Forecast for Friday 25 June 2010

Friday 25 June 2010

*Patience*

It must be hard for some of you to believe in the Bright Hermetic Epoch, extending to the end of July, considering the difficulties you are probably having. That is because of the Grand Square which is very persistent, involving four slow-moving planets. As the sun and Mercury move away from it---gradually, making an escape early in July (during the first two weeks of that month), it will no longer be a Grand Square but a T square, and that will relieve some of the pressure. Right now, the Grand Square, also called a Grand Cross, might feel somewhat like a crucifixion. It is not surprising that President Obama's rating in the polls has reached its lowest. Whoever might be President at this time, regardless of party or policy, would be facing the same decline in popularity, because no human being could lift the Grand Cross from the heavens.

This is not to say that human beings are not responsible for the Afghan mess, or the Gulf of Mexico mess, or the immigration mess, or the financial regulation mess. They are, and not the stars; but the heavenly setup is a crucial (note how that word is related to "cross") test. None of us can pass it with flying colors. Which is why the Christian doctrine that we cannot be saved by our own efforts, skills or virtues is correct. We need Divine Grace, and those who didn't believe that before may be brought to their knees until they do.

Therefore, I am very humble about these reports at this time. I felt, today, as if I ought to say nothing; give up. Throwing in the towel is a temptation at such a time. It appears that that is what General McChrystal did, since he certainly must have known what would happen when he approved (as he did) that article for publication. I do not blame him, or anyone; nor the President, nor anyone; we are all fallible and, when it comes down to it, frail. The greatest hero needs to slump into slumber every day if he is not to lose his strength. (General McChrystal had reduced his to four hours a day, which might have been part of his problem.) Here, I can only say things which might (or might not) help. It's tough for all of us.

Friday does not reduce the pressures. It is not an easy day. If you sail through it happily, thank the Supreme Lord (and perhaps the lucky stars in your own horoscope) because most of us are being tested up to the limits of our endurance.

And I hope that knowledge will help you, by showing you that whatever you are going through is not necessarily all your fault, but part of the bigger imbroglio the human race is struggling with.

One brighter light in all this is Neptune's trine with Mercury. Reading the Scriptures (whatever your religion) is strong and effective medicine. A half hour or hour of that might be worth more than anything else you could do at a time like this.

Another good aspect is the sun's sextile with Mars from Cancer to Virgo. Putting order in things around you is therapeutic. Organizing or cleaning the home, shop, kitchen, office, bathroom, garage or workshop is tantamount to putting harmony into one's body and mind.

It's a little too early for some of the larger plans you have in mind. I usually don't say that during a Bright Epoch, but today is the center of the |difficult or troubling third of the week|. You can work at what is basic, but postpone what is more ambitious or harder to implement.

Financial gains are more a matter of hope than reality for now. Patience!

Partnership or marriage is caught up on misunderstandings and differences in methods. There is separation because of work, health or obligations.

Travel plans might be inspiring to think about, but not ready to grasp directly.

Your career may seem on hold. You can maintain but not advance it.

Something you can do at home which is therapeutic, such as exercise, could be helpful. Or the ordinary tasks already recommended.

It is not impossible to have some happy times with companions, as long as you are easy-going on them and don't expect too much. Age difference may be significant but not an obstacle.

The Full Moon arrives during the wee hours of Saturday. This makes for heightened consciousness and spiritual insight. Your trust in people may be at a low point, as well as your get-up-and-go, so meditative pursuits could be your best recourse.

{Friday} *Patience*

Cosmic Piper