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Astrology Update Newsletter - June 7, 2002

Practical Guidance with a Spiritual Perspective
by Marcia Sacks

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Table of Contents:

*Forecast
* Astrology Resources:
* Local Scene:
-----Classes & Events:
---NCGR-Trining Your Squares
---Kriya Yoga Satsang
---Creativity Connection
*Beginner's Corner

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JUNE 8, 2002 - MERCURY DIRECT - 1 GEMINI
JUNE 10, 2002 - SOLAR ECLIPSE - 19 GEMINI 54 - 6:46 PM CDT 

Although May 25th was the last of the exact oppositions of Saturn and Pluto, this Solar Eclipse conjuncts Saturn and opposes Pluto to trigger it once again forming a huge lineup of planets in the Gemini-Sagittarius
polarity.    Eclipses bring change, but also activate the other
planetary aspects they connect with.  Externally, we see the world in a state of tension, opponents lined up along borders ready to strike with deadly force.  Even as we pray for peaceful resolution of these conflicts, it's important to look within.  Where are we defensive emotionally?  Where are we aggressive emotionally?  Who do we see as our opponents or enemies?  Can we find another way of looking at these inner situations?  And can we have the peace, patience, and presence of mind to reflect for a few days before taking action?

The Saturn-Pluto opposition is almost over.  Several clients have called in the past week or so deeply depressed and discouraged.  One of the best things astrology can tell you is that these difficult cycles don't last forever.  By the end of June, many of the situations that have made you feel like you're spinning your wheels will begin to dissipate.  For those of you who have continued to work hard over the last year and a half despite scarce results, the second half of 2002 will bring the rewards. 

JUNE 21 - SUMMER SOLSTICE - 8:25 AM CDT

The balance symbolized by the equal hours of day and night, makes the Summer Solstice an excellent time for beginning a new meditation practice. 

JUNE 24, 2002 - LUNAR ECLIPSE - 3 CAPRICORN 11 - 4:42 PM CDT

Wait a minute!  Didn't we have a lunar eclipse last month?  Yes.  And we have one again.  Just part of the moon's natural orbit  which occasionally provides us with two partial eclipses rather than one total one.  This eclipse emphasizes the Capricorn/Cancer polarity, the pull between family issues and work responsibilities.  The Moon conjunct Chiron may offer opportunities for healing via reflection on forgiving and letting go of the past.

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In the future:

7-10-2  New Moon - 18 Cancer 
7-24-02  Full Moon - 1 Aquarius

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Professional Astrological Services with Marcia Sacks:
personal and business forecasting * relationship compatibility * karmic/past-life/spiritual growth 
(847) 882-3315
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ASTROLOGY RESOURCES

Lots of astrology articles at Inner Self Magazine: http://www.innerself.com/Astrology/index.shtml

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LOCAL SCENE:

Kriya Yoga Satsang: A Meditation Circle
with Marcia Sacks, Swami K. Adinadananda

Satsang is the Sanskrit word for fellowship, a gathering of like-minded souls.  These evening gatherings will include chanting, silent meditation, and a talk on  spiritual living and our inner journey. 

June 20 (3rd Thursday of the month) at 7:30 p.m.  (Love
offering requested).  1595 Fairfield Lane, Hoffman Estates, IL   Please
call 847-882-3315 or email marcia@marciasacks.com if you will be attending

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TRINING YOUR SQUARES:  The Astrology of Success
A workshop with Marcia Sacks for the Northern Illinois Chapter of the National Council for Geocosmic Research, Wednesday, June 19, 2002, 7:30 p.m. , The Dance Building, 1330 Webford, DesPlaines, IL, $8 members, $11 non-members (contact Lisa Hagenbuch, President l.hagenbuch@attbi.com

Are you achieving your life goals?  Let's take a look at your natal and karmic horoscope --  aspects, retrogrades and interceptions  -- and see what's blocking you.  Techniques for balancing and transmuting these energy patterns will be discussed.  Your own horoscopes and charts of self-made millionaires will be used for examples. 
 

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To have Marcia speak at your group, club or convention on "Astrology for Success," "Relax and Rebalance with Meditation," or "Inner Work for Self-Healing" call 847-882-3315 or email marcia@marciasacks.com

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If you're looking for holistic practitioners in the far NW suburbs, the Holistic Arts & Health Alliance member directory is at: http://www.marciasacks.com/HAHA-HealthFair-members.html

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The May issue of Inward Adventure is online at: 
http://www.marciasacks.com/inward-adventure.htm

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BEGINNER'S CORNER

CYCLES

Astrology is all about cycles.  These cycles are defined by the astronomical movement of the planets as viewed from earth.  The sun moves through the twelve signs of the zodiac each year.  The moon moves through the twelve signs of the zodiac every 28 days.  Saturn's cycle is 28 years.  The Uranus cycle is over 80 years.  The point of know the cycles is that you can calculate them years, decades or centuries in advance.  This is the basis of predictive astrology.

Using predictive astrology for yourself means knowing the cycles -- not just what is approaching but to look back at the patterns of the past. Combining your personal history with the planetary cycles will deepen your knowledge of astrology.

There are two ways to do this.  The first is to make a list of all the important events in your life and the dates (for example, meeting your spouse and marriage date, births of children, beginning a new job and/or the date you got laid off, deaths in the family, great successes, significant illnesses).  Then check the transits and progressions to your natal chart for those dates. 

The other way is to take the outer planets (Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto) and, using an ephemeris or your astrology program, go back and list all the hard aspects (conjunction, square & opposition) and think about your past, what occurred around those dates.

Here's an example:  Normally, an astrologer might predict lack of money when transiting Saturn squares natal Venus.  A college student I was talking to recently noted that every time Saturn squared his Venus he got a new job.  He received money (Venus) for time (Saturn) by applying energy (square).  When he was finishing his semester and needed a summer job, he was able to predict he would find something because Saturn was squaring Venus again (and he did!).

The whole point of knowing your cycles from the past, is to be prepared for the future.  When we can see a cycle approaching and understand the type of situations that occurred in the past, we can make some wise decisions about using or handling that energy.  As the saying goes, "Those who don't learn from the past are doomed to repeat it."  If you know you get in a big fight with family every time transiting Mars conjuncts  natal Moon, you can look ahead to the next one and begin to visualize yourself in the same situation but being surrounded by an aura of peace (or just simply make a firm decision not to respond no matter how many times 'the fight button' is pushed). 

Forecasting in astrology is not about making amazing predictions.  It's about knowing yourself and creating a more positive and successful future.

If you have questions about this article or topics for future "Beginner's Corner" just email me at astrology@marciasacks.com

(c) 2002 Marcia M. Sacks

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karmic/past-life/spiritual growth

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