“Anyone can become angry- that is easy. But to be angry with the right person, to the right degree, at the right time, for the right purpose in the right way – this is not always easy.” Aristotle
“When anger arises, think of the consequences.” Confucius
It is wise to factor in restorative down time this week as there are some testy aspects moving towards the Pluto station and the exact opposition of Jupiter and Uranus at the end of the week. This is pressure cooker energy.
Mercury is squaring Saturn which can slow things down and create obstacles. Mercury is in Virgo now and with Saturn in tow, it can be overly focused on the details. it’s best to sidestep being overly critical or judgemental.
Mercury will also make an awkward aspect to Eris and – the asteroid of conflict and discord. Eris is correlated with injustices inflicted on the Feminine (in both men and women) throughout time that have resulted in lack of empowerment and repression. Eris stirs up discord to release what has been repressed. This can be the motive behind a lot of the anger this week.
It is good to make an effort to work with anger or irritation this week and to pause and get clear on exactly what is causing trouble and the best way to deal with it. The tendency to lash out is likely to be strong. It is also wise to remember we are in a phase of rapid evolution on the planet and have the opportunity to build a new model – individually and collectively -for a better future.
Jupiter will exactly oppose Uranus this week which can be a disruptive force also. But if the energy is worked with consciously there can be sudden and surprising breakthroughs about relationships with others and an opportunity to find new and more just and comfortable ways to relate. The tendency towards anger can be revealing in this area. Anger can be a good clarifying and motivating force if implemented in the right way and not weaponized.
There can also be a strong drive for freedom this week – wise to consider this in the context of relationships with others as well with Jupiter in Libra.
With Pluto’s station and direct motion there can be power and momentum for moving forward in a more authentic and actualized way if you are not resisting change.
One of the Sabian symbols for this time is,”Through imagination, a lost opportunity is regained.” Another is, “The Music of the spheres.”
Sabian symbols by Lynda Hill