Listening to the Pulse of Time: Astrological Predictions for April 2012

In March we started into a new astrological year with the Spring Equinox, the Sun moving into Aries and we also started the New Moon cycle with Aries energies. We all needed to find a worthy cause in which to put our energies and we might have faced situations where our decisiveness, fierceness and protectiveness needed to be expressed.

The Pluto Square to Uranus Is Getting Tighter

This month Pluto will go retrograde on April 10 and moving closer towards the exact square with Uranus which will happen the first time in June 9, the first one out of 7 squares between these volatile planets we have been talking about for a while now. The God of the underworld and hell realms, Pluto is squaring off with the God of lightning and earth quakes, Uranus and even your next door neighbor might be nodding his head in having figured out that something big is going on...

Change is in the air and I believe the rebellious currents all over the world with the 99% starting to revolt against poverty and abuse by the greed and power plays of corporations and governments will become stronger again. For each one of us it is so important to not get swapped away by fear and anxiety but focus on what power we do have and how to apply ourselves individually in a smart and peaceful way.

We can look into the emotional potential of the month by following the waxing and waning of the Moon and be aware how we as individuals are impacted. Awareness is the key in being prepared and using the cosmic energies the best way we can.

Mercury and Mars turning direct again this month will add fuel to the fire and be helpful in finding ways to integrate our ideas into reality.

You also might consider an astrological reading and update to find out how the big players Pluto, Uranus and Neptune will force major changes into your life if you haven't had a reading in a while. It is so helpful in a better attunement to the pulse of the present time!

Libra Full Moon April 6 and Taurus New Moon April 21, 2012

In April with courage and will power, you can move now into the very different energy of the Full Moon and New Moon, in signs ruled by Venus.

As a Mom, you are carrying the archetype of the Divine Mother; you will love the energy of this month. You can allow yourself to become gentler and more receptive to love, beauty and harmony. With a good sense of who you are, your desires and strengths, you now are ready to meet the OTHER, half-way in the spirit of compromise and equality.

Both Mars and Venus are retrograde during part of the first half of the year and expect you to re-evaluate the eternal cosmic dance between the masculine and feminine in your intimate relationships and friendships. The questions of this month seem to be centered on the heart with relationship themes (I know, I know...it's complicated...) and how you inhabit and take care for the temple of your soul, your physical body.

Full Moon in Libra

Saturn and Full Moon are in Libra, the ruling planet Venus is in Gemini and close to the South Node. Inevitably you will be confronted with unfinished business in your relationships, maybe even of karmic nature. You need to put your highest aspirations into actions, learn to synthesize polarities and strive for the perspective of oneness and unity consciousness. If you are centered in a healthy self-identity, it is easier for you to go out of your way for a loving compromise, without losing yourself.

Also your inner artist (your creative aspirations) can flourish with so much Venus this month. Get out and take classes supporting your creative self-expression: create a collage, paint, draw, and dance... whatever brings you joy!

New Moon in Taurus

Venus, which is ruling Taurus, is very sensual and body oriented. Your body is the physical manifestation of your spirit, your temple with which you experience the world through your senses. With Taurus you learn to take care for your physical needs of food, shelter and tribe. You learn that material wealth and status does not necessarily make you feel safe and happy. Your happiness and sense of security is rooted in good health, meaningful work, a sense of accomplishment, friends and a loving state of mind. So, the more attuned you are to your body, the more grounded and powerful you can be.

This New Moon offers the opportunity to develop new aspects of the feminine and expand on in its old role to nourish, teach the young, protect and sustain life. As a mother, you are holding tremendous power in your hands, shaping the next generation.

You are making a major difference for life on this planet. You are contributing to the general field of consciousness. And - the much needed, more wholesome relationship with Nature is reflected in the way you relate and treat your own body-temple. All the change we like to see in the outer world starts within each of us. Have fun and enjoy the ride!

Shakti Carola Navran is an Evolutionary Astrologer, published author and now columnist for Maui Weekly.. She has written many articles and is the author of the book Jewelry & Gems for Self Discovery: Choosing Gemstones that Delight the Eye & Strengthen the Soul. (By Llewellyn) In her book she teaches you about how to read your personal horoscope and blue print for your life and how you can balance yourself successfully.

In her astrological practice she has been giving readings for people from all over the world for 33 years in person, through Skype or on the phone.

Her approach is with the perspective of Evolutionary Astrology which reads the psycho-dynamic information of your chart in the bigger frame of the evolution of your soul - your karma. It usually goes very deep and can give you a very significant perspective onto yourself and your life.

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Candle Love Spells: 3 Top Tips to Cast Candle Love Spells

There is a difference between burning a candle and casting candle love spells. The former carries no intention or energy. The latter involves manipulating the invisible forces (only noticeable through extra sensory perception) in nature to bring a desired result. Following are 3 tips to effectively cast candle love spells.

-Have a desire. Considering that you need someone's love is not enough. You must want it honestly. A spell without a desire is a spell without purpose and therefore will bring about nothing. It is as if you forget to include your letter in an envelope.

If your desire is weak, think on all the benefits you will get after results. This must strengthen your desire. Otherwise, maybe what you want is not worth and you will want to reconsider it. You want your candle love spells to bring only the best for you.

You may want to turn your desire into a decree. For example, "I want Tony to be my boyfriend." This allows you to shape your desire better or be more specific. A decree must be simple and phrased positively (without words like no, do not, will not, etc.) to avoid confusion.

-Involve yourself emotionally. There is a saying that says "Love moves the world." So powerful is this emotion that we would do anything for it. Emotions carry such a strong energy.

It is important that you learn to access your emotions. This is something many people have trouble with, for poetry and other arts that promote emotion receive less or no attention nowadays.

If that happens to you while doing candle love spells, think on how you will feel when you achieve results or how you have felt in similar occasions. As a matter of fact, emotions should spark within you. You only need them in that moment.

-Believe. If you do not believe what you want is possible, that is what your spell will bring. Nearly everything is possible so do not let your own negativity discourage you.

Social conditioning can make believing difficult. For example, you may think Tony can not be your boyfriend because he is rich or because many other women are attracted to him. But this is no trouble since people in those situations couple every day.

If your belief is weak, think on ways in which your spell can manifest. For example, a friend may introduce you and Tony or you both may suddenly start a conversation about a controversial issue. Another way is by keeping in mind others who achieved a task that you may find more difficult.

Many people assume casting candle love spells is about following a number of steps mechanically. However, what turns them in more than physical actions are your desire, emotional involvement and belief. You are doing the magic. The problem with most magic books is they are not aimed at beginners; they contain spell recipes but do not tell you how to cast them. For this, the above information is very valuable. You can use it for any kind of spell, not only a candle one.

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The Power of Pisces' Energy and How to Weather Its Emotional Storm

As the planets move through the signs of the Zodiac so move our thoughts, emotions and experiences. While our Sun sign gets all the attention, we are all the signs of the Zodiac. In understanding the energy that each sign presents, we can better understand ourselves.

Pisces reigns supreme from February 19 through March 20. During this time we are enveloped in the Fish's emotional and imaginative nature. A Water sign, Pisces is kind, sensitive and compassionate. You can expect to feel more sentimental during this time. Do not be surprised if you tear up easily or feel the need to read poetry.

Embrace this powerful energy and you may even be able to tap into Pisces intuitive and psychic abilities. Pisces can be an excellent time to hold a s?ance or undergo hypnotherapy.

Of course, as with coins, there are two sides to every sign and Pisces' watery element can be deep, dark and foreboding. The sign's sensitive nature can prompt a need to withdraw from loved ones and escape the demands and responsibilities of daily life.

You may feel overly sad or melancholy during Pisces' passing. Knowing that forceful and self-assured Aries is just around the corner can help alleviate the weight of any such negative feelings.

Pisces and the Power of Love

Pisces is a true romantic and the archetype for male heroes in many good romance novels. Pisces make devoted partners but the dreamer does not always carry an equal load in the relationship. Cut your partner and yourself some slack during this time if daydreams and wishful thinking interfere with taking out the trash or balancing the checkbook.

In Pisces, you can fall deeply in love or lust. You can get your heart broken or find someone who will repair the hurt. Do not be surprised if during this time you have a strong desire to love and be loved on a more spiritual or idealistic level. If in a relationship, you can expect more support, empathy and devotion from your partner.

While Pisces' energy can bring more love and romance your way, watch out! You will be thinking with your heart not your head during this time and could get involved with the wrong type for you. In Pisces, you risk an affair even if in a committed relationship. If you have found your soul mate, this is a fabulous time to tie the knot but so not the time to run off to Las Vegas with someone you just met!

Understanding how each sign influences you and those around you will make life a little less challenging and a lot more interesting. The next step is to learn which House in your horoscope each sign resides. It is then that you will discover a more personal relationship with all the signs of the Zodiac.

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Torn Between Lovers - Venus Retrograde Spring 2012

May 15th through June 27th, 2012. Venus is a bright star that can presently be seen in the western sky shortly after sundown. Get out and take a look before she is gone, because over the next few weeks she will be sinking slowing into the horizon.

Venus is the ruler of love and money, and her retrogrades can slow down and even hault progress in those areas. Venus' retrograde occurs about every other year, and this time she will be dancing madly backwards in the dynamic sign of Gemini. Gemini loves two of everything, and some of us may actually find ourselves torn between lovers. We may also be more tempted to step out on a committed relationship. Gemini likes variety. Often when a planet is in retrograde, it brings up the past. It's likely that lost loves will return during this time, but with Venus in Gemini, its more likely to be a "booty call," rather than an opportunity to reunite long term.

When a planet is in retrograde, it appears to be moving backward against the backdrop of the universe. All of the planets except the Sun and the Moon are in retrograde sometimes, because the Earth is not at the center of the solar system. Actually the retrograde planet is either passing us or being passed by us during a retrograde cycle. It's similar to passing a car on the highway. The car appears to be moving backward for a few moments as we pass by. Naturally, because the planet is closer to us during a retrograde, its gravitational influence is greater. Mercury's retrograde gets a lot of attention because it's a fast planet and turns retrograde 3 or 4 times a year. Venus' retrograde is actually more powerful than Mercury's because she is closer and larger than Mercury.

Venus will begin her retrograde on May 15th at a very positive aspect with Saturn. Saturn will help to keep our moods and our love lives feeling very stable at that time. We may not even notice that Venus has turned retrograde right away. But, as Venus slowly sinks into the horizon, we could notice that our relationships are becoming a bit "boring." There is also a good possibility that cash flow will diminish. We will really begin to feel Venus' tug by early June. As Venus approaches the Sun, she will engage the solar eclipse on June 4th. This eclipse will line up with Venus and create a very negative aspect to Mars. Its been said that, "Women are from Venus, and Men are from Mars." When these two square off, some will go to extremes. There could be arguments with loved ones, and some of us will "get stupid" with our credit. We will probably be most likely to cheat on our relationships at this time too.

The Venus-Mars square should be over by the 2nd week of June, and Venus will be moving her way across the universal stage to the position of morning star. Venus may get blamed for some difficulties around this time, but it will actually be a battle between Uranus and Pluto. Venus will still be adding a little flavor to the turmoil, as she continues to flatten our relationships and increase our desires. Venus will turn direct on June 27th, but in the days leading up to her direct station, the outer planets will be reaching the peaks of 2 different battles. And, the inner planets will be joining the fight just a couple of days after Venus turns direct. The whole week from June 23rd through June 30th could be difficult.

How will Venus' retrograde affect you? Time to get out your natal chart. Venus' retrograde will run from 23 degrees 59 minutes to 7 degrees 30 minutes in Gemini. Check and see which of your houses Venus will be transiting. This will give you an idea of what areas of your life will be affected. Also if Venus crosses any of your power points (ascendant, nadir, descendant, or mid-heaven), you may find that those days bring big challenges. If your still not sure, contact your favorite astrologer. They should be able to clear up any confusion very quickly.

Janet (Sparrow) Moon is a professional psychic and astrologer. You can visit her web site for more articles about upcoming events in astrology, and to read her daily astrology general tendencies forecast. (This article can be reprinted freely online, as long as the entire article and this bio are included.) http://www.sparrowmoon.com/