Jupiter turns retrograde on Sunday, February 5 at 23º08' until 22º22' Libra this month. It remains retrograde until June 9. Its shadow period lasts until September 6.
New years are synonymous with new beginnings; we like to think that we’re being granted an opportunity for a fresh start. The planetary energies don’t always support this philosophy, though. Some years, Valentine’s Day coincides with Venus and Mars at loggerheads with each other.
This is the first month of a very important year in history. Old paradigms are being shattered, and new possibilities seem endless. At the same time, a grip of darkness pervades that has been binding humanity to limitations and control of thought and action for eons.
As the world appears to become ever more chaotic and uncertain, what we need most right now is equilibrium — a bit of balance and harmony to soothe our troubled souls.
During October, issues with balancing head and heart, or thought and emotions, will show up everywhere for the human kingdom. Deep feelings will surface unexpectedly like serpents arising from deep waters.
The events at this time have implications for many months to come. After the two preselected U.S. presidential candidates went through the entertainment phase of the two conventions and their aftermaths, we continue to witness more stage acting until November.
Dreams and hopes flourish in all cultures as the optimistic and idealistic nature of humanity longs for a harmonious and prosperous world. Manipulators and schemers feed off of this hopeful energy to further self-inflate their agendas.
