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On July 14th, we have a New Moon in the nurturing sign of Cancer. This Moon is in conjunction with Mercury in retrograde, less than two days after Mercury’s inferior conjunction to the Sun. The fixed stars of Castor and Pollux are flanked by the New Moon. Together, the Sun, Moon, Mercury, Castor and Pollux are telling us a story related to the past, endings and a new start.

Before we go deep into the New Moon, let’s discuss the fixed stars. Whenever an important event has fixed stars associated with it, we gain an additional layer of understanding. These two fixed stars belong to the constellation of Gemini. This may seem confusing, since the Moon is in a different zodiac sign. However, due to the precession of the equinoxes, the fixed stars are sitting in the preceding constellation.

The tropical zodiac we use for horoscopes isn’t pinned to the constellations, it’s pinned to the seasons, to the Sun’s return each year to the same point at the spring equinox. The actual backdrop of stars behind that point drifts, incredibly slowly, at a rate of about 1° every seventy-two years. Castor and Pollux will always belong to the constellation Gemini when you look up at the night sky. But in the tropical zodiac we use to read a chart, they’ve drifted forward into the 30° stretch we call Cancer, and that is exactly where this New Moon lands, at 21°59’.

Fixed stars have a rich and complex history in astrology, due to each culture associating them with specific planets or types of events. But let’s look at the logistics first, since fixed stars, due to their distance and the mathematics to put them on a chart, are only read in tight conjunctions.

Castor sits at 20°36’ of Cancer, and Pollux at 23°35’. The New Moon, exact at 21°59’, is nearly centered between them, closer to Castor by a matter of minutes. Mercury retrograde, at 19°51’ Cancer, is close enough to Castor to be considered conjunct, with less than 1° separating them. The Sun and Moon have already passed Castor and are moving toward Pollux, still applying, not yet exact. Because the Sun and Moon move quickly, this conjunction during the New Moon is worth noting, even though its impact is more symbolic due to the short duration of this meaningful conjunction.

First, it’s worth looking at how these stars can influence current mundane events. With Castor and Pollux being part of the Gemini constellation, we are looking at two parts that make a whole. Castor, when conjunct the Sun, is associated with government undertakings in foreign affairs, including violent acts. With a conjunction to the Moon, there are those who would be on the receiving end of those acts, being wounded, disgraced or imprisoned. Pollux is the final ruin, the end results of the actions of Castor. Pollux is also associated with embezzlement and violent death when conjunct the Sun, and pride and self-destruction when conjunct the Moon.

On the world stage, it would be best for governments to disengage from any conflict, but that is easier said than done with this influence. Pollux is conjunct Trump’s natal Saturn, so during the New Moon, we may see his bad temper impact decisions that he makes during this time. If warfare escalates around the New Moon, it would not be surprising.

But on a personal level, these two stars burn bright when it comes to expression through honorable writing, that could be riddled with cynicism or have a sarcastic tone. We also could see something to do with the legal system, especially if it impacts the public or sports. Please know that debates could go awry during the New Moon, so be aware not to escalate anything needlessly, since there is an undercurrent of violence beneath a Moon that would normally be nurturing in nature. This sums up the duality: the aggressor, and the people who receive the wrath, met with banter and wit on one side, and care and the licking of wounds on the other.

The story of this New Moon is that it is a pressure cooker. What you make of it will be up to your own fortitude. Look beyond the current moment and examine where you have been and where you are going. The same energy that causes conflict can be channeled into positive action.

As the noise happens around the world, much has to do with Jupiter in opposition to Pluto. Not only is Jupiter applying an opposition to the planet of power, it is also co-present with many leaders’ natal Pluto in Leo. Though this energy emboldens them to do some ruthless acts, anything they do that is focused on their zealous beliefs or driven by a lust for power, most likely will eventually backfire. I think that is important to keep in mind, as the world goes through a multitude of energetic shifts.

Personally, if you use this energy to expand your knowledge and take in various perspectives, you can use the energy much better than being fixated on one chosen path.

Jupiter is also trine to Neptune, while Neptune is sextile to Pluto. It is quite easy to go in another direction, instead of staying focused and pursuing your ambitions, you can dip into a dreamy state due to Jupiter expanding Neptune’s idealism. With all of the fire and air energy, the only two placements in the grounding and practical earth element are Venus in Virgo and Chiron, which recently moved into the sign of Taurus.

Venus is in its detriment in Virgo. Venus wants harmony. Virgo is analytical and service oriented, whereas Venus desires to indulge in the tangible. This is a time to convince yourself that some pleasures are worthwhile.

Venus is applying a square to Mars in Gemini, and is separating from a square to Uranus. Recently, you may have found yourself attracted to someone outside of your usual preference. Conversations create sparks with this configuration, especially if you are both open to other points of view.

Since I mentioned Chiron, the past can come out in a big way, especially if you haven’t dealt with the consequences of your actions. Chiron is square to Jupiter and Pluto, so it is as if we are reliving a time period of the past, where fighting over land and resources took place. This is not a time to sweep issues under the rug, or to have a tug-of-war based on egotistical beliefs. Instead, it is a time for healing, whether it is healing the socio-economic dynamics of the world, or your own beliefs in regard to boundaries and resources.

With Chiron’s trine to Venus, taking an analytical approach to actions is helpful. Stocking your pantry with non-perishables or learning how to sprout microgreens is beneficial. But I challenge everyone to take this a step further.

Use the energy of the New Moon to reconnect with others and build your own makeshift families. We’ve lost many of our third spaces, but we can reclaim them. The forming basket configuration that perfects on July 19th and 20th, with Neptune and Pluto in retrograde and Jupiter and Uranus direct, is a reminder of this same pull between old and new. Building something based on our ideals, figuring out new power dynamics while embracing future thought and optimism can go a long way.

Before the pandemic, I would make friends and meet people easily, by going to art events, hanging out at coffee shops or interacting with people from my yoga class. Before that, in my much younger days, I would meet people at sports bars or neighborhood bars, while poorly playing pool or darts, usually drinking a club soda with lime. Or, at a dance club or some other gathering. But these are not the only third spaces, and we can create our own, such as community gardens, co-ops and other functioning establishments. But we need to connect and be around others, and not always behind a screen.

It’s also important to remember, regardless of the fixed stars, that this Moon is in the sign of Cancer and so is Mercury. This is the energy of self-care and caring for others. It is about family, and being part of something larger, that is based in love and shared experiences. Families function when we are responsible for our role, and the duties that we assign ourselves.

Which takes us to Saturn in Aries, also in detriment. Saturn is the old, wise entity that has learned that boundaries and restrictions can keep us safe. Aries energy is risk-taking and initiative, independent and action-forward. Though Saturn would rather be in a different sign, Aries energy loosens up Saturn to adjust to current circumstances. It is like teaching an old dog new tricks, or an old dog learning to make new friends.

With Saturn square to Mercury in Cancer, we could fall back into pessimism, but the Aries energy is unsettled with that point of view. Mars is the dispositor of Saturn, and it wants to take action, to do something. Again, this is why sitting behind a screen for hours upon hours leaves us feeling trapped or weighed down, instead of liberated.

Mercury is the dispositor of Mars in Gemini. There is a desire to talk and listen, to share ideas and to communicate. Forums, social media and other screens seem like the common sense thing to do. But keep in mind, Mercury is in Cancer, it needs that physical connection, like that nurturing hug from a loving parent.

One could say it is counter-intuitive to have fun, converse over drinks or coffee, go to parties and play a game of darts at your local tavern while the world is a mess. But, what if everyone was too busy being friends and making local connections? How would the world be then? The core of this New Moon is to live like your parents did when they were young, and go to the club, concert, beach or whatever recreation resonates with you.

We don’t change the world through stupid wargames, division or checking out. We change the world by changing ourselves, going through the phases like the Moon, and revisiting the phases that brought joy and connection.

Ditch the endless streaming of world events, the internet debates and self-isolation. Instead, embrace life by being part of the world. This New Moon allows you to take lessons of the past and interweave them into your own fresh start. With Jupiter in opposition to Pluto, empower yourself to find those who want to enjoy life and be part of something productive. It begins by opening your front door, walking outside and putting on a smile.

Disclaimer: The information in this article is presented for educational and informational purposes only. Views expressed are those of the contributing author and do not necessarily reflect the views of CrystalWind.ca, which makes no claims regarding the accuracy of any content herein.

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