The Monthly Fitness & Lifestyle Report
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Monthly Fitness and Healthy Life Style Guide
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Ann SomebodyApril 12, 196512:11:28 PMNew York, New York
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Introduction
The biggest challenge to your health and diet is your emotional state. When your emotions are out of control, your body follows your lead. Second in command is Mercury, taking the lead from the emotions and reacting on the body in very profound ways.
Please let me Introduce you to the MONTHLY FITNESS AND HEALTHY LIFE STYLE GUIDE REPORT.
What it is: A monthly look at dietary and exercise potential based on the sign on the Ascendant, with a secondary look at the Moon, house, aspects and all other planets. It is a "LONG TERM" procedure for people interested in taking charge and control of their lives, and understanding the underlying cause of diet and exercise breakdowns. By understanding the monthly influences imposed upon them, they can work with them and avoid the pitfalls placed in their path.
What It is NOT: It is not intended to be used for "quick" dietary loss or health maintenance. It is not meant to be an "overload" of information so that the reader is confused by what can be overwhelming information if not closely monitored as seen below (in the USE paragraph).
DISCLAIMER: No diet or exercise regime should be started without the advice of a doctor or physician.
What is included: Signs on the Ascendant, planets in the house, signs and aspects, Midheaven (as others see us and contribute to our dietary effort).
What is NOT included and why: Midpoints. The main emphasis must be on the monthly emotional response that gets us all into trouble, causing us to spin out of control in a dietary sense.
So How Do I Use It: Major Focus, Focus and no notations. Items marked with Major focus have everything to do with the Health and diet guide. Items marked with focus are still important, but not as much of a major focus as the others. No notation means that the data has been included for information purposes, but I feel do not have a stronger influence than the information that is tagged.
An Important Note On Metabolism: You will see references to metabolism as rated High, Low and Medium. Just because a rating of high is considered good, all it really means is that you have an increased appetite more often. "If" you don’t get off your butt and do some sort of exercise, all that food will simply turn into fat.
Helpful hints:
These points work for me, and are only suggestions. Find what works for you and make the change. Best of luck!
1) Throw away the scale! If your clothes begin to fall off, or become loose, you are losing weight.
2) Pay attention to transits to your natal chart by the planet Jupiter (it expands what it touches), it tends to keep you bloated and feeling that nothing is happening. If you stay with it and don’t give in to a "Why am I trying, when nothing is happening?" attitude, you will be very happy with your success after the Jupiter transits end, either natal or Lunar returns.
3) Pay attention to transits to your natal chart by the planet Saturn, it tends to bind up the internal works, when passing the easiest food becomes somewhat difficult. Carbohydrates and bread are especially difficult.
4) Bread is the biggest thief of your energy. It will cause sluggish behavior, loss of energy and send you in for a nap to recharge yourself.
5) Eat several times a day (every 5-6 hours is comfortable), with smaller portions. Never wait until you are starving to eat, because you can always count on over-eating. If you eat tiny morsels of food several times a day, you will never be "hungry".
6) Eat heavy meals (earlier) during the day. Your last meal should be no later than 6pm. Eat enough to carry you through until AM, but not so much that you can’t digest it.
7) If you over-eat, skip the next meal, as you have over-loaded your digestive system, then wait until you start to feel hungry and have a very small vegetarian type meal. Drink lots of water.
8) Double cheeseburgers won’t help your diet, but if you must, eat it at noon and don’t eat until dinner at 6, eating only vegetable type foods and by all means drink plenty of water. Remove as much bread as possible before eating, and your digestive system will thank you.
9) I know what they say about coffee being a no-no, but on a day when you have a very busy schedule and need to get going, one cup (the real stuff) in the morning does the trick for the entire day, and an added benefit of being a wonderful diuretic. Any more than one cup reacts negatively on the nervous system. For me, the energy from one cup of coffee lasts 2-3 days, limiting my intake even more. I am actually down to 1/3 of a cup now. It still keeps me wired for 3 days.
10) Do experiment with food groups and types to see what your body likes and dislikes. For me it is Chinese food. I get a complete (takeout portion controlled) meal for a nominal price, and it covers all the food groups. I pass on the soup though. I have a dozen meals made up at a time and freeze them until needed. As a suggestion, I might have Pepper steak (replaced with chicken) with vegetables and fried rice. My body agrees with the results, but yours may react differently.
11) If you are a couch potato like me who spends most of his day sitting (writing text like this), then exercise is more essential. If you sit and watch TV a lot, then include exercises that you can do while watching TV. Make your personal space your work out area as well.
12) Your Lunar return influences change every month, and so should your diet, if not only to keep you from getting bored to death! You will actually find your body needs and food groups change as well.
For the past two years I have been paying careful attention to the Lunar return (13 moons), and especially the sign on the Ascendant, and have come up with the following and very effective guide for everyone concerned with health, diet and exercise. As a long time sufferer dealing with obesity, I have practiced what I am about to preach with very nice results. It is what has inspired me to write this program and keep track of the ups and downs, pitfalls and workable solutions to a problem plaguing many Americans. I believe it to be an invaluable tool (if used correctly) to take back control of your life. The nice part about this program is, if you fail, you can always start over. You might even understand why you failed, bringing eventual success to your efforts. It points out quite clearly how you might fair in a "fire sign month", or how you may fail or see less than expected results in a "Venus controlled month".
The astrological analysis is based on the following information. This information can be useful if you are an astrologer or student of astrology:
Sun 22 Ari 35 Neptune 19 Sco 20
Moon 11 Vir 08 Pluto 14 Vir 07
Mercury 15 Ari 21 Asc. 8 Leo 30
Venus 22 Ari 43 MC 26 Ari 28
Mars 9 Vir 03 2nd cusp 29 Leo 17
Jupiter 27 Tau 51 3rd cusp 24 Vir 43
Saturn 12 Pis 50 5th cusp 2 Sag 57
Uranus 11 Vir 15 6th cusp 8 Cap 15
Tropical Placidus Standard Time observed
April 12, 1965 12:11:28 PM
GMT: 17:11:28 Time Zone: 5 hours West
Lat. and Long. of birth: 40 N 42 51 74 W 00 23
Lunar Return for: New York, New York 40 N 42 51 74 W 00 23
Aspects and orbs:
Conjunction: 3 Deg 00 Min
Opposition : 3 Deg 00 Min
Square : 3 Deg 00 Min
Trine : 3 Deg 00 Min
Sextile : 2 Deg 00 Min
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Lunar Return for: New York, New York 40 N 42 51 74 W 00 23
LUNAR RETURN: April 20, 2005 at 3:17:55 AM
Zodiac Signs on the Ascendant and MC, and the Ascendant Ruler
The zodiac signs on the Ascendant and MC, and the house position of the Ascendant ruler at the time of the Lunar return are described below. Your social and career opportunities for the coming month are influenced by these signs and house placement.
Ascendant in Aquarius (MAJOR FOCUS):
Characteristics of Aquarius on the Ascendant:
You will be intuitive with above average intelligence and can organize almost anything. Spiritual matters are much more important to you than material ones. A very rebellious spirit resides in you, looking for an adventure to come along.
Your physical stamina is stronger this month, but you may suffer from stubbornness, finding it difficult to break undesirable habits and behavior patterns. Independence and freedom is highlighted, as well as being very opinionated. Anything that shocks or surprises others will hardly even phase you now, as you are more detached in nature. Your interests in people, humanitarian efforts and the rights of others will be at the top of your list of things to do. There is an increased ability to attract new friends and acquaintances into your life. More dramatic changes can now be introduced into your life, or making changes just for the sake of change. These changes will come suddenly, and quite out of the blue.
You are friendly but will keep an impersonal distance from others now. Your acquaintances number many, but you can count your real friends usually on one hand. As a friend you are detached and impartial.
The ruling planet this Lunar Month is:
Uranus, the planet of sudden and impulsive behavior is the ruler this month.
The Part Of The Body Aquarius Rules:
Calves, ankles, circulation, breath, eyesight, and blood need some attention. Health complaints can include cramps, allergies, sudden illness or nervous disorders.
Your Metabolic Rate this Lunar month:
High. INCREASES THE APPETITE dramatically, making you feel hungry more often. With this much energy present, you should be able to overcome any obstacles before you. Remember to change your routine to keep from getting bored. Because it will be very easy to burn up food that you eat now, make sure to eat smaller and more nutritious meals. If you eat more frequently, say 4 mini-meals a day, your body will thank you for it. Just like a car or plane, the better the fuel that you put in, the better the performance. Avoid heavy food and carbohydrates that can clog the engine and slow you down, stealing your energy. Heavy food can cause you to feel sluggish, resulting in the need to take more breaks and afternoon or evening naps to recharge.
Likely attitude towards diet and exercise:
"As long as it conforms to the many impulsive and out of the blue changes I am feeling at the moment, I’m cool with it!"
Exercise Programs:
Since your ankles can cause some complaints this month, use caution during dancing, gymnastics, skating, aerobics, martial arts, and skiing. You might find some company and enjoyment in viewing exercise videos, but make sure you have lots of different ones, to keep you from going crazy with boredom.
Eat:
Fish, lobster, tuna, oysters, spinach, radishes, celery, cabbage, lettuce, corn, squash, almonds, walnuts, apples, peaches, pears, lemons, oranges, sea salt, carrots, strawberries, vegetables, whole-grain bread, chicken, beets, broccoli, peppers, tomatoes, pineapple, brown rice, whole wheat, yogurt and cheese.
Avoid:
Cut down on coffee, which can make you nervous. On the other hand you can try herbal teas to relax. Ethnic food and cuisine is great stuff, just don’t overdo it.
Pay attention to any/all planets located in the First House of the self, for additional tips and information, as well as the aspects to them.
Disclaimer: Before starting any diet, always seek the advice of a doctor or physician.
Ascendant is in Aquarius, Gemini Decanate
The metabolic rate this month is Very high. INCREASES THE APPETITE dramatically, making you feel hungry more often.
Ruled by the planet Mercury, you have a wandering mind that remains on the move especially when sitting still. You can have some very intuitive and have wonderful ideas but they must be brought down to earth to be implemented. You will have an inquiring mind about everything. Indecision and irritable characteristics belong to you as well for the next 28 days.
Ruler of Ascendant in 1st house:
With the Ascendant Ruler in the Lunar 1st house, your personal identity becomes more important. Questions of who am I, how do I fit in this world around me, and why am I in the circumstances that surround me is highlighted. How will I relate to the outside world, and how will people see me as an individual is a focal point in your life.
MC in Sagittarius:
Since this is the most "visible" part of the Lunar chart, it represents how you want to be seen by the outside world. It is the face or mask that you deliberately put on for others to see.
With Sagittarius on the Midheaven this month you should try to avoid butter and other fats, gravies, cream, candy, and chocolate. Try to cut down on as much alcohol as possible to avoid damage to the liver and skin.
Career matters, or things that simply have your interest this month include the legal profession, outdoor sports, veterinary profession, travel industry, export industry, lecturer, town planning, space industry, airline industry, the church, become a promoter, agent, or fund raiser, teachers, writer, salesperson, actor, politician or cleric.
Commitments are difficult for you this month but if they allow you room to move around they stand a very good chance of succeeding. When you say something people take you seriously because you have a compassionate and commanding use of the language. You are always a good friend to others, but you probably will not receive the same in return. This is why you will make good teachers for others. In this way people can learn from their shortcomings about what friends really are.
The Sun
The placement of the Sun in the Lunar return chart is very important and affects almost every area of your life!
Sun in 2nd house:
The Lunar Sun is now in your 2nd house. Money matters, enjoyment of what you have accrued materially, resources, relationships (Looked upon as things you own), showing off for others in a material way, pleasures, amusement and financial speculation are highlighted by the Lunar Sun this month. Paying outstanding bills, taxes or loans are also 2nd house matters. A Raise in pay and increased sales can occur as well. Items purchased on credit will likely increase.
Additional 2nd house interpretations:
Self worth, values, inner creativity, talents, inner strength, determination, wealth, income, ethics, morals, integrity, priorities, conscious actions, meeting obligations, capacity for earning and spending, and acquiring material possessions.
The Moon
The placement of the Moon in the Lunar return chart affects emotions, moods, domestic affairs and relationships with women during the coming month.
Moon in 7th house (MAJOR FOCUS):
Now, right after the Ascendant this month, the Moon is extremely important to your health, diet and well being. The Moon RULES your emotional state, and which ever way it goes, so does your diet and health. Ever been in love?????? I mean really in love?? Did you need to eat to feel whole, or was love your entire nourishment? What happened when you broke up, got divorced or weren’t getting along, and who became your new bestest friend (again)??? Food!
Wherever the Moon is placed this month, is where you will look for love, support or emotional nourishment. The aspects to the moon this month will show you your chance of finding it. With well aspected (nourished) planets your health and quality of life thrives, but anything negative will send you off your diet and health plan into the waiting and willing arms of a lover called food!!! If you will look at the planets afflicted (difficult), it will give you some idea of how you will try to nourish yourself (food) and what you have a thirst or hunger for. Spicy and hot foods (Mars) can point to sexual desire, sweets (Venus) can indicate a need for pure love and romance. Even in times of anger, you will turn to this willing lover (food), who never ever, ever lets you down, especially when wrongs haven’t been righted. The amount of food you eat when angry will show just how much you want to punish others or punish yourself.
The Lunar Moon is now in your 7th house. Personal and close relationships with your mate and associates come to the foreground now. Security and insecurities surface depending on how the relationship is this month and emotional encounters will be intense. Arguments with spouse, partners, the public, salespersons and visitors are all possible, and sudden legal matters can arise to be dealt with, OR be settled this month. You may find that you have to seek legal advice now or see a doctor for something that has come up all of a sudden. You will be able to learn a great deal about yourself when you listen while you speak to others.
Whenever your emotions get out of control with the Moon located here, you will have stronger than usual cravings for beef, pork, sugar, alcohol and carbonated drinks which is bad for the kidneys.
Additional 7th house interpretations:
Commitment, harmony, marriage partners, romantic partners, business partners, doctor and patient relationships, relating to people who oppose your ideas, competitors, adversaries, opponents in any area, conflicts, enemies, lawsuits, karmic patterns, people's reactions to our actions, the public, and legal affairs.
Moon opposition Uranus:
Your Emotions are out of control, dictating what you eat and drink.
Uranus rules the Calves, ankles, circulation, breath, eyesight, and blood need some attention. Health complaints can include cramps, allergies, sudden illness or nervous disorders.
Avoid:
Cut down on coffee, which can make you nervous. On the other hand you can try herbal teas to relax. Ethnic food and cuisine is great stuff, just don’t overdo it.
This is a very restless month where you can get yourself into trouble by rebelling against your environment or experience sudden emotional instability that drives everyone around you crazy. You will be fighting the emotional war that rages within you, choosing to isolate yourself somewhat from society. There can be some added stress in your family life and notice some temporary stomach problems.
Mercury
The placement of Mercury in the Lunar return chart affects communication, and your ability to learn and express yourself during the coming month.
Mercury in 1st house (MAJOR FOCUS):
They say that where the mind goes, the body follows. That is why there is a Major Focus on it every month. What you think, speak and project, even unspoken words will convince the body of your intent and act accordingly. Positive affirmation of your goals will bring positive results to your health and diet efforts. Negative thoughts and actions will bring nothing but negative results to your health and diet efforts. Look at the aspects to Mercury to find out if the influences around you this month will act to derail your efforts or strengthen them. If they are negative, look to the cause and correct them. You may not be able to change them completely, but you will be aware of what the cause is, and be prepared to work with them, instead of against them. You have the tools for success, if you don’t take them out of the tool box and put them to work, what good are they?
Mercury is in your 1st house, and indicates areas of interests in your life this month, as well as health matters or where your thoughts are likely to be focused.
You will be opening up verbally to the outside world now. People will react to you now just shaking their heads as you talk with such speed that they never get a word in edgewise. Because of this be careful of confusing yourself and others whenever you speak. This is a favorable month for negotiating and forming contracts with others. Short distance travel will increase as well. Stressful aspects to Mercury while in the 1st house can bring on nervous problems and irritations, a very rigid self righteous attitude can develop or the communicative ability interferes with working conditions.
Health complaints may take place through the nervous system, breathing, asthmatic conditions, sense of hearing or lungs.
You will get an extra boost through your metabolism with Mercury here. Just because your metabolic rate is rated high, don’t think that talking about it, or thinking about a new diet and health regime is going to make it happen. Get off your butt and make it happen! INCREASES THE APPETITE dramatically, making you feel hungry more often. Remember to change your routine to keep from getting bored. Because it will be very easy to burn up food that you eat now, make sure to eat smaller and more nutritious meals. If you eat more frequently, say 4 mini-meals a day, your body will thank you for it. Just like a car or plane, the better the fuel that you put in, the better the performance. Avoid heavy food and carbohydrates that can clog the engine and slow you down, stealing your energy. Heavy food can cause you to feel sluggish, resulting in the need to take more breaks and afternoon or evening naps to recharge.
Suggested exercise routines to keep your nerves in fine working order include staying away from sports that will hurt yourself, or others. You will need a great deal of variety to keep from getting bored, so switch your routine, often. Aerobics, working out, volleyball, jogging, dance, gymnastics, basketball, or tennis should keep your nerves functioning properly. Get an enthusiastic friend to help you exercise, because you love to talk while doing most anything and would enjoy the company.
In your diet, try to avoid coffee and stimulants, whereas herbal teas have a calming effect. You may be inclined to eat junk food at the drop of a hat, so choose your junk food wisely.
Mercury trine MC:
This is a good time to go looking for real estate, pay bills, or pay attention to all details and balance the checkbook. Your heart and mind will be more in harmony and activities that take place in the home are fortunate. Public relation matters can prosper and domestic and professional matters go well.
Venus
The placement of Venus in the Lunar return chart affects romance and friendship over the coming month.
Venus in 2nd house (FOCUS):
Next in line for our Focus is lovely, seductive and beautiful Venus. Wherever Venus is located indicates where love, affection and attention can be found. Look carefully at the aspects to Venus because she can either bring love or try to hold it back. Negative aspects can also try to derail your efforts for health and diet, whereas positive aspects can help to support your efforts. Do not allow negative Venus aspects to knock you off your path to success, instead recognize that they are there, and work with them, instead of against them. Remember, every day, is NOT going to be a holiday.
Financial opportunities and extravagances can occur this month.
Care is advised in spending or borrowing money. Investments, banking and planning future security through IRA's etc. is favored. Dealing with the female sex and the public can bring you opportunities and gains. Borrowing money is easier for you to do now. Rewards can be received for favors or services performed for others. If Venus makes a harsh aspect while in the 2nd house, there will be a strong desire for material objects and an increase of sexuality (as a possession) can occur.
Additional 2nd house interpretations:
Self worth, values, inner creativity, talents, inner strength, determination, wealth, income, ethics, morals, integrity, priorities, conscious actions, meeting obligations, capacity for earning and spending, and acquiring material possessions.
Mars
The placement of Mars in the Lunar return chart affects your drive, ambition, and vitality during the coming month.
Mars in 1st house (MAJOR FOCUS):
Next in line is the planet Mars. Mars is considered extremely aggressive and masculine. It shows where you will put tremendous energy and where you will apply that energy by house. Mars is that push that gets you going, gets you off the couch and onto the treadmill. Push too hard however, and you can meet with great resistance from all areas around you, including people, places and things. Applied in the wrong way will bring with it combative situations, arguments, tempers flaring and in some cases accidental behavior. If the Universe tells you to knock off the macho behavior (aspect wise), then take a hint and do so. If the Universe gives you a green light aspect wise, then go for it with your whole heart. Look carefully at the aspects to find out who, or what may be putting obstacles in your path, and act accordingly.
Some health complaints this month can involve the head, and nerves. You may notice some "type" of head complaints -- sinus, headaches, tooth and gum problems, or even nose bleeds. Protect your head and face from injuries.
Mars located here INCREASES THE APPETITE dramatically, making you feel hungry more often. With this much energy present, you should be able to overcome any obstacles before you. Remember to change your routine to keep from getting bored. Because it will be very easy to burn up food that you eat now, make sure to eat smaller and more nutritious meals. If you eat more frequently, say 4 mini-meals a day, your body will thank you for it. Just like a car or plane, the better the fuel that you put in, the better the performance. Avoid heavy food and carbohydrates that can clog the engine and slow you down, stealing your energy. Heavy food can cause you to feel sluggish, resulting in the need to take more breaks and afternoon or evening naps to recharge.
Fast food, takeout or frozen dinners will be your favorite past times this month, after all, you’re a busy person and don’t have time to prepare food. You will tend to eat way too much, and most probably eat while in motion. A big drawback to your diet now will be a lack of understanding or caring about calories and fat content in the food you eat. On the positive side, you may be extremely active, which will help to burn up all the fat and calories before they do any damage. If however, you are inactive, all that excess fat and calories won’t travel very far from your hips.
Anything that microwaves quickly and doesn’t keep you waiting is right up your alley. Be careful about being driven to eat when you are angry, because that is a downfall this month. Internalized anger is your way of punishing yourself (and others), and what better way to do that, than with food. You are more of a "grab" and run eater. Food that is hot and spicy will be much more to your liking, but for goodness sakes, don’t forget to CHEW YOUR FOOD!!! Protein and iron will be beneficial to your diet this month. You may not be in the mood to cook, but if you do cook, be careful not to cook your food beyond recognition. Waiting for food is not your forte with Aries here, choosing prepared and ready to go food rather than preparing food. A clue to success is to have someone with more patience than you prepare "quality" food and leave it somewhere in your path, or buy prepared nutritious food in quantity and leave it at different places so that you can easily access it on a whim.
Suggested exercise for you this month includes any strenuous activity that calms the nerves, so you should feel fantastic after a good workout. You may feel inspired to try vigorous sports such as martial arts, surfing, rollerblading, gymnastics, boxing, football, softball, or basketball, jogging, walking, horseback riding, swimming, tennis or pumping iron. Do to your impatient nature at this time boredom can easily undo what you accomplish. Remember above all, to keep it fun.
Make sure to avoid excesses in salt and liquor. Ingesting too much salt affects the bones and arteries, while liquor will react negatively on the kidneys.
A fighting and very aggressive spirit will demand to be heard. Fighting for your rights, hard work and accidents are highlighted. You are bound to be a bit nasty if things don't happen fast enough for you. Just remember to bend in situations and give in where it is needed or accidents, injuries and illness will find you. If Mars makes harsh aspects while in the 1st house, elements of aggressive and selfish attitudes will have to be dealt with.
Mars sextile N. Node:
Will power is on the rise as well as courage to face any situation that comes up this month. Determination and joy in doing any kind of physical work is present and the urge to do something is favored. Go dig up the back yard or get a good physical workout to use up all of this energy. Cooperation and collaborations with people can take place and encounters based on physical attributes will be very prosperous.
Jupiter
The placement of Jupiter in the Lunar return chart determines in what areas of your life you are likely to have opportunities for growth and expansion during the coming month.
Jupiter in 8th house:
Next in line we have Jupiter, planet of good fortune and expansion. Wherever Jupiter falls it likes to make things bigger, and gives resistance to letting things go back to normal shape, like the human body for instance (especially around the hip area). Whenever Jupiter takes a prominent position in the Lunar or Natal chart, weight will be easy to put on, and remain on, until the influence ends. Then and only then can things go back to normal, whatever normal is.
With Jupiter located here, the emphasis is on inheritances, combining resources, requesting loans, enjoying occult or mystical subjects, benefits from joint finances, insurance, taxes, foreign travel for business or real estate. If Jupiter receives difficult aspects while in the 8th house, there can be legal difficulties, and difficulties in business and finances.
Additional 8th house interpretations:
Rebirth, transformation, other peoples money, secrets, sex, mysticism, intuitiveness, renewing, rebuilding, restoring, refurbishing, limiting beliefs, bad habits, attachments that drain you physically, attachments to possessions that restrict or burden, obsessions, compulsive behavior, legacies, inheritance, insurance, alimony, taxes, loans, psychic and occult matters, and metaphysics.
Saturn
The placement of Saturn in the Lunar return chart determines where you will encounter obstacles, difficult lessons, and where discipline will be needed in your life during the coming month.
Saturn in 6th house (FOCUS):
Next up is Saturn. Saturn is the great teacher. Wherever Saturn is located by house, shows where losses, setbacks, depression, maturity, growing up or feeling gloomy can occur. Usually it is present when the time is just not right for an action or activity to occur, for whatever the reason. It is like having a credit card that always comes back "access denied". Sometimes the access is permanent, other times it is temporary in nature.
Work and responsibilities on the job will increase this month. Health may be Sensitive, especially if you don't know when to slow down and rest. This is the time to conserve your energy, not to waste it. Health matters that become difficult often point to other unrecognized problems in your life that need to be examined. Often health difficulties are the job itself. If Saturn makes difficult aspects while in the 6th house, then you may experience health problems involving digestion, bones, kidney disorders, skin and knees. Your recovery time from illness will be drawn out as well. Unemployment may be an issue, or you may have to resort to doing work that is distasteful to you.
Additional 6th house interpretations:
Diet, service to others, coworkers, attention to detail, waiting on others, using skills, teaching others skills, craftsmanship, organization abilities, work routine, chores, responsibilities, punctuality, schedules, competency, how you work, taking responsibility for health or fitness, exercise, health care, stress, sleep habits, caring for the health of others, therapy, nutrition, nursing, tasks, habits, overall health, hard work, employees, hygiene, working environment, pets and animals.
Saturn square N. Node:
Now, Saturn brings with it a separate set of circumstances wherever it is by house and aspect. In either case, whether positive or negative aspect, it puts very strong obstacles in your path to be dealt with. It has been noted that every time there is a Saturn transit, everything comes to a screeching halt, with a big sign that seems to suggest "Access Denied!" I have also seen that anytime there is a strong Saturn presence, denying us what we want can also be protecting us from ourselves, possibly by the presence of a more wise and learned energy than ourselves, which is also a characteristic of Saturn. Diet wise, it seems to limit the need to eat, curbs the appetite and allows you to take more control of the food that you eat. On the negative side, it always slows down the digestive process dramatically. The utmost caution should be advised as to what you eat with this energy as constipation, and a bound up digestive system can take on the consistency of cement. A vegetarian diet is ideal with this energy whether transits to natal, lunar return or progression.
Health matters can be somewhat vulnerable through constipation, lessened bowel movements or constrictions in the throat or throat muscles. Gloom, depression and sadness can easily occur this month, so stop blaming others for your failures and inability to keep a long lasting friendship or relationship going.
Uranus, Neptune and Pluto
The placement of the 3 outer planets in the Lunar return chart indicates areas in your life that are likely to take surprising twists and turns, where idealism and illusion may enter your life, or where compulsive or extreme situations may arise in your life during the coming month.
Uranus in 1st house (MAJOR FOCUS):
Next in line is the planet Uranus, ruler of Aquarius, and just like a true Aquarian, Uranus, is the rebel, the non-conformist, the humanitarian and the unpredictable child. Wherever Uranus is placed by house, all bets are off for a normal existence, replaced by sudden out of the blue and whimsical behavior. No matter what the circumstance this month, it won’t be boring! It is life thrust upon us, not chosen.
Changes in looks, surroundings and commitments to others can take place this month. Rebellious tendencies can easily develop that are not easy to understand. Marriage or relationship difficulties that cannot cope with change will end, as you are seeking more freedom from your surroundings. If Uranus makes a difficult aspect while in the 1st house, you are rebellious, very impatient and totally impractical.
The Part Of The Body Uranus Rules:
Calves, ankles, circulation, breath, eyesight, and blood need some attention. Health complaints can include cramps, allergies, sudden illness or nervous disorders.
Your Metabolic Rate this Lunar month:
High. INCREASES THE APPETITE dramatically, making you feel hungry more often. With this much energy present, you should be able to overcome any obstacles before you. Remember to change your routine to keep from getting bored. Because it will be very easy to burn up food that you eat now, make sure to eat smaller and more nutritious meals. If you eat more frequently, say 4 mini-meals a day, your body will thank you for it. Just like a car or plane, the better the fuel that you put in, the better the performance. Avoid heavy food and carbohydrates that can clog the engine and slow you down, stealing your energy. Heavy food can cause you to feel sluggish, resulting in the need to take more breaks and afternoon or evening naps to recharge.
Exercise Programs:
Since your ankles can cause some complaints this month, use caution during dancing, gymnastics, skating, aerobics, martial arts, and skiing. You might find some company and enjoyment in viewing exercise videos, but make sure you have lots of different ones, to keep you from going crazy with boredom.
Eat:
Fish, lobster, tuna, oysters, spinach, radishes, celery, cabbage, lettuce, corn, squash, almonds, walnuts, apples, peaches, pears, lemons, oranges, sea salt, carrots, strawberries, vegetables, whole-grain bread, chicken, beets, broccoli, peppers, tomatoes, pineapple, brown rice, whole wheat, yogurt and cheese.
Avoid:
Cut down on coffee, which can make you nervous. On the other hand you can try herbal teas to relax. Ethnic food and cuisine is great stuff, just don’t overdo it.
Neptune in 1st house (MAJOR FOCUS):
One of my favorite planets is Neptune. Among the qualities it loves to bring to the party is illusion, and deception, but also imagination, illumination and inspiration (That covers all the "I" words). Psychic and intuitive aspects can emerge from our subconscious mind now, and can do so in a myriad of ways like music, art, poetry, compassion and humanitarian efforts. Remember to look at Neptune like you are in a very naughty dream that is not real, and is never going to come true. It was great at the time, but has nothing to do with reality.
Relationships will not be what they seem this month. Wait until the "fog" clears before forming any opinions. Get back to reality before uncertain and confusing conditions do you in. Remember that pretending is all well and good, but this is not the month for it. If Neptune makes a difficult aspect to the 1st house while in this house, then self deception and escapism can influence your life.
The Part Of The Body Neptune Rules:
The feet, toes and bones of the feet. Some health complaints this month are swelling, allergic reaction to drugs, or problems with the feet. Low blood pressure and inflammations can be cause of concern this Lunar month. There can be vulnerabilities or sensitivity to medicines, drugs, and anesthesia.
Your Metabolic rate this month is:
Low. With a low metabolic rate, it will be much more difficult to absorb and release anything you eat, not that you can’t but it will be at a much slower rate. Any heavy food or carbohydrates can really wipe you out physically, and any sugar will turn to fat much more rapidly. Eat smaller meals, less often, and above all, learn to recognize when you are full. You can always eat again later!
Exercise Programs:
Music, dance, biking, the stair master, treadmill, rowing machine, swimming, ice skating, canoeing, rowing, water skiing, surfing, water-aerobics classes. Step aerobic, ballet, jazz or other types of dance will be very appealing to you now. Meditative techniques, yoga and Tai Chi might capture your interest as well.
Eat:
Liver, lean beef, lamb, egg yolks, oysters, kidneys, whole-grain cereals, barley, dried beans, beet, spinach, onions, lettuce, raisins, dates, apricots, peaches, grapes, apples, lemons, oranges, lettuce, strawberries, radishes, cucumbers, almonds, walnuts.
Avoid:
Cut down on table salt, for that can make you feel bloated. Coffee can over-stimulate you and should be cut down to a bare minimum. Neptune people are particularly susceptible to the effects of alcohol. Because the ruler Neptune also governs drugs, you should be careful in their use. Get advice first before you take anything new. Water retention is a problem and since you will be drawn to salt, the problem only gets worse. Avoid alcohol in excess too because it will tend to dehydrate you.
Neptune conjunct Asc.:
I really like Neptune planets, because it is the only planet that can present false facts and lies to your conscious mind, and you swallow it, bag and baggage. When it comes to the way you can do yourself in, either through drugs, medication, alcohol or people you depend or rely on as authority figures, Neptune is the bomb! This usually happens with the negative or difficult aspects though. The positive ones can serve to enlighten or awaken latent abilities within you.
Relationships will never be the same again with this influence, as a deceptive and suspicious time has arrived for you. Watch relationships carefully and see them for what they really are. They say that love is blind and this month will provide the proof. Emotionally you will be very sensitive to the world around you and your emotional state will influence your health and appearance.
Find self expression through art and music and express what you feel through these mediums. Consequences of the past or karmic conditions can come to you, either bad or good, and activities will be carried on in secret, choosing to keep your private life, very private. Love relationships from past lives can arrive in your life to teach you the errors of your ways.
Pluto in 10th house:
Last in line, but not forgotten we have the planet PLUTO who is the master of digging down beneath the surface of who you are and bringing some very powerful yet subtle changes into your life. Pluto is where your OBSESSIONS can be found this month.
Manipulation and power plays can be found in politics, career or getting ahead in some way now. Being in a position of authority can have a profound effect on you. If Pluto makes a difficult aspect while in the 10th house, then you might suffer from reversals of fortune or experience drastic changes in career.
Additional 10th house interpretations:
Profession, occupation, ambitions, goals, talents, satisfaction from work, your public self, status, the actual title of your job, reputation, what you are known for, strangers perceptions of you, public reputation, status, life direction, achievements, honor, dishonor, authority figures, government, politics.
Pluto trine N. Node:
Gains can come from people who bring opportunities to you this month, and new relationships can be found around community groups or professional surroundings. New relationships can begin or you may end an old one, and new attractions can come into your life as well. Considerable efforts through difficult tasks allows growth and maturity to take place.
Interaction of the Lunar Return and Natal Chart
The following influences are based on the relationship of the Lunar return to the natal chart. These influences tend to bring about changes in attitudes and your perspective on life.
Lunar Return Ascendant in Natal 7th house:
With your Natal 7th house on the Lunar Ascendant, making compromises to others, and overlooking differences for the sake of relationships can come into focus. Any difficulties in love and relationships are likely to surface to be dealt with. You are more than likely to be the initiator of relationships now. Matters of marriage and divorce
Additional 7th house influences brought into the spotlight:
Commitment, harmony, marriage partners, romantic partners, business partners, doctor and patient relationships, relating to people who oppose your ideas, competitors, adversaries, opponents in any area, conflicts, enemies, lawsuits, karmic patterns, people's reactions to our actions, the public, and legal affairs. or litigation are all part of this energy, and are sure to be an essential part of what is going on in some way.
Natal Ascendant in Lunar Return 6th house:
With your natal Ascendant now in the Lunar 6th house, the things that you must do on a day-to-day basis and matters of health will be very important. The 6th house represents the job you do, or daily occupations and things that you do to be of use and service for others. Most importantly, it is where you as an individual fit this month.
Additional 6th house interpretations:
Diet, service to others, coworkers, attention to detail, waiting on others, using skills, teaching others skills, craftsmanship, organization abilities, work routine, chores, responsibilities, punctuality, schedules, competency, how you work, taking responsibility for health or fitness, exercise, health care, stress, sleep habits, caring for the health of others, therapy, nutrition, nursing, tasks, habits, overall health, hard work, employees, hygiene, working environment, pets and animals.