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BY SAM GEPPIVEDIC ASTROLOGY
As we complete 2018 and move into 2019, Mercury goes direct, we are encouraged to fight the good
fight, and its time to recommit to the deeper principles that give our life direction.
December 6
The New Moon is in Scorpio today with
retrograde Mercury and Jupiter. For the next
30 days we will feel that intense probing of
Scorpio, as we explore our psychological
tendencies and vulnerabilities. Reflect on and
evaluate your emotional entanglements and
connections. Gain control of your spiritual
path and deeper feelings. Beware, because
this time can lead to frustration and projec-
tion onto others if you are not fully doing
the work.This New Moon is in Jyeshta Nakshatra,
which is ruled by the king of the gods, Lord
Indra. Now is the time to fight the good
fight, and do battle with your own weak-
nesses, not the weaknesses of others.December 7
Mercury turns direct in Scorpio today,
ending his three-week retrograde cycle. For
the past several weeks you may have been
reflecting on your psychology and trying to
better understand why you become emotion-
ally and psychologically confused at times.
With this shift, you can feel some of that
confusion untangling. It's a great time for
self-expression, especially through words and
language. Schedule time for the important
practices of writing and journaling.December 22
The Full Moon will happen in Gemini,
which encourages our reflections on lan-
guage, curiosity, and details. This Full Moon
is opposite Sagittarius, where we are looking
to understand the deeper principles that give
our life direction. Question those beliefs, and
bring more curiosity to the table. This is a
great time for mantras and deeper spiritual
practices related to speech.Today’s Full Moon happens in Ardra
Nakshatra. This supports bringing discipline
and power into your practices and daily
life. You must be willing to discard things
that are not working in order to evolve
spiritually.December 23
Mars enters Pisces today, where it will
remain for the next several weeks. Mars in
Pisces is a time to fight for your spiritual
purposes and causes. Pisces is connected
to the idea of metaphysical union with the
cosmos. We may often experience this as a
form of escapism, or perhaps being “checked
out.” But we can also “check-in,” as we
maintain discipline in our spiritual practices
and in our lives. The transit of Mars in Pisces
is the embodiment of the “spiritual warrior”
energy.January 1
Venus enters Scorpio after being in Libra
for three months. We have been experienc-
ing the transit of Venus through her own
sign of Libra since September. This is been
a time to work on our relationships and our
agreements. Yet, this shift of Venus entering
Scorpio increases our volatility and vulner-
ability. You may experience some intensity,
and even a break with partners. Perhaps it is
only temporary, but you may notice the need
to spend some time by yourself as the new
year begins.January 5
Today’s New Moon takes place in Sagit-
tarius with Mercury and Saturn. This begins
a 30-day cycle of hope, inspiration, and
purpose. Explore what inspires you, rather
than simply trying to protect your fears and
vulnerabilities. Sagittarius is symbolized
by a bow and arrow, focused on the goal.
We need to stay on the straight and narrow
course if we’re going to truly evolve. Notice
how you may be talking the talk but not
walking in integrity. The conjunction with
Mercury and Saturn brings a rational and
playful quality to the next 30 days.This New Moon happens in Purva Ashada
Nakshatra which has to do with devotion
to a higher purpose. This devotion must
sink deep into the heart in order to govern
us from a place of love and joy so we can
experience the types of teachings that endure.January 19-24
Venus and Jupiter are conjunct in Scorpio,
bringing great healing and understanding
to our relationships and our spiritual lives.
Often, Jupiter and Venus are at odds with
each other, creating the choice between
worldly happiness and spiritual progress.
We may feel those things come together now
in a higher form of devotion and teaching.
Ultimately we need to reclaim the awareness
that the highest beauty and joy in life comes
from our spiritual purpose.January 21
Today’s Full Moon is in Cancer with Rahu.
This combination connects us deeply to our
emotions and heart. The Moon is the ruler
of Cancer, so it reveals where we can be
established in deep emotional sensitivity, or
end up experiencing emotional volatility and
disarray. The conjunction with Rahu ampli-
fies potential. This is important to purify the
heart and mind in life—and we will experi-
ence that need for purity today. Experiences
with trusted loved ones, including animals
and pets, can be a healing balm.This New Moon happens in Pushya
Nakshatra, which is symbolically related
to the udders of a cow. This aspect of the
energy of the sign Cancer just wants to feed
and nourish others. We therefore have a
deep longing to care for and protect those
who need our love and care.Sam Geppi (Sadasiva) is the author of Yoga and Vedic Astrology and The Ascen-
dant—108 Planets of Vedic Astrology. He is the founder of the American Academy
of Vedic Art and Science, which offers three levels of certification programs in Vedic
Astrology. Currently the Academy has more than 120 students enrolled. Visit Sam’s
website at: vedicartandscience.com