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Astrology for February 2004 by Susan Heinz, Astrologer

The wheel of life turns and in it’s turning we are given an opportunity to find balance between the forces, drives and compulsions in life. It is through this balancing that we are able to move beyond patterns and pierce through into new possibilities, new discoveries and creations.

2004 continues to give us an opportunity for creating new foundations for ourselves, individually and collectively, based on the quality of consciousness of each individual and how we hold that consciousness within relationship with each other. (Saturn in Cancer trines Uranus in Pisces) We are in a collective initiation. Can we hold a level of consciousness together that honors a new vision of humanity? Can we allow the truth to be seen without polarizing against others?

The truth is that the old paradigm of force, domination-over will not hold anymore. The old paradigm said “the masses cannot distill truth, so lets amplify and manipulate with false stories and glamour what we use force for.”

Saturn in Cancer is about concerns and fears of security and the pressures to secure foundations based on the past. On another level, Saturn in Cancer is about each person taking time to contemplate and to attune to the deep intelligence that flows through all of us. With Saturn in Cancer we must honor silence and attune to a deeper matrix of being and from there allow ourselves to be guided. Healing is possible if we are willing to see the truth of how our habituated patterns limit our possibilities of being. It is time to bring in lightness of being in the face of great polarities. It is our lightness, truth, love and courage that weaves the bridge over troubled waters into transformation.

With Saturn on the USA Sun, we feel constriction of abundance. As always with Saturn we are asked to look deeply at the values and past actions that have brought us to this situation, for Saturn is the planet of Karma.

The numerology of 2004 says we are in a six vibration this year. The keywords for this vibration are Vision and Acceptance, accepting what is, while still maintaining the quality of feeling and consciousness of vision. We are challenged to stay conscious in extremes of polarity and through that to create unity, our primary ground of being, our humanity.

In 2004 Venus retrogrades in Gemini (bringing up the 6 theme). Last time Venus retrograded in Gemini was in 1996. This slows us down to review and contemplate diplomacy, our relationships, our values, our relation to materialism, comfort, and the arts. In the USA from April to June, issues of deception and truth will come forward.

With Uranus in Pisces, it’s stimulating energy creates movement in mass consciousness, awakening sleeping complexes that have been unconsciously driving them. Our opportunity is to perceive ourselves in new ways, transforming the symbols in the collective psyche around fear and victimization. We are moving through an energetic field that propels us into creating earthquakes in mass consciousness, cracking and breaking old foundations, providing choice for new support systems.

Because Pluto is now opposing the USA Mars and enters the last part of Sagittarius we will see fierce competition in political races. We will see a continuation of the scouring of organizations for truth. If we continue in our use of force we will be challenged by obstacles and world -wide opposition.

In the month of Aquarius the full moon in Leo takes place on Feb 6, aligning with Neptune. Be aware of issues of boundaries in relationship, the veiling of truth and increased spirituality. Mars moves into Taurus, on the 3rd and the momentum shifts into more practical and steady progress, Venus moves into Aries and highlights trying new ways to relate.
The new moon in Pisces takes place on Feb 20th aligned with the revolutionary and liberating planet Uranus. Watch for unexpected events to upset the status quo.

Twelve Opportunities:

Aries:You are slowing down from last months pace and intensity. Reassessment of money and your talents and resources leads to beneficial results. There is refinement and much attention to work and the things you want to accomplish. You are working to manifest a dream.

Taurus: This is the month of steady progress for you. You are coming into a time of fulfillment on many levels. You are aligning change with stability, creativity and abundance. Quality quiet time allows many insights.

Gemini: The month may begin with heated communications, so watch the energy in relationships. Later there will be a strong spiritual and creative energy. You are in a potent transformative period. Try to stay fluid and be aware of your feelings.

Cancer: You are experiencing serious considerations of who you are and where you are going. Don’t look back at missed opportunities but move forward with conscious intention. Assess the positive rather than the negative. This is your opportunity.

Leo: There is enjoyment in relationships and partnerships. You feel possibilities. You feel an awakening happening. This is a month of inspiration and creativity, of feeling love.

Virgo: This is a productive month for you. You feel that you can continue to move into new areas in your life with success. Trust yourself. For positive results contemplate your desire and how to nurture it. Watch unexpected situations in relationship.

Libra: This month highlights your creative expression. In business transactions it is better to proceed with thorough and careful attention even though there may be much enthusiasm. There are practical matters you need to attend to before moving into the coming transition.

Scorpio: There is a call to reflect deeply with your feeling, dreaming, self, at home. Pay attention to your dreams, their tone and messages. An insight will be revealed and then you take up your power to express your purpose.

Sagittarius: Let the full moon be a time of reverie and complete enjoyment. Situations and relationships that have seemed polarized are now coming to meet each other. An understanding and alignment is taking place. There are new places to go.

Capricorn: You have a new idea from which a creation comes. The best way through February is to hold an inner stillness as you watch friends and partners move through different reactions. Know what you are feeling but don’t loose patience. Positive results will follow.

Aquarius: This month reflects back to you some of the results from the growth and changes you’ve set in motion. If you practice this well being in the practical circumstances of your day, a new level of prosperity will be yours. You are feeling your strength and power of your potential. Keep on track.

Pisces: This month continues your experience of deep, profound change in your life. You attune to the creative and inspiration forces on a daily basis. Be fluid. Be daring. Be willing. Your heart is opening and you experience much love.

Susan Heinz is a professional astrologer & teacher in Santa Cruz for 20 years. She brings together traditional & esoteric astrology, Indian Vedic astrology, tarot and Qabalah in her integration of astrological wisdom. For info on her astrology classes and personal consultations, call 831 476-5787.

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