A New Moon PARTIAL LUNAR ECLIPSE happens on October 29, 2023 (4:24 AM, Philippine Time), at exactly 5°09′ of the realm of fixed earth, TAURUS, the sign of the BULL.
Eclipses are powerful events that can symbolize both exciting new beginnings and significant endings. These lunations bring wildcard energies that have the potential to accelerate fated events, bringing about profound changes in the areas of our charts where it lands. These are transformations that may seem disconcerting on the onset, but extremely necessary for us to progress in our own personal journeys.
This particular Lunar Eclipse not only signifies the closure of old chapters but also provides a glimpse of exciting new possibilities that can inspire us to turn the page and start a fresh new chapter in our story.
On October 29, the sky will showcase a pivotal lunar eclipse in Taurus, signaling the conclusion of the almost two-year-long Taurus-Scorpio eclipse cycle that has began way back November 2021. Finally, all cards are upturned. Well, almost! What needs to be set in place is almost in its final form, with one last puzzle piece left to be discovered. This lunation is that final, essential fragment, dear reader, the missing piece that brings in a mix of expansion, communication challenges, and assertive energy to the forefront.
Since late 2021, this eclipse series has ushered in a period of intense transformation and growth in the areas of our chart where this lands. Taurus and Scorpio, both fixed signs, deal with themes of security, stability, and resources (Taurus), alongside transformation, depth, and regeneration (Scorpio). Over these two years, individuals and societies alike have been compelled to confront and reassess their values, resources, relationships, and coping mechanisms.
It’s important to note that this lunation is a culmination point, dear reader, a final chapter in this eclipse saga that pushed us, almost bullied us, out of areas where we seem to have been stuck – helpless, stagnant, and almost stale. As a time of fruition and closure, this eclipse is expected to highlight the tangible outcomes of the changes initiated since the cycle began. Taurus, being an earth sign, emphasizes the real-world manifestations of these transformations, pushing for a tangible sense of security and stability. And while there are shake-ups and twists and turns up ahead, there is also a dignified certainty in your decisions now, a conviction backed by strong confidence that was clearly lacking during the beginning of this profound process. Trust yourself, because this time around, you actually can.
COnversations with Jupiter, Mercury and Mars
The dynamics of this eclipse are further intensified by its conjunction with Jupiter and its opposition to a Mercury-Mars conjunction. Each of these planetary influences brings a unique flavor to the eclipse. After all, it is the finale, so might as well go big or go home!
Jupiter’s presence brings an element of expansion and amplification. In Taurus, this could mean an expansion of material goals, a heightened desire for comfort, or an increased focus on personal values. Jupiter also brings a sense of optimism and possibility, suggesting that the outcomes of this eclipse could open new doors and offer broader perspectives that are now aligned with an updated version of who you are to become, after all this season’s dust has settled.
At the same time, this eclipse is opposed by a razor sharp Mercury-Mars Conjunction, serving as a polarity point of contrasting energy. Mercury’s conjunction with Mars in Scorpio is likely to intensify communications and thoughts, potentially leading to harsh, cutting words, or assertive debates. This also suggests a tension between the desire for stability and the dynamic nature of thoughts and communications. Ideas, hidden thoughts, introspective insights, and overloaded analyses run over each other, as if in a competition on which gets to be enacted first. It may prompt impulsive decisions or bring to light hidden truths and unspoken issues. Using your words carefully is invaluable at this point in time, or else, inconsequential insecurities run the risk of unnecessary inflation.
Embracing the Change
As we approach this significant lunar eclipse, the invitation is to embrace change and integrate the profound lessons of the Taurus-Scorpio axis. As with every ending, this event marks not just a closure, or a wrapping up. It is also the gateway to new beginnings, that are quite frankly long overdue. We get to finally break free from a prison we never knew we were in, and if this energy is navigated well, we are offered the trophy of a relief so palpable, it’s cathartic. With Jupiter’s expansive touch and the incisive energy of Mercury and Mars, this eclipse could serve as a powerful catalyst for long-lasting change, urging us to find harmony between our material desires and our deeper emotional truths. ❤
Take the time to reflect under this Taurus Lunar Eclipse, and consider it a symbolic moment to let go of what no longer serves you, so you can create space to plant the seeds of new beginnings. Reflect on the journey since November 2021: the challenges faced, the lessons learned, and the growth experienced. Ask yourself, “What am I ready to release, and what am I eager to invite into my life?”
The changes set in motion now may unfold over the coming months, dear reader, so patience and introspection will be your allies! Trust that the shifts occurring are aligning you with a path that resonates more deeply with your authentic self. Remember, each ending is an opportunity for rebirth! As this eclipse illuminates the night sky, let it also illuminate your path forward, guiding you towards a future that echoes with the wisdom of the past and the promise of a brighter tomorrow. ❤
*IMPORTANT: Avoid making life-changing decisions about a couple of weeks before and after the eclipse date. Tensions are high, and energies are quite volatile, so it’s best to let things cool down first!
What area of your life will be cemented by this empowering LUNAR ECLIPSE in TAURUS?
Check your rising sign below, to find out!
ARIES RISING: Money, personal finances, income, cash flow, savings, personal resources, possessions, self-worth, financial security
TAURUS RISING: SELF and self-presentation! Changes and improvements in physique, new personal goals, confidence, authentic self-expression, your physical body
GEMINI RISING: Rest and contemplation, spirituality, letting go, planning a new frontier, solitude and peace of mind, secrets, hidden information, and hidden situations, far away/foreign lands, endings, and tying up loose ends
CANCER RISING: Social networks, friendships, peers, community, groups and organizations, advocacies, social reform, politics, future plans, hopes and wishes, accumulations, and gains
LEO RISING: Career, improvement of profession, reputation and recognition, public achievement, public life, ambitions, parents especially the mother, public status, general life direction
VIRGO RISING: Travel abroad, foreigners, going back to school, the pursuit of higher education, the higher mind, religion and churches, publishing, teaching, philosophy, mentors, and belief systems
LIBRA RISING: Joint ventures, business partnerships, joint accounts, shared resources, investments, inheritance, mutual funds, stock market, merging of assets, reminders of mortality, deep change
SCORPIO RISING: Partnerships, committed relationships, marriages, marriage proposals, legal matters, lawsuits or filing of cases, client relationships, one-on-one interactions, long-term partners and contracts
SAGITTARIUS RISING: Daily schedule, routines, health and the connection between mind and body, volunteering, service, practicing a craft, perfecting a technique, workplace, and relationship with co-workers, everyday errands, Pets
CAPRICORN RISING: Romance, love life, fertility and children, creativity, performance and creative entrepreneurship, sports, hobbies, crafts, authentic artistic pursuits, fun, pleasure, games, speculations
AQUARIUS RISING: Family, home, parents especially the father, ancestry and roots, family history, properties, residential areas, land, the inner base of operations, private life
PISCES RISING: Siblings, cousins, extended relatives, automobiles, local transportation, out-of-town trips, neighbors, webinars, short-term courses, accreditations, your immediate environment, specialized skill sets
❤Good Luck Everyone!❤
Stay tuned for next month’s transits!
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