Timing is Everything! 
That's What Astrology is All About.  

 HARMONY IN CELESTIAL TIMING: NAVIGATING LIFE'S RHYTHMS

From the grand to the subtle, astrology unveils the cosmic clock, guiding us to recognize opportune moments in our daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly journey. Just as spring signals the prime time for planting in the Western Hemisphere and fall heralds the season of bountiful harvest, astrology sheds light on the ebbs and flows of life.


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WHAT ASTROLOGY IS, AND WHAT IT ISN'T.

Navigating Astrological Clarity: Dispelling Common Myths

Misconceptions about astrology abound, and the one that often irks me is the idea that your astrological "sign" has somehow changed. This myth has gained traction, even to the extent of NASA associating constellation positions with astrology to discredit the practice.

While I have no desire to convert skeptics into star-worshipping enthusiasts, discrediting astrology is more effective with accurate information.

Let's clear the cosmic air: Western Astrology isn't based on the position of planets within constellations.

Dismissing the notion of a thirteenth "sign" named Ophiuchus is crucial. Ophiuchus is a constellation, not part of the Tropical Zodiac utilized in astrology.

Astrology operates on three different zodiacs: The Tropical Zodiac, the Sidereal Zodiac, and the Constellation Zodiac. Western Astrology follows the Tropical Zodiac, grounded in the equinoxes and solstices, determining the seasons.

Contrary to popular belief, astrology is not confined to mere constellations or Sun signs. It's a nuanced practice, a guide for life on Earth, showcasing our cosmic position within the vast universe. Astrology studies energy, both in terms of its concepts and how humans respond to it.

Astrologers use the Tropical Zodiac, the same as astronomers for determining the onset of seasons. Despite acknowledging that Ptolemy's belief in an Earth-centered universe was flawed, both astronomers and astrologers utilize his accurate calculations for solstices and equinoxes.

In essence, astrology is not mere superstition or fortune-telling. It's a profound study of energetic weather, human responses to cosmic energies, and the interconnectedness of the celestial and terrestrial realms. So, fear not — your astrological sign remains steadfast under the reliable guidance of the Tropical Zodiac.

DIGNIFIED, EXALTED, DETRIMENT, FALL

Astrology is the study of energetic shifts on Earth, and sometimes energies of the planets manifest more favorably in certain signs than in others.  It's not that the energy of the planet or sign alone is "bad".  It's just that certain planets are better at doing their jobs in certain signs than in others. Like, if you're shopping and looking for certain items, you might have better luck in one store than another. 

For example, let's say your energy is craving an arugula salad with a side of gluten free bread.  If you go to a hardware store, you might find a vending machine for soda, but not an arugula salad. Does this mean the hardware store is "bad"? Only if you want a salad.  Likewise, you wouldn't go to Whole Foods Market for lumber.

Let's say the Moon is a gourmet chef, and that the Sun is a football player.  Let's say the sign Taurus is actually a chef's kitchen in a high class restaurant, and that the sign Aries is a training field on a military base. Which one would be better in the kitchen, and which one is better on the field?

When a planet is "dignified", it's in its ruling sign and feels at home.

When a planet is "exalted", it's in the sign where it is working its best magic.

When a planet is in "detriment" it's in the opposite of its ruling sign, and is homesick.

When a planet is in its "fall", it struggles to shine, and feels in crisis.

Dignified, Exalted, Detriment, Fall

Sun: 

Dignified in Leo--Leadership, creative, open hearted, "I am the king of my world". 

Exalted in Aries--"I am who I am and I know myself well. My body and willpower are strong."

Detriment in Aquarius--"Who are these Earthlings and why can't I relate to them?"

Fall in Libra--"It's getting darker outside and I feel codependent". 

Note: The Sun enters the Fall Equinox on the first day of Libra, and enters the Spring Equinox on the first day of Aries.

Moon:

Dignified in Cancer--"I'm comfortable with my emotions. Would you like a grilled cheese sandwich?"

Exalted in Taurus--"I'm emotionally and financially stable and I have good taste."

Detriment in Capricorn--"Only my needs matter, I don't like emotions, and I'm the boss."

Fall in Scorpio--"I'm really uncomfortable and paranoid, I don't trust you, and that's why I'm a control freak."

Mercury:

Dignified in Gemini and Virgo--"I am logical, I send the message, I see the details, I'm taking an accurate inventory."

Exalted in Aquarius--"I am rational and share my overflowing wisdom and intelligence in a simple way with others."

Detriment in Sagittarius and Pisces--Blowing the details out of proportion, exaggerations, confusion, lying by omission.

Fall in Leo--"I believe everything that I think. So, I'm always right. I speak from my ego, and only my opinion counts."

Venus:

Dignified in Taurus and Libra--"I know what is valuable, and I know what I'm worth. I'm good with money and with dealing with people. I value my relationships and I'm very polite."

Exalted in Pisces--"I love you unconditionally and I never hold a grudge. I am otherworldly and glamorous. I'm a Unicorn. I'm a Mermaid."

Detriment in Scorpio and Aries--"I'm afraid to love anyone but myself, because there are no rules and love is war! I just want to be alone, but I also just want to be validated!"

Fall in Virgo--"I will always find something wrong with you. Everyone is too imperfect to love. I don't want anyone telling me how to live my life or who I should love, either."

Mars: 

Dignified in Aries and Scorpio--"I am full of energy, I own my personal power, and I'm sexy!"

Exalted in Capricorn--"I can channel and control my energy to build a strong empire."

Detriment in Libra and Taurus--"I am codependent, stubborn, and stingy."

Fall in Cancer--"I'm motivated by emotions, but not in a good way. I'm impulsive and eat too much junk food."

Jupiter: 

Dignified in Sagittarius and Pisces--"We see the big picture and it's beautiful. We share an abundance of optimism and healing energy with the world." 

Exalted in Cancer--Everyone's needs are met, and everyone feels at home and nurtured. No one is lacking. "Cake and pillow-forts for everyone!"

Detriment in Gemini and Virgo--Gossipy and Picky, respectively. Can't see the forest for the trees.

Fall in Capricorn--Fear of lack, scarcity, loneliness. "I'm so cold and hungry, and I have nothing left give."

Saturn:

Dignified in Capricorn and Aquarius--"Responsibility equals freedom."

Exalted in Libra--"Justice, fairness, peace, partnerships, marriage, rule of law, civility." 

Detriment in Cancer and Leo--Difficulty adulting because they felt robbed of a childhood. (Cancer rules babies, Leo rules children). "My parents didn't nurture or love me enough!"

Fall in Aries--"I feel like I'm not allowed to be me! And I really resent authority for this!"

The outer planets: Uranus, Neptune and Capricorn, are said to only have dignities and detriments, (and are not officially exalted or in fall in any sign).

The outer planets rule the collective unconscious, generations and public events, and it generally takes longer to analyze their effects. 

Here are my suggestions as to which signs I believe they may be in exaltation and fall and why.

Uranus:

Dignified in Aquarius (Wisdom and the ability to share it, altruism), detriment in Leo (the ego eclipses the wisdom).

Uranus' Suggested Exaltation: Scorpio--The ability to detach from crises and see what needs to be done to transform from crises.

Uranus' Suggested Fall: Taurus--Obsession with materialism, resisting necessary change, values are set in the wrong place. Altruism is devalued. 

Neptune:

Dignified in Pisces (forgiveness, unconditional love, healing music, art for art's sake), detriment in Virgo (unhealthy habits, unsustainable health care, slavery/slave wages).

Neptune's Suggested Exaltation: Leo--Ultimate creative expression from the heart, inventing new forms of art and music, the first "bohemian" movement, blessing one's inner child, compassionate leadership.

Neptune's Suggested Fall: Aquarius--Escapism through social media, overly dependent on technology, using technology to deceive large groups of people, identity theft, computer hackers, technological breakdowns.

Pluto:

Dignified in Scorpio (not afraid to look at the "dark side" and transform from a crisis), detriment in Taurus (hoarding of wealth, theft, fascism, oppression of females).

Pluto's Suggested Exaltations:  

Cancer--Transformation of "homeland" and the matriarchy, reduction of famine, suburbs invented, transforms how we get our food (industrial farms, refrigeration). 

Libra--Transformation through balance and societal reforms. Those born in the Pluto in Libra generation are a bridge between the older generations and the younger generations. Pluto in Libra can let go of traditions that no longer work, but holds onto traditions that are practical and balanced. 

Aquarius--Transformation of society through wisdom. Sharing of resources. Revolutionary, progressive society. Using tax dollars to develop new technology to explore new frontiers (i.e. creating public transportation, space travel).

Pluto's Suggested Falls:

Capricorn--The breakdown of societal structures. Architecture dissolving. Weak structures. The destruction of "the patriarchy". Disorganized rebellion. 

Aries--Endless wars, destruction of society through selfishness and inability to work with other generations. 

Leo--"Mine, mine, mine". The "Me" Generation. Passionate and creative, but can be selfish and narcissistic. Like Pluto in Aries, does not play well with other generations. Inspirational leaders who evolved into controlling "kings".  

Where do you think the outer planets (Uranus, Neptune, Pluto) are exalted or in fall?

 Currently, astrologers don't have a consensus, but we can speculate. Pluto has been said to be exalted in Aries, as well. I like to look at both what was going on in the world during a particular Pluto transit. Pluto in Aries was a time of pioneering, but there were also Civil Wars. However, no one who was born with Pluto in Aries is alive today so it's hard to know. 

The Baby Boomer generation is always promoting Pluto in Leo as exalted.  However, Pluto in Leo only worked for people with Pluto in Leo.  For everyone else, 1939-1958 was not necessarily the best time to be alive (Dust bowl, depression, WWII, rise of fascism, Korean War, women had few rights, etc.)

Pluto is the one that is most difficult to place, but I'm leaning towards Pluto in Libra being exalted. This would be manifested in the "Ex-ennial" generation born between 1972-1984.  The Cold War peaked, but it was a relatively peaceful time to be alive. They have one foot in the analog world, and one foot in the digital world. They are more generous than the baby boomers (Pluto in Leo), less jaded than Gen-X (Pluto in Virgo) and not quite as angry or "screwed" as the Millennials (Pluto in Scorpio), and had access to more resources than Gen Z (Pluto in Sagittarius). 

More on detriment and dignities by Astrologer Steven Forrest here. Want to learn more about Astrology? Set up a time with me for an astrology lesson here.

Pluto in Capicorn
THE ASTROLOGY OF GENERATIONS: PLUTO
Pluto has been in Capricorn since 2009, forcing us to rebuild old structures in our lives that are no longer working.  The newest generation, "Gen I" (I= the generation born in the information age) is born between 2009 and now. They are the old souls of the zodiac and will have to rebuild the structures (physical, administrative and corporate structures) that hold society together.
Pluto is the energy of your Generation. 
Which Generation were you born into?
Pluto in Gemini 1884-1912/14: "The Greatest Generation"=Warriors, innovators of communication (telephone, radio).
Pluto in Cancer 1912/14-1938: "The Silent Generation"=Traditionalist (changed the meaning of "home" suburbs, housewives). 
Pluto in Leo 1938-1958/60: "The Baby Boomers"=The "me" generation, creative, egotistical. The "kings", "rock stars", and "inner child" of the zodiac.
Pluto in Virgo 1958/60-1972: "Generation X"=The "forgotten" generation, latch key kids, jaded. Gen-X craved the practicality and simplicity that their Boomer parents de-valued. 
Pluto in Libra 1972-1984: "Ex-Ennials"=The "balanced" generation: one foot in the analog world, one foot in the digital world.  Not as jaded as Gen-X, not a angry as Millennials. Understands social networking and "side-gigs".
Pluto in Scorpio 1984-1996: "Millennials"=The "transformative" generation, suffering the unintended consequences of the Pluto in Leo generation (Leo squares Scorpio), they are the generation that brings the darkness to light in order to destroy and eliminate what is no longer good for society. 
Pluto in Sagittarius 1996-2009: "Gen-Z"=The travelers and publicists of the zodiac, they will be living in their tiny houses in a nomadic way to avoid unlivable seasonal climates, and publicize their lives on social media. They bring optimistic ideas for change to the table.
Pluto in Capricorn 2009-2023: "Gen I"=They are the old souls of the Zodiac and will have to rebuild the planet. The last Pluto in Capricorn Generation was born 1762-1777, the same generation as the birth of the United States. 

WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE SUBJECT IN SCHOOL?

Of course, this is a generalization. What your favorite subjects in school would be, is related with what signs are ruling your 3rd house as well. Your 9th house might hint at your college major.  If you skipped college to study a trade, that might be more reflected in your 6th house. What you ultimately choose to do with your life is usually reflected in the 10th house.  The planet that rules the sign of your 10th house is how your life's choices tend to manifest. 

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