https://bigserge.substack.com/p/the-war-has-just-begun
Sounds Plausible. I don't want too much excitement. It seems the sides are ideologically dug in and only a decisive win will do. I live in Western Europe. Euro is sliding, inflation at 10%. An economic shock could be worse than covid at the lockdown phase. Not again!
I fear a protracted and bloody civil war, paralyzing the country. They know that a western backed govt could be like under Pinochet or the Shah, a neoliberal dictatorship with US backing. Freedom from Saudi type conservatism does not automatically mean freedom from bloc thinking( West vs East). Any scenario is conceivable. Interference with foreign troops as during the Russian Civil War is also possible if it continues for weeks or months with cities and provinces falling to rebels. Ukraine conflict could be overshadowed, ignored by the West. Chinese and Indians, Gulf Arabs and Israelis could also get involved. A simmering powder keg for decades perhaps now exploding. I see how in such an astrological period within the first couple of years after the great conjunctions every twenty years major eventts occur that alter history. Maybe if instability were palpable China would use this as an opportunity to take Taiwan "unnoticed".
https://neurosciencenews.com/marriage-brain-synch-21488/
I think the first point in the article was to ask whethher opposites attract or do similarities make life easier? Obviously opposites are complementary, strong vs gentle, etc and similarities are in the comfort zone. But anyone can grow apart no matter how similar and very difficult partners can learn respect. The key is the brain waves it seems. These are connected by lots of quality time and genuine effort on both sides. As an analogy from politics there is a generational theory that big conflicts erupt every 4 generations as people become separated from other groups, misunderstand others due to a lack of intense effort to understand the other. So conflict and its resolution forms a basis of understanding. We should not accept the easy path but use conflict constructively. Marriage battles, like those on the field can end in a peaceful resolution.Then we see eye to eye, but with lots of broken plates and bruised egos. We understand ourselves best by comparison with others. Lots of honest contacts keep us honest to ourselves, flexible.
my horoscope this week or two
What to expect during transiting Mars conjunct your natal north node?
This is a relatively frequent transit, appearing every two years. During Mars conjunct north node transit, you have a clear sense of purpose, and you find the strength in yourself to pursue it.
The Mars conjunct north node transit can be a period when you meet a person who strongly embodies the traits of Mars. They have a strong will, behave in an assertive and direct way, and they might even be belligerent. Alternatively, it can also happen that you display the traits of Mars more strongly.
Physical exercise can be a healthy way to channelize the energy of Mars. During Mars conjunct north node transit, you often have increased energy levels, but you also become irritated or frustrated more easily. Watch out for being impatient. Taking up a martial art or exercising regularly can be a great way to make the most out of the Mars conjunct north node transit.
Venus conjunct Mars transit increases your desire for intimate relations. Driven by an intense need for sexual satisfaction, you can become very direct in your search for a mating partner. This primal urge to reproduce is not so raw and aggressive as to make others feel uncomfortable.
Your more tender and sensual side dominates, increasing your chance of finding romance at this time. This complements your raw passion and sex appeal, making you highly attractive to your partner or potential partners. Increased charisma and popularity make socializing more enjoyable and exciting. This is an ideal time for both romance and making new friends.
You will also find satisfaction in creative activities. This is a good time to start works of art, especially those combining the physical and emotional such as dance or sculpture. Even routine work should be more enjoyable now as you have the drive and creative urge to make things look or work better. This is also an excellent time to host a party or celebration.
venus transit opposite sun
https://astrolibrary.org/transits/venus-sun/
When transiting Venus is in opposition to your natal Sun, you want to enjoy life and your relationships, and you don’t feel like working, but you should avoid self-indulgence and laziness. Lack of emotional sensitivity today can lead to emotional difficulties with those closest to you. Try to understand others’ feelings before you inject your own large ego into the situation. On the other hand, you may also be drawn by your desire to share without properly discerning with whom.
Through your relationships with others, you have the opportunity to learn something valuable about yourself. Use these opportunities to grow. After a few uncomfortable situations, you might end up having a good time during this period. It can be very favorable for your intimate relationships if you’re willing to give in and not always want to be right, or at least to learn to please others.
This is a good time to express your feelings to someone you care about, as well as express yourself artistically. People will not resist you if you project yourself outward now because you are more pleasant or attractive. You should not drink excessively or eat too much, since the well-being you may feel now may turn into problems in the future.
18th September is my mother's birthday, rest her soul, 8 years now or 7 I think. Days ending in 8 I find auspicious for spiritual practice. Having a couple weeks off from the job and going nowhere I am quite relaxed. I meditate fr 30 minutes after waking. Today was an interesting experience for chakra balancing as I felt them all about equally instead of say my heart chakra being very strong. as usual where I cross my arms over my chest. It is good to have balance. Sadness or joy is usually perceived as more or less energy somewhere, like in the heart, so it is good to feel everywhere about the same, limiting the ups and downs of life, increasing resilience. Like in relationship ups and downs which depend on personality profiles of individuals. Two people fit together like pieces of a puzzle. If you change your personality or get more flexible then you can expand your range within the relationship so that it is much better or generally expand ranges of friendships, relationships. So spiritual practice is like sport, but internal. To try to maintain some state, say a good mood, like in a certain state of meditation, the perfect sexual high, a concert high with tears in your eyes, that perfect stillness on the lakeside at sunset is futile. Why do we enjoy weekends or vacation? Because they are the exception. Suffering, grudgework is the rule. Permanent happiness is unsatisfactory. It is the proportion that counts like in marriage. So much % argument contra so much % agreeableness or divorce follows.
As regards downs in spiritual practice and moods, I presume that is the prep work for a breakthrough to a higher plateau of happiness. No pain, no gain. Maybe this runs for many lives till we figure it all out. We get stuck in certain situations we thought would be desirable but after a while become dull. Death, rebirth, new career, sex life. I have been thinking spirituality gets us past some of that simple materialism so typical in the modern times. The industrial revolution ran parallel to the 20 year Saturn/Jupiter cycle always in earth signs 200 years long. We were focused on sciences, finances, concrete results. Since 2 years that has switched to air signs. The focus of society is changing from wealth, facts, industry to humanity, society. We must get along, not just accumulate. America had its rise in these last two centuries, a virgin continent of resources to exploit. Now this system is sputtering. Technological progress, linear, is limited. So we focus on inner life. Back to basics as in Asia. Thousands of years of navel gazing a Westerner would say. But every empire built huge monuments, had great conquests and perished in its turn. Each person has the same in succesive lives. One talks of a spiral evolution. Perhaps it is so.
https://www.womenshealthmag.com/life/a28495676/saturn-return/
End of twenties party over!
http://www.belmun.com/leather/symbolism-of-leather.htm
There is a reason why a leather chair, sofa or even a wallet feels more rich and comfortable than that of something made of cloth, wood or steel. This is because leather has always been a subtle symbol of elegance, style and power. Throughout history, leather was used to make protective gear like armour and boots. The ancient Romans used leather to fortify their armour. Leather straps and chest pieces were used to ward off the swords of enemies due to the inherent strength and durability of leather. In the time of the old West, leather was used to make saddles, chaps and boots. Again, the strength and durability of the leather was used to protect its wearer, this time from the repeated rubbing of horse riding and the deadly bites of venomous snakes.
To this day, leather is still a symbol of power and protection. When we surround ourselves with leather accessories and accents, we get the look and feel of style and elegance as well as comfort. This is something which cannot be achieved by most other materials. Leather is also an especially unique material since every hide is subtly different and therefore provides a different look for every article that is made. In this way you are assured that your home styling accents are unique.
https://alt-market.us/europe-is-facing-energy-disaster-and-its-going-to-bleed-over-into-the-us/
I guess a few square miles of territory lost or won by whomever ain't in the least important so why the big deal about it? In mid 2000s decade I learned lots about Peak Oil and online we discussed the end of civilization, alt energy, gardening. Now it seems politics is making it come hard and fast and not gradual with batteries slowing decline till 2100 when we would have gotten used to a 19th century lifestyle. I recall reading about british industrial revolution uprooting the masses to work in the factories and live in slum squalor. We got used to a high energy lifestyle with hi-tech gadgets. What happens when you cuddle together in the dark in one room, eat raw foods of what is available, job is gone as it needs lots of energy too? Our whole lifestyle, infrastructure is based on cheap hydrocarbon energy sources. Cars, cooking, heating, lights. It reminds me of 1973 Arab oil embargo. Israel fought a war and USA, America supported it. The result was an oil embargo. This is similar, but in Europe. We can all moralize but Realpolitik is a different animal. USA has gone into lots of conflicts without being called empire of darkness for bombing out whole countries, much less suffering sanctions or any consequences at all. The Western Europeans had colonies and did what they wanted for a long time. This system fell apart as Central Europeans, landlocked as they were wanted more, but by taking it locally. Same colonial principle. This destroyed colonial system. Now Russian, Chinese pushback against the current system will weaken it to the extent that the postwar Western dominated global economic and military order, based on cheap energy availability apparently, breaks down, leaving suppliers to call the tune. Like if Germany can't get energy it will revert backwards fast and the population will beg to emigrate to where comfortable jobs are available. Millions could move to Russia to set up car factories, near oil fields or gas fields and be good citizens. Saudi Arabia has a huge underclass from the subcontinent of India and Pakistan. Texas could get the message and declare independence, close its borders and regulate oil prices in America.
https://www.ecosophia.net/before-winter-comes/ some sage advice in preparation here.
I myself had been in a panic in 2005 over the Peak Oil problem but let it slide. Now that we might live a reduced lifestyle maybe soon without much energy, maybe losing internet and friends online for example would force some adjustment. Maybe some will feel more lonely or start reading more or get out to social, sports clubs, curches or similar even if they don't really believe or care but just to be near people, especially if work disappears. Many earn their living online and this could disappear. Perhaps traditional occupations will beckon in stores, restaurants, etc. Life, as we have seen through covid, can change significantly and rapidly. Do not be surprised when your life' s dreams are suddenly dashed forever and you must start from scratch as a nobody. After the great financial crisis at least I had my health. Keep things in perspective. Move back in with family or friends. God is with us always.
https://www.blinkist.com/en/books/im-ok-youre-ok-en Not on topic but I get moody, complain. If we had all we wanted it is unlikely our general moods would change. People are simply that way due to personality and learn to live with it.
I am guessing at Uranus venus conjunctions because Uranus is very alien and venus is our feelings. I recently got such feelings, I suspect osmotically as I absorb other' s experiences. This helps in psychological diagnoses but I should avoid trying to treat madmen, although we all have a bit of madness.
It can happen with uranus conjunct venus that we attract weird partners far away. We get absorbed in our feelings but as they can' t be grounded( physical affection) due to the sheer impossibility of the situation that we depersonalize, feel alien. In many cases such individuals can retire into nature, swims, have pets, read fantasy books. Eventually they may overcome this behavioral pattern by grounding themselves in a physical partnership. However I suspect that the depersonalization to hypersexualization pendulum will exist regardless as part of the personality. It is just a given. The children of such individuals would probably later analyze the parent, remarking on odd swings in character, loving then distant.
I hope in such analysis the partner is not getting too much of me, which then reflects in their moods and I mistake it for them. Maybe the relationship between people is a whole problem in itself and each two pairings brings different characteristics to the fore. For example as I have venus conjunct saturn in horoscope which means a fear of intimacy and uranus oposite venus meaning I suspect rejection where actually affection is desired, that in general in aforementioned relationship my reserve and fearfulness of intimacy could easily trigger withdrawal and depersonalization in the partner. A more natural easy going partner with less sexual neurosis might be desirable than myself in this case. Of course with conscious work anything is possible...
Eph. 6. [12] For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness
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I dreamed we were attempting to force an evil force to awaken so that we could drive it away with our love. I was a bit afraid. Greene's Text sounds quite Machiavellian. Sex and desire outside of legitimacy and with impure ends seems a very bad matter.
Like any art form it takes practices and inborn talent.
https://www.nateliason.com/notes/art-seduction-robert-greene
Jeez I took a lot of notes on this one. It’s much more than about sexual seduction, it’s about how to seduce anyone, politically, socially, and yes, sexually. Extremely interesting analogs from history, highly recommend it.
“Seduction is a game of psychology, not beauty, and it is within the grasp of any person to become a master at the game. All that is required is that you look at the world differently, through the eyes of a seducer.”
“What will seduce a person is the effort we expend on their behalf, showing how much we care, how much they are worth.”
“Seducers take pleasure in performing and are not weighed down by their identity, or by some need to be themselves, or to be natural.”
“Every seduction has two elements that you must analyze and understand: first, yourself and what is seductive about you; and second, your target and the actions that will penetrate their defenses and create surrender.”
Successful seduction starts with who you are and the type of seductive energy you express. It requires creating yourself, or refining yourself, in one of the seducer categories.
Never try to seduce your own type.
People are constantly giving out signals of what they lack, you have to tune in to these signals and interpret their type based on them.
