I thought something Bad was going to happen to me on the eclipse.

Last week was a whirlwind - I barely had a moment to catch my breath. In the midst of it all, I stole a glance at how the Solar eclipse was affecting my natal chart. To my surprise, I found myself grappling with a genuine fear that something bad could happen to me. 

I thought this for 2 reasons. 

First, the solar eclipse activated my 9th house (through my sun) of travel - I would be travelling home from a brief weekend trip on this day. Second, the Moon would also be passing through my 12th house (through my rising) right before the eclipse. This led me to think that something dangerous could occur that caused a major change in my life while I was travelling. Thankfully, on my 5 hours bus ride to my destination, I was able to reflect on this astrology more closely and calm myself down. 

There are layers to astrology - the Popular Layer - things shared in basic tick toks that describe some of the main themes of astrology focused on things happening TO you. 

Then there is a second layer - The Consciousness Layer - the less discussed details of astrology that reveal how the exact transits actually influence your consciousness. This layer is where astrology for personal growth lies. 

When I had more time, I delved deeper into the consciousness layer of transit analysis. The activation of my 9th house hinted at a potential for intellectual expansion and shifts in my mindset. This sparked my curiosity to explore new subjects that could significantly shape my worldview and astrological perspective. Additionally, I received positive news about my career, which I interpreted as a manifestation of the 9th house's expansion and the 12th house's theme of closure. There are so many more ways that I have seen the themes of these houses show up over the course of the eclipse but would be too much to share.

Ultimately, I share this experience to underscore a crucial point-astrology is not always the dramatic spectacle that influencers and news articles often portray. In my view, its true worth lies in its capacity to serve as a mirror for self-reflection and mindfulness, helping us understand our current state and how it aligns with our aspirations and needs. 

Sometimes, you need a hand to help you understand astrology through the consciousness layer and lens of mindfulness - that is what I am here for! So Stay tuned for biweekly pajama astrology videos or work with me directly by checking out my services here.