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Astrology Transits April 2025 – Action and Courage, Not Fear

“The cave you fear to enter holds the treasure you seek.” – Joseph Campbell

“Fear keeps us focused on the past or worried about the future. If we can acknowledge our fear, we can realize that right now we are okay. Right now, today, we are still alive, and our bodies are working marvelously. Our eyes can still see the beautiful sky. Our ears can still hear the voices of our loved ones.” – Thich Nhat Hanh

 

The partial Solar Eclipse of the Sun at 9 Aries on March 29 ushered in a new beginning connected to the essence of the sign of Aries. Namely, that of action, courage, impulsiveness, anger and, most of all, new beginnings.

Neptune moved into Aries on March 30 quietly reshaping our deepest spiritual and moral understandings. Neptune had been in Pisces since April 4, 2011. Neptune is at home and feels comfortable in its “home sign” of Pisces. Now, as it moves into uncomfortable Aries, you may find that you need to confront past beliefs and to become more aggressive in your moral stance. Use the beginning stage of Neptune in Aries to review your goals, your moral understandings and your ability to become more involved in the actions and reactions of yourself and those around you. Neptune will be in Aries until March 2029, with a brief retrograde return to Pisces from Octboer 2025 through January 2026. Use this time to reassess your spiritual beliefs (Pisces) and to come to terms with what is worth fighting for (Aries) in your life and the world at large.

The April forecast is relatively quiet, but changes dramatically after April 21st when an intense, explosive, power-hungry T-square between the Sun, Mars and Pluto dominates between April 21 and April 27. Add in the Taurus New Moon on the 27th in the fixed sign of Taurus and it points to a very challenging time indeed. Saturn in Pisces all through April can help you stay grounded and focused. The sign of Pisces reminds you to not lose your compassionate, caring nature during those challenging times.

 

April 2: Venus Conjunct North Node at 26 Degrees Pisces.Venus Opposition South Node at 26 Degrees Pisces/Virgo. Venus conjunct the North Node and opposing the South Node urges you to appreciate and join with others for a mutually beneficial compassionate endeavor. Venus opposition South Node shows the need to leave old ideas and prejudices behind. The sign of Pisces brings universal love and the sign of Virgo brings discernment. Ask yourself: How can I join with others to bring more joy and peace to my neighborhood, my country and the world?

 

April 4: Saturn Sextile Uranus at 256 Degrees Pisces/Taurus. Mars Trine Saturn at 25 Degrees Cancer/Pisces. Mars Sextile Uranus at 25 Degrees Cancer/Taurus. Saturn brings a sense of responsibility and stability, while Uranus seeks to shake things up. Though the energies of Saturn and Uranus don’t mesh well, this aspect can reveal new and exciting concepts and ideas. Uranus brings revolution, new directions and breakthroughs, Mars brings the courage to embark on new endeavors and Saturn keeps you grounded and focused. Saturn also tames the more impulsive and aggressive Mars’ tendencies.

 

April 6-7: Venus Conjunct Saturn at 25 Degrees Pisces, Trine Mars at 25 Degrees Cancer. Venus conjunct Saturn helps you evaluate your relationships and financial matters. Mars gives you the courage and will to make changes where necessary. We treasure stability, loyalty and duty when Venus is conjunct Saturn. This would be a good time to finalize business agreements as all parties are willing to find a middle ground.

 

April 8: Mercury Direct Conjunct North Node, Venus and Saturn at 25-27 Degrees Pisces. Your communications become more focused when Mercury goes direct in Pisces. Stubborn relationship or money matters may now have more clarity as solutions come into focus.

 

April 12: Venus stations Direct at 24 Degrees Pisces. Venus turning direct in Pisces gives you a chance to make amends or to re-establish strained relationships. Beauty and artistic ventures are especially favored now.

 

April 12: Full Moon at 23 Degrees Libra; Sun Conjunct Chiron at 23 Degrees Aries. The Sabian symbol for this Libra Full Moon is: “A third wing on the left side of a butterfly.” It points out the fact that we are all different and unique and yet, valuable and beautiful. It is time to honor and capitalize on those things that make you unique, creative, original, distinctive and peculiar. In a judgmental world that values conformity, this Full Moon in Libra honors your individuality and encourages you to have the courage (Aries Sun in opposition) to follow your own path. Meanwhile, transiting Uranus trine the South Node (the past) and sextile the North Node (new opportunities) shakes up your sense of complacency. Ask yourself: Am I ready to give up past limitations to honor my special gifts and talents.

April 16: Mercury Enters Aries and Conjuncts Neptune at 00 Degrees Aries. Everything, but especially communication, picks up when Mercury enters Aries. Hold off on important discussions until after April 23 when Mercury moves past Neptune. The Sun square Pluto gives you the courage to make changes and bold, new moves. Just check everything out first as Neptune at zero degrees can obscure the truth or fog the issues.

 

April 18: Mars Enters Leo. Bring out the crayons, watercolors and musical influences of all kinds when Mars is in Leo. Also, throw your shoulders back and present your most dramatic and confident self. Its time to let your talents show, when Mars transits Leo. Just be careful not to let yourself become arrogant or condescending.

 

April 19: Sun Enters Taurus. Mars Trine Neptune at 00 Degrees Leo/Aries. The Sun in Taurus until May 20 is superb for consolidating financial matters. There is a lot of fear now regarding finances. The Sun in Taurus urges you to pay attention to your long-term stability and security.

 

April 20: Sun Square Mars at 1 Degree Taurus/Leo. Everyone will be feeling impulsive, headstrong and competitive under the Sun square Mars transit. The possibility of accidents is heightened due to a lack of restraint and common sense. Use this time to motivate yourself, not to compete with others.

 

April 23: Sun Square Pluto at 3 Degrees Taurus/Aquarius. Power struggles, intensity, and just plain bull-headedness are some of the keywords used to describe Sun square Pluto. Be careful in your interactions with authority figures and realize that your way is not always the best way. Sun square Pluto can bring up deep, unresolved issues, especially with authority figures. Now is not the time to confront those in power or, really, anyone you are in conflict with. Say focused, and non-confrontational and your ability for accomplishment is through the roof.

 

April 24: Venus Conjunct Saturn at 27 Degrees Pisces. You may not be feeling “warm and fuzzy” when Venus is conjunct Saturn. Unfortunately, you may be super focused on the faults and limitations of yourself and those around you. Use this time to spend quiet, nurturing time alone. Saturn and Venus together can bring a feeling of loneliness and discontent, whether you are with others or not.

 

April 26: Mars Opposition Pluto at 3 Degrees Leo/Aquarius. Mars opposition Pluto on the Leo/Aquarius axis can either be a time of great energy and accomplishment or a time of extreme power struggles, obsessions and jockeying for position. Use this time to come up with solutions, rather than aggressively pushing (Mars) your own views and your need to be number one (Mars in Leo).

 

April 27: New Moon at 7-8 Degrees Taurus. You feel the need to increase your feeling of safety and stability under this Taurus New Moon. Though the outside world remains in a state of flux due to the outer planets all moving into new signs this spring and summer, vow to find space to tune into your inner sense of peace and tranquility. Nature is especially healing at this time. Consider planting a garden, buying a new houseplant or just taking long walks in nature. This is truly the time to hug a tree!

 

April 30: Venus Enters Aries. Venus in Aries conjunct Neptune calls for an evaluation of what and who you hold dear. Venus, the planet of love, conjunct Neptune, the planet of high ideals, brings a sense of universal love and a selfless regard for all sentient creatures. When I was taking classes at the School of Metaphysics, we practiced going around the circle and saying to the person next to us: “I love you just because you are.” This is the spirit of Venus in Aries conjunct Neptune.

 

Moon Movement During April 2025: Note: Dates given are for New York City, NY. The time of the Moon’s movement into a sign will vary depending on where you live.

 

April 1:         Moon enters Gemini

April 3:         Moon enters Cancer

April 6:         Moon enters Leo

April 8:         Moon enters Virgo

April 10:       Moon enters Libra

April 12:       Full Moon at 23 Degrees 19 Minutes Libra at 8:22 PM EDT

April 13:       Moon enters Scorpio

April 15:       Moon enters Sagittarius

April 18:       Moon enters Capricorn

April 20:       Moon enters Aquarius

April 23:       Moon enters Pisces

April 25:       Moon enters Aries

April 27:       Moon enters Taurus

April 27:       New Moon at 7 Degrees 46 Minutes Taurus at 3:31 PM EDT

April 29:       Moon enters Gemini

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I am still doing astrology readings by telephone or Zoom. My readings consist of transits, progressions, solar arc directions and solar return (year ahead) in relation to your birth chart. One-hour readings are $160 and half-hour readings are $80. Readings are recorded and payment is by PayPal, Square or Venmo. Send an email to ruby@astrology-clsses.com to schedule your reading.

 

Astrology Transits December 2024 – Joy and Optimism

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Know what sparks the light in you. Then use that light to illuminate the world” — Oprah Winfrey

As I scanned December’s transits, I noted a few areas of concern, but also the definite return of a more joyful and optimistic turn of events. Though we can focus on the many, many ways we can be fearful, depressed and anxious, the New Moon in Sagittarius on December first brings a much-needed dose of optimism. It brings a desire to become more active and to go about our daily tasks with a touch of optimism. It truly is a new starting point to take us into 2025, which is full of zero-degree new beginnings.

Fire sign Sagittarius wants us to go out and play in the snow, go on a hike or swim a few laps in the pool. Or, alternatively, to learn something new, whether through travel, a new book or an exciting new course of study.

Some proven ways to take advantage of this forward-moving energy is to:

  1. Take a trip, go to a museum, join a debate or join a group that explores ideas.
  2. Let your curiosity run loose.
  3. Take a course, read a book or refresh your spiritual practice.
  4. Focus on what brings you joy and purpose. The Sun in Sagittarius is a great time to revive your commitment to yourself and to speak your own truth.

 

December 1: New Moon at 9 Degrees Sagittarius at 1:21 AM ET. The Sagittarius New Moon brings back a sense of optimism and the urge to leave your past traumas behind. The New Moon  in Sagittarius helps you transition from the dark, lonely time of facing your fears that you experienced last month, into a time of hope and optimism. The challenges remain, but it is as though you are peaking out of a dark room into a shaft of light. The New Moon in Sagittarius urges you to continue to express what you know is right and true. Even if the road sometimes seems lonesome and long, right thinking and right action will prevail.

December 2: Venus Trine Uranus at 24 Degrees Capricorn/Taurus. You may be feeling a little bored, so shake things up today by doing something different. Take a new route to work, go to a new restaurant, or go on an adventurous, out-of-the-ordinary date.

 

December 4:  Sun Square Saturn at 13 Degrees Sagittarius/Pisces. Venus Sextile Neptune at 27 Degrees Capricorn/Pisces. The Sun square Saturn is a low-energy aspect. You may become painfully aware of undone tasks and the restrictions in your life. Interactions with authority figures (Saturn) can be problematic now, so its not the best time to bring up touchy issues at work. You may just want to get away from it all under the Venus sextile Neptune aspect. The tendency for high Idealism and escapism are heightened how.

 

December 6: Mars Turns Retrograde at 06 Degrees Leo. Mars retrograde in Leo until February 23, 2025, will highlight conflicts and issues regarding your ego and the perceived lack of the proper appreciation and acknowledgment from others. During Mars retrograde:

  • Take time to examine your motivations.
  • Avoid impulsive actions and decisions.
  • Practice patience.
  • Evaluate why and how you express anger and frustration.
  • When angry or frustrated feelings pop up, find something active to do or immerse yourself in a creative endeavor or hobby.

 

December 7: Sun Opposition Jupiter at 16 Degrees Sagittarius/Gemini. The Sun opposition Jupiter in the mutable signs of Sagittarius and Gemini brings a sense of optimism and self-confidence. You are not in the mood to follow all of the rules and “what ifs’ now, but want to just go where your heart leads you. You have a good chance of success under this aspect, especially if you curb any tendencies toward impulsiveness and over-optimism. While the Sun is opposite Jupiter,  it’s best to practice moderation, humility, and patience.

 

December 7: Venus Enters Aquarius. Venus Conjunct Pluto and Ceres at Zero Degrees Aquarius. Venus in Aquarius brings a sense of universal love and well-being and the sense that the world is your family. However, Venus conjunct Pluto can bring out the green-eyed monsters known as jealousy and compulsion. Be careful here that your emotions don’t overrule your common sense.

 

December 7: Neptune Turns Direct at 27 Degrees Pisces. Neptune turns direct today and begins it’s journey to a conjunction with the North Node on February 28 and a conjunction with Saturn in late spring. It’s time to dust off and reactivate those dreams that were put aside during Neptune’s retrograde period.

 

December 15: Full Moon at 24 Degrees Gemini. Sun Quincunx Uranus at 24 Degrees Sagittarius/Taurus. Mercury Turns Direct at 6 Degrees Sagittarius. It’s all about communication under this Gemini Full Moon. Consider letting go of entrenched beliefs, doubts and old stories that are no longer valid. You know the ones. They play in your head over and over and over with no resolution in sight. Ask yourself: “Do I really need to hang on to beliefs (Sagittarius) that are only limiting my freedom (Uranus) and sabotaging my peace of mind?” Instead, let in the unexpected insights and inspiration t(Uranus) that are the gifts of this full Moon in Gemini.

December 18-19: Sun Square Neptune at 27 Degrees Sagittarius/Pisces. Venus Trine Jupiter at 14 Degrees Aquarius/Gemini. The Sun square Neptune can make you feel a little depressed and/or tired. If possible, take some time to rest and recharge. Venus trine Jupiter later in the day will help you regain your sunny, optimistic outlook. Because the Sun is right on the Galactic Center it is a profound time for the entire world.

 

December 21: Sun Enters Capricorn at 9:21 AM.  When the Sun leaves Sagittarius and enters Capricorn today, there is a major shift from the light-hearted, fun loving Sagittarius energy into a more structured, disciplined mode. Your attention turns to responsibility, hard work, practicality and discipline. You may now become serious about your career plans and /or your place in the world.

 

December 24: Sun Quincunx Mars at 4 Degrees Capricorn/Leo. Jupiter Square Saturn at 14 Degrees Gemini/Pisces. December 25: Moon Enters Scorpio at 3:06 AM. TheSun quincunx Mars is a somewhat challenging aspect that makes it harder to understand others’ angry or agitated (Mars) feelings. Jupiter square Saturn can escalate such misunderstandings, while the Moon in Scorpio makes everyone want to dig deeply and intensely into feelings. Emotions will be intense. Tread lightly and try not to discuss old family issues or other loaded subjects such as politics.

 

December 28-29: Venus Square Uranus at 23 Degrees Aquarius/Taurus. Sun at 8 Capricorn Sesiquiquadrate Uranus at 23 Degrees Taurus. Chiron Turns Direct at 19 Degrees Aries. Both the Sun and Venus are making challenging aspects to Uranus today. Venus square Uranus can bring unexpected events, especially regarding love and money. Proceed with an open mind and try not to create a conflict just to shake things up and/or to assert your independence.

 

December 30: New Moon at 10 Degrees Capricorn at 5:26 PM. I like how the Capricorn New Moon occurs just before the New Year. A New Moon in Capricorn is excellent for:

  • Making a list of those things you want to modify or remove.
  • Setting new goals and methods to achieve the things on your list.
  • Creating the structure (Capricorn) and habits to keep you on track to accomplish those goals.
  • Examining your emotions regarding any change and letting go of any negative, non-productive emotions (New Moon).
  • Look at how you can nurture (Moon) yourself as you make those changes.

Blessed Holidays and a Wonderful, Optimistic New Year to all of my loyal readers and your families. You are appreciated more than you know. Be safe out there as you ring in the New Year.

Year 2025 and Beyond – What the Planets Say

The outer planets (Uranus, Neptune, Pluto) and Satur7n all change signs in 2025, greatly altering our political, economic and social conditions over the next 20 years . Pluto moves into Aquarius on November 19, which starts the slow metamorphosis of our known world. Pluto is followed by Saturn, Neptune and Uranus all moving to zero degrees of a new sign in the first six months of 2025.

 

Even though we live in challenging times, I believe that we are in a period of reset that can lead to a much more inclusive, compassionate outlook over time. We are just beginning. A look back in history and forward into the future can be helpful in understanding where we are and where we may be going.

 

I have posted a video on YouTube about the astrological significance of these changes. You can access the video by clicking on the arrow in the video that follows. Let me know if you have any questions.

 

Please contact me at ruby@astrology-classes.com if you have any questions or wish to schedule an astrology reading.

 

Beginning Astrology Class – Putting It All Together

I have found that there is a huge gap between taking a beginning astrology class and being able to actually interpret an astrology chart. This series of 8 astrology classes is designed to change that.  Each class is 1-1/2 hours long. In the first hour, I will teach you about the planets, houses, signs and all kinds of other astrological knowledge. The last half hour of each class is devoted to interpreting your individual charts. The magic is that you will get actual hands-on experience interpreting each other’s charts. We all learn by doing.

BEGINNING ASTROLOGY CLASS – PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER

Thursday, February 17 through April 7, 2022, 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm, Mountain Time; the starting time is flexible if the class agrees to a different time.

Online via Zoom

$280 for 8 weeks, payable through Paypal (you don’t need to join Paypal to pay)

 

This class is for total newbies, and for those who know some astrology, but have a hard time putting it all together.

We will start with the basics including:

  • What is a zodiac chart?
  • What are the astrological houses and what do they mean?
  • How do the signs express in the houses and what do the signs mean?
  • What do the planets do and what do they mean in a chart?
  • What are planetary transits and how do they affect you?

By the end of the class, you will be able to read and understand your birth chart and to have a basic understanding of how transits affect you.

The last 30 minutes of each class will be devoted to looking at your individual astrology charts and to answering your astrological questions.

I need at least eight people to sign up for the class, so tell all your friends and relatives.  The more people there are the more we learn from each other, but class is limited to eight people to allow for more individual interaction. 

Please email me at at ruby@astrology-classes.com to sign up for the class.  Please send me your birth date, birth time and birthplace. Please also contact me if you have any questions.  I’m looking forward to talking to you.

Ruby Burkhalter
Astrology by Ruby
http://astrology-classes.com