Sun in Aries Brings Burst of New Energy for Creativity

THE SUN ENTERED Aries on March 20 at the Spring Equinox, initiating the beginning of the astrological New Year. The first of the twelve signs of the zodiac, Aries represents new beginnings, and, as the sun moves through Aries from March 20 until April 20, we experience a burst of desire for creativity, for new opportunities, and to begin projects that we have only been contemplating in the past. Aries is a cardinal, masculine, fire sign with a gift for initiating activity and leading others. If you were born with the sun, moon, or rising sign in Aries, you will be impatient, impulsive, and you will lack staying power, but when someone needs a project started, you are the person for the job! You have the ability to catalyze enormous amounts of energy, and with maturity, you can become a very effective leader.

Deep, Fundamental and Internal Changes are Realized

On April 2, we have a full moon in Libra, opposite the sun in Aries. Each month, the full moon brings the potential indicated by the previous new moon into full expression. Because it follows a solar eclipse on March 18, we can expect the April 2 full moon to be particularly potent. A solar eclipse brings changes at a deep, fundamental level of our being, and the full moon that follows provides the matrix to have full realization, and to ground the changes into our lives. Some of us will experience more significant changes than others because eclipses are most powerful in our personal lives when they interact closely with planets in our natal astrology chart.

Full Moon Anchors Energy for Incorporating Important Changes

The solar eclipse in Pisces last month initiated a soul-searching journey into the depth and heart of our being to discover who we are at the highest, spiritual level. The April 2 full moon in Libra, opposite the sun in Aries, reveals how we can ground our understanding into the practical aspects of our lives, particularly into our relationships. Anchoring a very positive grand triangle in the fire element between the sun, Jupiter and Saturn, the full moon indicates that we can move forward with our realization, grounding our higher vision with our practical abilities.

Tense Aspects with the Love Planet, Venus, Call for Creative Solutions

Personal relationships may suffer a bit this month, as Venus, the planet of love and relationships, forms a tense aspect with Saturn and Neptune, painfully showing us the disparity between our highest ideals in love, and the limiting beliefs about relationships and money that often dominate our actions. While we may experience some tension with loved ones, this aspect keeps us motivated to make the changes to incorporate our heart's truth and highest spiritual knowledge indicated by the eclipse and full moon. Help comes from a positive aspect to Venus from Mercury and Uranus, bringing innovative ideas for establishing new ways of communicating and sharing resources.

Planetary Changes Restrain Growth to Encourage Good Preparation

All month, the planet of growth, new learning and expansion, Jupiter, does a merry dance with Saturn, helping to balance our desire for growth with the practicalities necessary for success. Since the beginning of the year, Jupiter has been more influential as Saturn, the planet symbolizing life-lessons, took a back seat in retrograde (apparent backwards) motion. This gave us the opportunity for fairly unbridled growth, but Jupiter goes retrograde on April 5, restraining expansion for the next four months and creating a window of time for review and refinement of our objectives. The positive aspect between Jupiter and Saturn this month helps to make this natural transition smooth.

New Moon Lights the Way to Set Clear and Powerful Intentions

On April 17, we have a new moon in Aries in a very powerful aspect with the planet of transformation, Pluto. The new moon sets the stage for the unfolding of experience over the next four weeks, and this is an excellent time to set your intention for what you wish to create this spring. It is important, however, when working with intention, to start from your heart center and be in connection with your Higher Self so you launch the intentions that are in harmony with your Being. Being attuned with the energies of this new moon and the enormous potential for positive change requires that you be in acceptance of whatever needs to be transformed in your life.

The Sun in Taurus Brings Practical Action to Ensure Success

The sun enters the solid, practical, earth sign of Taurus on April 20, giving us fertile ground to begin to implement the intentions formed over the past three weeks. The planet of communication, Mercury helps as it forms a grand triangle with Saturn and Jupiter, giving us the inspiration to move forward, and the sun in Taurus forms a favorable aspect that leads us to the necessary practical steps, knowledge and tools. The combination of planetary energies in the last ten days of April brings us face to face with the practical realities of manifesting our dreams and visions. The sun in Taurus encourages us to plan well, pay attention to the details, and do the necessary work to ensure success.

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	The full moon opposite your sun highlights relationships, bringing your awareness to the disparity between your ideal vision, and the reality of human love. Some inner soul-searching about your beliefs and expectations will help you find clarity. You are on fire with creative inspiration this month, and you may find that friends or group associations help to bring your creative ideas to manifestation.
	Bring your life into balance by focusing on your health and well being for the first three weeks of April. This includes your psychological, mental and emotional health in particular. Challenges in personal relationships lead you to the underlying cause of some current dissatisfaction, and the energies this month support healing and transformation in all areas of your life. Allow yourself to be inspired to create long-lasting positive changes.
	The full moon brings new creative inspiration, helping to lift your spirits from the challenges in personal relationships you have endured lately. You are letting go, either of a relationship itself, or of some form of expression that the relationship took, and you need spiritual strength and inspiration to move on. Although you may be experiencing some adjustments to the rhythm or expression of your current love relationship, it is an enduring source of great joy. Focus on gratitude for all that you have.
	Some of your long-term goals will undergo modification this month as financial realities support certain kinds of growth but not others. Travel plans may be curtailed, for instance. The full moon, however, brings opportunities for career expansion, and you are able to see much of your hard work and focus bear fruit. Keep your home life balanced as you get busy with exciting new projects at work.
	If you are not involved with educational or legal pursuits, travel is on the horizon for you in April. Whether you are embarking on a new learning experience, or going on an actual journey, your experience will be successful, positive and expansive. Career matters may suffer, however, as your attention is drawn in other directions, and partners may not be as supportive as you would like. Draw upon your inner resources and maintain your present course.
	Your religious or spiritual beliefs are deeply challenged this month as stresses in relationships and perhaps a recent loss has tried your capacity for acceptance and forbearance. The support you receive from your primary relationship is helpful, but you will find that much of your current challenge must be resolved yourself. Good fortune in financial matters helps to brighten the picture, bringing a sense of expansion and good future possibilities.
	The full moon in your sign brings the emphasis this month to your own needs and desires. Financial issues weigh heavily on your mind, and it is important for you to balance your life by doing things that bring you pleasure and renew your spirit. Partners give you great support, and your home, family, and social life is rewarding.
	Your home and family life is changing, putting stress on your primary relationships that can be resolved with good communication and innovative ways of dealing with change. The full moon highlights your need to let go and allow change to happen, as well as emphasizing a new health routine that positively impacts your life. The past months of hard work that you have invested in your career or business begin to bring success and monetary reward.
	The full moon highlights friendships, group activities, and long-range planning. Much is clarified with relatives or neighbors through straight-forward communication that addresses previous misunderstandings. Be careful not to strain your health as this is a very active month with many opportunities for play, travel and adventure, while your workload and responsibilities remain large.
	The full moon focuses your energy on career needs and goals, and your awareness is drawn to financial realities that need your attention. If you remain focused, energy is available now for increasing your future income. Children may be leaving home, or requiring extra monetary support to reach their goals. Despite the demands on your time, you find simple and very satisfying ways to nurture your spirit.
	The full moon highlights your higher spiritual wisdom, which can guide you to find creative solutions to several pressing issues. Your primary relationship is experiencing much challenge as you become aware of inherent limitations that you may, or may not wish to live with. Friends and relatives are a great resource for you in seeing clearly and finding the most creative, empowering decision.
	The full moon highlights your personal resources and jointly held assets, and friends or relatives help you to make clear and creative financial decisions. New and expansive career opportunities come at just the right time, giving you a monetary boost, but also perhaps increasing your responsibilities. This may temporarily curtail your social life, but the positive rewards will be worth the sacrifice.

© Carola Eastwood, 2007

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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