THE CURRENT QUALITY OF TIME for September 2021

 THE CURRENT QUALITY OF TIME for September 2021

Mars: NeptuneDuring the first days of September, Mars in Virgo is opposite Neptune in Pisces. Lack of drive can now tempt you to want to curl up in bed for a few days. With a little self-discipline, however, you can examine the underlying reasons for your desires and actions during this time, and perhaps gain a little more clarity about how to proceed. It's worth it, because the following days will bring new opportunities for self-realization. Already on September 5, Mercury in Libra forms a trine to Saturn in Aquarius. On the 6th, Venus in Libra squares Pluto in Capricorn and trines Jupiter in Aquarius, Mars trines Pluto. Suddenly, there is intensity and power again. New plans can be made and implemented immediately, preferably on the New Moon of September 7. The Sun and Moon are then in Virgo trining Uranus in Taurus. Pragmatic action can now have a lasting effect.

The second third of the month brings a volatile mood: Venus enters Scorpio on September 10, indicating intensity in relationship matters. The Sun opposes Neptune on the 14th, Mars enters Libra on the 15th, and Venus squares Saturn on the 17th. It could be a frustrating few days, revealing who is willing and able to translate desire into action. But even this period of restlessness is temporary and lasts only a few days.

Libra: September 21 sees a Full Moon in Pisces. It occurs one day before the Sun enters Libra, the autumnal equinox. The Moon is still under the influence of Neptune, Venus in Scorpio may feel a bit lost, but she is getting ready for the opposition with Uranus (on the 23rd), which indicates some kind of molting. Mercury trines Jupiter and squares Pluto. As Mercury turns retrograde on the 27th, it moves slowly and will remain in this aspect pattern for a few days. The quality of time during these days brings great sensitivity and lustful desires to some, while others could do good business. Some new ideas are now waiting to be discovered, therefore we can expect lively and demanding communication. However, due to the strong involvement of Neptune, the events surrounding the pandemic are in focus again throughout the month, with possible repercussions for both commerce and money matters.

Card for today, 28th August 2021

Rider Waite card No 1, I The Magician

Magician
Astrological Correspondence: Mercury
Keywords: work, new beginnings, activity, overwork
Description: As the archetype of the masculine principle, the Magician represents someone who is able to achieve his goals through his creative abilities and his skills in using the tools available to him. The Magician symbolises the beginning of something when everything is possible. It can be a start of a new relationship, the birth of a new idea or creative project, or a financial strategy. The Magician is a confident person realising his full potential by taking positive action and focusing his attention and energies to the task at hand. This includes employing magic. .
Upright Associations: Mastery in the material world, creativity and originality, will power and self-confidence. Dexterity, sleight of hand, focus, skill at communication, quick-wittedness.
On the negative side the Magician represents egotism, treachery, and overconfidence, thereby misleading others into making wrong choices.
Reversed  Associations: Failure, embarrassment, unreliable friends, deception, overconfidence, blocked creativity, feeling helpless, a time to avoid action. Frustration, suppressed energy, needing to step back.

Card for today, 27th August 2021

Rider Waite card No 48, Queen of Cups

Cups: Queen

Astrological Correspondence: (Scorpio)

Keywords: loving, tender-hearted, intuitive, psychic, spiritual.

Description: The Queen of Cups usually indicates a woman who is sensitive and intuitive. On good days she can be loving and caring, but on bad days rather cranky. A warm, sympathetic and sociable woman. She may be artistically gifted and very imaginative. The Queen is honest, loyal and devoted to those she loves.

Upright Associations: Imaginative, artistic, affectionate and romantic. Intuitive, healing arts, empathy. Harmoniously merging interests, power rooted in emotions.

Reversed Associations: Emotionally dependent, insecure, ignoring emotions, fickleness, vanity, infidelity, clouded judgement. Manipulative, ignoring possibilities.

 

Card for today, 26th August 2021

Rider Waite card No 23, II of Wands

Wands: Two

Astrological Correspondence: Mars in Aries. [For more information click]

Keywords:  duality, partnerships, business, important choices to be made, balanced ,careful, mutuality. 

Description: The Two of Wands indicates a business partnership of some kind is at hand in which two or more persons will come together to achieve a common goal. It also shows that a balance must be made between attaining worldly possessions and living in poverty. 

Upright Associations: Generous disposition, open-mindedness, patience, creativity, courage, the promise of good things. New venture. need to look further.

Reversed Associations: A surprise, loneliness, entering the unknown. Released tension, losing interest. Need to seek companionship, activities.

Card for today, 25th August 2021

Rider Waite card No 43, VIII of Cups

Cups: Eight

Astrological Correspondence: Saturn in Pisces. [For more information, click]

Keywords: seeking, searching.

Description: The Eight of Cups indicates walking into the unknown. An emotional risk is being taken and one never knows whether it will bear fruit. Another interpretation is to set limits on emotional involvement. Sometimes we can put too much emotional energy into relationships or projects, only to be disappointed. It is then that we need to distance ourselves, walk away if necessary. Don't be afraid to leave the past behind. Travel. There is plenty more in the world to see and experience. If you are disillusioned with your life now, take heart, because the future promises to be brighter. Follow your heart and do what you truly desire.

Upright Associations: Embracing change, restlessness, desire for something higher. Letting go, moving on, breaking away, loss of heart, shyness.

Reversed Associations: Happiness, re-evaluate the past, abandoning old ties. Sticking with what you have, finding excitement in something old, drifting, refusing to move forward.

Card for today, 24th August 2021

Rider Waite card No 50, Ace of Swords

Swords: One/Ace

Astrological Correspondence: None.

Keywords: force, communication, courage, destiny.

Description: The Ace of Swords indicates the first initial contact, which is usually by letter writing, telephone calls, or other sorts of correspondence. This card is also associated with the Karmic elements of our life, so expect situations that have a ring of destiny to transpire in a most unexpected manner. Things are changing for the good. Success is guaranteed, as the card cuts through all obstacles. As with all Sword cards, the Ace shows that there are battles to be fought, but with courage and intellect, nothing can stand in your way for long.

Upright Associations: Beginning of a victory, the seed of an idea. The search for ultimate truth. Clarity, mental energy, source, power of thought.

Reversed Associations: Heavy handed, breakup, pressure, delay, sarcasm. Frustration, lack,  cut-off. Distant, need for honesty emotionally and intellectually.

Card for today, 23rd August 2021

Rider Waite card No 2, II The High Priestess

High Priestess
Astrological Correspondence: The Moon
Keywords: receptivity, passivity, potential, knowledge, secrets, something about to arrive.
Description: The mysterious High Priestess jealously guards her secrets and occult wisdom. This card symbolises the unconscious, a concern with our internal worlds, spiritual forces, and the understanding of higher truths through dreams and intuition. As a wise woman the High Priestess is the Goddess of fertility and is seen as a healer, possessing intuitive powers, and clairvoyance, trying to create harmony and inner balance. She emphasises the necessity to get in contact with our inner self, to reflect and meditate, to trust our feelings, and to let dreams and intuition guide us. Observing rather than participating or acting the High Priestess can also represent platonic love, manipulation, a pause in a process that was progressing or even a standstill, causing doubt and confusion.
Upright Associations: Intuition, wisdom and secret knowledge, emotional intelligence. Purity, virtue and patience. Stillness, looking inward, subconscious, Divine Feminine.
Reversed Associations: Emotional instability, emerging passion, delusion, directing outward. Combining intuition and logic. Activity, shallowness, illusion.

Read the second comment explaining where the letters J and B on the two pillars either side of the High Priestess came to be. A. E. Waite being an Occultist and Freemason believed it was Solomon's Temple. 

Card for today, 22nd August 2021

Rider Waite card No 49, King of Cups

Cups: King
Astrological Correspondence: (Cancer)
Keywords: wise, calm, diplomatic, caring, tolerant.
Description: The King of Cups usually refers to an older man who is sensitive and generally acts through his emotions rather than intellect, and who can be extremely jealous at times. A sociable, loving, sensuous man who has intelligence combined with a strong intuition. Warm-hearted and loyal, he enjoys the comforts of life and has a love of the arts. His attitude is responsible and generous.
Upright Associations: Successful, shrewd, kind, considerate, not easily read or understood. Liberal, artistic endeavors, reserved, source of comfort, wise council. 
Reversed Associations: Instinct, sleaziness, closed off, heartless, immaturity, neurotic. Dishonesty, overprotective, dependency, self-indulgence. Breaking through emotional blocks.