“True power is the power to be connected to, the power to be in harmonious relationship with.” Diane Mariechild
“Natural events are potent because they act in accordance with how things work. They simply are. Study the natural processes; the light in the sky, the gravity of earth, the unfolding of your own ideas and insights, the emptiness of space and the fullness of life.” John Heider
Mars, the god of action and desire is slowing down now to station retrograde on December 6. He will come to a standstill at 6 degrees of Leo at 6:33 PM EST.
The retrograde periods of Mars occur approximately every two years. This retrograde will last through February 23, 2025.
Mars is highly energized and has a strong desire nature and a strong drive to keep moving forward. The retrograde period gives us time to slow down and review what actions we take to attain our aspirations.
The Mars retrograde will start in Leo and retrograde back into Cancer. These alignments bring the focus to self esteem, creativity, courage as well as family life and relationships.
There is a Sabian symbol that I like to think about as connected to retrograde times. It is,”an old sea captain rocking on the porch of his cottage.” This symbol is about reflection and assimilation of experience.
Mercury is retrograde now as well and will be until December 15th, making this a good time for recollect, reflect and reconsider.
One of the Sabian symbols of this time is,”The wonder of the constellations of stars in the night sky.”