Examining Purpose - BitchScopes for August 30-September 6

There are SIX quincunxes this week. I find the quincunx aspect very interesting, but after having a DOZEN of them in August, and having felt the sting of their awkward adjustment energy, I’m over it. Next! More trines please!

There are 5 more quincunxes in the remainder of September, making at least 11, and possibly making September at least somewhat similar to August (shit!) and some degree of uncomfortable... Again. Still. As usual. Ad nauseum. Fuck.

I will say that I feel that the slates were mostly cleared in August and that in September we begin to start something from scratch. The New Moon in Virgo is a great opportunity for us to set intentions for creating and inviting things in our lives that we care about, activities that matter to us, and relationships that serve us better than the ones we left behind in August. The ground IS fertile. Because even after a fire scorches the earth, little green saplings will poke through the destruction as they reach for the Sun. Endings and Beginnings, Life and Death, blah blah blah. It isn’t much fun. But I do not think September will be nearly as harsh as August for most of us.

Mars is very active this week.  He's currently in Virgo, so our perfectionistic tendencies will be strong, and impatience may be an issue.  This makes for good productivity if you can harness it correctly.  Mars can help you get things done at work, but this placement isn't super for relationships. Also not super for relationships is the Venus Pluto square.  We can't ignore Pluto, even if we try.  Power struggles are a strong possibility.  I feel these will likely take place in personal relationships, but many of our work relationships  could feel tense too.  

Speaking of work... Vesta appears a few times this week, and I haven’t seen her around these parts since July. Vesta rules our sacred flame - the work we do in the world that is sacred to us. Service matters so much to Virgo, so this feels very timely. The same is true of Ceres (to a lesser degree), who also peeks out this week. Ceres is sometimes considered the co-ruler of Virgo, as she is the goddess of the harvest. Work and Purpose will take a front seat to relationships this week, which might be an OK thing since relationships might be touchy. Try not to get too buried in any one project, because you might miss the big picture. And try to tread softly in relationships, because insecurity may run amok at this time. Listen to your heart, both in regards to your calling and higher purpose, and in regards to your intimate partnerships. Listen more than you speak. Give more than you take.

Neptune makes 3 difficult aspects this week (more appearances than the last several weeks), so art and music could soothe the aching soul. Listen to music that soothes you or provides you catharsis. I used to listen to Audioslave on my way to the job from hell (we miss your voice, Chris Cornell!). Or sometimes I would listen to Hallelujah by Leonard Cohen (sung by Tori Kelly), or “Ave Maria” (my fave is by Christina Perri, but take your pick) on repeat. Both would help me clear my emotions and my head before entering the war zone. Since these transits are a bit awkward and bajiggity, if we lean into the Neptunian portion of it, we can maybe find some solace. Just be sure to not lose yourself in the escape.

Having said all that, there ARE some nice, juicy trines in the rest of September. There are also some squares...but squares can provide us with the impetus to make change, so I don’t find them wholly objectionable. Feeling sassy is better than feeling crappy! This Fall IS shaping up to be juicy, so keep your bitchy lil chin up!

8/30

• Mercury enters libra - diplomacy rules

8/31

• Sun quincunx Saturn - a divide between what you want to do and your responsibilities and obligations

9/1

• Mars opposite Pallas - you impulsiveness goes head to head with your strategic genius
• Saturn trine Ceres - your nurturing can tende to be more pragmatic and stoic

9/2

• Pallas quincunx Vesta - changes in your work can challenge your instincts and intuition
• Mercury trine Lilith - expression of your more rebellious ideas comes naturally. eep!
• Mars opposite Neptune - feeling discouraged, inadequate and insecure.

9/3

• Sun square Juno - potential for feeling at cross-purposes with your partner, conflicts in relationships
• Venus conjunct Vesta - effort to have a peaceful environment; focus on material needs
• Mercury trine North Node - the words and ideas that can advance us toward our calling

9/4

• Venus quincunx Neptune - you may be blinded to harsher truths and instead feel dreamy and romantic. Honestly, I’ll take it. Its temporary. Enjoy that fantasy.
• Sun quincunx Chiron - creativity helps heal wounds
• Mercury trine Saturn - good focus and concentration
• Neptune quincunx Vesta - your focus on your work is required; disappointment at work is possible; lack of motivation

9/5

• Venus square Pluto - possible power struggles in relationships
• Venus opposed Eris - jealousy is possible in relationships

9/6

• Mars quincunx Eris - more power struggles; impulsiveness
• Mercury enters shadow phase (retrograde 9/27-10/17) - this retrograde will happen in Libra...so partnerships and relationships may feel a little detached; but depending on your chart, this could increase connection and intimacy. Let’s not panic just yet.
• New Moon in Virgo 5:51PM PST - Clean slate for starting fresh new intentions.
• Mars trine Pluto - ambition
• Venus trine Jupiter - optimism in love (thank goddess!)
• Sun trine Uranus - positive change and excitement
• Mars quincunx Jupiter - distracted from the real opportunities by shiny objects and busy work; impatience

ARIES - Your 6th and 12th house axis will be activated  this week, so work is highlighted.  What you do in the world, perhaps as a service, is emphasized, as is your spiritual side.  Mars & the New Moon will be transiting your 6th house, and Neptune is in the 12th.  Be aware of your shadow behaviors like moodiness and heavy- handedness, particularly about things that mean a lot to you.  Vesta will be in your 7th house, activated by a number of aspects, and will naturally bring your focus to relationships.  Be aware of either criticism or disconnectedness (caused by irritation) .  Use the moon to manifest a new routine with your partner.  

TAURUS - Your  5th and 11th house axis is activated this week, which is pretty cool, honestly.  Creativity, children, friends, hopes & dreams are all activated for you. Vesta  will be in your 6th house of routine;  the New Moon and Mars will be in your 5th house of creativity and fun, and Neptune is in your 11th house.   I smell a furniture re-arranging or re-decorating project! That would be an excellent way to channel your energy this week, particularly if you are feeling meh, insecure or just crappy about your home/family life.

GEMINI - Mars and Neptune activate your 4th and 10th house axis this week, so the pull between work and home/family is emphasized.  Vesta will be in your 5th house, which is great for you.  The New Moon and Mars will be in your 4th house of family.  You have a busy mind, and in this energy you can utilize that in creative ways to get things done both at work and at home.  If you need to throw yourself into writing, art, painting etc. in order to avoid a blow up in either place, do it!  Feelings of betrayal will pass.  Use the New Moon to create a fresh new beginning!

CANCER - Your 3rd and 9th house axis is activated this week.  Mars & the New Moon will be in your 3rd house of communication, so if you have something to write or publish, get after it.  Neptune in the 9th will stimulate your spiritual side. That 3rd house energy could be really fruitful for you, so beware of the desire to be lazy.  Normally I would tell you to soak it up and relax, but this week, its the little devil on your shoulder telling you to procrastinate that might getcha. 

LEO - Your 2nd and 8th house axis is activated this week, bringing a focus to money matters, as well as values and intimacy.  Mars and the New Moon hit the 2nd house, so use the moon to manifest! Neptune will be in your 8th house, so you may be in some denial about debt or loans.  That Virgo energy in your earned income area, however, can compensate with great management and organization. This is a period of transition for you, so get those ducks in a row and utilize that New Moon energy. 

VIRGO - Your 1st and 7th house axis this week, bringing focus to your identity and how you project it into relationships.  Be aware of self criticism.  This New Moon and Mars will be in that 1st house, so if you want to change something about yourself, make sure you do it for the right reasons.  Be careful of anything or anyone who doesn't seem honest.  However in this current energy, you'll need to watch for that in yourself as well.  If someone doesn't value your part of a relationship, don't assume they are right. Do the deep work and find your own value.  Use that New Moon!

LIBRA -  Your 12th and 6th house axis is activated this week, while Vesta is busy in your 1st house of identity. Mars and the New Moon are in your 12th house of shadows, do you may feel withdrawn.  Your instincts can feel muffled in this placement for Mars as well.  So if depression creeps in, just realize it is temporary.  If your routine has been upended, find something to keep yourself busy.  Beware of the desire to procrastinate or be in denial about some part of your life.  While you may not feel particularly empowered, you can use the New Moon to manifest some positive new habits. 

SCORPIO -  Your 11th and 5th house axis is activated this week. The New Moon and Mars will be in your 11th house of friends, hopes and dreams, while Neptune will be in a great placement in the 5th house of creativity.  It is probably high time you did something fun with your friends.  Vesta will be in your 12th house of shadows, so pay attention to your dreams and spiritual practice.  If you find yourself feeling judgey of yourself, or questioning your value, remind yourself that this is temporary.  Lean on your friends and if necessary, use the New Moon to manifest new connections. 

SAGITTARIUS - Your 10th and 4th house axis is activated this week, and the focus will be squarely on your career and your desire to succeed.  Mars and the New Moon in Virgo will be in your work sector. Your energy and your social calendar will probably be pretty busy. But Neptune is transiting your 4th house of home and family.  Don't neglect your family just because they don't ask for attention all the time.  Your particular sensitivities are needed at home right now, just as much as your skills are needed at work.   This would be a good time to do some home decorating projects with your family.  

CAPRICORN - Your 9th and 3rd house axis is activated this week. Mars and the New Moon will be in your 9th house, and you may be craving new adventures or feeling a bit bored.  Use the moon to manifest those adventures you are craving.  In the meantime, utilize Neptune in your 3rd house of communication to do some creative writing or journaling.  Vesta is in your 10th house of career, so you may question the meaningfulness of your job, or crave something more.  Don't let this get you down, because this discomfort is temporary.  Lean into your spiritual beliefs to get your through. 

AQUARIUS -  Your 8th and 2nd house axis is activated this week, with particular emphasis on your 8th house of "other people's money".  Loans and debts may come up for attention or consideration. The New Moon and Mars in that house actually are on your side. Use the New Moon energy to manifest a path forward.  Meanwhile, Neptune in your 2nd house of earned income may make your money situation a little screwy, or have you questioning your value.  Don't get too bogged down in this energy as it is temporary.  Lean into your spiritual beliefs, as Vesta is waking up your 9th house.  Meditation and prayer can give you a great deal of clarity and comfort right now.

PISCES -  Your 7th and 1st house axis is activated this week by Mars, the New Moon, and Neptune, respectively.  Neptune in your 1st house can distort how you perceive yourself.  I wouldn't recommend a drastic haircut right now, or anything that changes your appearance, because the results will be distorted through your eyes. Wait until the energy is clearer.  This energy lies opposite to the relationship energy being activated by Mars and the Moon.  Use the New Moon to manifest more security in your relationships with others and with yourself, and resist the urge to dwell on past experiences. 

The Scorpion and the Shrew - BitchScopes for August 23-30

Well we have another heavy hitting week in the sky. I can’t remember a time when we didn’t. I honestly try to keep it light and hopeful around here, but the planets don’t lie. I am, however, an eternal optimist, and I do believe that difficult times give way to better times. The chaos that we feel individually is happening globally and to the whole collective. That is no consolation, really, but the point is, there are massive shifts happening and it's uncomfortable, but ultimately for our benefit.

This week, the stand out event to me is Pluto (in Capricorn) square Eris (in Aries). Eris has been stirring things up since her discovery and addition to our collective consciousness in 2003. When she dances with Pluto, it is always a dance of passion. And by “passion” I don’t mean romance. Passion is about suffering. These 2 planets are constantly vying for supremacy. They have aspected each other in various ways over the last decades; it has been a Tango, it has been a Paso Doble, it has been a Crumping street duel.

Pluto insists on transformation, and on some level, sacrifice of the self to the process. Eris is proud and egotistical, and will not be subservient, or submissive, or subjugated. It is like watching a scorpion fight with a shrew. (Yes, I went down a YouTube rabbit hole to see what animals can win against scorpions. The shrew is a tough little critter, and I chose it for this analogy because bitchy women are sometimes called shrews. Welcome to my brain. Watch where you sit.)

Watch for your ego and your triggered shadow behaviors in the power plays of this week.

Ironically, Mercury also enters diplomatic Libra this week. This makes me laugh, because the rest of the week does not feel diplomatic. It feels pouty, angry, stubborn, resentful, powerful...but not diplomatic. We have to remember to lean in to those diplomacy skills and charming behaviors, because, you catch more flies with honey than with vinegar. (What a weird phrase. Who wants to catch flies??!!)

You will likely feel a bit lost and confused this week. Don’t make big business decisions this week. Don’t give away your power or energy to a useless argument. Do stand up for yourself. Do spend time thinking about your goals and dreams. The whole month of August has been riddled with quincunxes, which ask us to make difficult adjustments to achieve our goals. We have made it through this hellstorm of a month. Chin up, we’ve got this, bitches!

8/23
Venus trine Saturn - commitments and contracts are favored

8/24
Mercury opposite Neptune - mental confusion (oh great. More? Again? always…?)

8/26
Mercury trine Pluto - problem solving, good transit for convincing someone

8/26
Mercury quincunx Eris - self sabotaging thoughts, overthinking your role, other people’s negative voices in your head.

8/27
Mercury quincunx Jupiter - unclear about goals; ambivilance

8/27
Pluto square Eris - this is kind of a big deal. There have been 3 squares between these 2 in 2020, and this is the 1st of 2 in 2021. This is a change or die sort of vibe, with a lot of ego battles thrown in for funsies

8/28
Venus quincunx Uranus - the need for independence in romantic or financial relationships

8/28
Sun square North Node - reaching your goals may require a sacrifice

8/30
Mercury enters libra - diplomacy rules

8/31
Sun quincunx Saturn - a divide between what you want to do and your responsibilities and obligations



ARIES - Pluto and Eris will activate your 10th and 1st houses of Career and Self Identity. (It may vary depending on your specific birth chart, but this is where they will hit in your solar chart). Feeling left out of something at work or around your public persona could trigger you into some shadowy behavior. It is important that you be aware of your strengths and weaknesses and innate gifts. Take personal inventory. When you are very clear about what you have to offer, you will feel less threatened by bullshit and challenges to your reputation and image.

TAURUS - Your beliefs are up for examination. Although, you may not be examining them consciously per se, it will be happening under the surface. Something is out of balance. Are you relying on “luck” too much, or are you obsessively planning for something? Are you planning for your success, or are you planning in case of failure...there’s an important difference. Somewhere in the middle of the spectrum between “pure luck” and “hard work” is the sweet spot. Check your faith o’meter.

GEMINI - You will feel the influence of others this week. The activity in your 11th house of associations, and your 8th house of other people’s money are both activated by the Eris Pluto Square. There is someone, or some thing or situation that has a suffocating type of influence on you. This feels like something that will be removed for you, but in the event that it is not, you do have the power to move this energy. A friend or colleague may be able to assist you. When you do move beyond this issue, there is an unexpected reward, either monetary or in the form of a fresh start.

CANCER - There’s a relationship that very likely needs to come to a close. This could either be a personal, romantic connection, or a work connection, as both your 10th and 7th houses are activated by Pluto and Eris. The action you need to take will be very clear, or it isn’t the right action. Once you close out this relationship, your chances of success increase by a great deal.

LEO - There seems to be a theme this week among the signs and it is that of “exits”. These are not the kind that happen to us in an upsetting way. These are the kind that we make happen because we need to. Such is the case for you. You should find a way to quietly back out of a situation or relationship that doesn’t offer you what you want or align with your principles. You can’t be the nice guy and just go along with it on this issue, you must make a move, or you will be stuck with whatever this is, and it doesn’t particularly benefit you.

VIRGO - It might be time to tidy up, do some Marie Kondo’ing, and get your ducks in a row. There’s a certain chaotic energy that is holding you back from making progress. While planning is one of your strongest skills, something is amiss. It may be something you don’t want to look at, like debt, or an unhealthy relationship. Let the light in, and the pieces will fall into place.

LIBRA - Your home and family are emphasized with Eris and Pluto squaring in your 4th and 7th houses. Home is where you can power up and take care of yourself. Let your family help you take inventory of your skills and talents so you can conquer the competition out in the world. Things will seem to move slow for you in areas other than home, but it is temporary. You’re being forced to take a breather, so this week, don’t fight it.

SCORPIO - You definitely are one of the stand outs this week in the Scopes. Some very positive developments are likely for you and it looks like it is a career or publishing opportunity. There is some type of new venture coming in and you’ll have plenty of support around whatever this is. Congratulations. Be sure to let me know what happens!

SAGITTARIUS - You may feel defeated now, but when the judgement comes down, you’ll be found in the clear (This could also be about one of your children). If there is anything legal brewing in your world, you will come out of this just fine. If you are, or have been in a dark place emotionally, you will be emerging from it, and not empty-handed, very soon.

CAPRICORN - Your sense of self is undergoing some difficult transformative experiences. Your 1st and 4th houses are activated by Pluto and Eris, so both your identity and your family are highlighted now. Whatever is put in the wood chipper in the current processes will act as fertile soil for future endeavors. But this isn’t all doom and gloom. It looks to me like you will emerge from this with your enthusiasm fully intact, and that’s saying a lot.

AQUARIUS - Boundaries are important in your current plans. Make sure you stay within your own integrity and act fairly. Your ability to discern without emotional fuss is useful, and your style of leadership will be appreciated going forward, even if you have felt it hasn’t been thus far. Be particularly mindful of your communication, and make sure it is clear, fair, and concise. Success is on the horizon, so all of this matters more than you realize.

PISCES - The situation around money will turn out better than you think. Your friends and associates may help you as well. Your 2nd and 11th houses are activated by Eris and Pluto, so your income is undergoing some kind of transformation or reckoning. The 11th house is the house of hopes and dreams, and it looks pretty clear that this transformation is a positive one.

There's something about Aquary - BitchScopes for the week of August 16th

DejaVu?   In July we had a full moon in Aquarius, and this month we have another. There’s something about Aquary..us (its a reference to “there’s something about Mary”) - we have to pay attention to this. Aquarius rules technology, the future, change, doing things differently, freedom, community, humanitarianism and innovation. Jupiter is conjunct this moon, so whatever you (we) are releasing, it could be pretty obvious. Let’s talk about change…

What hasn’t changed for all of us in the last 2 years? Life is very different. Society is changed. Interactions are altered. Jobs are evolving. We are being forced to do things in a new way. We aren’t particularly happy about most of it, but we have ALL been swept into these changes. The fact that this pandemic...this seemingly unending, ridiculous, awful, scary pandemic...is global is not to be ignored. This isn’t just the USA having to do something new, or any one country. WE ALL do. We have to look at the climate crisis as a human species because no matter how different we are, we all live here! We have to look at these health crises, because it is ravaging all the countries. We have to look at local and global economies because it is glaringly obvious now that some of this shit that has been in place for a few hundred years doesn‘t really serve everyone the best way anymore. This is about the collective. This is about what benefits the greatest number of people.

You know what Aquarius is NOT about? Feelings. She doesn’t really focus on, encourage, or dwell on feelings, because she’s after the greater good. All of these huge issues ask us to put our individual feelings aside and do what is best for society. This could be said about the pandemic, the climate crisis, gun control, economic issues, housing shortages, minimum wage issues….all of these are up for examination. Now that Saturn is in Aquarius we are not going to escape this discussion. Period. In Capricorn, Saturn took aim at the cracks in the foundations. Now he is scrutinizing our collective ethics. So far we aren’t getting a good grade. Saturn isn’t going to let us slide, we HAVE to do that work. (His next transit into Pisces in 2023 will challenge our empathic strengths and weaknesses, and our ability to embrace other people’s struggles as our own...but more on that later.)

This full moon also falls on the 29th degree, which is called “the anaretic”. This is a critical point and another reason that whatever is being released here, it won’t be subtle or easily ignored. If you have a decision to make, you won’t have trouble making it.

We have some things in our favor this month too - We have 5 planets in domicile, or in their home sign: Sun in Leo, Mercury in Virgo, Venus in Libra, Saturn in Aquarius, and Neptune in Pisces. This gives our strengths a power boost.

The other significant energies of this week are about love, commitment, contracts, and expression of ideas. There’s expansion happening in your mind, in your relationships, and in your sense of purpose.

While I’ve written about some heavy stuff, this week actually could be very empowering if you don’t get too wrapped up in your feelings. Think outside the box of your own head, and embrace change. Contribute to the conversation in a positive way as much as possible this week, and keep an open mind about the good things that can happen as a result of change. It is often hard to see it when you're in the midst of it. So practice mantras like “How can the Universe surprise and delight me today?” “What is possible?” “How can it get better than this?” And let the Universe bring you the answers to those questions.

8/16

• Venus enters Libra - Venus in her home sign makes her super charming, and giving all of us a boost in confidence
• Mercury quincunx Saturn - feeling out of sorts mentally, not able to connect the dots

8/17

• Sun trine Eris - our edgy and rebellious tendencies can be expressed
• Sun quincunx Pluto - turning point, can feel like a minor crisis

8/18

• Mercury conjunct Mars - thoughts and ideas meet action

8/19

• Sun opposite Jupiter - opportunities for success; increased vitality; watch for cockiness
• Uranus Retrograde - both globally and personally - desire for freedom and change; low tolerance for inauthenticity and bullshit;

8/20

• Mercury trine Uranus - clear communication of ideas and opinions

8/21

• Venus trine North Node - our understanding of love expands; karmic healing and releasing

8/22

• Sun enters Virgo - scrutiny, analysis, service to others are all favored and emphasized
• Mars trine Uranus - impulsivity, risk taking, pleasant surprises
• Full Moon 29 degrees Aquarius 5:03am pst - our 2nd Aquarius full moon in a row The beginning of this energy was at the end of July, now we close whatever that was.
• Moon conjunct Jupiter - optimism and good luck

8/23

• Venus trine Saturn - commitments and contracts are favored

ARIES - You DO have the strength to embark on this new journey/adventure. This period of time is all about your associations, friendships, and community. You have to let go of the old in order to embrace the new, and that includes old patterns of behavior that don’t serve you anymore.

TAURUS - If you’re feeling depressed about the choices you have, examine the possibility that your expectations may have been unrealistic. This likely relates to career options, as that’s the house where this full moon lands. Unfortunately, not everyone will handle things with the integrity you would, so don’t expect them too...even though that’s a bitter pill. (you’re allowed to wash it down with vodka.)

GEMINI - If you find your state of mind is pretty negative these days, first of all, few people could blame you. It’s been rough. But don’t feel like you have to feel gloomy just because it has become a familiar feeling. Take control of your outlook!

CANCER - I feel like I’ve said this to every sign, but...endings and beginnings are 2 sides of the same coin. This full moon falls in a pretty deep area of your chart, and you may be feeling the sting of a loss pretty intensely. It is really hard to swallow right now, but better things will be coming...sooner than you think.

LEO - If your close personal relationships feel a little difficult right now, hang on. It would be really easy for you to be manipulative to take control of this situation, but you know that leads to drama (the bad kind). This full moon asks you to really let go of past emotional/relationship baggage...f’real.

VIRGO - There may be an argument or confrontation starting to bubble up around your work or your work routine. Maybe you don’t feel supported or like things are out of balance. Unfortunately, most everyone is in some kind of mood right now and has their fingers in their ears. This is not permanent, so your best bet is to bite your tongue for now, if you can.

LIBRA - You may feel somewhat betrayed, either by a parent, or one of your children. This is a tough situation. You will make more progress by remaining open and warm than if you close your self off and seethe. You’re dealing with individuals with their own will, and it isn’t a battle you can win. Try to take the high road, and vent to a safe 3rd party.

SCORPIO - If you’re house shopping, this is a great time for you. Even if you’re not, there’s something to be celebrated at home. It may be as simple as relationships going more smoothly, or a redecorating project. Let go of objects in your home that don’t reflect who you are anymore. You’ll be surprised what a declutter can do.

SAGITTARIUS- Sometimes transformation isn’t pretty. Ok, maybe “often” is more accurate. Don’t be overly stubborn and cling to your rightness to win a stupid argument. Let go and let whatever this is transform. This could be a disagreement with a sibling or a neighbor, in which case, good boundaries make good relationships.

CAPRICORN - Conflict with a mother energy is what’s afoot, perhaps with money involved, as this full moon falls in your 2nd house. That sounds like a hoot...not! This is yukky, and you obviously want it over yesterday. Be patient and calm. No...really. Hold the line. Hold your tongue. Hold on. This will pass.

AQUARIUS - New beginnings, new beginnings, new beginnings. Every way I look at your current energy this is what comes up. Tarot: the Fool and Ace of Wands. The full moon: 1st house. Saturn, 1st house. Yes, getting to the top of the heap can be difficult and exhausting. Keep going, because you are truly almost there! You’ll have a new view and a new outlook soon!

PISCES - What you could truly benefit from is a good clearing and some shadow work. There’s a burden you carry that you unconsciously hold on to because it makes you feel “real”. Pain often falls into this category, where we hang on to something that hurt us so we don’t forget. But at this point, it is holding you back. Focus on what’s in the closet and clean it out...this full moon will help. But it would be better if you did it of your own volition.

"quincunxy"...1st cousin of "bajiggity" - BitchScopes for August 9-16

It’s a week of a bizarre number of quincunxes. There are 6 of these in this week’s aspects. August in general has a bunch of them. The Quincunx is awkward and requires adjustment to be resolved. That adjustment is not usually one we really like or are happy to make. It isn’t so much that anything here is painful, its just awkward and “Well shit. That’s not how I thought that was gonna go.”

There isn’t a lot of soft or light hearted energy this week, so it's best to bring the softness to the table yourself. Try not to pick fights, be aware of your insecurities, be a good listener and try to be a team player. The New Moon we just had on the 8th is already doing its work to bring in what you’ve been manifesting (The Lion’s Gate made is very potent!), and that means adjustments will need to be made to make those manifestations fit. So if you look at the awkwardness in that way, it is a bit less irritating.

Some of the scopes have some authority imbalances noted.  With these kinds of issues in this energy, your best bet is to use your intellect.  You can be soft and flexible while still reclaiming your personal authority.  It's called "Kill em with kindness" and it is a well honed skill of Virgo.  With both Mars and Venus in Virgo right now, and Mercury moving there this week, you can take advantage of that energy to your advantage. Let "them" believe they are getting their way by skillful and diplomatic (not malicious) manipulation.  

and that, y'all, is why these are called BitchScopes 

8/9 Mercury quincunx Pluto - desire to uncover hidden truths or motivations

8/9 Venus opposite Neptune - relationships can be over idealized or cause disappointment

8/10 Mercury opposite Jupiter - big ideas and plans

8/11 Venus trine Pluto - positive passion and intensity in relationships

8/11 Mercury enters virgo - attentive and focused

8/11 Mars square Lunar Nodes - a missed step, in this case an “action”

8/11 Venus quincunx Eris - insecurity and jealousy in relationships

8/13 Mars quincunx Saturn - frustrations about limitations and necessary adjustments that you resent

8/14 Venus quincunx Jupiter - opportunities to advance present themselves but you may be unable to jump on them

8/14 Sun quincunx Neptune - adjustments may be necessary to your dreams and plans but you may be feeling a little too dreamy to enact them.

8/15 Mercury square Lunar Nodes - tendency to over analyze things as they relate to your life goals

8/16 Venus enters Libra - this is “home” for Venus and she is very comfortable and charming here

8/16 Mercury quincunx Saturn - feeling out of sorts mentally, not able to connect the dots

ARIES - If you are feeling a bit disconnected from yourself, it is probably due to an interaction you had with someone that feels shady. The best way for you to navigate this is to be diplomatically tricky and use your intellect to bring things into the light. This is one of those cases where “manipulation” isn’t an evil thing. Stay on the right side of your own integrity, but don’t be ashamed to use your guile to have your own back.

TAURUS - As if often the case for you, things may not be moving as quickly or in the direction you would like. Impatience may be a bigger problem this week than normal, so you’ll need to really keep yourself in check so you don’t cut off your nose to spite your face. Look for balance in the difficult scenarios, and if that means you have to be a more cooperative partner or team mate, do what you can to do that.

GEMINI - If you are feeling disappointed or disillusioned, fear not. This is those pesky adjustments and incongruities rearing their heads. Just because you can’t see and fully grasp the path ahead of you, doesn’t mean it isn’t there. Your mind almost always moves faster than life does. Pull back, spend some time alone and really assess your desires and needs. Let go of the attachments to how things happen and try to be open to letting them happen in the right way, at the right time.

CANCER - You may have a lot of creative energy bubbling right now. The problem is your motivation is not matching your creativity. If you need to take a break, do so. Dare I say, even allow yourself to be lazy. Gasp! Make notes. Brainstorm. Refine your ideas into a plan and prioritize them. If you need to go into your shell and be a little less productive temporarily, it is OKAY!

LEO - You already know this about yourself, but sometimes your passion burns YOU the deepest. You lead with your heart, and that is your super power; but super powers are vulnerable to kryptonite, and yours is love. See those colorful flags on the field? That’s not a parade, you sweet optimist. Those are warnings. Be careful with your self.

VIRGO - All the struggle will soon pay off. You are, or will be changed by the things that have transpired in your personal life recently. But all things work together for good if you can have faith in the process. It isn’t easy to do. But soon you’ll be seeing the fruits of success. Some really good stuff is right ahead of you...believe

LIBRA - There’s a lot going on in your life right now, particularly if you have children (but this still holds true if you don’t). Their life experiences (or the experiences of your students, family, or work family) and milestones can feel a bit overwhelming at times. You thrive on order and balance, and you can feel pretty bajiggity if anything hits at chaos. Try to remember that chaos is the foundational principle of creation. Sort the chaotic pieces and try to stay organized. Dynamics and traditions and patterns are due for change, and that’s ok. Keep your head on straight, and soon life won’t feel so messy.

SCORPIO - Really good things are on the horizon for you, particularly at home and with your family or close tribe members. A period of renewed stability is coming. Your courage and strength have brought you through some hard times. Now you can focus on turning that strength inward a bit and setting up good boundaries for yourself so that you can truly enjoy the abundance that is coming.

SAGITTARIUS - You may be feeling overwhelmed and a bit exhausted by recent events or situations. It is especially important for you to realize there is help and support around you, and you need to be strong enough to ask for it when necessary. This help may be any number of things, but pay particular attention to the women around you. I also feel you will overcome this busy period of time by using your intellect and ability to recognize patterns and flow within systems. This is temporary, but take care of yourself more than usual.

CAPRICORN - There seems to be an issue with a particular entity, authority, or institution who you don’t trust or who isn’t serving its proper purpose in your life lately. Examine these roles and feel empowered and free to take action, make a statement, ask a question, etc. If you’re feeling stuck, take a look at your interactions with other people. You may be either too isolated and alone, or needing more time alone. But it is clear that things are a bit out of balance. It will clear up soon anyway, but you’d be wise to examine whatever these relationships are.

AQUARIUS - You are in a prison of your own making. You are applying rules and principles to a version of you that doesn’t exist anymore. The version of happiness that you are trying to achieve in your current life is incongruous with the person you are now. The limits and restrictions you’re sensing are the chains of the past. Shake them off and pursue a life of success based on who you are today.


PISCES - There is an imbalance of authority in your life that requires some possibly tough decisions. There is a strong possibility that you have given away a bit too much of your personal power to a team or partnership of some kind, and you can gain it back, but it may feel awkward and uncomfortable. It will be worth it

Ahoy! Lion's Gate Portal Ahead! - BitchScopes for August 2-9

This week has the potential to be pretty bajiggity. If you’re new here, “bajiggity” is a spirit word (according to me) meaning uneasy, nervous, anxious. Uranus has a strong influence all week, which can bring physical anxiety, as well as mental monkey mind. Without question the biggest day of the week is Sunday the 8th.

There is a New Moon in Leo, but it is also aspected by Uranus, AND takes place during the “Lions Gate Portal”. The Lions Gate Portal marks the rising of the star Sirius. Sirius is called our “spiritual sun”. With the rising of this star, a portal opens for manifesting and receiving information from a higher vibration. Realizations and ascensions can take place around this time.This is a period of high creativity and openness. Combined with the fact that it falls on a New Moon, all of this is enhanced.

8/8 is a very “lucky” and abundant day. All of the energy it bring is positive. However because Uranus is aspecting this moon with a square, things may feel chaotic and anxious. Sirius makes this is a very potent new moon and you can manifest changes that can be profound. But changes may come quickly. Some things you’ve worked on manifesting in the past may come to fruition suddenly, and new manifestations may arrive much faster, and that can be a little overwhelming at first. You may not even realize what’s happening right way. But when the Uranian dust settles, things will be clearer.

The month of August overall will ask us to be flexible and make many adjustments. There are 12 quincunxes this month, and that is a lot! A quincunx is an awkward aspect between 2 planets and it feels uncomfortable. That discomfort should serve as a prompt for you to make an adjustment, and then another, and another. The good news is that several planets, including the sun, are in their home signs, and this brings ease and alignment. There is a great deal of potential this month.

So welcome to August, bitches! Stay light on your feet, be open to receiving fabulous things, and hold on to the side railing!

August 2

• Sun opposite Saturn - feelings of restriction and awareness of limitations

August 3

• Venus trine Uranus - the desire for new thrills; unexpected and positive emotional experience
• Mercury square Uranus - excitement and change, nervousness

August 6

• Sun square Uranus - changes can cause anxiety and uncertainty

August 7

• Mercury quincunx Neptune - confusion and misunderstandings

August 8

• Mercury trine Eris - conversation with rejected parts of self; deep inquiry
• New Moon Leo - a strong moon for beginning creative projects, and for reclaiming your personal power. Manifesting energy is strong for this new moon, but can cause some messiness as the changes occur.
• Moon square uranus - moodiness
• Moon trine chiron - trust your gut; drawn to experiences that will provide healing
• Lions Gate Portal (rising of Sirius) - high vibration manifesting; psychic downloads

August 9

• Mercury quincunx Pluto - serious and possibly dark thoughts
• Venus opposite Neptune - heightened sensitivity, especially regarding partner; potential confusion regarding finances and love - watch for “too good to be true” opportunities

ARIES - A large chunk of this week’s action will land in your 5th house of creativity and romance. But be careful to not get too distracted, because some really good shit is coming yur way. This new moon and its influences are poised to deliver you manifestations quickly, and provide you with a sense of abundance you haven’t had in a while. The key to maintaining this and turning it from a great moment into a stable foundation is balance. Keep that in mind.

TAURUS - Your home and family will play a larger role in making you feel stable and secure as you move forward from this point. In the past, you may have felt like you needed to have stability to have a solid family. But now, the home and family actually will create the security you want. The trick is to embrace your personal definition of happy family, because if you are honest with yourself, your dream home and family probably isn’t entirely typical. March to the beat of your own drummer and your family will play the melody, to create harmony. (Oh man I want all the way with that analogy. I’m not sorry.)

GEMINI - You may feel a bit off balance lately. Perhaps a job or relationship has ended. This new moon will deliver new relationships and other opportunities pretty much to your door. Don’t hang on to the past. It is time to learn something new. It might be a new skill set, or a new way of relating with a partner, or a type of relationship you’ve never had before. Opportunities will arise to allow you to grow, and your growth will bring even more opportunities.

CANCER - I feel like I’ve said what I’m about to say to you before so I went and looked at the last few Cancer scopes...and I HAVE said this for the last few weeks! Money is highlighted for you in a really positive way. All signs point to a period of more ease and flow and overall comfort. What is required is a little bit of hustle and quite a bit of stubborn determination. I don’t think you’ll need to try to manufacture that drive...it will just happen. It may already be underway. Keep going!

LEO - This is obviously your time to shine, Leo. Lots of eyes and energy is on you, and things are going to show up for you in a magical way in the coming weeks. This doesn’t mean that there won’t be any challenges, or responsibility. Careful and strategic planning and creative manifesting will get you at least half way there. The other part of the equation is pure, unadulterated faith. Believe. Believe in your dreams as utterly possible. Open your arms and receive what the Universe is cooking up for you!

VIRGO - The bad news is there have been many changes to your life. The good news is there are better changes coming! You may find this moon and this week to be challenging to your faith and your ability to trust your intuition. You and the other earth signs have been fighting really hard to get your feet back under you and you seem to keep getting your ass kicked a little. If you were a cancer I wouldn’t tell you to do this, but you’re not so... review your personal history and your victories. Remember how hard it was, until it wasn’t so hard. Good times WILL come, and sooner than you think. You’re just soul tired, and that’s understandable. But believe anyway!!

LIBRA - Life is full of circles and cycles. The finish line is also the starting point. Death leads to life. Life ends in death and allows more life. Things that hurt will give way to things that grow and then things that give joy. This moon lands in your house of friendships. Look at your circle of people. You are worthy of love and kindness...the same love and kindness you so freely give to others. Lean on your true friends often, because they’ve also leaned on you. It’s a circle. Hugs are also circles.

SCORPIO - Lean back and take a look at how far you’ve come and what you’ve built by being determined and dedicated. This moon lands in your career house, and look what a career house you’ve built! You may feel a bit uncertain right now, but that is because you’re at a pivotal point. A new cycle of success and even wealth is on the other side of this weird energy. Be open to things looking a little different than you expected. The choice may not be one you saw coming. But all of these unexpected things will ultimately lead to good!

SAGITTARIUS - This new moon lands in your home base - the 9th house. When you aren’t sure what to believe because everything seems to have changed, believe in this one core truth: you are loved. YOU are loved. You ARE loved. You are LOVED!! What other belief could you require? Other people may have different beliefs and make different choices and maybe even do you wrong. But if you hold to that core belief, it will get you through! If something is trying to leave your life, don’t bar the door just so you can say you were right. Open the door, light up the exit sign and say “thanks for coming. I am loved. Bye”

CAPRICORN - This moon will hit your house of all things weird and intimate. The 8th house doesn’t scare you, because you know that you can do anything! Your passion and perseverance are your super hero strengths, even if others don’t always see it that way. When you meet someone who is wow’d by your stubbornness and willpower, let them all the way in, because those are your people. Intimacy comes when we feel understood. Swimming in deep water is always better with a partner.

AQUARIUS - This new moon occurs in your house of committed partnerships. It is in that house where you will feel things stirred up and manifesting. And it is also in that realm where you will find solace, healing, and peace. The people in this house (which can be marriage, committed partner, or business partners) are the ones who will help you achieve great successes in the coming weeks and beyond. If you can’t identify who might be in the 7th house for you, visualize and manifest it! As strong as you are, that is how strong you need your partners to be. Feel what that kind of support feels like, and let it show up for you.

PISCES - To truly receive, you have to take your hands off the gift you have your eye fixed on. Surrender to the process of receiving and release expectations about it. This moon shows up in your house of health, habits and routine. Focus your manifesting in the areas where you are of service to your self and to others, and trust that what arrives is right for you. If you are waiting for news about some issue regarding your daily work or your health, surrender to the excruciating wait. Ultimately, the delay will benefit you. There will be a celebration.