The Forecast for Friday, 1 October 2021

Friday is governed by Venus. Below are its corresponding energies as well as the current transit chart for the witch’s perusal. ~  et incipit magia

Magickal focus:  Venus, compassion, love, harmony, attracting a partner, partnership issues, female sexuality, fertility, healing, friendship

Time

• Dawn – healing, new beginnings, study, purification
• Noon – strength, opportunity, success, protection, wealth
• Sunset – letting go, release
• Night – spirituality, aligning with Spirit, healing, dreamwork, visions

Favorable/Unfavorable for Magick: excellent – Further recommendations and a look at the rest of the week are both available here.

Correspondences

• Element – Water
• Color – Green, rose
• Crystal – Turquoise, lapis lazuli, beryl, rose quartz, coral
• Resin – sandalwood, ambergris, musk, orris root
• Herbs – apple, rose, myrtle, bugloss (alkanet), burdock, feverfew, lilac, marshmallow, vervain, valerian, thyme, coriander, pears, elder, pomegranate, passionflower, raspberry, strawberry, blackberry, vanilla, yarrow, violet, plantain

Numerology

• Life Path – 7 – this describes a solitary life path or destiny involving study, spiritual pursuits, and developing a specialty
• Day – 1 – new beginnings, wholeness, unity, creativity
• Challenges – taking a self-determined path, and balancing responsibility with personal time

Rune Divination: Ehwaz, Tiwaz, and Isa comprise today’s rune divination where we align in Source presence to understand who we are to each other. Tiwaz, visually involves Kenaz and Isa, and together this rune of the Norse god, Tyr, represents the spiritual warrior within that sets the example for others to follow. Isa represents the Norn rune of the static realm or present moment and suggests that we possess the will to align our focus in higher self awareness so that we avoid an egoic response. Ehwaz expresses the flow of Spirit with Laguz forward and reversed indicating that we flow together aligning the self with the other side of self, in fundamental unity with all.

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Lunar position: The Moon in Leo – A sextile between The Moon in Leo and The Sun in Libra reinforces your desire to enjoy time spent with close friends or family. Set some ground rules regarding precautions if others from outside your immediate environment share in the festivities so that all are protected and then have some fun! Refer to the current Esoteric Influences for more information regarding today’s influences.

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Significant Aspects or patterns that may inspire or inform magickal workings

T-Square

• The Moon/Vesta/Saturn R – you may experience feelings of abandonment by close partners and you may benefit from a focus on routine or on healing rituals such as meditation or trance work to calm and bring balance to your emotions
• Mercury R/Pluto R/Eris R – with Mercury in retrograde you’ll need to avoid overreaction so that you express yourself in a calm, reasoned manner that respects the input of others.
• Juno/Pallas R/Ceres – there may be more going on than you realize as issues arise that surround your response to the emotional needs of others, and it may become necessary to reevaluate your overall understanding of the situation so that you respond with compassion instead of judgment.

Thor’s Hammer

• Mercury R/Pluto R/Lilith – although interactions with close partners or family members could devolve into chaos today, your instincts tell you that this is also a transformative moment where great healing can happen. Choose compassion and refrain from judgment.
• The Moon/Vesta/Neptune R – suggests difficulty with concentrating or focus on daily rituals that involve work or well-being

3 Point Stellium

• The Sun/Vulcan/Mars suggests the inner strength is there to set your own course from Higher self awareness

Additional Aspects (Goddess planets, Lilith, Nodes, and Ascendant aspects follow in their own categories)

• The Sun (12th/Libra) semisquare Venus (2nd/Scorpio) – you may find relating to others impacted today with self-confidence less than usual
• The Sun (12th/Libra) conjunct Mars (12th/Libra) – you have plenty of energy today which can backfire if impulse control is lacking
• The Sun (12th/Libra) trine Saturn (4th/Aquarius R) – self-confidence is generally good today as is a practical approach to your responsibilities
• The Sun (12th/Libra opposite Chiron (6th/Aries R) – early childhood trauma or woundings prevent you from asserting yourself with strength and resolve and reflection is necessary so that you achieve a greater understanding of your perceptions and choices
• Mercury (1st/Libra R) trine Jupiter (4th/Aquarius R) – your ideas have a positive impact on a wide variety of people
• Mercury (1st/Libra R) square Pluto (4th/Capricorn R) – you may struggle with remaining calm and balanced today and you may become obsessive in your thinking and self-expression.
• Venus (2nd/Scorpio) square Jupiter (4th/Aquarius R) – you may lack perseverance today in the face of challenges reinforced by a focus on your own desires
• Venus (2nd/Scorpio) sextile Pluto (4th/Capricorn R) – you have a strong need for reciprocity surrounding commitment to close partners
• Mars (12th/Libra) opposite Chiron (6th/Aries R) – your perspective may be experiencing ongoing change and you may benefit from outside support.

Goddess-oriented Planetary/Fixed Star Aspects

• Mercury (1st/Libra R) opposite Eris (7th/Aries R) – your intellectual expression seems to be at odds with self-assertion today which may result in some difficulty with understanding the bigger picture
• Mercury (1st/Libra R) conjunct Arcturus at 20°Sc11 suggests the need for another approach
• Mercury (1st/Libra R) conjunct Spica at 24°Li08 indicates the potential is there for brilliance
• Mars (12th/Libra) trine Ceres (8th/Gemini) – there may be a tendency to over-nurture others today
• Saturn (4th/Aquarius) square Vesta (1st/Scorpio) – focusing on essential tasks or your health and well-being may be impacted today
• Neptune (5th/Pisces R) sesquisquare Vesta (1st/Scorpio) – suggests a tendency to daydream instead of focusing on the task at hand
• Uranus (8th/Taurus R) sextile Pallas (5th/Pisces R) – indicates an unconventional approach may be valuable today
• Pluto (4th/Capricorn R) square Eris (7th/Aries R) – describing potential hidden agendas by others, or inner woundings that may impact self-mastery
• Chiron (6th/Aries R) parallel Bellatrix at +06°22′ suggests that mastery and success can be found through the shadow side of self
• Pallas (5th/Pisces R) square Ceres (8th/Gemini) – suggests a new strategy may be needed when nurturing others

The Ascendant: Libra – a masculine, cardinal sign that suggests an individual who is concerned about others, initiates or takes action, and prefers harmony over conflict. At times, Libra individuals can rely too much on the reactions from others and can be indecisive, weighing out each side of a situation to the point of making no decision at all. A sextile with Juno indicates that achieving status and recognition is important.

Black Moon Lilith: 8th House/Gemini — Interactions will flow smoothly while Lilith is in Gemini as long as you listen to the input from others. That said, in the 8th House of transformation, death/rebirth, intimacy/sexuality this may be challenging with Lilith’s darker side potentially resistant to new experiences with others. Ideally, you need to accept the wild child within, respect your intuition and perception, while balancing discernment with engaging respectfully with others. This applies to work situations as well and the need to stay focused and keep your competitive attitude under control. The way through such transformation is to focus on compassion and nurturing relationships with both self and others. Aspects include The Sun, Mars, Saturn R, Pluto R, Ceres, Eris R, North/South Nodes

Node influences: N Node – Gemini; S Node – Sagittarius describes the need for self-control and a focus on a spiritual perspective. The challenge involves understanding the viewpoints of others as well as expressing your own in a helpful and respectful manner. The Sun in aspect with the North Node suggests that you live up to your true potential.

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Lunar Phase: Waning; 3rd Quarter; New on 6 Oct 2021 at 4:06 AM PDT at 13°Li24

Mansion of the Moon: 10th – Algebha (The Forehead) – 25°Cn42′; neck/forehead of Leo; fosters love and compassion, assists in defeating enemies, and strengthens structures

Retrograde: Mercury – this is a time for observation in lieu of reaction as well as issues involving communication in all forms including electronics. Avoid signing contracts during this time; Jupiter – inner reflection is warranted, centering on discovering inner truth; Neptune – discernment is a factor in this retrograde where you look within to determine truth from fiction and arrive at a more realistic understanding of the truths that surround you; Saturn – reassess boundaries and how your structure your life; Pluto – inner transformation is favored; Pallas – reassess your overall understanding of situations and observe patterns as they unfold; Chiron – reflect on inner woundings, apply their message, and then move on; Eris – time to explore and reevaluate your expression of feminine power to maximize your potential; Uranus – indicates a focus on esoteric studies and original thought.

Upcoming retrogrades to be aware of: Ceres (10 Oct – 12°Gem08′). Planets leaving retrograde: Jupiter (19 Oct – 22°Aq19); Saturn (12 Oct – 06°Aq52); Pluto (7 Oct – 24°Cp18); Pallas (9 Nov – 09°Pi03′)

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Polarity: The masculine polarity is strongest today.

Elemental Influence: Elemental Air (intellect, reason, justice, interaction) provides the strongest influence with Water (emotions, compassion, empathy) and Fire (will, creativity, motivation) next in strength and in balance with each other. Earth (material concerns, physical presence) is having the least impact today.

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Ray Influences: The 1st, 3rd, 5th, and 7th Rays have shifted in strength with will and power (1st), and a reliance on fundamental knowledge (5th) increasing, while adaptability to new ideas and shared truth (3rd) along with balancing lower ego expression with higher self awareness (7th) are both decreasing. However, none of the changes will likely have a significant impact on self-expression today.

The medium strength of the 1st Ray of will and power suggests that expressions of pride or arrogance are still a concern today resulting in the need to control others. Or, conversely, it could indicate that the will to assert oneself isn’t as strong as it could be. The 2nd Ray’s lower strength indicates a decrease in love and wisdom bringing it in balance with the continued low impact of the 6th Ray’s effect on devotion to idealism or ideology.

The decreased strength of the 2nd Ray signals a lack of empathy toward others. The 6th Ray’s reduced strength suggests a lack of impulse control could be present with the risk still there for fanaticism and/or manipulation from the agendas of others.

In conjunction with the decreased impact of the 2nd Ray, the 3rd Ray of active intelligence’s strength signals a concern that a self-driven agenda instead of an outcome that is based on harmony and the preservation of a shared values may be influencing.

The 5th Ray of concrete knowledge and science is having a stronger influence on our mindset and decisions, but with the lower impact of the 4th Ray of harmony through conflict, arriving at a shared truth may still prove challenging.

Overall, the 7th Ray’s impact on balancing higher self with ego suggests that awareness of the greater picture is decreasing somewhat which may resonate with or impact self-expression and decisions.

• 1st (will/power) – medium impact (increasing) – creativity and inspiration increases today as do motivation and self-assertion
• 2nd (love/wisdom) – significantly low impact – the impact on extending unconditional love, compassion, and understanding has decreased significantly today
• 3rd (active intelligence) – very strong impact (decreasing slightly) – adaptability to new ideas as well as overall understanding remains very strong today
• 4th (harmony through conflict) – low impact – signals that cooperative efforts and understanding cause and effect are still challenging today and mediation may still be difficult to achieve
• 5th (concrete knowledge and science) – low/medium impact (increasing) – suggests that the impact of scientific knowledge is having a decreased impact on our mindset and decisions with a narrow minded or prideful viewpoint likely
• 6th (devotion/idealism) – very low impact – The 6th Ray of devotion and idealism is typically kept in check by a strong 2nd Ray influence. Too much ideology or too much devotion affects our ability to view our experiences or beliefs in a realistic manner. Today’s significantly low impact suggests that devotion to personal ideology may be less or may be changing
• 7th (ceremonial order/magick) – medium impact (decreasing) – the ability to balance the lower ego expression with higher self awareness has lessened somewhat today

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References

• Erickson, Jan. Herbal Magicka. 2021
• Erickson, Jan. Witch Notes. Kindle. 2019.  
• Erickson, Jan. Shifting Perception. Draft2Digital. 2020.