September Newsletter
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The volatile eclipse season is moving away and Mercury and Mars are both completing the last leg of their retrograde cycles as they re-cover the degrees that they moved back over, suggesting this is a time to act on insights that may have emerged over the last few months.
Venus enters the retrograde loop on September 3 in preparation for moving retrograde on October 6. She is currently the Evening Star, blazing brightly in the western sky for a few hours after sunset at the same time Mars is rising in the east. As planets are at the closest to earth when they move retrograde they are both putting on a fabulous show in the evening sky …have a look.
Some sights worth checking out this month…
Blessings
Christine Rothwell
'0438 730 133
Email: christinerothwell@outlook.com
Website: www.christine-rothwell.com
Contents
September begins with Saturn, Chiron, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto all retrograde. Mercury and Mars moved direct towards the end of August but are still in the ‘retrograde loop’ during the first part of the month and Venus enters the loop on September 3 as She prepares to turn retrograde on October 6.
Note: All the dates below are for Australian Eastern Time.
Mercury and Mars have both moved direct but remain in the retrograde loop; this means they still need to re-cover the degrees of the zodiac that they retrograded over. The ‘re-covering’ phase is the time to externalize and act on insights discovered during the retrograde part of the cycle. Mercury leaves the loop on September 2 and Mars on September 11, suggesting that the first part of this month may be a sorting out of priorities that calls for adjustments and changes of tactics.
The New Moon on September 10 falls at 17 Virgo and makes a tight opposition with Neptune at 15 Pisces.
This New Moon it is a great time to honor Virgo and start a self-improvement plan, whether that is a diet, a detox or get fit program… anything that looks at sorting out our bad habits. It could also be an opportune time to attend to your book-work and clear any clutter. The strong Virgo energy invites us to engage in spring cleaning on all levels - physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual - and get ourselves organized. The functional expression of Virgo is all about service, attention to detail, efficiency and self-improvement.
This New Moon can highlight the shadow side of Virgo which can play out as a tendency to self-criticism and worry that can heighten anxiety and the perfectionist patterns that can paralyze us. Remember that the New Moon is neutral and highlights our patterns for good or ill so we can see them more clearly and decide how we can best respond.
Neptune opposing the New Moon can heighten sensitivity [on all levels] that can be wonderful for our spiritual practice, inner work and creativity, but much more challenging for getting things done in the ‘real’ world. The potential for self-delusion and denial is here, as well as the potential for strong intuitive insights. Neptune always calls us to open our hearts and open to the realm of feelings, images, symbols and imagination. Can you allow your feelings and dreams to offer you guidance while avoiding denial, self-delusion and wishful thinking?
Try to take some time out to tune in and to connect with your feelings, otherwise they may overwhelm you … and don’t let the Virgo need for ‘busy-ness’ stop you from taking some needed time out.
… AND REMEMBER TO BE GENTLE [AND NON-JUDGEMENTAL] WITH BOTH YOURSELF AND OTHERS!
Venus enters the retrograde loop on September 3 in preparation for moving retrograde on October 6. She is currently the Evening Star, blazing brightly in the western sky for a few hours after sunset at the same time Mars is rising in the east. As planets are at the closest to earth when they move retrograde they are both putting on a fabulous show in the evening sky …have a look.
Some sights worth checking out this month…
- Mars – with His red glow – is visible in the east
- Venus is moving closer to Jupiter as the month progresses.
- Venus will conjunct the New Moon around the 12th, 13th and 14th and Jupiter will join them, a sight not to miss!
Blessings
Christine Rothwell
'0438 730 133
Email: christinerothwell@outlook.com
Website: www.christine-rothwell.com
Contents
- September Overview
- Consultations and Gift Certificates
- 2018 Astrology Classes
September begins with Saturn, Chiron, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto all retrograde. Mercury and Mars moved direct towards the end of August but are still in the ‘retrograde loop’ during the first part of the month and Venus enters the loop on September 3 as She prepares to turn retrograde on October 6.
Note: All the dates below are for Australian Eastern Time.
- September 6: Saturn moves direct
- September 6: Mercury to Virgo
- September 9: Venus to Scorpio
- September 10: New Moon in Virgo
- September 11: Mars returns to Aquarius
- September 22: Mercury to Libra
- September 23: Sun to Libra: Spring Equinox
- September 25: Full Moon in Aries
Mercury and Mars have both moved direct but remain in the retrograde loop; this means they still need to re-cover the degrees of the zodiac that they retrograded over. The ‘re-covering’ phase is the time to externalize and act on insights discovered during the retrograde part of the cycle. Mercury leaves the loop on September 2 and Mars on September 11, suggesting that the first part of this month may be a sorting out of priorities that calls for adjustments and changes of tactics.
The New Moon on September 10 falls at 17 Virgo and makes a tight opposition with Neptune at 15 Pisces.
This New Moon it is a great time to honor Virgo and start a self-improvement plan, whether that is a diet, a detox or get fit program… anything that looks at sorting out our bad habits. It could also be an opportune time to attend to your book-work and clear any clutter. The strong Virgo energy invites us to engage in spring cleaning on all levels - physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual - and get ourselves organized. The functional expression of Virgo is all about service, attention to detail, efficiency and self-improvement.
This New Moon can highlight the shadow side of Virgo which can play out as a tendency to self-criticism and worry that can heighten anxiety and the perfectionist patterns that can paralyze us. Remember that the New Moon is neutral and highlights our patterns for good or ill so we can see them more clearly and decide how we can best respond.
Neptune opposing the New Moon can heighten sensitivity [on all levels] that can be wonderful for our spiritual practice, inner work and creativity, but much more challenging for getting things done in the ‘real’ world. The potential for self-delusion and denial is here, as well as the potential for strong intuitive insights. Neptune always calls us to open our hearts and open to the realm of feelings, images, symbols and imagination. Can you allow your feelings and dreams to offer you guidance while avoiding denial, self-delusion and wishful thinking?
Try to take some time out to tune in and to connect with your feelings, otherwise they may overwhelm you … and don’t let the Virgo need for ‘busy-ness’ stop you from taking some needed time out.
… AND REMEMBER TO BE GENTLE [AND NON-JUDGEMENTAL] WITH BOTH YOURSELF AND OTHERS!
The September Full Moon at 12.52 pm on September 25 [AEST] falls on falls close to 2 degrees of Aries with the Full Moon conjuncting Chiron and forming a t-square with Saturn. This t-square will also be a feature of the Equinox chart of September 23 so the Chironic and Saturnian themes will remain relevant for the next three months.
The Aries Full Moon always provides us with insight into how we deal with the Aires / Libra polarity: the Arian need for independence, autonomy and challenges versus the Libran need for partnership, co-operation and compromise. Aries embodies the masculine Warrior archetype and is active, dynamic, competitive, forceful and egocentric. Libra embodies the feminine/ lover archetype and is more concerned with fairness, equality, balance, harmony and is more relationship or other-focused and inclined to compromise for the greater good. Ideally we can find ways to express both polarities, whatever our gender or sexual orientation.
Chiron conjunct the Full Moon opens a doorway to the transpersonal realm and calls for us be true to our Self [or Higher Self] and perhaps to take a stand that may lead us to feel alienated or rejected. Sometimes we pay a price for moving beyond the stereotyped roles and rules of the collective but this aspect indicates the need to stand in our truth. Chironic forms of healing may well be very powerful at this time. Homeopathy, energy medicine and attending to the wisdom revealed through our dreams can all be especially potent.
Saturn’s presence reminds us to stay grounded and accept responsibility for whatever is going on in our lives. We may need to claim our authority and set clearer boundaries and not let the Inner Critic overwhelm us.
Be aware that the Moon in fiery Aries may feel overshadowed and express Her Self through anger or impulsive reactions. Some questions for reflection:
Spring Equinox
September 23 marks the Libra Ingress, better known as the Spring Equinox [in the southern hemisphere]. At 11.54a.m. is Australian Eastern Standard Time the Sun will move into the sign of Libra and be exactly overhead at the equator. The Equinox falls two days before the full moon and contains the Saturn / Chiron themes mentioned above which will remain a feature of the psychic landscape for the next three months [until the Summer Solstice]. See above for more details.
- How do you own and express your masculine and feminine energies …the God and Goddess within?
- How do you balance your need for freedom and independence with your need for partnership?
- Are you leaning too far to one polarity: too independent or too co-dependent, too aggressive or too conciliatory?
- Has your primary relationship become unbalanced in some way? What can you do about this?
Spring Equinox
September 23 marks the Libra Ingress, better known as the Spring Equinox [in the southern hemisphere]. At 11.54a.m. is Australian Eastern Standard Time the Sun will move into the sign of Libra and be exactly overhead at the equator. The Equinox falls two days before the full moon and contains the Saturn / Chiron themes mentioned above which will remain a feature of the psychic landscape for the next three months [until the Summer Solstice]. See above for more details.
The Equinox marks the time when day and night are of equal length and it is the turning point that marks the time when the daylight begins to prevail over the darkness [reverse if you live north of the equator]. From this point forward the days will grow longer as the Sun gains power and strength. It is time to let go the darkness of winter and embrace the fertility of spring. At this time of year it is the Warrior/Amazon energy that we invoke to assist us to move forward into the new cycle.
Esoteric writers say this is a magical time when the magnetic field of the Earth is influenced by the Sun’s position directly overhead the equator. A doorway or portal opens to other realms due to a reduction in the Earth’s magnetic field. This is a powerful time for ritual and meditation that can offer us wisdom, inspiration and guidance. The equinox portal is open for about 24 hours either side the exact moment.
A Private Spring Equinox Ritual
Choose a candle in a colour that symbolizes your desire. Begin by having a ritual bath or shower to wash away the darkness of winter and the past year. As you bathe, see and feel the past being released so you can embrace the exciting new energy of Spring. When you are ready sit quietly, centre yourself and invoke your Highest Inspiration then call for the assistance of your Inner Warrior as you light your candle.
Reflect on what you wish to manifest in your life [making sure that you do not influence the free will of any other individual] and record you intentions in your journal or on a special piece of paper. Now sit back and visualize your desire manifesting as you gain strength and power from the Spring Sun. Most importantly FEEL the pleasure and joy that comes from the realization of your desires.
When you have finished give thanks and surrender your desires as the Universe may have other plans [often even better] than you have imagined. Keep your candle to light whenever you need to energize your desires.
Ring Lucy on 0418 382 925 if you would like to attend an Equinox Ritual.
Esoteric writers say this is a magical time when the magnetic field of the Earth is influenced by the Sun’s position directly overhead the equator. A doorway or portal opens to other realms due to a reduction in the Earth’s magnetic field. This is a powerful time for ritual and meditation that can offer us wisdom, inspiration and guidance. The equinox portal is open for about 24 hours either side the exact moment.
A Private Spring Equinox Ritual
Choose a candle in a colour that symbolizes your desire. Begin by having a ritual bath or shower to wash away the darkness of winter and the past year. As you bathe, see and feel the past being released so you can embrace the exciting new energy of Spring. When you are ready sit quietly, centre yourself and invoke your Highest Inspiration then call for the assistance of your Inner Warrior as you light your candle.
Reflect on what you wish to manifest in your life [making sure that you do not influence the free will of any other individual] and record you intentions in your journal or on a special piece of paper. Now sit back and visualize your desire manifesting as you gain strength and power from the Spring Sun. Most importantly FEEL the pleasure and joy that comes from the realization of your desires.
When you have finished give thanks and surrender your desires as the Universe may have other plans [often even better] than you have imagined. Keep your candle to light whenever you need to energize your desires.
Ring Lucy on 0418 382 925 if you would like to attend an Equinox Ritual.
May the Goddess & God Bless You All
Christine
www.christine-rothwell.com
christinerothwell@outlook.com
2018 / 2019 Astrology Classes
Please contact Christine for more information
Christine offers an in-depth psychological and mythological approach to astrology. These classes are suitable for those individuals who are wishing to learn more about themselves as well as those interested in becoming a professional astrologer.
Classes can be taken on a term by term basis and sound files are provided for any classes you miss.
First Year/ Beginners’
2018: Tuesday evenings beginning March 6
2019: Thursday evening beginning March 7
Second Year / Intermediate
2018: Thursday evenings beginning February 8
2019: Tuesday evenings beginning February 5
Advanced Group
Second Saturday afternoon each month, beginning in February.
Classes can be taken on a term by term basis and sound files are provided for any classes you miss.
First Year covers all the basics that you need to begin to understand a birth chart.
Second Year goes deeper into horoscope and looks at predictive techniques.
The Advanced Classes gives you the opportunity to integrate what you have learned through a seminar format that allows exposure to more advanced techniques and psychological perspectives plus the time to delineate at personal horoscopes.
Please ring or email for a brochure.
christinerothwell@outlook.com
Or
www.christine-rothwell.com
For more information
Consultations & Gift Certificates
Are available as:
Personal Consultations
Mail readings
Skype Readings
Telephone consultations
All consultations are recorded and will be sent to you via an email link.
Gift Certificates are available for most consultations.
AN INITIAL CONSULTATION explores the soul’s journey as revealed through the personal symbol of the birth chart. The focus is on the potential inherent in the birth chart and the challenges that need to be embraced in order to realize this potential.
Other readings available include:
In-depth Consultation: Two one hour sound files exploring both the soul’s journey [see above] and the year ahead.
Chart Up-date: The Year Ahead: Explores the year ahead from a psychological perspective.
Understanding Your Child: A wonderful gift for new parents and explores a child’s unique needs, motivations, potentials and challenges.
Relationship Analysis: Helps explain the dynamic between two people to facilitate their understanding of each other and their relationship.
Relocation: Explains how a different location may impact on your psyche. This can be helpful if you are thinking of re-locating and can be included with any of the above consultations.
Christine
www.christine-rothwell.com
christinerothwell@outlook.com
2018 / 2019 Astrology Classes
Please contact Christine for more information
Christine offers an in-depth psychological and mythological approach to astrology. These classes are suitable for those individuals who are wishing to learn more about themselves as well as those interested in becoming a professional astrologer.
Classes can be taken on a term by term basis and sound files are provided for any classes you miss.
First Year/ Beginners’
2018: Tuesday evenings beginning March 6
2019: Thursday evening beginning March 7
Second Year / Intermediate
2018: Thursday evenings beginning February 8
2019: Tuesday evenings beginning February 5
Advanced Group
Second Saturday afternoon each month, beginning in February.
Classes can be taken on a term by term basis and sound files are provided for any classes you miss.
First Year covers all the basics that you need to begin to understand a birth chart.
Second Year goes deeper into horoscope and looks at predictive techniques.
The Advanced Classes gives you the opportunity to integrate what you have learned through a seminar format that allows exposure to more advanced techniques and psychological perspectives plus the time to delineate at personal horoscopes.
Please ring or email for a brochure.
christinerothwell@outlook.com
Or
www.christine-rothwell.com
For more information
Consultations & Gift Certificates
Are available as:
Personal Consultations
Mail readings
Skype Readings
Telephone consultations
All consultations are recorded and will be sent to you via an email link.
Gift Certificates are available for most consultations.
AN INITIAL CONSULTATION explores the soul’s journey as revealed through the personal symbol of the birth chart. The focus is on the potential inherent in the birth chart and the challenges that need to be embraced in order to realize this potential.
Other readings available include:
In-depth Consultation: Two one hour sound files exploring both the soul’s journey [see above] and the year ahead.
Chart Up-date: The Year Ahead: Explores the year ahead from a psychological perspective.
Understanding Your Child: A wonderful gift for new parents and explores a child’s unique needs, motivations, potentials and challenges.
Relationship Analysis: Helps explain the dynamic between two people to facilitate their understanding of each other and their relationship.
Relocation: Explains how a different location may impact on your psyche. This can be helpful if you are thinking of re-locating and can be included with any of the above consultations.