Innholdsfortegnelse for 2018 i WellBeing Astrology

Taking our cues from Jupiter, who tours deep and insightful Scorpio from October 2017 to November 2018, the year ahead promises profound introspection and new understandings of power. I like the Jupiter in Scorpio pairing: it provides a chance for stillness and encourages looking inwards. It can be reflective, transformative and cathartic. In addition, the major aspects of 2018 — a sextile to Pluto and a trine to Neptune — are flowing, supportive ones rather than the clashing types we had from 2015–2017. Find out what Jupiter in Scorpio promises in our special feature on p102. Healing, especially at the soul level, is highlighted and I personally am looking forward to the chance to slow down and make time for meditation and reflection. I’ll be taking my cues from some…

Overview A big year of transition awaits in 2018 as we all prepare to welcome Uranus into Taurus. You’ll want to break new ground, too, especially around financial matters and how you balance obligations with freedom. You might contemplate a new approach to your schedule or consider how to be more mobile and less location-dependent. An emphasis on planets on the western side of your solar chart highlights the power of partnership and the important role significant people will play in your evolution this year. Rather than isolate yourself, seek out others and look for opportunities to create, or become part of, a team of likeminded individuals. Health and wellness rituals may be a bigger priority than usual, thanks to the rare transit of Jupiter through Scorpio. This once-in-12-years cycle…

Overview It’s your inner landscape that’s most influenced by the planets in 2018. You may notice more shifts within your being rather than in the world at large, as the planets emphasise the lower half of your horoscope. Your world view is being reshaped and you may question things you’ve long held to be true. Let your mind wander over new terrain — changing circumstances may mean it’s time to let go of old beliefs. Health, wellness and work routines, including your regular or everyday schedule, may be in flux with Mars retrograde (moving backwards) in Aquarius from June 25 to August 13. Instead of sticking diligently to your plans, it may make better sense to adapt your schedule to new developments or to explore how technology can make it…

Overview Most of 2018 has a fairly introspective tone for you, so you may keep a lower profile or find you want to spend more time in quiet and secluded settings. Until Jupiter enters Sagittarius on November 8, rest and time to recharge will be important. Wealth New responsibilities with money are likely, thanks to the longer trend of Saturn in Capricorn. This three-year cycle, which is active in 2018, 2019 and 2020, may bring you a reality check around your financial position. You may need to be honest — mostly with yourself — about what you own and what you owe. Saturn can help you see things as they are. This can help you make a realistic plan to help you get where you want to be. Cashflow will…

Overview There’s an uplifting feeling to life this year as Jupiter and Saturn hold elevated positions in your solar chart. You may be active in the world at large, chase a big dream or achieve a longstanding professional goal. Time for rest and to recharge will be essential, though, thanks to an extended tour of Mars through Aquarius. Wealth The long-running tour of Uranus through Aries is winding down. You get a taste of a more calm financial influence from May 15 to November 6, when Uranus leaves Aries briefly. Use this period to create new stability with cashflow and income, and to begin planning for the future. If you want to set up an online business or create more independence around money, use the freedom-loving vibe of Uranus in…

The wu-xu, or yang earth dog year, starts on February 4, 2018, using the Chinese solar calendar. The lunar calendar used for celebrations gives the New Year on February 16. As the lunar New Year is well after the solar change, a less smoothly flowing year is indicated. Strength and endurance The stem “wu yang earth” is hard earth, like a rock or stone. Wu is also seen as a mountain: strong, enduring and immovable. Wu earth people are slow and steady, but they always see things through to the end. The dog’s energy is dry and strong. In addition to yang earth, the dog has the hidden stems of yang fire and yin metal. The yin metal element, xin, gives hidden intelligence and creativity. Characteristics of this animal sign…

Astrology is best approached from the ground up. For much of astrology’s history, by the time an astrologer used natal or birth chart techniques they were already skilled in event chart interpretation and prediction. They could successfully divine answers from horary charts and select helpful moments to begin new undertakings. Most astrologers also knew about natural medicine and humoral theory. An apprentice astrologer would develop and master these skills before broaching natal astrology, ensuring they were capable of diving into the depths that birth chart analysis deserves. Nowadays, the overwhelming majority of those of us who use astrology begin with nativities (that is, studying birth charts). Today, birth chart astrology is often seen as the most accessible branch of astrology. That isn’t to imply it’s the easiest. The truth is…

As a naturopath, nutritionist and astrologer, I love combining my favourite topics — like mixing ingredients for soup — to produce elixirs for healing. Your chart provides insight into your physical strengths and weaknesses, your constitutional health and any wellness challenges you might face. Through medical astrology you can focus your attention on a unique segment of your chart in order to balance at least one part of your dynamic makeup. I love to work with the natal Moon. Even if you don’t know your birth time, you can look up your Moon sign in books or websites. If you do have your entire natal chart, you can also consider the house of your Moon. We will stick to the Moon sign for the purposes of this article. Soul food…

The Saturn Return, a significant cycle in your late 20s, is a time when you’re urged to grow up and get real. The carefree attitude of your 20s is no longer, and it’s time to accept the responsibilities of adulthood. This might mean you look for a career that will help you achieve your ambitions, commit to a long-term relationship and build your own family or set longer-term goals. If you have previously been unwilling to own the consequences of your behaviour, the Saturn Return is a wakeup call. As you cross into your 30s, you heed Saturn’s call and build the structures and foundations required. Over the next six or seven years, as you get on with the business of adulthood, not so healthy habits might set in. Your…

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Overview Your ruling star, Mars, covers just one third of the zodiac in 2018, much less ground than usual. In turn, this can help you narrow your focus or even specialise in one or two important life areas. Rather than try to do or have it all this year, set yourself a limited number of goals, and then devote your best efforts to achieving them. You’ll also get an in-depth period of review and reflection — plus the chance to refocus — when Mars goes retrograde, or moves backwards, from June 25 to August 26. You may notice you want to do less or move at a slower pace then. While retrograde, Mars will pass over the karmic South Node three times, highlighting the importance of letting go. This can…

Overview Happiness, relationships and personal growth feature in 2018. You have the longer trend of Jupiter in Scorpio to help you focus on the fun side of life, whether that’s with children, a loved one or simply enjoying more of what you love. Saturn begins a three-year tour of Capricorn and your 7th House of Relationships, which can help you realise a long-held relationship dream. Other people play a significant role in your progress this year, both at work and in your personal life. Wealth You might restructure your finances or give your banking habits an overhaul. Two retrogrades may inspire you to review and update your money habits, from budgeting to how you save and what you spend your cash on. Mercury will retrograde in Leo from July 25…

Overview Your 2018 will pull your attention inwards to help you figure out your foundations and better understand your past. With the lower half of your solar horoscope most active, you can expect internal shifts and changes in personal priorities. You might reflect on your history or upbringing or find that reminiscing helps you make sense of where you are. As you gain a fresh perspective on the big events that have shaped you, you’ll find it easier to focus on what you want moving forward. Wealth Money — why you make it and what you really want to do with it — is a huge focus this year. You have expansive Jupiter in Scorpio until November 8 to help you gain a deeper understanding about wealth and what it…

Overview A new reality dawns as Saturn settles into a three-year tour of Capricorn. You’re ready to take on a new responsibility and may want to restructure your life to better reflect new priorities. This important, oncein- 30-years cycle indicates you’re ready to evolve to a new level. You may find the strength you need to say no to people or obligations you’ve outgrown. As you adjust how you allocate your time, you’ll find that the dreams and goals that matter grow as they get more and more of your best energy and effort. With the left-hand side of your solar chart heavily activated, 2018 is a year to focus on yourself and pursue personal projects. You’re ready to make life more about what you want. The longer trend of…

Your horoscope is less likely to show what you will do in life, and more likely to show what you won’t. There are no definitive astrological signatures to show the path you will take. Instead, as Robert Hand notes in Horoscope Symbols, what you choose to do with your life is usually based on an interplay of chart themes, environmental and circumstantial opportunities and plain old free will. Career choice cannot be linked to any one planet, point or placement. This said, there are certain areas of the astrology chart that can give a clear indication. Studying the horoscopes of three well-known healers reinforces this idea. While no specific signature says a person is likely to pursue a career in health or therapy, there are certain sign and planet combinations…

The “doctrine of eternal recurrence” is a concept that was prevalent in the philosophy of Pythagoras along with thinkers in the ancient Egyptian, Indian and Aztec civilisations. Time is viewed not as linear, but cyclical. As the universal wheel of life revolves, so historical themes repeat. And, as Confucius advised, to understand the future you must examine the past. Two important planetary movements provide the key for that. One is the re-entry of Saturn into its home sign of Capricorn and realigning the status quo. Saturn enters Capricorn on December 20, 2017, and the ringed gas giant will remain here throughout 2018 and 2019. The other key movement is radical Uranus, shaking up the normally stable sign of Taurus from May 15 until November 6. These significant sign changes, combined…

The planets play an integral role in astrology. Understanding their characteristics and influence is essential to understanding their impact within your chart and in your life. I’ll introduce you to the 10 planets which form the backbone of astrology today: the five personal planets — the Sun, the Moon, Mercury, Venus and Mars — as well as the five outer planets — Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto. The Sun The Sun is the centre of our universe so it stands to reason that, in astrology, the Sun represents you within your universe. It shows the main event and your fundamental essence. The Sun is all about your core energy, identity and ego. The Sun’s place in your natal chart is an area of your life where you have natural…

Jupiter is a visionary planet that offers you a huge and expansive perspective. Jupiter helps you tap into the big picture and gives you an intuitive sense that there is an order to the universe, an order filled with meaning and purpose. Jupiter reminds you that life is no accident — that the people you meet, the places you go and the events you experience all mean something. Through Jupiter, opportunities open up the world around you and ordinary, mundane events are revealed to be blessings. When you find yourself in just the right place at just the right time, meeting just the right person, you might feel lucky or fortunate. You have Jupiter to thank in those moments. Through Jupiter, life becomes an adventure. In 2018, Jupiter travels through…

“Chakra”, in Sanskrit, literally means “wheel”. According to Ayurvedic medicine, the chakras are seven main energy centres, all located along the spine to the top or crown of the head. Each chakra corresponds to and affects the major nerve centres and organs of the body. Your chakras influence your physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual wellbeing. Because energy is in a constant state of flux, it is important to keep these energy centres balanced, aligned and open. If your chakras become blocked, energy is prevented from flowing properly throughout the body. This can cause a variety of problems on a physical and metaphysical level. Did you know, though, that there is a link between chakras and astrology? Each spinning wheel of energy is connected to a corresponding sign and planet. Yes,…

2017 October 19–22, Zion, Utah US The Art of Living and Dying, OPA Conference opaastrology.org October 19–23, Cheektowaga, New York US State of the Art Astrology Conference donnavantoen.com 2018 January 14–26, India Heaven and Earth retreat with Caroline Casey heavenandearthworkshops.com/carolineindia.html January 19–21, Melbourne Vic FAA Astrology Conference faainc.org.au/faa-conference-2018 March 22–26, Seattle, Washington US North West Astrology Conference norwac.net May 24–29, Chicago, Illinois US United Astrology Conference (UAC) uacastrology.com MONTHLY MEETINGS Many astrology organisations host monthly meetings for members and guests. Contact the following organisations to see what’s on in your area: AUSTRALIA Federation of Australian Astrologers, FAA faainc.org.au/memberassociations Tarot Guild of Australia tarotguild.org.au/tga-tarotevents- and-workshops CANADA Canadian Association for Astrological Education thecaae.com UK Faculty of Astrological Studies astrology.org.uk Astrological Lodge of London astrolodge.co.uk US Association for Astrological Networking afan.org American Federation…

Overview A preview visit of Uranus in Taurus will arrive with 2018. This longer trend begins properly in 2019, but you get a taste of what’s to come from May 15 to November 6, 2018. Uranus in Taurus can help you radically reshape your life. New talents will emerge and you’ll get in touch with a deeper, more authentic sense of self. 2018 is a transition year, where you get a taste of the future but may still need to deal with unfinished business from the past. You may be especially creative while Uranus tours Taurus from mid-May to early November. Experiment with new habits, attitudes and hobbies. You may discover a bold quality that helps you put your priorities first. While it may seem unsettling to think change is…

Overview You may embrace new opportunities or pursue a whole new way of living in 2018. With the karmic North Node in Leo until November 7, you may be ready to break with the past and more fully trust your talents, desires and big life dreams. You have serious Saturn in Capricorn to help you create structured routines and schedules and to generally keep you grounded. This longer trend, which lasts for 2018, 2019 and 2020, can help you improve your time management skills. If you feel overwhelmed at any point this year, consider doing less rather than more. Focusing on quality over quantity can help you achieve your most important priorities. Wealth With your 8th House the most active money sector in 2018, you’ll be most focused on how…

Overview Your 2018 may be groundbreaking, a year in which you blossom in exciting but almost toogood- to-be-true ways. With abundant Jupiter in Scorpio until November 8, you’ll have plenty of chances to pursue your dreams. In addition, your relationships with other people are undergoing a process of renewal and change, thanks to the new cycle of Uranus through Taurus. Add to that the dynamic impact of eclipses in Leo and Aquarius and we see the four corners or pivot points of your solar chart — and thus your life — being activated. Fast-paced progress is possible, so have a clear vision of how you want things to be; that way, when opportunities arise, you’ll know whether they’re a good fit for you or not. Wealth One of your greatest…

Overview Adjustment, transition and new freedoms are likely thanks to a dynamic combination of Mars retrograde in Aquarius and Uranus moving into Taurus. You also have two eclipses in Aquarius to inspire you to make life more meaningful. In 2018, it’s the more personal corners of your world that get a shakeup, and you may be ready to make a substantial change or two that give you new freedom. Mars will spend five months in Aquarius, which is an unusually long time. This will provide you with plenty of chances to clarify your passions or to take action about a personal dream or project. Wealth A special pattern, formed by Jupiter in Scorpio and Neptune in Pisces, can bring more meaningful work or indicate times when you may consider a…

Your whole birth chart, based upon the exact time, date and place you were born, can reveal much about your personal and professional motivations, the kind of talents you possess and the various life experiences you’re likely to have. Astrology can bring to light what lies at the heart of you — what your life’s work is really about, not simply how you choose to earn a living. It can help you select a job or hobby that reflects your innate character and key needs. Your Sun (or “star”) sign tells us about your vocation in the deeper sense: what you are “called” to do during your time on this planet. Your Sun sign describes a life journey and a way of living. Its message is not a list of…

In May 2018, Uranus will enter Taurus for the first time in 84 years. Uranus is linked to the sky while Taurus is a fixed Earth sign, so as Uranus enters Taurus, the electricity of the heavens reaches deeply into the Earth element. Earth resists; Uranus shocks. The pulse of the unfamiliar sets stones dancing — it can bring the inert back to life or send cracks jolting through your foundations. Taurus is a sign of rooting and grounding; it helps you feel at home in your body and in your life. With Uranus in this sign, wellbeing may come to mean something different than it did in the past. The mythology of Gaia Uranus brings the energy of the new and the unexpected. Earth is steady, reliable, sensible and…

Children are fun to work with. Parents and astrologers can engage children’s charts for many reasons: to track changes in appetite, plan new food experiences, and address needs for discipline, boundaries or differentiation. The chart can also show what’s most exciting and interesting for a child, as well as suitable schooling and possible interest in sports. The list goes on. The astrological lens allows you to advocate for your children and better foster the expression of their individual nature. In the growth-based framework of astrology, parents are not authoritarians but ambassadors of growth. Here, I’ll hone in on many good uses of astrology with children. Ethical issues While fun and rewarding, using astrology with children can be controversial. As a parent in our modern freewill-focused culture, you probably encourage your…

ROZANNA B OF ASTROSPARKLES Rozanna became interested in astrology from an early age and her curiosity finally got the better of her in 2005 when she started “official” study. The rest is history. After dabbling in email newsletters and client sessions, her true passion was ignited via the launch of her Facebook page, AstroSparkles, at the end of 2009. It is now home to more than 20,000 supporters and Rozanna’s alterego, Ms Sparkles, who offers her “sparklers” her love of writing, information sharing and having a good chat — not to mention the cosmos. Pretty apt for a 3rd House Gemini Sun! facebook.com/ AstroSparkles, twitter.com/Astro_Sparkles LYNN BELL Lynn Bell is a master consulting astrologer, writer, speaker and teacher. In 2016 she received the Charles Harvey award for exceptional service to…