Like making sense of a time that does not…

Like what are the ongoing effects of the influences that are beneath the surface of the New Moon @ 24 degrees Gemini which occurred on 6/14/2026 ?

It was @ 10:54 PM ESDT, to be precise.

Gemini, a Mutable Air sign ruled by Mercury. With a propensity towards curiosity pretty much about all things.

Similar to a butterfly flitting from flower to flower in its short lived life.

Pollinating the flowers, while metaphorically offering information. While even in its own way gathering information and ideas for itself, through experiences.

In this way, Gemini is the sign of the conscious mind and our cognitive mental capacities.

The Greek myth of Castor and Pollux has been affiliated with Gemini. The story being that one son, Pollux, was fathered by the God Zeus and was therefore immortal. While the other son, Castor was fathered by the Spartan King Tyndareus, who was mortal.

When Castor was killed in a feud the grieving Pollux begged Zeus to make his brother immortal. Zeus granted this wish but with the stipulation that they alternate their time between the Underworld and Mount Olympus. And so they did.

Viewing this myth from a metaphorical lens perhaps illustrates how the deeper components of Gemini get played out in present time.

As we move through our lives, awareness of the presence of splits in consciousness emerge. Through notions of thoughts and ideas that split off one for the other. So we have either/or, as opposed to both/and. Gemini’s curious nature is fascinated by duality and polarities. Rather than disavowing polarities Gemini seeks to explore them in order to gain a deeper understanding of how to work with paradox.

There appears to be a benign shift in consciousness moving in this direction. So that at this point in time there are many who are aware and many who are concerned about splits that disavow reality.

There are many concerned about the unconscious patriarchal/authoritarian split tongued duality of personalities currently occupying high offices. We are witness to how this is endangering the flow of life itself. Invoking chaos and instability resulting in significant imbalances.

However, it seems from an astrological point of view this moment in time has the potential to be about the actual reclamation of our humanity. Consciousness of this idea makes this a teaching moment. A time to gestalt the meaning of what it means to respect and honor the precious and fragile reality contained within the truth of our own mortality.

To honor and respect the limitations of our mortality as humans. To redefine these concepts as a sacred component of our laws. To do no harm.

Castor and Pollux did this by inhabiting two worlds together. In so doing without judgement they integrated the paradox of duality with honor and elegance.

So we must remember to do the same…..

The configuration of this Gemini Lunation cycle with its various configuration of harmonious Grand Minor Trines, squares and oppositions stimulates the ability to comprehend such things.

At the time of the Sun/Moon conjunction in Gemini, Mars positioned at 20 degrees Taurus conjunct Algol at 26 degrees. Both conjunct Uranus at 2 degrees who then conjunct Ceres at 7 degrees Gemini.

Here we have a dynamic unpredictable, fluctuating groundbreaking stellium. A combination of planets and signs with the potential to inspire rapidly changing impulsive actions.

At its best this combo has the potential to energize elicited fear and anger into courageous communications. To inspire creativity through charged up liberating and innovative components of Uranus in Gemini as part of the mix.

Contained within this equation we also have the sacred Feminine component of Ceres. The Goddess Ceres brings to front and center issues concerning nourishment. Nourishment that is necessary for sustainable thriving life to live. Bringing to mind that we must address the current climate crisis.

The presence of Ceres in Gemini accentuates how old paradigms and practices are currently threatening our life sustaining resources.

We can be empowered through the knowledge of some of these influences. Awareness of these planetary configurations can motivate intentional actions that serve to influence matters for the better. Specifically when we are centered and grounded in truth that is evidenced based. Particularly through the knowledge of how current events are getting played out.

Through awareness and understanding of the planetary configurations as they move through the influences of the Zodiac we understand the astrological weather. While in addition it is necessary to have knowledge of how these influences are getting played out in our daily lives. Along with learning about how specific events are getting played out nationally and globally through the reporting of brave journalists. It is through knowledge of the truth that we can be empowered to activate beneficial changes.

This stellium of Mars and Algol in Taurus conjunct Uranus/Ceres in Gemini provides the energy that can inspire a collective conscious society to bring about the shifts required.

What with Ceres in Gemini conjunct Uranus, this is a high-yielding time for discovering innovative ways of caring in terms of being humanely compassionate to ourselves and each other.

Through awareness of the integrity of values steeped in common sense sustainability we bring to bear the reality of our humanity, our mortality and the requirements for our Earthly security.

The time we are moving through as this stellium’s influence radiates out indicates that liberation is at hand. We have indications here that it is actually emerging out of necessity.

The Uranus stellium in Gemini forms a trine to Pluto retrograde at 5 degrees Aquarius which then forms a sextile to Neptune at 4 degrees Aries still widely conjunct Saturn at 13 degrees Aries.

The influence this minor Grand Trine represents is a continued theme of abrupt, sudden and inherently profound shifts. Shifts leading to breakthroughs in our perception of systems and structures along with a new understanding of spirituality, among other topics.

Ceres involved brings to bear the need to be attentive and mindful of how we actually nurture ourselves. Another reminder of what it means to be human.

This awareness emerges through the ways in which we deal with our feelings. Through the findings of significant psychological studies we are coming to know that our emotions are the key to resilience in times of challenge. Emotions are the components of sacred guidance not to be disavowed as sinful or bad.

In fact through the course of a day we can experience the full gamut of mad, sad, scared and glad. Happy and glad does not indicate the qualitative value of your worth as a person. All our feelings are guidance from our inner being to guide us towards getting our needs met. In so doing we can be a part of creating balance in our lives as well as for those around us.

For example Algol in Taurus, the Fixed Star representing Feminine rage. It’s through consciously channeling fierce rage that the survival instinct becomes activated. Providing the energy and wherewithal to participate in the decapitation of old patterns. All this as Mars in Taurus inspires the aggressive participatory energy of the warrior.

All this to say that we are moving through a moment in time where there is a propensity of grating conflicting energies that can serve to trigger releases of pent up anger. Such expression of rage can also be understood to be communications that have the potential to generate massive awakenings. These awakenings shine a light on topics of self worth, financial foundations and survival mechanisms.

We are living through a time of sweeping radical rebirth through the manifestation of extreme circumstances.

This Uranus/Gemini stellium trine to Pluto in Aquarius allows for detachment from the chaos. Opening the door to understand how to utilize sudden occurring shifts and changes in service of humanity’s profound perceptions towards long term psychological evolution. This paves the way forward towards new ways for us to connect within our society. Not as AI replacements but as human beings who value life as precious and sacred.

In addition we have the sextile to the Saturn/Neptune conjunction in Aries. This is facilitating an effortless flow of energy that serves as a catalyst. A catalyst that utilizes inventive genius to be focused into actions that support evolutionary growth.

With Saturn we have structure and discipline intertwined with Neptune’s propensity towards dreams and spirituality. So this entire configuration with the Aries influence indicates that we are in the midst of an initiation. Meaning that we are at a new beginning of understanding where valuing the meaning of our humanity among other fascinating and curious possibilities must occur.

To energize and inspire the transformation of bleak chaos and stagnation to then be redirected into the heart of the Spiritual Warrior. We are living at a time when the Spiritual Warrior can be evoked within all of us.

It’s time to glean the wisdom of lessons learned so that actions can be taken to transform our society and our global community for the better.

This harmonious Grand Minor Trine inspires actions to be taken based on accumulated knowledge. Knowledge grounded in ideals and visions that essentially are required in order to be structured and anchored into lived realities.

The Uranus in Gemini factor energizes and propels us forward through healthy individuation by utilizing creatively inspired ways to live. Original and relevant ways to innovate, nurture and support integrating long term spiritual ambitions into harmoniously congruent structures. Structures built through systems that redefine and support realized societies that are sensible, sustainable and supportive of humanity.

Venus at 1 degree Leo conjunct Jupiter at 26 degrees Cancer is widely conjunct Mercury at 18 degrees. Mercury deserves an honorable mention here as it is the ruler of the New Moon in Gemini.

This sweet dynamic yet nurturing conjunction evokes a blend of emotional warmth and expressive creativity. While at the same time the sensitively attuned Cancer influence colors our experience with the propensity to communicate with care and empathy. A much needed resource.

While Venus in Leo generates bold, dramatic, creative energy, the Jupiter conjunct Mercury in Cancer components shifts energies inward. Thus bringing to bear our understanding of the need for deep emotional security, stability and an intuitive nurturing approach to life and relationships.

Keeping in mind that at the same time this sweet stellium is in opposition to Pluto retrograde in Aquarius.

Stimulating bold creative self expression challenged by the activation of deep transformative power dynamics. In other words while being motivated to authentically express ourselves we can be confronted with the shadowy, unconscious components of ourselves.

Prior to now, perhaps we are noticing that current patterns of behavior no longer feel right or authentic. This aspect brings to mind our need to consider who we really are within the greater whole. To contemplate what is it that we are actually offering.

This is a time to reflect on and become conscious of the “trance dance” we do on an unconscious level. Who and what part of ourselves does it serve. To begin to become aware of this component of our psyche.

We all desire to be loved and we all need to be acknowledged and validated.

Transiting Pluto retrograde in Aquarius in opposition to the sweet Venus in Leo conjunct Jupiter in Cancer conjunct Mercury seeks integration. To integrate our need for attention, love and approval with the deeper dynamics of the shadow side of our insecurities and our current and karmic fears of rejection.

Through awareness, we can become familiar with the false self that has emerged to keep us safe, until it no longer does. This is a particularly good time to become aware of the motive behind the mask. Does it really allow us to have the kind of life and relationships that we really need along with the kind of life we inherently desire to live?

By exploring our experiences in this way and letting go of that which is deceptive, we embrace authenticity. It is only through the authentic lived life experience of ourselves that we can love and be loved.

This is the time to release the veil in order to be present and aligned with the truth of who you are.

This can bring about shifts in love, friendships and creative collaborations.

The retrograde Pluto in Aquarius in opposition to Venus in Leo conjunct Jupiter in Cancer conjunct Mercury, begs to ask such questions.

Such as are your relationships aligned with your highest individuality or do you find yourself making yourself small and quiet in order to fit into a group dynamic?

This configuration indicates a time for self revelation. Sometimes with the support and guidance of counsel or coaching. In a safe environment where your shadows and fears can be explored compassionately and understood. With the intention of healing and integrating the unloved, split off parts of yourself. To affirm and embody healthy selfhood.

By contrast this sweet nurturing stellium forms a square to Neptune at 4 degrees conjunct Saturn at 13 degrees Aries.

Whereupon deep emotional nurturing instincts are being challenged. This square creates a friction that is evoked through challenges that require standing on your own two feet. To stand firmly with your feet on the ground allows having the wherewithal to see through the haze of fantasies. Fantasies steeped in wishful thinking, not on the clarity of reality.

The clothing designer Liz Claiborne had an ad campaign that clearly stated, “Reality is the best fantasy.” She must have had this aspect in her natal chart. In light of this moment she is right.

This square invites us to move towards embodiment through embracing the hard work of moving through challenges. Allowing us to gestalt that indeed reality is the best fantasy.

To clearly be fully present with the challenges that are presented to us. To actually view them as opportunities.

To work with challenges that come our way where we can willingly, sometimes with needed proper guidance, take them on.

In so doing we open the door towards a life worth living.

The Gemini New Moon through the signs ~

Aries ~ As you come up against challenges and conflicts allow yourself to see, sense and experience being empowered by circumstances. In the midst of many questionable situations breathe into the awareness that an inner strength this very moment is imbuing you with. Through the power of Algol as your shield. Know you are protected. Then keep going one conscious step at a time.

Taurus ~ With your ruling planet Venus transiting through fiery, creative, fun loving Leo, enjoy the creativity of it. Keeping in mind everything in moderation. Then you can explore new possibilities for your life.

Gemini ~ ✨🌞✨Happy Solar Return, dear Gemini! It’s been a time of self discovery through the doorway of emotional healing. Still and all you might find yourself channeling your bounteous flow of ideas through a deeper intuitive part of your nature. Keep in mind as you assess your goals and plans ahead for this year to keep basing plans on more of a heartfelt gut feeling. This will get you closer to the path of attaining more of what you desire.

Cancer ~ This a time of well being brought about through the expansive transit of Jupiter through your sign. Particularly with Mercury not too far behind. Enjoy the clarity of mental breakthroughs this transit affords you. Then when Mercury stations retrograde on the 29th of June be mindful of revisioning family, home and domestic matters.

Leo ~ Enjoy the allure of Venus transiting through your sign. While at the same time minor yet significant energies are calling you towards the power of slow steady subtle growth. To focus your energies on projects that require concentration through an extended period of time. So reflect on what your ambitions are at this time. Since this is a good energetic moment to set your sights on a long term project. A project that requires patience and practical planning. These are qualities inherent to your sign. This is a time to build your confidence from this place of slow steady movement forward.

Virgo ~ Perhaps you are aware of feeling softened by Mercury, your ruling planet transiting through Cancer. Perhaps you are motivated to have a good heart to heart talk with someone. To deal with clearing the air on old past issues. If not, to utilize these sensitive energies to go inward and paint, sculpt, write, dance, play music or whatever medium your heart desires. Whatever you decide upon allow it to serve to bring you back to your heart and soul.

Libra ~ A time of transformation as your ruling planet Venus transits through vibrant, dramatic Leo. In its opposition to Pluto in Aquarius you might be experiencing power dynamics coming to a head in relationships. Through the revelation of hidden truths you could also experience an evolution of your core sense of self. This is a time to learn how to manage relationship desires and control issues in a healthy way. To enjoy your ability to love and be loved in a fulfilling way for you and your partner.

Scorpio ~ As you continue moving through a period of intense psychological metamorphosis. As indicated by challenges that question your sense of self identity and your life direction. Let it go. Allow yourself to shed old habits. Let go of the trance dance of power dynamics. It is time to allow yourself to emerge through the joy of your true authentic being.

Sagittarius ~ On and on your expansive vibrant energy continues on. Albeit you might be finding yourself being called to task by your ruling planet Jupiter transiting through sensitive, stabilizing Cancer. So your desire for growth and exploration is challenged by the Jupiter in Cancer requirement for you to focus inward. To consider your roots, your family and your emotional foundation. Consider this time to be a fascinating challenge where you can find that sense of wonder, optimism and expansive growth through nurturing yourself and those close to you.

Capricorn ~ As you move through a challenging bunch of components that are challenging your Capricorn drive for structure. You might find yourself in a quandary as you are also feeling a need for emotional security. In light of this moment of challenging t-square energies, do not over extend yourself. Take stock of your energy reserves, so you maintain balance and good health. Allow yourself to emotionally assess your needs even as you take steps towards your long term goals. Then take a beat, take a breath to reflect on how you, yourself ultimately define success. Let go of the Capricorn trance dance of success. Allow yourself to feel into what brings you most satisfaction. That is your success.

Aquarius ~ A time of breakthroughs via personal awakening brought to you by Uranus, one of your ruling planets transiting through Gemini. While Pluto retrograde, planet of transformation transits through your sign which then fosters deep empowering psychological breakthroughs. However it is a time to turn inward to process and integrate your personal power silently.The combo of Uranus in Gemini trine to retrograde Pluto in Aquarius on your natal Sun imbues you with mental brilliance that harmoniously is in synch with your inner resolve. All this and more as you are still figuring out how to take care of all the necessary itty-bitty yet totally necessary mundane components of life. More about that for next time. At which time with full disclosure, your Aquarian sistah will have it all figured it out in her own life!

Pisces ~ This is a time of learning how to blend the dreamy boundary-dissolving components of your Sun in Pisces with the fierce pioneering energy of Aries. All this as Neptune, your ruling planet transits through Aries.While transiting Venus in Leo trine to transiting Neptune in Aries evokes an ability within you to blend your core identity with inspired creativity, romantic idealism and spiritual awakening.

Well there it is.

I hope this is helpful, insightful and inspiring.

For a deeper dive into your horoscope chart please contact me, Pamela, via email @

lotus77fullbloom@icloud.com

Thank you

Love,

Pamela

The New Moon at 25 degrees conjunct the Sun in Taurus occurred on May 16, 2026 @ 4:01 PM ESDT…..

A dynamically packed declaration of new beginnings imbued with the influence of Ceres @ 25 degrees Taurus followed by the Moon conjunct the Sun.

Nourishment being a significant theme.

The Moon conjunct the Sun in Taurus is about stability, consistency and perseverance.

Finances, our values and self esteem pertains to Taurus, as well.

This New Moon in Taurus included the influence of Ceres. Ceres, being a dwarfed planet that resides in the main asteroid belt located between Mars and Jupiter. She is named for the Goddess of Grain, the harvest and motherly relationships. With Ceres involved, this Taurus New Moon echoed topics pertaining to agriculture.

The Sun conjunct the Moon conjunct the dwarfed planet Ceres, in Taurus bearing down on the moment of new beginnings. Carrying with her influence the significant need for the necessary conscious awareness required to bring into focus issues concerning the manifestation of nature’s bounty.

Food and nourishment attained through the grounded fecund rhythmicity of respect for Mother Earth herself. It was, still is and always will be a critical component of life, specifically at this moment. Being made manifest through the global Climate Crisis. But it goes much deeper than that.

Mirroring the interesting times we are living in we have the Fixed Star Algol @ 26 degrees Taurus who follows Ceres and the Moon and Sun in Taurus.

There is much to say about this legendary and intriguing celestial body. It represents a symbol of powerful, turbulent energies.

It is based on the myth of Medusa who lived as a beautiful Oracle Goddess. Medusa was caught by Pallas Athena making love in one of her Temples. This infuriated and enraged Pallas Athena who, I imagine felt betrayed and disrespected by one of her own.

Athena’s rage and fury born of vengeful and calculated control cursed Medusa by turning her into a hideous being. A monstrous gorgon with snakes hissing and writhing from her head. Turning anyone who came to gaze upon her into stone.

However, as so many people were being turned to stone, Pallas Athena realized, this would not do. Hence, in the wisdom of her concern fueled by a bit of mercy commissioned Perseus to chop off Medusa’s snake infested head.

They collaborated with a strategy that consisted of Athena supplying Perseus with a sword along with a shield that served as a mirror. This way he would not have to gaze at Medusa directly but rather indirectly through the shield. Enabling his safety while being in Medusa’s presence.

As Medusa’s head was severed from her body, two streams of blood poured from her dismantled body. Manifesting as her children. Apparently having gotten pregnant through Poseidon.

One stream became Chryasaor, who wielded a golden sword and became the God of Discrimination. While the other stream of blood became Pegasus the Winged Horse God of Creativity.

This story symbolizes how the process of transformation gets played out through the myth and symbol of Medusa. Medusa, being the beautiful eternal goddess whose consciousness remained, albeit she was contained within the embodiment of the unfathomable monster

Perseus then gave Medusa’s severed head to Athena as a gift. Athena then utilized it as a weapon.

Such an interesting symbolic metaphor that begs a question on an existential level. A helpful question, being that when we are in the thick of circumstances and situations that are challenging; are you in front of Medusa’s head, which grips you with fear and turns you to stone, or are you behind Medusa’s head, therefore holding power. Keep in mind real true power is about the healthy embodiment of self empowerment. We are empowered and enlightened when we are aware of the connection we have with each other. Alone. Together. And together alone.

Perhaps Algol’s influence can be understood as tragedy transformed into a symbol of; magic, protection and power. Through conscious awareness we rise again, we transform and we are able to find a new purpose.

In this way Algol’s influence is that through crisis we have the power to make choices that includes taking care of one’s “head”. “Head” meaning the psychological and spiritual well being that comes from deep inner work. With its endpoint being healthy emotional and mental integration.

In so doing Algol’s energy can be harnessed to effectively free one’s self from limiting patterns. To then move forward into one’s life with the authentic embodiment of one’s full potential.

The resource and possibility inherent in this placement, when it is consciously dealt with, fosters self empowerment. Once you realize that the hideous trauma is no longer your reality, you are free. This then brings about the self awareness required for conscious decision making and moving forward with your life.

Following Algol in this Taurus New Moon stellium was Mercury at 28 degrees Taurus conjunct Uranus at 1 degree Gemini.

Mercury @ 28 degrees Taurus indicates a reclamation of our mind in terms of our way of thinking. A sense of mastery and understanding even conjunct the intimidating power of Algol. Still having the capacity to hold one’s own with a clear understanding of what really matters.

Yet again being tested once again by Uranus’s 1 degree presence in Gemini. Uranus in Gemini stimulates electrifying amplification of thoughts and ideas. So we are in the midst of learning about our mind, our thoughts and how to communicate them.

Through the energizing power of Uranus in Gemini we are moving from a 200 year cycle.

We are moving out of the influence of Earth cycles whose emphasis centered on perceptions of the physical material realm. Shifting towards an emphasis on Air and Fire planets moving slowly through the Zodiac.

With Air emphasis we are moving more quickly through flowing waves of life that nourishes our thoughts. Still and all acknowledging and integrating the value of the material world with its emphasis on mundane necessities.

To be utilized by a healthy ego, in the psychological sense of the word. A healthy ego being the part of our being that helps us function. Ego being aka Mission Control.

(The topics of Narcissistic and Borderline personality disorder do not describe people with big egos. That is a grave misunderstanding that is part of the paradigm , I imagine and hope we are leaving behind.)

We are shifting into an evolution of consciousness influenced by Outer Planetary shifts from predominantly Earth to a predominance of Fire and Air. From a 200 year cycle steeped in dense material Earth signs where the influence was towards industriousness and material accumulation.

However, in December 2020, the alignment began to shift. Now the emphasis is both Fire and Air. Air energy brings intellect, curiosity and connectivity. Fire energy brings courage, inspiration and motivation. These influences through conscious awareness of their energies serve as catalysts.

Thereby providing the drive to take risks, break stagnation brought about by obsolete paradigms. This is the way forward towards pioneering new paths.

Meanwhile, that New Moon in Taurus on the 16th of May, indicated the beginning of the reception of new ideas. However, the slow moving energy of Taurus made us reflect on our understanding of what is appropriate to impart and share with others and/or to keep within the realms of the inner sanctum of our mind.

The stellium’s significance was magnified through its connection to the Minor Grand trine. This included the trine Uranus in Gemini formed to Pluto retrograde in Aquarius at 5 degrees. Whilst Pluto retrograde’s sextile to Saturn conjunct Neptune in Aries at 10 degrees and 3 degrees respectively. Bringing it back home to the sextile Uranus in Gemini forms within the New Moon Stellium.

Uranus @ 1 degree Aquarius trine to Pluto retrograde @ 5 degrees Aquarius elicits a conundrum through a harmonious flow of disruption and transformation. All in service of bringing awareness to that which is stale, obsolete and no longer useful.

It seems that only through disruptions and crisis that the metamorphosis needed to bring about new systems and structures can occur.

As shifts slowly come into being through ideas creatively scripted via the sextile of Uranus in Gemini conjunct the New Moon stellium trine to Pluto retrograde in Aquarius sextile to Neptune 3 degrees Aries conjunct Saturn @ 10 degrees Aries.

This luscious sextile at the apex of this harmonious Minor Grand Trine imparts the spark of dynamic creative insights required to keep the transformative energies going.

As Khalil Gibran in his writing in the Prophet says, “Life and all that lives, is conceived in the mist and not in the crystal. And who knows but a crystal is mist in decay.”

While Eris conjuncts Chiron conjunct Mars at 28 degrees Aries forms a t-square to Jupiter in Cancer and Pluto retrograde in Aquarius.

This bit of tension evokes inner struggles contained through integrating fighting for one’s individuality in order to establish one’s identity. Even as the influence of “the Wounded Healer” evokes the memory of past wounds during moments that appear to be perceived as falling short. Bringing up feelings of self doubt.

While the square to Jupiter in Cancer expands awareness of one’s emotional needs. Another conundrum to be navigated. Even through feeling inhibited by insecurities concerning basic human needs and inner natural life force impulses. Seeking some sense of stability and safety through the Cancer influence.

The Jupiter influence expands the challenge to not overcompensate by either over extending one’s self out of obligation. In the other direction, one must be mindful of not lashing out in defensive reaction to a real or imagined feeling. This can get triggered when emotional safety appears to be compromised.

The challenge comes to completion as the square to Pluto retrograde in Aquarius elicits the need for structural transformation.

It is only through the awareness of how power dynamics come into play that we can formulate the corrective healthier use of such energies.

To then utilize the knowledge of the dynamics of power play to transform and channel towards constructive uses of such energies in order to serve the process of collective evolution.

This gets illustrated via stale dehumanizing ideologies that must be named, acknowledged and released.

As we continue we can experience a paradox; torn between fighting for one’s personal immediate desires while being mindful about serving a larger collective purpose.

However, it’s through the tension and stress of these paradoxical dilemmas that the door opens to light the way towards being able to process and heal old wounds.

This then releases the vitality and confidence required to be empowered to take action.

Being on a path where healthy empowered individuals can reclaim their independence through acknowledging and becoming conscious of their own vulnerabilities and pain.

These are the ways we begin to “ humanize the narcissistic style”.

Self reclamation of the shadow and light is the beginning of the evolution of humanity.

Let us keep on……

There was a New Moon at 28 degrees Capricorn on 1/18/2026

@ 2:51 PM EST

The configurations formed by the New Moon at 28 degrees Capricorn on the 18th of January evoked deeply penetrating patterns of medieval paradigms. Allowing us to become aware of ideas and beliefs that need to be transformed.

To be witness to blatant displays of needless cruelty and violence opens our eyes enough to ask significant questions. Is this the world we want to live in? Does violence, cruelty and murder allow for a healthier community, society and country?

The profoundly intense moment we are living through requires our ability to ask these questions for the purpose of our evolution.

Awareness of the current planetary influences supports the changes required for transformation towards adaptation and development.

We are living at such a time where recalibration is needed as we reflect on the ways in which we live. This is a time of shifting ideas. Shifts in consciousness coming about through many people opening their eyes and becoming aware of themselves in relationship to the world around them.

We have been experiencing challenges to established structures since 2022. So that now in 2026 we are better able to summon up appropriate innovate ways to join in and communicate with others about these things.

Current planetary influences have the capacity to inspire these shifts in consciousness.

As we become witness to old paradigms being displayed it becomes clear that the old macho “might makes right” is just NOT the way.

We are required to evolve out of that as the Nuclear Clock edges closer and closer to midnight.

As Pluto makes its way through Aquarius the need to develop spiritually beyond our technology is the transformational task at hand.

Our technology is far more advanced than our development as a psychologically fit and spiritually developed humanity is.

However, it is through understanding and the implementation of skillful means and compassion that we have the ability to humanize the components of narcissism that we all share on one end of the continuum or another. This is the era where we must become humans who are connected to our humanity.

To be aware of this dilemma as it gets played out in various ways contains the wisdom needed to bring us back from the precipice we find ourselves currently standing at the edge of.

The New Moon in Capricorn on 1/18/2026 was the beginning of another new cycle. It was constellated with 6 personal planets. Personal planets are the ones that orbit closest to the Earth.

This stellium of personal planets had been conjunct via somber steady Capricorn towards the innovative brilliance of Aquarius. Of note, Pluto in Aquarius contained within this stellium inspires the transformative energies that inspires the changes needed. Pluto in Aquarius tearing down while making room to revision something better. Pluto in Aquarius with its propensity towards liberation, innovation and evolution.

The Sun conjunct the Moon in Capricorn evokes the discipline and perseverance needed to hold our lives together as we move through the shifting sands of this moment in time. Capricorn offers the stability required to make way for the evolutionary shifts that we are in the midst of.

Beginning with Mars at 26 degrees Capricorn, actively, and willfully encouraging while pushing activities passionately motivated by the life force itself.

The story continues through Mars conjunct Mercury conjunct the Sun/Moon conjunction at 28 degrees Capricorn emphasizing the importance of communication. Interpersonal as well as public communication of information and ideas.

The power of communication is a very necessary resource since we are in the midst of birthing new understandings into consciousness. Gotta talk about it, discuss and dialogue with those we agree with as well as those we do not.

While the shadow of crazy is getting played out we are also in the midst of wondrous explorations of innovative concepts.

This is a mandatory fascination as we continue on within the struggle. The current conundrums we find ourselves in demands the presence of heart and soul as we learn how to reclaim our humanity.

What with the influence of Venus at 1 degree Aquarius conjunct Pluto at 3 degrees Aquarius. Motivating a desired choice to look through the lens of partnerships that seek balance, peace, harmony and safety through respecting laws designed for that very reason.

All this while in the midst of learning to dance with the devil himself in the form of Pluto in Aquarius.

With Venus up close and personal to Pluto we have the potential power to redirect misguided tendencies. Specifically via the stellium in Capricorn which can serve to bring reality along. Thus reminding us of the much needed and required checks and balances of the laws ultimately designed to keep us safe. With dignity and justice for all.

This is a moment where the Mercurial resource of communication and information must remain involved. Particularly as Venus elicits its love of laws that values the restoration of balance, harmony and stability. To be brought about through cohesive partnerships and relationships in response to diplomatic communication.

* It is important to acknowledge that the astrological configurations don’t do the work.

We do.

Astrology is a wonderful tool utilized to serve to inform us of the influences. But it’s always up to all us as to how we will work with them.

The New Moon Capricorn/Aquarius stellium dynamically formed a creative energetic sextile to the Saturn/Neptune conjunction in Pisces at 27 and 29 degrees respectively.

This has the capacity to stimulate an integration of grounded ambition towards amending existing structures in order to improve the quality of life for all. Even as we are in the midst of so much dissolution.

Even so, the Neptune/Saturn Pisces component evokes a dare to dream attitude. The sextile to Mars, Mercury, Sun and Pluto elicits the power and energy to do it.

The energy of this moment must be utilized to acknowledge our dreams, wishes, desires and goals. How we want our lives to look.

To ask ourselves what kind of world do we want to live in?

The astrological symphony continues as the Saturn/Neptune conjunction forms a sextile to Uranus in Taurus at 27 degrees. This stimulating connection serves to further ignite a creative spark of harmony that has the capacity to cause breakthrough shifts in consciousness.

Lawless people in positions of power who carry outmoded paradigms. Shamelessly baring their unmasked, naked and quite unsavory arrogant intentions made known for we the people to bear witness to and comprehend.

To work to be free from such nonsense.

With the comprehension that this is part of the process out of which new relevant systems and structures are birthed.

The profound completion of this Minor Grand Trine is constellated as Uranus in Taurus brings it all together. This it does through its ongoing trine to Pluto in Aquarius joined by the Sun/Moon conjunction within the Capricorn stellium. The Universe is working towards harmonious interconnection.

It’s as if we are receiving a memo from the Universe encouraging us to keep going. No matter how bizarre, dark or bleak things may appear.We must continue on with cognitive awareness, wisdom, grace and strength.

We must continue on in order to facilitate this breath of life. Through the depths of despair transformed into the outrage needed that sparks hope and faith into actions that thrusts movement forward once again towards a more perfect Union.

Through insisting on upholding laws that move towards justice and inclusion. We are being called to recalibrate our collective understanding in order to uphold our humanity.

The Tibetan Buddhists refer to a concept of the basic goodness contained in all beings. This phenomenon could be inspired by the influence of Jupiter retrograde in Cancer forming a trine to the Saturn/Neptune conjunction in Pisces. Another rare planetary occurrence at this time.

Within the benign harmonious flow of the watery element of these three planets interacting sweetly in the midst of upheaval there emerges the propensity to elicit compassion and understanding.

Opening the mind and heart to new ideas. Ideas and concepts relevant to this seriously penetrating moment we are moving through.

Opening us up to insightful visions that inspires the creation of systems and concepts that has the capacity to carry the intention of bringing into being long held dreams of a sustainable and spiritually aligned reality.

This transit marks this time as a period of deep introspection, intuitive growth, and the ability to turn visionary ideals into stable reality.

Stabilized sustainability contained within evidenced based reality are the operative words

Through the mind expansive nurturing qualities of Jupiter aligned with the reality checking nature of Saturn and the transcendent guidance of Neptune. This is a rare and precious gem of a moment indeed. Even amidst all the crazy.

This is a reflective, soulful turning point. We are moving through a stage of evolution where we have the propensity to learn that by taking the time to focus on consistent, gentle and caring actions we can bring into being a comprehensive harmonic balance. A respectful calm connection to ourselves and awareness of the world around us.

The Capricorn New Moon on the 18th had some down-to-Earth spicy challenges as well.

Talking about retrograde Jupiter in Cancer being in opposition to Mars conjunct Mercury within the Capricorn stellium.

This opposition inspires us to reassess our lives. To review, revision and reconsider how well integrated our work/career and public life is with our inner needs and our home life. Or how it is not.

The dilemma is how to find the balance between home, safety and comfort versus achieving, sharing and contributing out in the world.

To integrate the healing, comfort and safety of home with the vibrant experience of creating work that is effective and helpful while at the same time striving towards accomplishment.

This opposition brings to mind the need to integrate systems and structures based on life rhythms.

This is an energy that has the potential to evoke an inner struggle between caring for yourself over achieving in the world.

How do you integrate these two necessary components of living which are the ultimate keys to a well lived life?

This influence serves to force clarity through the experience of this dilemma. Bringing our awareness towards a new understanding that allows for some sort of resolution and integration of these two significantly opposing components.

It is helpful to keep in mind that this period actually began in November 2025 and will continue until March 2026. This is the retrograde Jupiter in Cancer influence. People with strong Cancer placements or Capricorn placements are experiencing this transit most profoundly.

Its influence compels reflection and review about family matters along with issues concerning housing and emotional safety.

The best way forward with this influence when feeling frustrated, annoyed or anxious is to pause and take a beat.

Feelings of frustration, anxiety and anger are NOT fun. However they are triggered by our very own inner guidance. Guidance in the form of the experience of our fears and insecurities. These uncomfortable sentiments actually contain insights, clues and guidance needed in order to proceed.

Through mindful meditation, breath work and self reflection sensible solutions emerge.

The benefit of this period in the midst of favorable aspects is to take a moment for yourself.

Even as we are in the midst of many other new influences being configured on the horizon.

The mantra of this moment is patience, perseverance and continual consistent practice.

To keep going.

This moment moving forward is an invitation to stop, look and listen. To feel into the experience of our inner being in relationship to our interactions with the world around us.

A well lived life begins with systems and structures that emerge from the integrity of our own experience of being alive. To have the wherewithal to know that our integrity, health, well being and dignity is supported by the parameters of our emotional, psychological and spiritual body.

Therefore let us keep on, keep on, keep on, keep on…..

Apologies for not including my insights and impression through the signs.They will be included in the Full Moon in Leo post I look forward to publishing by February 1st.

For a deeper dive into your horoscope and some seriously good life coaching, I am available for readings via Zoom and/or FaceTime.

Please contact me,Pamela @ lotus77fullbloom@icloud.com

Thank you.

Love, ♥️

Pamela