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Your gifts and talents are not handed to you by accident. They are gifts to yourself and the world. They are meant to be shared. Is there a hobby or talent you’ve never shared with anyone that you’d like to make more than something enjoyed at leisure? Don’t be shy or hide it away. Share that idea. Consider how to make it a reality. It could lead to emotional fulfillment.

Ace of Pentacles: New Venture. Opportunity. Prosperity.
4 of Pentacles: Conservation. Frugal. Keeping Close to the Chest.
9 of Cups: Luxury. Emotional fulfillment. Abundance.

Deck Used: Golden Thread Tarot

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Seek to balance your emotions and harness strength. All the unknowns are illuminated and out in the open. Start making plans to take action. Move forward boldly and with confidence, even if you’re unsure. The outcome is positive and you’re headed in the right direction.

The Emporer: Control. Authority. Structure
2 of Wands: Planning. Plotting. Make Decisions.
The Sun: Success. Joy. Knowledge Gained From Experience.

Bottom of the Deck- Strength: Standing Firm. Compassion. Bravery.

Deck Used: Golden Thread Tarot

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The Sun entered the sun sign of Sagittarius on Thanksgiving proceeding the Full Moon in Gemini in the wee hours of November 23rd. This full moon also has aspects to Neptune and Jupiter. The full moon also coincides with Mercury Retrograde that began November 16th. The energy around this moon will be heavy and conflicting.  The air is filled with celebration along with deep and dark undertones. You may feel pulled in multiple directions, however, momentum forward will feel imminent.  Use this momentum to act in an intentional and deliberate way.

Sagittarius is an adventurous sign all about exploring and starting something new.  Ready for a new project? Ready to start a new phase of your life? This energy will be the driver. Sagittarius is full of fiery passion and energy. However, Sagittarius is infamous for acting first and thinking later. Be cautious to control impulsive actions or words. Harnessing this go-getter passion will help in achieving any unfinished plans for the year.

Gemini is a master communicator that loves to discuss and dissect ideas. Engage in conversation. Use wit and humor to connect with others and share your ideas. Gemini also holds an energy of duality. The light and shadow side.  The yin and the yang. Your attributes and shortcomings will come into the spotlight during this moon. Accepting the darkness is crucial to shining bright.  You cannot have darkness without light or light without darkness. Gemini will push us on using dark and light energy and how those forces play together.

Neptune is a planet about spirituality, the mysterious and what we cannot see. It is the element of unpredictability. Neptune loves to break down illusion and surprise us with what we do not wish to see. It can also push us to look into deeper meaning and purpose.

Jupiter is a giving, compassionate, and charitable planet.  Jupiter is often seen as a planet of good fortune and luck.  Jupiter can bring in happy and unanticipated blessings. In the holiday season, Jupiter can help facilitate fun and engaging interactions with others.

Mercury in Retrograde will have an affect on this energy. Mercury retro is infamous for bringing around problems with communication, travel, and technology.  Mercury will also push us to get organized and get to planning big moves. Mercury also encourages us to listen to our intuition and look into the deeper message behind words communicated.

Sagittarius energy will have the biggest impact on this moon energy.  Let the drive  of Sagittarius propel you into speaking up and getting to work. Even though it may feel like you need to rush headlong into a new investment or prospect, make sure to be careful and deliberate.  Re-read, double check, and get the details.  Duality will also be a big theme with this moon. Embrace your duality and accept the duality in your awareness.  Play your strengths, accept your weaknesses. Let the communicator of Gemini allow us to bring out what needs to be exposed in the light.  Let truth shine and dispel illusion.  Pay attention. Ask questions. Dig deeper. With an energy of celebration, be charitable and lay down heavy burdens. Be open to what knocks on your door and listen to your intuition.

 

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A new passion, spark, or idea is on the forefront. Yet, you’re holding yourself back. You’re stalling to make a decision or act. Are you contimplating something that is underhanded? Is there something you’re just not seeing? Does something seem off? The energy of the hanged man can speak of self sacrifice and martyrdom. Are you possibly holding yourself up?

Page of Wands: New Spark. Passion. Idea. Childlike Excitement and Wonder.

The Hanged Man: Stall. Holdup. Martyrdom.

5 of Swords: Win at all costs. Unbridled ambition. Sneaky.

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The world is at your fingertips. It’s time to celebrate. You’ve put in the work. Abundance and security are here. Don’t let dissapointment or sadness over what didn’t work out cloud all the goodness right in front of you. Some cups might have spilled over, but there are cups that remain, and those cups runneth over.

Deck Used: Golden Thread Tarot

King of Pentacles: Abundance. Security. Financial Success.
The World: Fulfillment. Success. Celebration.
5 of cups: Dissapointment. Grief. Loss.

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On November 16, 2018, Mercury will go retrograde for the the third time this year.  For the astrology enthusiast, this may elicit an annoyed eye roll. Another complicated planetary aspect? Yes, indeed.

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This retrograde season will last about three weeks. When a planet goes retro it means it appears to be moving backwards due to its change in orbit around the sun.  The timing could not be worse with the impending holiday season. Mercury Retrograde is an infamous astrological event marked with misunderstandings, miscommunications, botched travel plans, technology on the fritz and the past coming back to haunt us.

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Mercury will go retro in the sign of Sagittarius. Sagittarius is a fire sign that is blunt and can be tactless.  Saggies can have a fiery temper and initiate conflicts. You may find yourself being more outspoken and speaking your true feelings. Your challenge may be to think before speaking to prevent any strife that this retro season can already create.

This retrograde coincides with Uranus and Neptune also currently in retrograde.  Uranus is a planet of shake-ups and rebellion.  An area of our lives where we are stuck and need to be taking action may come to the surface. It can add to the confusion of Mercury by adding a hint of unpredictability. Neptune is also in retrograde. Neptune represents spiritual changes, dreams, and breaking down illusion. This energy coinciding with Uranus and Mercury in can expose where we may be diluting ourselves and an unexpected event could create conflict that hides a deeper lesson in its resolution.

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It would be lovely to go into a cave for the next three weeks and ignore the outside world. Unfortunately, that is not reality for most. During this retrograde season, it is best to think before speaking, re-read contracts before signing them, forgo any major purchases, listen to your intuition as the meaning of words can be lost, get creative and avoid making any assumptions. If an old lover comes knocking, pay attention before leaping into their arms. All may not be as it seems.

 

 

 

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Dont be discouraged by set backs and defeat. Buckle down, trust your inner guidance to navigate the next steps. Remember, emperors run empires. Harness that energy to take action so you can bounce back.

The Chariot: Swift Action. Direction. Willpower.

The Emporer: Father. Business Owner. Authority. Structure.

10 of Swords: Deep Hurt. Betrayal. Defeat.

Bottom of The Deck- The High Priestess: Inner knowing. Guidance. Intuition.

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If you happen to catch the clock at 11:11, do you make a wish?

Tomorrow is November 11, 2018, when broken down equals 11:11:11. 11 is a master number. In numerology, 11 represents intuition, manifestation and awakening. Many believe seeing 11:11 on the clock is an auspicious sign or signifies the presence of spirit.

A hundred years ago, November 11, 1918,  the first major world conflict came to an end, WWI. It is also Veterans Day where we honor and celebrate those that have served in times of war.  This anniversary is fortuitous of what many in the spiritual community believe will be a historic event for mankind. It is believed that many people will awaken, truth will come to light, and a shift of consciousness will occur. It is believed to be a gateway to end pain and suffering. A portal will open where the physical and spiritual world will align.

Whether you believe in any spiritual significance to 11:11, tomorrow marks a time to let go of unhealthy relationships, behaviors and patterns.  Tomorrow also marks a time to begin on a new journey, and to take steps in fulfilling your dreams. It is time to become aligned with your life purpose.  Tomorrow is a day to ponder greater love in the world where the chains of war, conflict, addiction and pain can dissolve. It is a day to align mind, body, and soul.

A global mediation movement is taking place at 11:11 in the morning and evening. Take a few moments to ground yourself and set intentions on what you wish to bring into your life and what you wish to let go of. It is time to hit the reset button for peace clarity.

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Being stuck at a crossroads or faced with difficult decisions might compel you to go with the traditional approach. The urge to conform to what is expected of you may be strong. Is that really the best course? Is that what will lead to the best result? Organize your thoughts. Analyze your options. Act with what is true to your soul. Don’t be afraid to dissapoint others. This is your life to live and no one else’s.

2 of Swords: Crossroads. Impasse. Choices.
Queen of Swords: Analytical. Fierce. Organized. Knows what she wants.
Heirophant: Morality. Tradition. Conformity. Ethos.

Deck Used: Golden Thread Tarot Deck

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We will enter a new moon phase in the zodiac sign of Scorpio on November 7, 2018.  The new moon marks the end of one moon cycle and the start of a new moon cycle.  The energy created when the dark side of the moon is visible creates a burst of energy and spark. New and fresh ideas come to the forefront.  It is a time to plant seeds and embark on new beginnings. With the new moon being in Scorpio and other aspects, this will be one of the most intense new moons of the year.

Scorpio is a water sign with emotions that run deep. Scorpio is mysterious, intuitive and seeks deeper understanding. This energy will wake you up, poking and prodding at your soft and tender spots. What is really the deeper meaning behind your actions? What is really going on in your awareness and reality?

The moon will have an interesting aspect to star Zubenelgenubi which is a fixed star in the Libra constellation. It is named for an Arabic Prince that represents justice. This energy can bring about accusations, conflict, illness, and disappointments.  It can bring about situations where justice is needed and where karmic debts need to be paid.

Neptune also has an aspect to this moon. Neptune can bring about an energy of forgiveness and compassion. This energy will make us ponder ethos, faith and spirituality.

Other aspects to this moon are with Pluto and Venus trine to Mars. Pluto will play on the Neptune energy deepening compassion and contemplation of spirituality. Pluto’s influence can expose truth and where you need forgiveness. The Venus trine to Mars increases a desire for companionship, socializing, and sexual desire. It will create feelings of closeness not limited to romantic relationships.

In summation, this is a deep and spiritual moon. With the aspect to star Zubenelgenubi bringing in possible conflict or disappointments, Neptune and Pluto can bring in a softness to this energy to help ease these woes; providing forgiveness. The Venus to Mars trine can bring us closer to people in our lives through resolving conflict. The moon can highlight what your individual role is in the grander scheme of the universe. Of course there is a darker side to these energies. Feelings of insecurity, self doubt and uncomfortable self awareness will be present. It is up to you whether to harness the positive aspects of the energy or let it bog you down.

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