The Ascendant, Rays, Nodes, and Strong Aspects Influencing 13-19 March 2022
Ray Influences
The effect of the seven cosmic Rays essentially impacts the soul/ego balance at any given moment. As the Rays move through the universe and ultimately reach each individual, they color (or influence) our perceptions and behavior. If we perceive our experiences from a soul perspective, then our overall perspective resonates from a higher vibration; whereas, if we react from the standpoint of ego, our resonance becomes lower and more reactive.
The 1st Ray of will and power continues its moderate influence on the ability to assert oneself this week in a trustworthy manner and with integrity.
The 2nd Ray of love and wisdom continues to remain moderately strong over the week influencing one’s ability to act with love, empathy, and wisdom, and in balance with the 6th Ray of devotion and idealism it suggests that wisdom and love should have a balancing influence on expressions of ideology and fundamentalist devotion over the week.
As with last week, the 3rd Ray of active intelligence’s moderate impact suggests that instinct and adaptability to change remain relatively stable throughout the week.
The significantly reduced impact of the 4th Ray of harmony through conflict suggests that the willingness to cooperate with others to find solutions will likely be challenging throughout the week. Even with the disciplined or logical approach to seeking truth of the 5th Ray exerting a much stronger impact, achieving a shared agreement with others may still be difficult.
Overall, the average 7th Ray influence on ceremonial order continues throughout the week suggests that depending upon whether higher awareness or ego awareness governs this Ray’s expression, a narrow-minded attitude may be overshadowed by one that is more practical in nature.
The Ascendant
Aries – a masculine sign, Aries individuals are motivated and self-reliant. They take initiative and love a challenge. Aries individuals act with purpose and prefer to chart their own course. Impulse control can be a factor and it may affect self-discipline with risky behavior possible.
Aspects:
- The Moon trine The Ascendant ~ compassion and empathy for others are strong and they appreciate your support (3/14)
- Chiron conjunct The Ascendant ~ You prefer deep relationships with others and spirituality factors into everything you do (3/14-16)
- Pallas conjunct The Ascendant ~ you recognize overall patterns which assist you in solving problems and challenges (3/14-16)
Node Influences
N Node: Taurus; S Node: Scorpio – a transformative combination that describes strong emotions that can lead to expressions of victimhood, and the need for a focus on a spiritual perspective that views the behavior of others as a window into one’s own issues. The challenge involves forgiving the self for judging others. With this placement, we also know what we value or desire, however, how difficult that is to achieve depends upon the balance we strike.
Aspects:
- The Moon trine the South Node ~ your receptive presence draws opportunities to you (3/13)
- The Sun trine the South Node ~ the lessons of the past open doors into the future and increase your potential for success (3/14-17)
- Neptune trine the South Node ~ you tend to rely on intuition more than established facts (3/19)
Planetary Aspects with a Strong Impact
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The Sun ~ 12th House/Pisces (2/19-28, 3/1-19) ~ a talented, sensitive, and imaginative person who prefers solitude or a supportive role
Your creativity and spirituality are strong, and you’re searching for inner meaning. Sun conjunct Neptune (3/10-15)
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The Moon ~ 5th House/Cancer ~ your inner child infuses your creativity and you enjoy nurturing others (3/13); 5th House/Leo ~ you enjoy having fun with others and you love spending time with family, particularly the children in your life (3/14-15); 6th House/Virgo ~ you’re focused on managing both your health and daily routine (3/16-17); 6th House/Libra ~ health issues may motivate you to step away from the chaos of the day to regain your balance (3/18-19)
- Moon opposite Pluto ~ relationships tend to be filled with drama and you find achieving balance challenging (3/13)
- Moon square Uranus ~ you’re coming to terms with your unique and individual nature (3/14)
- Moon trine Chiron ~ your insight and compassion for the pain of others provides comfort and support (3/14)
- Moon trine Pallas ~ your intuition is guiding you toward reevaluating a situation (3/14)
- Moon opposite Saturn ~ it’s a struggle to drop resistance to feeling supported by others (3/15)
- Moon trine The Midheaven ~ your direction in life includes having a positive impact on others (3/16)
- Moon opposite Jupiter ~ motivation may be less today and your expectations may be unrealistic (3/17)
- Moon trine Vesta ~ your wellbeing is in focus and you may benefit from meditation or yoga to regain your balance (3/18)
- Moon quincunx Mercury ~ your emotions may impact any decisions you make today (3/19)
- Moon trine Juno ~ you derive support from family members today (3/19)
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Mercury ~ 12th House/Pisces ~ intuition increases as does creative thinking; psychic awareness may be enhanced (3/13-19)
Choose your words carefully so that you express compassion instead of judgment. On Friday, self-expression increases, and you freely share your ideas with others. Mercury square Ceres (3/13-15); Moon conjunct Jupiter (3/19)
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Venus ~ 11th House/Aquarius ~ you enjoy relationships that foster innovation and out-of-the-box thinking (3/13-19)
Although you respect individual differences and enjoy a lively give and take with others, sometimes your expectations can be too great, not only of others but also yourself and drama can be the result. Your home and family provide a strong sense of well-being and as a result, you express compassion and understanding to others. On Thursday, you may experience the need to set your own course independent of your partner. Venus conjunct Mars (2/13-28; 3/1-18); Venus square Uranus (3/17-19); Venus trine Ceres (3/11-17)
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Mars ~ 11th House/Aquarius ~ you look for innovative ways to express yourself within a group setting (3/13-19)
You feel a strong motivation to nurture others. Mars trine Ceres (3/13-19)
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Saturn ~ 11th House/Aquarius ~ although you collaborate well with others, you may be hesitant to engage with individuals you know well or trust (3/13-19)
You seek a partner that provides you with security and respect. (3/19)
Chiron ~ 1st House/Aries ~ You’re dealing with ongoing emotional trauma with rejection from others a typical experience (3/13-15); 12th House Aries ~ trauma-based wounds and the pain you experience can impact self-assertion and insight gained can provide an impetus for healing for others (3/16-19)
Childhood wounds may hold you back from reaching your potential and a new strategy may be needed. Chiron conjunct Pallas (3/8-19)
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Retrograde Planets – none
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References
- Erickson, Jan. Witch Notes. Kindle. 2019.
- Erickson, Jan. Shifting Perception. Draft2Digital. 2020.
- Erickson. Jan. Magick and the Aligned Witch. Kindle.
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