September 2024 Newsletter
The second eclipse season for 2024 begins this month with a lunar eclipse at 25 degrees of Pisces and will be two weeks later followed on October 3 with a solar eclipse at 10 Libra.
Blessings
Christine Rothwell 🙏🏼
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.christine-rothwell.com
Contents
- September New Moon
- September Full Moon / Lunar Eclipse / Super Moon
- 2024 Astrology Classes & Consultations
September begins with Pluto, Neptune, Chiron and Saturn all retrograde with Uranus joining them on the 2nd .
September 2: Uranus stations retrograde
September 2: Pluto retrogrades back into Capricorn
September 3: New Moon in Virgo
September 4: Mars to Cancer
September 8: Saturn opposition the Sun
September 9: Mercury to Virgo
September 18: Full Moon / Lunar Eclipse in Pisces
September 22: Sun to Libra: Spring Equinox
September 23: Venus to Scorpio
September 26: Mercury to Libra
Saturn, Chiron, Neptune and Pluto are all retrograde now and Uranus will join them on the 2nd. Mercury is still in the retrograde loop until the 12th, so the energy is pointing inwards and suggesting a time of introspection and review.
Mercury stationed direct on August 29 and will leave the retrograde loop on September 12 so the next two weeks may be when we are called to action insights that came during the retrograde phase [August 4 to 29].
Remember, Mercury retrograde always challenges us with the opportunity to free our thinking from habitual ruts and develop a more conscious set of mental attitudes and beliefs.
New Moon in Virgo: September 3 at close to 11 Virgo
…and forms an opposition to Saturn. Saturn and Virgo can both be perfectionist and have strong inner critics so be prepared to be honest with yourself, but remember to aim for an attitude of loving kindness as this energy can be harsh. This New Moon could be a trigger for anyone having a Saturn transit, a call to take responsibility, make decisions and act.
This New Moon each year is a great time to honor Virgo with 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 sometimes 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 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. It is a time for honest self-reflection but certainly not self-criticism.
September 18 Full Moon / Lunar eclipse / Super moon at 25 Pisces 40 at 12.34pm
The September lunar eclipse / Full Moon is the second of 4 consecutive Super Moons and is worth observing if the sky is clear. The most powerful time is to observe the Moon as it comes up over the horizon at sunset. Super Moon is the nick name for a full moon that occurs very close to the lunar perigee – the time when the Moon is at its closest to the earth in its orbit - which means it can appear a bit larger than normal.
As this lunation occurs at 12.34pm along the east coast of Australia we won’t get to witness the eclipse which will appear as though the moon is slowly shaded but we can observe the Moon as it rises on the eastern horizon that evening. This is a partial eclipse with only a small part of the Moon disappearing, but it would need to be nighttime for us to see it.
So, what can we say given that this lunation is an eclipse, a supermoon and a full moon? My sense is that it will be one of the most powerful full moons of 2024 and we need to be conscious of its energy. Everything will be somewhat magnified so beware your responses and be kind with yourself if you fall flat.
The lunation falls at 25 Pisces 40 with the Moon in Pisces opposing the Sun in Virgo forming a t-square with Jupiter at the apex and the Moon conjunct Neptune [the ruler of Pisces] opposite the Sun in Virgo, bringing the energy of the Jupiter square Neptune transit into focus nearly a year before they perfect their square.
This eclipse may be a trigger and be felt more intensely for anyone having Neptune transits as Neptune makes a close conjunction [within 3 degrees] of the full moon. This can be both visionary and creative but the potential for inflation and illusion are also possible. Neptune conjunct the full moon can heighten sensitivity [on all levels] that can be wonderful for our spiritual practice, inner work and creativity, but is much more challenging for getting things done in the ‘real’ world. Neptune always calls us to open our hearts and listen to our intuition which often communicate with us through images, symbols, feelings and sometimes through our body and its symptoms. Can you allow your feelings and dreams to offer you guidance while avoiding denial, self-delusion and wishful thinking?
This New Moon can sometimes 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 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. It is a time for honest self-reflection but certainly not self-criticism.
September 18 Full Moon / Lunar eclipse / Super moon at 25 Pisces 40 at 12.34pm
The September lunar eclipse / Full Moon is the second of 4 consecutive Super Moons and is worth observing if the sky is clear. The most powerful time is to observe the Moon as it comes up over the horizon at sunset. Super Moon is the nick name for a full moon that occurs very close to the lunar perigee – the time when the Moon is at its closest to the earth in its orbit - which means it can appear a bit larger than normal.
As this lunation occurs at 12.34pm along the east coast of Australia we won’t get to witness the eclipse which will appear as though the moon is slowly shaded but we can observe the Moon as it rises on the eastern horizon that evening. This is a partial eclipse with only a small part of the Moon disappearing, but it would need to be nighttime for us to see it.
So, what can we say given that this lunation is an eclipse, a supermoon and a full moon? My sense is that it will be one of the most powerful full moons of 2024 and we need to be conscious of its energy. Everything will be somewhat magnified so beware your responses and be kind with yourself if you fall flat.
The lunation falls at 25 Pisces 40 with the Moon in Pisces opposing the Sun in Virgo forming a t-square with Jupiter at the apex and the Moon conjunct Neptune [the ruler of Pisces] opposite the Sun in Virgo, bringing the energy of the Jupiter square Neptune transit into focus nearly a year before they perfect their square.
This eclipse may be a trigger and be felt more intensely for anyone having Neptune transits as Neptune makes a close conjunction [within 3 degrees] of the full moon. This can be both visionary and creative but the potential for inflation and illusion are also possible. Neptune conjunct the full moon can heighten sensitivity [on all levels] that can be wonderful for our spiritual practice, inner work and creativity, but is much more challenging for getting things done in the ‘real’ world. Neptune always calls us to open our hearts and listen to our intuition which often communicate with us through images, symbols, feelings and sometimes through our body and its symptoms. Can you allow your feelings and dreams to offer you guidance while avoiding denial, self-delusion and wishful thinking?
The Pisces Virgo polarity highlights the need for balance between the physical realm of Virgo and the emotional intuitive realm of Pisces: we are challenged to balance the practical, grounded, everyday reality of Virgo with the feeling, intuitive, imaginal and spiritual realm of Pisces. The Moon in Pisces calls us to open our hearts and see the big picture while, the Sun in Virgo challenges us to stay grounded and attend to the details. We could see this as both a call to ground our dreams in the world of form as well as to soften our perfectionist and self-critical sides.
The current Jupiter Neptune Cycle began with the conjunction in April 2022 and while the opening square does not become exact until June next year, this lunation bring the two gaseous giants within 8 degrees of the square aspect. This aspect talks of urge to transcend earthly limitations and expand our faith and view of what is possible while the danger is falling prey to illusion / delusion and perhaps ‘fake news’. Under this influence we are called to ask ourselves what is real and what is possible and not limit ourselves, but also to resist naive and inflated responses.
On the collective level the combination of these two planets – Jupiter and Neptune – have been associated with inflationary tendencies, over production, lies and ideological / religious conflict.
Personally, Jupiter can magnify any emotional state - both positive and negative - and can be impulsive and over-confident so we need to be careful to not over-commit ourselves around this time. It may be wise to ground ourselves and hit the pause button if we find ourselves ready to leap into anything that we have not researched carefully, especially if you have planets around 25 [20 to 29] degrees of mutable signs: Gemini, Virgo, Pisces and Sagittarius.
Jupiter square to Neptune can magnify our dreams and intuition but it can also magnify our illusions, delusions and escapist patterns. A warning: sometimes if something seems too good to be true under a Jupiter Neptune hard aspect, it may well be, so exercise caution!
The current Jupiter Neptune Cycle began with the conjunction in April 2022 and while the opening square does not become exact until June next year, this lunation bring the two gaseous giants within 8 degrees of the square aspect. This aspect talks of urge to transcend earthly limitations and expand our faith and view of what is possible while the danger is falling prey to illusion / delusion and perhaps ‘fake news’. Under this influence we are called to ask ourselves what is real and what is possible and not limit ourselves, but also to resist naive and inflated responses.
On the collective level the combination of these two planets – Jupiter and Neptune – have been associated with inflationary tendencies, over production, lies and ideological / religious conflict.
Personally, Jupiter can magnify any emotional state - both positive and negative - and can be impulsive and over-confident so we need to be careful to not over-commit ourselves around this time. It may be wise to ground ourselves and hit the pause button if we find ourselves ready to leap into anything that we have not researched carefully, especially if you have planets around 25 [20 to 29] degrees of mutable signs: Gemini, Virgo, Pisces and Sagittarius.
Jupiter square to Neptune can magnify our dreams and intuition but it can also magnify our illusions, delusions and escapist patterns. A warning: sometimes if something seems too good to be true under a Jupiter Neptune hard aspect, it may well be, so exercise caution!
May the Goddess & God Bless You All
Christine
🙏🏼
www.christine-rothwell.com
[email protected]
2024 Astrology Classes:
Beginners through to Advanced Classes
Correspondence enrollments welcome anytime.
Christine offers an in-depth psychological and mythological approach to astrology. Her classes are suitable for those individuals who are wishing to learn more about themselves as well as those interested in becoming a professional astrologer.
All classes are on Zoom. Video files are provided for any classes you miss, and it is possible to enroll for video content only [correspondence] at a reduced rate.
2024 First Year/ Beginners’
First year this year is only available as Video Only. Please inquire for more information.
First year focuses on learning how to read / delineate a horoscope and covers the elements, signs, planets, houses, aspects etc.
2024 Second Year / Intermediate
7pm Thursdays beginning February 15
Classes as usual …focuses on additional points and themes in the horoscope [ lunation cycle, asteroids, Eris, Medical Astrology, Career] and Dynamic [predictive] Techniques: Transits & Progressions.
Advanced Group
Second Saturday afternoon each month beginning February 2024
The Advanced Classes give 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 opportunity to develop your delineation skills.
Please email for a brochure.
[email protected]
Or visit
www.christinerothwell.com
For more information
Consultations
are now on Zoom and are still recorded so the sound file link can be sent to you via email.
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 to realize this potential.
Also available as an…
In-depth Consultation Two hours to explore both the soul’s journey [see above] and the year ahead. Includes 2 or 4 supplementary e-booklets.
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.
Christine
🙏🏼
www.christine-rothwell.com
[email protected]
2024 Astrology Classes:
Beginners through to Advanced Classes
Correspondence enrollments welcome anytime.
Christine offers an in-depth psychological and mythological approach to astrology. Her classes are suitable for those individuals who are wishing to learn more about themselves as well as those interested in becoming a professional astrologer.
All classes are on Zoom. Video files are provided for any classes you miss, and it is possible to enroll for video content only [correspondence] at a reduced rate.
2024 First Year/ Beginners’
First year this year is only available as Video Only. Please inquire for more information.
First year focuses on learning how to read / delineate a horoscope and covers the elements, signs, planets, houses, aspects etc.
2024 Second Year / Intermediate
7pm Thursdays beginning February 15
Classes as usual …focuses on additional points and themes in the horoscope [ lunation cycle, asteroids, Eris, Medical Astrology, Career] and Dynamic [predictive] Techniques: Transits & Progressions.
Advanced Group
Second Saturday afternoon each month beginning February 2024
The Advanced Classes give 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 opportunity to develop your delineation skills.
Please email for a brochure.
[email protected]
Or visit
www.christinerothwell.com
For more information
Consultations
are now on Zoom and are still recorded so the sound file link can be sent to you via email.
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 to realize this potential.
Also available as an…
In-depth Consultation Two hours to explore both the soul’s journey [see above] and the year ahead. Includes 2 or 4 supplementary e-booklets.
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.