inner spiritual truth, create a plan you can follow. Friends and group associations will be helpful as they inspire you and encourage you to succeed.
	The planet of change and awakening, Uranus in your sign forms a pivotal aspect with the planet of expansion, Jupiter this month, and you may be jolted to a new awareness regarding your life's direction and purpose. The full moon sheds light on patterns of daily behavior that will bring the vision and inspire the actions needed to create a positive change in your way of interacting in the world. Get out and meet people, join groups and network with others, as the social interaction will bring fortunate opportunities.

© Carola Eastwood, 2006

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Carola Eastwood is a professional astrological consultant, counselor, and teacher with over 22 years experience providing insight and guidance for clients throughout the world. Carola has appeared on national TV, hosted radio shows, spoken at national conventions, and presented classes and workshops to numerous audiences.

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