This article: Astrology, it’s no pseudoscience gives a very good overview of the three types of groups that have an argument with Astrology. The way I look at it, it’s pretty hard to disprove something you can’t understand. In my experience most skeptics can’t really understand Astrology, and mostly succumb to contempt prior to investigation - which would get you fired if you were a detective!
Ironically, this sort of skepticism usually has Astrological indicators in a person’s chart. Someone with a lot of contacts between Saturn and Neptune or Saturn and Mercury will be very inflexible in the way they think or the point of view that they hold. Sometime the argument against Astrology is a religious one. Neptune rules religion, and when Neptune combines with Saturn, especially in the conjunction, square, opposition or quincunx it creates an extremely inflexible attitude - regardless of logic.
On the other extreme scientific people usually have Mercury - Saturn contacts. These contacts allow them to have the very linear and logical thought processes needed for science. So the next time you run into a serious skeptic - look at their chart for these indicators. You won’t prove anything to them, but you will increase your own understanding of human nature!
I found this blog post about the Age of Aquarius and it has a lot of good points in it.
For my own 2 cents on this: The Age of Aquarius itself doesn’t just start on one given day. It takes years to cross over the cusp from Pisces to Aquarius. RIGHT NOW we are on that cusp. We have been since the 60’s. It’s a pretty safe bet that right around the time that the Mayan Calendar Ends (2012) is when we leave the cusp and fully enter the NEW AGE.
But the real test lies in the coming 4-5 years: Pluto moves into Capricorn (for a 15 year stay) where he will break down old systems and governments. Saturn Squares Pluto in about 2 years: creating upheaval and radical change in all of our service industries (goodbye social services, goodbye health care). Not to mention even more philosophical conflict among people and governments.
New things never come easily. It takes resistance to work out the kinks, this is what history teaches us. But the real hope lies with those who are already building a better tomorrow. The economists are predicting that we are at the very beginning of a huge economic growth cycle being called the ECO-BOOM (destined to make the .com boom look tiny).
Thanks to Saturn in Virgo, we will have the fortitude and hard work necessary to really make it stick. Saturn in Virgo will also mean that Generation X will be working hard to put all of this Eco-Boom stuff into real action. This is because the entire X gen has Pluto and Uranus in Virgo - soon to be crossed by Saturn. If you are a Gen X-er, get ready to be pulled off the bench and into the ‘game’ big time.
It’s true that men will always be men and women will always be women.  My dear friend e-mailed me this hilarious message, and I wish I knew who wrote it so that I could credit them for it. But it gave me a laugh, and I hope it does for you too. Nine words women use…
1.) Fine : This is the word women use to end an argument when they are right and you need to shut up.
 2.) Five Minutes : If she is getting dressed, this means a half an hour. Five minutes is only five minutes if you have just been given five more minutes to watch the game before helping around the house.
3.) Nothing : This is the calm before the storm. This means something, and you should be on your toes. Arguments that begin with nothing usually end in fine.
 4.) Go Ahead : This is a dare, not permission. Don’t Do It!
 5.) Loud Sigh : This is actually a word, but is a non-verbal statement often misunderstood by men. A loud sigh means she thinks you are an idiot and wonders why she is wasting her time standing here and arguing with you about nothing. (Refer back to #3 for the meaning of nothing.)
6.) That’s Okay : This is one of the most dangerous statements a woman can make to a man. That’s okay means she wants to think long and hard before deciding how and when you will pay for your mistake.
7.) Thanks : A woman is thanking you, do not question, or Faint. Just say you’re welcome.
 8.) Whatever : Is a women’s way of saying F*** YOU!
9.) Don’t worry about it, I got it: Another dangerous statement, meaning this is something that a woman has told a man to do several times, but is now doing it herself. This will later result in a man asking ‘What’s wrong?’ For the woman’s response refer to #3.
Send this to the men you know, to warn them about arguments they can avoid if they remember the terminology.
Send this to all the women you know to give them a good laugh, cause they know it’s true.
Apparently we CAN all get along, at least in a Seattle parish offering an Astrology course. The course is appropriately called, “They Followed a Star: Astrology and Christianity as Allies on the Journey”
In direct conflict to this we have the National Catholic Register telling people not to “Hope in Astrology.” According to the Register, when Jesus was born he re-arranged the orbits of the stars in the sky, ending Astrology right then and there. Funny though, I can’t remember that from either my school lessons OR from the Bible. And when I look in the sky all stars seem to be in the right place. Apparently the religious powers that be can’t agree on anything. Isn’t that why wars get started?
But this TRULY EXCELLENT story about the Wise Men Astrologers, the Magi explains the deep soul-level connection between Astrology and all the major religions and why the war of terror is really a long and horrible misrepresentation of the teachings of Christ, Mohamed, Judaism and Astrology.
Almost every day a story like this one is printed in some Newspaper or other, taking a whack at Astrology. This is an opinion piece and it’s very funny. Apparently in New Zealand people take their Horoscope literally.
But what is most amazing is that this guy claims there are no differences between all the statistical kinds of people he lists in the article. This is literally impossible. There may be no difference to someone who has no idea how to read an Astrology chart. But to someone who DOES know how, the fact is obvious: just like fingerprints, it’s impossible to have 2 charts that are the same - unless they are for people born at the exact same moment in time, at the exact same location. I am stating the obvious here, but this is literally physically impossible.
This is like someone who has no knowledge of medicine claiming that a cardiologist is no different than an orthodontist simply because they are both men!
This is a kind of logic that is taught in debate classes where students are taught not to argue a case on it’s actual merits, but to argue something completely unrelated. This strategy is used because the case CAN’T BE WON ON IT’S MERITS. It is the exact strategy that slimy lawyers use in rape cases when they argue that the bruised and bleeding girl couldn’t have been raped because of what she was wearing.
I just read this and felt that I must quote it and share it with you all because it is of URGENT importance:
“Girls and Guys, here’s a top tip for attracting a mate and ensuring you both become totally besotted - do an extreme sport together on your first date. Psychologists and human behavioural experts have long known that if, when two people meet, they engage almost immediately in an activity that gives them a huge adrenaline rush, they’ll both literally become instantly addicted to each other.” (taken from collaboratingwithfate)
This more than just a little bit interesting, and explains a lot about my past relationships that didn’t work out so well, but that’s a different story.
Ultimately it is the Astrology of that first meeting that will determine it’s success, rapturous soul-mate potential or impending heart wrenching failure. But, apparently you can kick any new romantic adventure off with adrenaline inducing, pulse pounding thrills if you go bungee jumping together, or get on a roller coaster, or go big wave surfing, etc. I DO however sincerely recommend checking for a criminal record before you get yourself emotionally welded to this new person. And, of course, make sure you get an Accurate Soul Mate Report.
“Sadly, although Jesus’ mother was revered (in imitation of so many other ‘virgin’ mother and child salvation stories before it), his wife, Mary Magdalene — a powerful teacher and force in her own right — was discredited and stripped of her authority in the very belief system that should have and would have strengthened the bond between the genders, had his teachings been followed. Yet, as most of us are aware, the feminine influence and principles which permeated so much of what Jesus taught, were significantly downplayed and in many cases, done away with altogether in favor of much less balanced edicts. This, in turn, has contributed to the gradual degradation of societal mores and, thus, the erosion of the positive relationship between the genders, and by association, our whole species.”
OK. But here’s a little more of the meat of the matter: Mars is Retrograde in Gemini all through January of 2008. This is the quintessential duality of love vs/ sex, Madonna vs/ whore. The bottom line is simple:
Jesus was married, he was married to Magdalene. It would have been weird for any young Jewish boy over 16 of the time to NOT be married. It would have been so weird that he would not have been ostracized - which Jesus was not. They even had children and Magdalen was just as powerful and dynamic as he was. It is perfectly normal and natural that a marriage should be a sexual relationship. But religion betrayed Magdalene’s real role in history and trashed her reputation - for centuries - on purpose. Here are a few books that touch on this subject: The DaVinci Code, Holy Blood Holy Grail, as well as Betrayal of the Magdelene.
In ancient Aramaic the word Virgin did not mean what it means to us today. It had nothing to do with sex and did not mean that mother Mary didn’t have sex. Virgin meant a woman who had not given birth, meaning that Jesus was her first born. It is really pretty sick that religion has pushed the idea of a virginal, mother like figure as the appropriate wife for man. THAT is incest, which is just plain disgusting. I consider religion responsible for our current state of sexual oppression, deviation and frustration.
Have I made you mad? Then do some real research and find the truth. I for one am not interested in pretending this sick situation is ok. It will only be ok once female power is once again given the respect it deserves. Only the will there be sexual satisfaction throughout the land AND PEACE ON EARTH.
In China Astrology is a lot more respected than it is here. Maybe that’s because their ancient culture has had 5,000 years to figure these things out, while America is just a baby in country age at a mere 231 years old.
This Blog post about Astrology and Feng Shui makes some great points regarding the BEST uses for Astrology. I tell my clients all the time that the BEST way to use Astrology is to pick Good dates for Marriage, starting a business, opening a bank account, dating, etc. But there are precious few Astrologers (in any country) who can use these tools effectively for clients. This is my expertise and it is called Electional Astrology. You can learn more at my Astrology Reports page or on my Astrology Readings page.
This news story just ran suggesting that the seasons actually DO effect personality - and has been proven by Science.
Related Astrology Blogs have picked up the story.
And the debate about Astrology and Science rages on.
My take is that Science itself isn’t really very scientific. Quantum physics itself has proven that the very act of observing an Experiment influences the outcome of the experiment. It us just a truth of human nature that we try to prove what we already believe. I believe in understanding human nature, this what Astrology helps us do.
We USE Astrology to find a good love match, or to open a business on a day that will bring us maximum success. We use astrology to avoid challenging times like this month’s Mars opposition to Jupiter conjunct Pluto: which is a win at all costs type of competition that will wreck the prize in it’s desperate need to WIN. We use Astrology to avoid falling in love with that person who will rip your heart out and leave it stranded, in pieces on the floor, in agonizing heartbreak.
But most of all we use Astrology for personal development (which has nothing to do with brain smarts by the way). Astrology is a tool, and like a hammer it is only as good as the person using it. A hammer in the hands of a skilled carpenter will build you a beautiful set of kitchen cabinets, but an 8 year old might break your favorite lamp. Most people know just enough to be dangerous.
This story was published in Smithsonian Magazine about the Lost Ark of the Covenant and is really stirring up debate.
The whole conversation is mesmerizing - not because of the mystery of the Ark, but because of individual perspective. Most people believe what they want to believe. Some people think that Astrology is anti-bible and contrary to Christianity. And they will hold this belief no matter how many facts show that the Bible is filled with Astrological reference. For example the word Maziroth which is commonly used in the Bible, literally means the Zodiac and all its 12 houses. The Bible itself is a pretty stunning metaphor for the 12 signs of the Zodiac itself. And never mind the fact that the Bible is constantly saying ‘then they cast lots.’ Casting lots is a reference to a form of divination, like reading Tarot cards.
One guy followed me around once trying to give me a sermon about this, which I thought was funny. What was funniest of all was the look on his face after I told him I was Jewish, just like Jesus.
Easter Eggs have a lot to do with Astrology. This may seem odd, but it’s true. If you are a subscriber to my Blog then you already know that you can Balance an Egg on End during the Equinox. Just click the link to watch the video.
Easter, although a Christian holiday, was originally an Equinox celebration. It was co-opted by Christianity in order to compete with older multi god religions. The Egg balancing act is one that has it’s roots in those ancient indigenous religions. The Easter celebration was simply a way to take the phenomenon and remove the indigenious, multi god overtones. Of course the Easter Celebration was moved - so that it no longer fell on the Exact Equinox. That way the eggs wouldn’t balance anymore, and the indigenous religions lost their ability to perform crowd pleasing “magic”.
But don’t get me wrong, I am not saying that Astrology and Christianity or Easter are at odds with each other - they’re not. (Although some Christians are at odds with Astrology!) The Bible and Astrology are actually incredibly similar. There are even tons of Biblical Astrology References. Yes the Bible is filled with Astrology. There are even some who say that it is actually an Astrological metaphore - and that the entire thing is devoted to preserving Astrological truths. But the purpose of this post is not to prove or disprove this.
I am just pointing out that there is a very real physical phenomenon that makes it possible to balance an egg on it’s point during the Easter Season (on the Equinox, actually). This is because of the Equinox Effect in Astrology. Is it science, is it religion - or is it both? Kinda makes you wonder, doesn’t it?
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Today/Tomorrow is the Spring Equinox (depending on where you are on the globe). Because of the relationship of gravity on the Earth on the Equinox it is very easy to balance an Egg on it’s end. Not only that, but it can be balanced on it’s Pointy End, AND it can be balanced on impossibly smooth surfaces - like glass. Check out my Egg Balancing Video to see it in action.
Then give it a try.
Then wait a week and try again - see how much more difficult (or even impossible) it is to do after the Equinox has passed.
Don’t forget to post your experiences here in the comments section below.
Today is Sept 22nd (check this blog’s time stamp). And here in the West coast it is the Fall Equinox. On the East coast the Equinox is tomorrow. Can you take an egg out of your refrigerator and balance it on end? Today it should be easy enough for anyone to do in less than a minute.
There are naysayers on the web who claim that this can be done on any day of the year. I personally have found it impossible to balance an egg for the past two months. I tried this on the very same counter where there are now two eggs balancing on end - one put there by me, and one put there by my boyfriend Lennie They have been there for over 4 hours now, and counting….
And this has led me to a little experiment. With the help of a friend of ours we filmed the egg balancing this morning in his studio. And we will film it again in a week to see if there is any difference betwen the Equinox and a day that is NOT an Equinox. But seeing is believing, so check back and we’ll have the video up as soon as possible. And of course, there’s no greater proof than your own experience, so go ahead and try it. And then try it again next week and see if there is any difference. We can probably count tomorrows results as falling within the parameters of the actual Equinox no matter what coast you are on since there is a little bit of lead up and fade out time involved with the Equinox phenomenon.
The Equinox is one of two days in the year when the balance of light between night and day is exactly equal - thus the name. The other date is March 22, also known as the Spring Equinox. Part of the reason for this, and the reason that we have seasons and the Winter and Summer Solstices is because of the relationship between the Equator and the Sun, also known as the Declination. On the Equinoxes the SUN is on the same level as the Earth’s Equator. It is at 0′ zero degress Declination. On the Summer Solstice it is at it’s farthest North point - and therefore gives us the longest day of the year. On the Winter Solstice the SUN is at it’s farthest South point and therefore gives us the shortest day of the year.
This seemingly complicated geometry is what sets the Astrology that I use apart from the standard flat map Astrology which is all most people have ever heard about. If the Equinox - and therefore the Declination - has an effect on the Egg, what do you think it does to you?
Well, I can answer that question, but 99% of other Astrologers can’t.
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Today is Sept 22nd (check this blog’s time stamp). And here in the West coast it is the Fall Equinox. On the East coast the Equinox is tomorrow. Can you take an egg out of your refrigerator and balance it on end? Today it should be easy enough for anyone to do in less than a minute.
