Hold on to Grief When we lose someone close to us, it can be hard to move forward. Our “normal” no longer exists. The calendar days may pass by, but the emotional pain can remain. There is no right way or length of time to grieve but there can be emotionally healthier choices to be made.   Some will show no signs of grief possibly from denial or avoidance while others can be frozen in grief.  Some hold on to grief and the pain they are experiencing because it makes them feel as though, somehow, they are staying close to their lost loved one.   Grieving is not a linear process and can be just as much physical as it is emotional.  Be gentle with yourself and allow yourself to mourn your loss.    The mourning process is a time to feel and process our loss but to also adjust to our new “normal” which moves forward without the physical presence of our lost loved one.  The five steps of grief are denial (hope), anger (pointing blame), bargaining (you can’t change places), depression (processing the loss) and acceptance (moving forward in a new way).  The lines between these stages are not defined and can be blurred regularly.   Some individuals can become stuck in any stage of grief. It is hard to be rational when we are engulfed in grief.  We can find ourselves asking questions such as, “Was it something I did?”, “What could I have done to change things?”, “Someone is to blame?”, “Why am I being punished?”, “Why wasn’t it me?” and the list goes on.   Some may push their pain on to others as they do not want to suffer alone, consciously or unconsciously. They take their anger out on the ones they love the most or put up walls to keep others away.   It’s hard to realize, in our depression, that those around us are also affected. We can be very hard on the ones we love the most. They too are grieving their own loss too. Their loss may be connected to your loved one directly or it may be their having to watch you suffering and your loss of participation in their lives.    Most times, there are no specific reasons for what happens in life.  We can be sideswiped by events.  These experiences can seem very unfair.  On the other hand, we may be expecting the loss, knowing that it is coming but when it actually happens, you are not prepared though you thought you would be.   Accept that we cannot change the past, but we can certainly learn from the experiences.   No matter what the circumstances around the event, we must make our way through the grieving process. Take the time you need to experience and process but do not live in the past.  Live in the moment.   It is sad to let go and move forward without those you have created this life with. Do not hold on to grief. How wonderful that you have had the opportunity to enjoy and experience life with them, no matter what that length of time may have been.  Celebrate what they shared with you. Thank them for the journey you shared but continue with yours moving forward, living in their honour.  Would they not want this?   #astrology #HolmAstrology #BarrieAstrologer #OntarioAstrologer #spirituality #spiritualjourney #inthemoment #schooloflife #lifelessons #change #lifesjourney #grief #holdontogrief #grievingprocess #celebratelife #noregrets #sorry #bereavement #newblogpost   Are you interested in learning Astrology? We are now accepting registration for our Spring courses. Visit www.holmastrology.com/astrology-classes for course details.   If you have comments, questions or would like to commission a chart, please send us a message via www.holmastrology.com/contact-us or holmastrology@gmail.com   Visit www.holmastrology.com  for more information on Astrology and information on the Astrological charts we offer.   Holm Astrology also offers individual intuitive readings or group parties. For more information, visit us at www.holmastrology.com/intuitive-readings     Follow us on Facebook , Instagram and X

Transiting Jupiter conjunct Natal Pluto Transiting Jupiter making a Conjunction to your Natal Pluto is a very powerful combination.  Pluto on its own is power at its peak, and Jupiter expands everything it touches. The house position of this Conjunction will be emphasized during this meeting of these great powers of influence.   It is important to find a sense of order and balance as you maneuver your way forward with this aspect. Your approach might be seen by some as overly aggressive and power hungry.  There is an extreme strong urge to succeed in anything that you put your mind to.  This is similar to a very powerful wave that comes over you, slowly but surely. Your push from within can be quite progressive if you take into consideration that there are those that will not respond well to your authority push.  Those in positions of authority may want to listen to what you have to say but may feel threatened by your enthusiasm.   You have great enthusiasm, as mentioned, and have great faith that you can achieve under this aspect.  You can transform your life and bring some goals to fruition during this momentous period.    Jupiter moves about 1° every five days and unless it goes into retrograde during its connection with Pluto, its energies, which are quite positive, will last about one month or a little longer.  Therefore, it is advised that you move forward with your ambitions without delay.   Watch for becoming obsessive as you can become quite fanatical in your approach.  Diplomacy is highly suggested, and you and your superiors may have clashes unless you adhere to a diplomatic approach.  This is the time to pay attention to what is motivating you.  Is it greed, power, or possibly ego?    Greed, power and ego are part of the process, but you must be sure that you are not only working for your own rewards. If so, others may try to block your success.  Jealousy and fear can become a motivating force behind other people’s actions if they feel threatened by your aggressive action.   Examine your motives but have faith in your objectives and know that this might just be the time when you can advance your cause. It should be pursued but dealt with in a diplomatic way. Transiting Jupiter conjunct natal Pluto can be a time for professional advancement, and achievement is likely if you play your cards right.     #astrology #HolmAstrology #astrologyposts #astrologer #BarrieAstrologer #OntarioAstrologer #astrologersofinstagram #astroworld #astrocommunity #astroinsights #astroinfo #horoscope #zodiacsigns #transits #aspects #jupiter #easyflow #expansion #Conjunct #conjunction #blendingofenergies #Pluto #goals #ambitions #powerplay #diplomacy #newblogpost   Are you interested in learning Astrology? We are now accepting registrations for our spring Beginners and Levell II courses. Visit www.holmastrology.com/astrology-classes for course details.   If you have comments, questions or would like to commission a chart, please send us a message via www.holmastrology.com/contact-us or holmastrology@gmail.com   Visit www.holmastrology.com  for more information on Astrology and information on the Astrological charts we offer.   Holm Astrology also offers individual intuitive readings or group parties. For more information, visit us at www.holmastrology.com/intuitive-readings .   Follow us on Facebook , Instagram and X

We all, at times, worry and suffer from anxiety. Some worry about past actions, some potential for the future and some with what is right in front of them.   We can become engulfed in other people’s issues as well, for people close to us and for people we have never met.   If we think about it logically, worry solves nothing.  It actually steals the moment.  We cannot live in the moment if our mind is elsewhere. We are missing what is happening now as we are not living in the moment.   Taking it a step further, worry and anxiety can produce illnesses, physically and mentally. As we worry, our mind will build on the situation and blow the facts or situation out of proportion.    Do not waste your time on “what ifs and could haves”.  Be constructive. Appreciate what is in front of you and build on that.  Work towards on ways to begin the journey of healing and to foster potential in life.    Focus amplifies and creates regardless of what it is we are focusing on, enjoyment, challenges, success, fear etc.    Bad things do happen to good people.  They are hard lessons that help us grow.  They are not personal even though they feel that way. We do not have to take up residence in these experiences.  Learn and move on.   If we focus on a tough situation, we seemingly see more in life that is difficult and this builds up in our minds and in our immediate world. We build on that perception unaware of what we are amplifying.   With practice, we can control our less-than-ideal focus. Over time, we become more proficient at recognizing the journey of our mind and can make shifts to new directions. Let’s not downplay the effort it will take to practice refocusing.  It’s a tough learn but worth it.     Focus, belief structure and expectations rule our life’s experience.  We can all make our experience better by using these techniques.  With effort and determination, we become proficient at mentally dealing with difficult situations no matter what life sends our way.  We will experience tough situations. It’s part of living but our attitude determines our experience of the situation and how long we will dwell on it.   Adaptability is what has allowed the human race to survive. Recognize, learn, adapt and move on!   Are you interested in learning Astrology? We are now accepting registrations for our spring courses. Visit www.holmastrology.com/astrology-classes   for course details.   If you have comments, questions or would like to commission a chart, please send us a message via www.holmastrology.com/contact-u s  or holmastrology@gmail.com     Visit www.holmastrology.com  for more information on Astrology and information on the Astrological charts we offer.   Holm Astrology also offers individual intuitive readings or group parties. For more information, visit us at www.holmastrology.com/intuitive-readings      Follow us on Facebook , Instagram  and X

Jupiter's aspects are almost always considered a positiveas they creates expansion and growth on many levels. Aspects to Jupiter We are working on this page and will be adding more Jupiter aspects in the future. Jupiter Conjunctions Jupiter Conjunct Natal Sun Jupiter Conjunct Natal Mercury Jupiter Conjunct Natal Venus Jupiter Conjunct Natal Mars Jupiter Conjunct Natal Jupiter Jupiter Conjunct Natal Pluto Jupiter Conjunct Natal Ascendant Jupiter Conjunct Natal Midheaven Jupiter is nearly always considered a positive aspect in that it engages itself through expansion and growth on many levels. It often indicates opportunities when in transit, and life flowing in a more pleasant manner. Specific Aspects Unless indicated otherwise, all aspects are with Transiting Jupiter. Jupiter Squares Jupiter Square Natal Mars Jupiter Square Natal Saturn Saturn Opposition Natal Jupiter Uranus Square Natal Jupiter Jupiter Square Natal Ascendant Jupiter Square Natal Midheaven Jupiter Square Natal Nodes Jupiter Trines Jupiter Trine Natal Mercury Saturn Trine Natal Jupiter Pluto Trine Natal Jupiter Jupiter Oppositions Jupiter Opposition Natal Mercury Jupiter Opposition Natal Mars Uranus Opposition Natal Jupiter Pluto opposition Natal Jupiter Jupiter Opposition Natal Saturn Jupiter Opposition Natal Uranus Jupiter Opposition Natal Neptune Jupiter Opposition Natal Pluto Jupiter Sextiles Jupiter Sextile Natal Mercury Jupiter Sextile Natal Mars Jupiter Sextile Natal Saturn Saturn Sextile Natal Jupiter Uranus Sextile Natal Jupiter Neptune Sextile Natal Jupiter Jupiter Sextile Natal Ascendant Jupiter Sextile Natal Midheaven Jupiter Sextile Natal North Node Jupiter Sextile Natal Neptune BACK TO ASPECTS

Information on energies related to Aspects to Pluto Transiting Pluto’s abilities to transform and regenerate are highlighted when it is traveling through the birth chart. There is nothing subtle about Pluto’s influence and you will be quite aware that something needs to be changed or altering when it makes contact. Pluto’s energies are abrupt and disruptive in their actions and the changes that Pluto is putting on the table need to be reworked and transformed so they fit life better. When Pluto is finished transiting through a house or linking up with a planetary placement, its energies will have significantly changed things and usually in a very permanent manner. Pluto is associated with actual death and is usually present in some way when someone passes over. It does not always mean literal death, but it does mean that a condition or life element is no longer suitable and change is needed. Therefore it does signify the death or end of a situation and then the beginning of something new. Pluto, as mentioned, is not subtle in its release and sometimes you have opportunities to make these changes, and other times they just happen with you having little or no control over the situation. If Pluto links up with Mars or Uranus, care is required and focus on not putting yourself into danger's way is important. If there is a square between these planets, there are challenging conditions due to the contact, and they come at you for a reason. Watch for arguments and aggressive behavior especially if Mars is concerned and particularly if the aspect is an opposition. The trine and sextile aspects are not as aggressive and usually suggest transformation at a high level and although somewhat challenging to accept, these transformations will benefit you in the long haul. Uranus is more unpredictable and this is the one you need to watch, if, for example, you are driving a motorized vehicle. Operate with more care than normal and never rush. Do not rush out to drive in fits of anger or after an argument. Take the time to settle yourself down. If you are confronted by an aggressive individual, do not put up a fight unless you have little choice. It is best to walk away whenever possible under this influence. These, of course, are extreme cases and normally, there have to be other aspects suggesting much of the same before these energies are released in a powerful way. There needs to be at least 3 aspects in a chart all saying the same thing before things necessarily happen and much depends on the other planets involved and the angles they are making. However, it can be a rather tumultuous experience and you will learn a lot from it. It seems to be human nature that we learn much more from adverse life conditions than the mild and mellow experiences. We may have to spend a little time meditating on how the energies can be released in a more gentle and positive manner. With this in mind, we will provide some details for each aspect and planet. ASPECTS TO PLUTO This page is a work in progress. Check back regularly for more entries. SPECIFIC ASPECTS Unless specified otherwise, all aspects are by Transiting Pluto. Pluto Trine Aspects Pluto Trine Natal Mercury Transiting Pluto Trine T. Uranus Pluto Trine Natal Jupiter Pluto Trine Natal Saturn Pluto Trine Natal North Node Pluto Trine Natal Ascendant Pluto Trine Natal Midheaven Pluto Opposition Aspects Pluto Opposition Natal Jupiter Pluto Opposition Natal Saturn Jupiter Opposition Natal Pluto Pluto Opposition Natal North Node Saturn Opposition Natal Pluto Pluto Square Aspects Pluto Square Natal Mercury Pluto Square Natal Pluto Pluto Square Natal Nodes Pluto Square Natal Jupiter Pluto Square Natal Saturn Pluto Sextile Aspects Pluto Sextile Natal Moon Pluto Sextile Natal Mercury Pluto Conjunct Aspects T. Jupiter Conjunct Natal Pluto Pluto Conjunct Natal North Node Back to Aspects

Venus Venus Venus in your birth chart through sign and house placement describes the potential attraction through love and creativity. When its energies are flowing smoothly, Venus denotes Spirituality from a creative prospective. Venus is a social planet and describes how we relate and draw to ourselves shared experiences. This could include parties, social gatherings where we would be the one organizing the occasion or the recipient of such an event. Venus also depicts our financial status and our ability to encompass material wealth. Venus is a beneficial and benevolent planet. Where Venus is found in our charts is where we will find grace of style, beauty and love. Venus is always present when a meaningful love affair is activated. Venus deals with affection both given and received. The sign placement, as well as aspects to natal Venus will indicate how easy or difficult it may be for us to express the qualities linked to this planet. Locate Venus in your natal chart and look at the transits (planetary movement) to see where and when love can become activated in your life. Look to natal Venus in your chart to see how you express love and use astrology to open the door to understanding this sensitive planet and how it can assist you when dealing with delicate matters. Venus is an open doorway and propels us forward in our quest for love. Find Venus in your chart and learn how to manifest its purest qualities in your life. Astrology 101 Venus is the planet representing love and material rewards. It rules Taurus and Libra . Venus is associated with the Second House and the Seventh House . The Sun The Moon Mercury Mars Jupiter Saturn Uranus Neptune Pluto