Seeking the Red Leaves of Autumn
Sun and Mercury are now both in Scorpio, sign of the nine personality tests. With Mercury in Scorpio, we are cautioned to use language for the good and not for destructive or evil purposes. We are to bring forth Goodwill in our thinking and language. In this choice, we become the eagle in Scorpio, and not the scorpion. The eagle is always supportive, helping humanity in their transitions. Eagle has very sharp eyes, focused on objectivity, seeing the large picture between heaven and earth, between air and water. The eagle is patient, has an inner brilliance, can swoop into the heavens and down into the waters. Eagle is loyal to its mate, often the one who feeds the eaglets, tending the offspring with care and attention.
Scorpio is the sign of in-depth thinking, the Ancient Mysteries, of Persephone and Pluto and the underworld – psychological and spiritual, hidden and sheltered. Scorpio is the “flaming sword” protecting the Tree of Knowledge (of Desire), from which the serpent plucked the apple offered to Eve (feminine mental plane). Scorpio is the sign and color of red pomegranates, the orange of persimmons and tangerine, the scent of pineapple guavas. Autumn offers us warm red-yellow-orange pigmentations, having captured the sunlight of summer for one last burst of color before winter. In Japan, there is an autumn practice called momijigari, the hunting and contemplation upon red leaves. Red, too is a Scorpio color.
Next Sunday, November 21, the Sun leaves Scorpio and enters Sagittarius. Disciples begin their sojourn with the Sagittarius teachers, who prepare disciples for Initiation in Capricorn. Thanksgiving follows (Nov. 25).
ARIES: A shift is occurring, a threshold almost crossed, new realities and new responsibilities appear along with new creative work. You emerge from your foundations and face the Sun, hidden behind Scorpio waters. Although not a Scorpio you and the sign of discipleship share the influence of Mars and Mercury. So you are in the same family. Both have work to do that’s transformative. The key is communication. Use it for Goodwill, for knowledge, to dispense intelligence. Use it to uplift.
TAURUS: There seems to be no rest and each day provides new challenges. Sometimes your back hurts, sometimes your head, knees, ankles. Each is ruled by a sign. Don’t let your heart hurt though, even if things seem somewhat dismal and dreary – especially concern weather or finances. Help arrives in the form of unusual events especially as you continue your intentions for assisting all aspects and endeavors of humanity. We join you in morning meditation.
GEMINI: The energies impel you to share information, offer more praise of others and identify your creativity. It seems that you bridge (a Rainbow Bridge, the Antakarana, a bridge between form and Soul, the building of which is Gemini’s purpose) here and there in many and various ways, opening the minds of others to see a new light, a new day, a new path ahead. Although you may not understand how, you are blessed. We bless you.
CANCER: How are your finances these days? Are you tending to resources for yourself and/or others? It’s most important that you focus time and energy upon your own needs so you can be strong in all ways for the times ahead. It may be your concerns have deepened for family and children. This will continue until your focus shifts toward how and what you create. You are very creative. Balance and harmony appear when you focus on your natural gifts.
LEO: Mars is in Scorpio in your communication house. You may feel a bit impatient, angry or aggressive. It’s important to be in the sun each day, morning and evening. It’s important to plant a winter garden with fall and winter greens. Each time you create, a new identity actually emerges through your creations. You may feel dramatic, exaggerated, and embellished, desire a more glamorous and stylish approach while also hiding away. We’ll still see you.
VIRGO: Sharing with loved ones is most important at this time. Venus is in your house of thinking, talking, communicating. Help others understand you better by speaking with precision and clarity. Venus rules concrete science and knowledge. It also brings all that is separate together. Are you experiencing one or more of the Scorpio/ Mars tests? Observe daily challenges. Seek out true intentions. Use communication for goodness.
LIBRA: Some Libras may be wondering about their relationship. Of what value is it, they are asking? Do I love enough, they wonder? Tie up all unresolved work situations. Tend to discrete money and finance issues from long ago. Release relationships not good or kind financially and work situations that are not respectful. A new world begins in the weeks to come, and it continues to unfold the next two and a half years. Remember the e.e.cummings words – “be of love (a little) more careful than of everything.”
SCORPIO: For a while you become more hidden, mysterious and complex. Others understand you less and that’s good because you have important work to do, part of which is the deep inner work of self-identification. This happens yearly around this time when the Sun is in Scorpio. You dip into deep dark waters to renew yourself and emerge only when comfort calls. Your communication for the next year becomes even more potent. Some will understand this. Tell them you are Pluto searching for Persephone.
SAGITTARIUS: Communication is and will be the theme this month and next. For you, communication along with your mind and thoughts has greatly expanded. Your spiritual world has grown and expanded. Is there a wound taking its time to heal? What are your present aspirations? Sometimes hopes are nebulous and uncertain. Which is better than harsh, fearful, piercing and sharp thoughts. What is hope for you? Family is most important. Travel in spring.
CAPRICORN: Structure your money in careful ways in the coming month(s). Purchase essentials. Tend to debts immediately, paying more than minimum on credit cards. Consider purchasing silver to back your dollars, keeping your money safe. A good source for coins is the Money Changer (the-moneychanger.com). They are intelligent, reliable, trustworthy and a source of invaluable monetary information. The value of the dollar is changing.
AQUARIUS: You may be seeking love, or if already in love, seeking a closer connection. Remember that making contact, true and kind and good, releases love. Can you make that type of contact? You’re also seeking new information for more balance and the Right Relations your heart longs for. Have the intention to love at all times. Use no harsh or critical words. Also always have the intention to understand. Aquarius often bypasses understanding and leaps into the Rain Cloud of Knowable Things.
PISCES: There will be daily increased work and responsibilities. You’ll summon your abilities to maintain health and strength in order to meet all needs and expectations. You also might need to catch up on studies and contacts with family put off since summer. Do you also need new shoes and a new bed? I heard you need a new car. Relationships have been restrictive, money’s been perplexing, and change has been ceaseless. Who listens to you? Visualize a warm pool outside your home. In a warm climate. Someday….
Risa – writer, teacher, psychological-spiritual counselor, mentor, astrologer, esotericist. Founder & Director, The Esoteric & Astrological Studies & Research Institute, a contemporary Wisdom School for the Ageless Wisdom teachings. The foundations of the Teachings are the study & application of Astrology & the Seven Rays.
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