EXPLORING THE DEEP // SCORPIO NEW MOON 2019
SCORPIO NEW MOON ~ 4 DEGREES OF SCORPIO // SUNDAY OCTOBER 27, 2019 ~ 8:38PM PST
Sun & Moon at 4 degrees Scorpio
New moon opposite Uranus at 4 degrees Taurus
Mars square Saturn 15 degrees Libra / Capricorn
Scorpio is like the undercurrent of a big wave: you don’t know how deep and how powerful it is or how easily it could wipe you out. But it’s this undercurrent that churns the entire sea and conjures the momentum for powerful transformation. The progression of this month could bring up several phases of growth for you ~ you could feel like the powerful belly of the wave, the unfortunate swimmer caught in it, the rocky shore shaped by the forces, or the vast and wild sea itself in all of her glory and violence. This Scorpio New Moon cycle is a dip into the wild unknown and a preview to the entire season ahead, which includes the final Mercury Retrograde period of 2019.
Creating the circumstances for evolution requires a deep, investigative eye and a flexibility to accept and adapt to sudden changes and revelations. Quantum leaps are possible, but lasting shifts happen when there are conditions to sustain them and when we’ve allowed ourselves the space to feel what we may have forgotten. This New Moon is opposite Uranus in Taurus, disrupting our patterns and making the work that we’re meant to focus on much more clear.
May you approach this passage of time thoughtful, flexible and open to adapt to the mystery and the unseen messages and insights guiding you through.
TRUSTING IN THE PROCESS OF TRANSFORMATION
There are three archetypal forms commonly used to describe Scorpio and its mystery. These forms can be useful in your inquiry ~ where are you in your process of review and transformation?
The first is The Scorpion. This is the aspect of us that is deeply aware, yet hiding in the dark or beneath the surface. It doesn’t want others to see it, and sometimes doesn’t want to see itself. When something gets too close or sees too much, a stinger comes out. When trust is broken and safety dismantled, the Scorpio will plunge deeper into darkness. The Scorpion teaches us about awareness, instinct and perserverence. This may be our instinctual, self-sabotage nature ~ a defensive part of us that’s easier to fall-back into when fear creeps in. We transcend this aspect of ourself when we are vulnerable.
Next, The Phoenix. This is the aspect of us that knows it must face life head on and step into the fire of transformation. It doesn’t mean there is not fear, rather the quest for growth and desire for change is stronger. On the other side, the phoenix emerges transformed. There is an ancient, clever, healer within us that never truly dies. This is our transformative nature ~ the power within us all to rise from the ashes, holding hope in the face of destruction. We transcend this aspect of ourselves when we face what we must face and step into the fire of transformation.
Finally, The Eagle. This is the aspect of us that no longer feels the fear of the world, but flies above it all with perspective and wisdom. We achieve a level of mastery when we are able to see our challenges from a higher perspective. When we can look at a stiaution without an emotional charge, we have wisdom and we know how to act or live in allowance of life’s unfolding. The Eagle teaches us both to prepare for the future and to surrender to life. This is the ultimate outcome of Scorpio season and Mercury’s retrograde transit through it. Mastery. Vision. Wisdom.
THE SCORPION // MERCURY RETROGRADE
Mercury retrograde is a process that occurs every few months. If used wisely, it’s an opportunity to review where you are, where you’ve been and the journey between the two. Conjuring a wider perspective allows you to find the information you need to cast decisions in the future. This Mercury Rx can open you up to the answers you require to meet your needs for healing and growth ~ but requires you do the work to review and prepare.
Make a list of everything relevant happening in and around your life right now. Beyond situations that you are directly involved in, what are the stories playing out in the lives of your close community? Think: the five people you spend the most time with or talk to. Who are they? What’s happening?
Think of other significant realms of your life, like where you spend the most time and the things you’re most involved in right now. What is going on at work? Do you have travel coming up? Do you have debts or debtors? What do you have planned?
These are the storylines you’re learning from at this time. These are the realms of your world up for review. Take note. Pay attention. If you’re observing an important relationship, situation or realm of you life, avoid decisions if you can and witness your own emotions guide you to authentic resolution. If you can, notice what situations and people churn at you ~ how do these qualities present themselves in you and your personal life?
THE PHOENIX // MARS SQUARE SATURN
Within the Square of Mars in Libra and Saturn in Capricorn is an invitation: Who are YOU in your relationships? What are your relationships revealing to you — about ownership, power, fear, pain and isolation? What systems are you surrendering into as you look deeper into these themes? How are you contributing to the complex challenges we’re facing as a world and the systems that are dissolving?
Consider here what issues stir your emotional waters. Part of what’s up for review is our ability to look at disorder with an objective eye. Taking what feels very personal and seeing the bigger picture. Consider the major issues of our times – is it possible to tune into the below inquiries with time and objective thought and without judgement or defensiveness?
The environment – How are you complacent to this issue? Do you unconsciously use plastic and create waste? This question is intentionally worded. It is incredibly difficult to eliminate plastic, industrialized food, the global economy and fossil fuels from your life and unfortunately impossible to completely remove yourself from contribution to their profit — BUT there’s a difference between consciously consuming and unconscious compacency.Can you be more aware of the products you’re buying regularly and the use of plastic in your products? Would you be able to make investments in more single-use or homemade products?
Gun control and violence – there are subtle ways we culturally contribute to the continuation of this problem. This is not the sole solution to this issue, but a small act that can bring more consciousness to the violence we’re silently permissing. Do you use words like “I am triggered,” “you’re killing it,” etc.? Words like this cast spells, validating violence as progress and success. Notice your words – where can you shapeshift what you say to validate success as success or speak your truth?
Government – What has power over you? How are you complacent or surrendering to this power? How many of us unconsciously (or consciously) powerless over our phones. How many hours are spent on Reddit, Google and Instagram alone? I see humans of every gender, race, ethnicity and age connected and validated by social media, digital communities and experiences conducted solely online and in the phone. I see bodies warped by cars, desks and devices. We are literally changing our shape!
Economy – What are you buying? What has power of your money, which is essentially a resource that represents our entire sociology – class, race, gender, background, education, and more? When we invest our money into poison, slavery, death, sickness, disease, racism, classicm, ageism, sizeism, genderizm, and every single izm there is, we are giving our power away and the power to choose whether we’re ok with that.
Education – do you value real education? Do you see the value in a long term investment? The focus so much is on a short term gain. We want the information now. We want to stocks to pay out, the body to shape up. Everything right away. We are willing to take shortcuts to arrive at a gain, over taking the time to grow and sustain. This is the same as romance – we want instant sex, instant relationship, instant commitment, intstant intimacy. But there is something valuable in dropping into studentship and to being a beginner. How often are we quick to flex our experience? Mastery requires humility.
THE EAGLE // SCORPIO NEW MOON
We can’t change the timing or location of our growth. We can’t hide away from life forever. We can choose to see that life happens in perfect timing and the choices we make are the right choices. What exists beyond the space of second-guessing or wondering what could have been? What lives beneath the emotions we are under? What is life without the fear of what will or won’t be? Will we be more free or enlivened if we face what feels intense or do the thing that feels scary?
This Scorpio New Moon wants us to look at fear and the ways that we are using our circumstances to stay asleep and unaware.
The storms of our lives cleanse us of ordinary consciousness and release us from thoughts and beliefs that hold back what’s newly and nowly true for each of us. Shadows and challenges do not mean it’s not working out. Every circumstance ultimately opens our perspective – to something more vast and wide and true. Within everything is the potential to go deeper. What you’re going through, you are meant to go through. When we permiss ourselves to live through the challenges of our lives without resistance to what is, we can direct our energy towards the pursuits life is asking us to uncover and see and ultimately, we become more free.
In all realms of life, we are being called into our depths. We can’t help but be looking within at this time and we are so much better off when we’re flexible and open. Dig down, stir the pot, let yourself transform, and trust that wisdom comes through in the most perfect time. May your journey through be illuminating!
~ Julien Elizabeth // Gemini Rising
SCORPIO AND MERCURY RETROGRADE MESSAGES
If you know your rising sign or ascendant, I suggest you read it as your intention below. These are meant to be taken in as insight and inquiry. There are so many factors that give your life the life that it is, so take these notes as food for thought and take from it what feels right for you right now. If you’ve got planets in Scorpio, Taurus, Libra, or Capricorn, they will color your experience, too (as well as many other aspects unlisted). If you aren’t sure of your ascendent, or have a curiosity to go deeper, schedule a natal chart reading and we’ll decode it all together.
ARIES
The secrets and desires you’ve kept beneath the surface are seeking light and right now, you may feel at the mercy of fate. Remember that what may feel like loss creates space for new life and deeper truth to settle in.
Transformation in itself is a paradox; both a death and a birth, loss and gain, very old and very new. We often sense the edge of change is approaching until suddenly we reach the critical point of passage into something new. It’s here we may feel the reckoning of it all being washed away. This is the kind of change you’re contemplating, brave one.
This month calls in a review of what exists beneath the surface, what is transforming, what feels a little too scary and shadowy and powerful. Your ability to go there forms a foundation for your character to grow. You can’t fail here, Aries. Lean into your brave.
TAURUS
What is your commitment to commitment, Taurus? This month is asking you to review how you’re seeing and being seen within the partnerships and relationships you’ve made agreements with. This work will no doubt transform these realms of your life… and by the end of the year you’ll have the wisdom and perspective to know who you are, what you’re committed to, and what you want in your relationships.
What partnerships are significant in your life? Do you see your relationship to yourself as a partnership, too? What are your 5 must-haves in every committed relationship? What are your three dealbreakers?
GEMINI
A flowing river is a healthy river and your careful exploration this month will purge yours of the stagnation that’s holding you back. This a powerful time to get clear how you’re doing life. Thank goodness you have that powerful mind, G!
Be disciplined in this pursuit, remembering it’s all about designing and organizing a life that you love. This month calls you to investigate how you are making yours happen so that by the end of it there is no more worry and you’re flowing through. Leave no stone unturned, twin star – with your eyes on all details you’ll transform not only how you work, but how you move and eat and care for your whole self, too.
How are you making your living? Does your income stream match the vastness of what you have to offer? Are there areas of your life that you’re fearful to declutter?
CANCER
What are you creating lately, my sweet? Are you getting the love and play that you know your soul needs? My heart, you take care of us all so well, but what’s taking care of you?
This months transformation brings you back to what you already know ~ playing, creating, flirting, dancing, joy ~ these are essential parts of life that keep you shining bright and make the mundane magic. They are eternally important acts that show you who you are. This month your inner-child is seeking to remind you: you have always been who you are. Careful review of your inner scrapbook can uncover a pride of all you’ve worked through, how far you’ve come and the amazing life you’ve created for yourself.
Remember: there is no shame in claiming who you are and turning the lights all the way up. Your creativity is your tool this month as you explore what makes you feel alive.
LEO
Every once in a while (or as much as you need), it’s important to take stock of the spaces and people that feel safe for you. This month is asking you to go deep into this realm — home, stablility and your relationship to them within yourself and in your world.
The you that you are in your most safe spaces is a special kind, dear Leo, and it’s a privilege for anyone who is let into that magic. You’re allowed to choose and change and grow. This is a good month to cultivate a safe space for yourself to look at these essential concepts.
Where do you feel at home? Who is there? How is your sense of home and safety transforming? Are you allowing yourself space to review?
VIRGO
You know what I find so inspiring, Virgo? The moments I can observe someone really speaking their truth and expressing themselves authentically. If you’re in the midst of sharing more of yourself in the world – your words, your teachings, your wisdom – Savor the process! Expressing yourself can be scary but your words are so needed, sweet angel. Remember: When you express yourself and speak what’s true for you, you give others permission to do the same. In it, you are being of great service!
This month may have you reviewing how you express yourself and use your voice. This review is not to analyze or over-perfect, but to consider if what you’re sharing is serving yourself and those meant to receive your message. Stay open during this review – there is not one way.
What’s one step you can take to get your message closer to the public? How can you release judgement over what you’ve expressed in the past and open yourself up to authentic communication in the future?
LIBRA
There’s no doubt you’re capable of making it rain in the department of abundance, Libra.
You’re always surrounded by beauty, love to enjoy the wealth of mother earth and are the friendliest to us all. These are all forms of wealth and valuable to consider your relationship to, right now. Have you been too reliant on money being the most significant resource you have? There’s no need to rely on just one when you have so many!
Transformation comes in strong when you look critically (and fairly) at who and what has power over your money… and your concept of it. Are the places you’re investing your money in line with your values? Do you feel fully aligned with how you’re making money? Big powerful questions but so worth your critical eye, right now.
SCORPIO
This season is about you, your identity and the perennial question: who am I?
You may find yourself in review of none other than yourself and the journey that has brought you to this moment. This is so personal, so essential, and so what your soul is calling for. This is your time to give yourself space to explore – no masks, no stories – just you and you. Get to know the you that you are now and every version of yourself that has landed you here ~ see yourself, allow for this to be a reconciliation and a revolution. You are evolving as the sun moves through this month.
SAGITTARIUS
I see you with your big dreams and many inspiring projects, you seeker of truth.
There’s a metamorphosis unfolding behind the scenes for you right now, and it’s beautiful. This month wants you to look at all you’re doing when no one is looking. When you remove yourself from your public life and go into your depths… what is it that youre unearthing? This month wants you to explore the more tucked away aspects of yourself, calling you to go into your depths and reckon with secrets, sorrows and ways you feel blocked from freedom. All of this so that you can bring yourself forward into the light – liberated, luminus and limitless.
CAPRICORN
Who are your peeps? Think: the five people you spend the most time with or talk to. Who are they? What’s happening? What social causes are boiling your emotional waters?
This new moon and mercury retrograde dip into your social life and the contribution you want to make to your communities. Go deep into desire as you review – is how you’re contributing to the world in alignment with the changes you wish to see manifest? Do you feel supported and elevated in your social circle? Are you an expander for your people?
Trust that your earthly nature will know the steps to take. You can’t do it alone – you know that – and we are all so thrilled about this transformation!
AQUARIUS
What does success mean to you? The path of achievement isn’t a process you take lightly and the world can’t expect you’ll stay on the surface.
This month is a call to review your life’s work and the bigger picture that you envision for yourself and your world. You’re thinking about career and destiny and where to direct your big, revolutionary ideas. Be ambitious in your exploration ~ the world will benefit so much from what you are here to create and the legacy look back on. How can you use your x-ray vision to investigate what you’re mastering in your life right now and you’re sharing it in your world?
PISCES
As we grow and shift, we often have to reconcile with what we believe. Because it changes, dear fish – I belive you know this well by now. The seas may be changing in terms of the truth you thought you knew and the truth that is now. Let it. Review it. Find within yourself the realness you are and let that guide you through. That’s the only teacher you need.
What spiritual practices are sustaining you right now? How are your long term plans changing? Can you settle into the mystery just a little longer?
Are you local to LA? Take these insights a layer deeper and transform with community this Sunday at Love Yoga Space in Venice, CA for the Scorpio New Moon Circle.
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