A certain obsessive energy is in the air this month and well in to September. Take extra care to create balance in your life and not get swept into the obsessions of others. On July 27 Venus Retrograded in Virgo at 3′ - this is a very sticky scenario in August. Venus won’t turn direct until Sept 9th and won’t exit the shadow until Oct 13. This is one LONG cycle that may cause strange tastes to emerge - has anyone besides me seen how anorexic models are getting? Who finds this attractive? It’s not the Retrograde of Venus so much (although she does require us to re-evaluate our values and desires) it’s the aspects she makes to Saturn, the first of which takes place on August 13. The short story is that money matters get tough and serious during the 3 conjunctions of Venus to Saturn. Venus is “The Secret” they talk about in the movie, and right now she is imparting profound (and sometimes karmic) lessons about the meaning and value of service and health in our lives. Seriously folks, when an extra handful of peas serve as a decadent desert for those who walk the Paris runways - what’s next?

One other aspect of Venus is that she represents love and beauty. When a culture and a people lose the capacity to appreciate the things she represents: art, luxury, love, beauty, femininity, movable wealth, creativity - then that culture becomes the prisoner of Venus inverted - or in her negative manifestation. The negative manifestation of Venus is: hatred of women, pornography, oppression of the female form, venereal disease, loveless or compulsive sex, materialism, being demanding, destruction of creativity, obsession with money, lack of kindness. When Saturn crushes Venus down there’s no way to make it into a pretty story - it just isn’t. This aspect only has one good side; that is that women emerge with strength and power now - but not because things are rosy and happy. No, female power emerges out of the NEED for it to emerge.

The Full moon in Aquarius on the 29th asks us to release or change patterns, systems and outmoded ideas that govern the public and humanity at large. This Full moon comes equipped with a Total Lunar Eclipse - which is extremely emotional - on August 28 in Pisces 4′46 (Saros Series 128). At the risk of sounding like a broken record, I will once again state that these big themes are all about mental, emotional, spiritual and physical health (as I have been saying since last year). Last fall’s eclipse on the US Neptune brought us tainted spinach, the spring Eclipses brought us tainted pet food. This problem is only getting worse, and I recommend being extra, extra careful about what foods you consume. Unfortunately there is no failsafe, since I am pretty sure that our whole food supply is fairly well poisoned by now. My best suggestion is to intuitively check your foods and pray, bless and spiritually cleanse them before eating. Oh, yeah this Eclipse can also be connected to anorexia. This Pisces eclipse is also tied to hidden enemies, drug problems and addiction as well as psychic energy, vision the astral plane and mysticism. Because Eclipses are traditionally considered bad luck this can suggest personal experiences of betrayal and misfortune from not paying close enough attention to ‘inner cues’ or psychic impressions. In my opinion all aspects can be used for good or not, depending on personal awareness and preparation. To learn how to use this Eclipse to your benefit sign up for my Free Psychic Sense tele-seminar at www.7MagicKeys.com

aries – If you think you know what’s going on, think again. The Pisces eclipse takes place in your Astrological blind spot. This would be a good time to find a spiritual ‘rear view mirror’ and get an outside perspective. I can virtually guarantee that there is something going on that will take you by surprise. It may just be your own inner nature demanding expression, but in my experience it is usually easier when you have some idea of what is heading your way rather than being completely blindsided by surprise. Fortunately you can turn the obsessive qualities in yourself and other people towards your benefit and ultimate goals this month.

taurus – The unexpected surprises that the Pisces Eclipse have in store could land an big bonus in your lap. Drama is to be expected, but you will benefit. Don’t feel guilty, just take the prize and run, and remember that on some unseen karmic level you’ve already earned it, so let yourself enjoy. Other people’s obsessions are either extremely frustrating or very funny, IF you learn to look at it in the right way. I suggest using your humor as much as possible and you will emerge completely unscathed by current dramas.

gemini – You or a partner are having a very hard time getting enough of something. What it is only you know, but it does border on compulsion. Balance is the key to health and lack of balance creates crises. Any drug or addiction fueled crises that emerge in your life this month serves to show you just where there is a lack of balance within your own heart and mind. Bring that balance back and you will regain your health (not to mention some sanity).

cancer – The birth of a new philosophy can be a very messy process, especially when it requires bringing together far flung connections from all corners of the earth and sky. But this month you are up to the challenge and you can expect to receive help from the most unexpected (and even unseen) sources. The power of intention is so profound for you now that you could even begin teaching manifestation seminars to other people. We want to know how you do it!

leo – Under pressure is just how it is for you now, but the good news is that it is a last gasp for the 3 year cycle that has been weighing you down. At least you have gotten used to all the hard work that is required of you, and if you’ve kept a smiling attitude and humble approach it will be rewarded soon enough. It could even be rewarded with other people becoming a bit obsessed with you. Like it or not, this is quite possible. The thing about obsession is that often those who are the object of it are also somehow obsessed; are you?

virgo – “Lions and tigers and bears, oh my!” OK, not really. How about: ‘drama, emotion and tears, oh my!’ this is far closer to the flavor of this month for you. Weather you are on the hot seat or just witnessing it, it will be dramatic. Emotion filled events and seemingly out of control behavior makes the whole scene even juicier. What’s an even-headed Virgo to do? If I’m not mistaken you are likely to dive right into the middle of the action with surprising abandon. Don’t blame me if there are fireworks, you’re the one who lit the fuse!

libra – Secrets are the most dangerous thing on earth. They are also the most volatile. Your whole routine and daily life could be disrupted by the unexpected, or something, which has been kept a secret. The best way to derail this charging train is to simply get all the cards out on the table. It may not be so pleasant, but I promise it is better than having the whole house turned upside down. Pay very close attention, there may be something going on with a social contact that you don’t see, or don’t want to see – but which you MUST see to keep your life in order.

scorpio – “Viva la Revolution!” It appears to me that you are doing an excellent impersonation of Chez Guevarra this month. I have no idea weather this approach is serving your goals and aspirations or not, but it is definitely entertaining. Just remember that this time the revolution is being fought within the hearts and minds of every individual and not against an outside regime. The rebel who has no cause is the cause of a lot of pain for self and others. Don’t forget that your offspring depend on you and remain as balanced as possible. Real transformation will be accomplished through quiet means.

sagittarius – You feel like you gotta be where the action is now. Be very careful, this action could cause someone to get hurt and I’d hate for it to be you. The Pisces Eclipse brings deep emotion up to the surface and that’s a recipe for some kind of meltdown or unstoppable force. Mom and apple pie are great unless someone is hurling them across the room. Take time to breath and calm the drama. This is NOT the month to make waves or create emotional pressure.

capricorn – There is a message coming your way that is not only surprising but quite possibly mind blowing as well. A sibling tells it, and it won’t be at all what you are expecting or assuming. Get ready for your worldview to be shaken so vigorously that you will never see anything the same way again. And try to remember that the Universe conspires for your greatest good, no matter how strange and bizarre that may appear in the moment.

aquarius – Money is an energy. We think it is tangible, but it is even less tangible than the seat you’re sitting on. In fact it is almost purely an idea, a concept. I point this out because this month a revolution is taking place in your pocket book, and that revolution stands to free you from old limiting and useless beliefs that you have been holding about yourself, money, wealth and finances. If none of it is really real, then you must be free to make up any new story that works for you – right?

pisces – “A curse on both your houses!” is the Shakespeare quote, and it represents the disruption to both the inner and outer worlds that happens when one is constantly ignored to the point of rebellion. There is an inner rebellion-taking place within you now, and repressing it is the very worst thing you could do. Since I would hate to see such a curse fall on either of your houses, I recommend that you make room to deal with and face the very worst and most uncomfortable thing you can possibly think of. That should do the trick and ward off any Shakespearean curses that might be floating around your doorstep this month.

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