Over the years, many of us have digested the information from many books, read countless articles, matched numerous movies and listened to many talks on spirituality, mysticism and the occult. Is there a point of saturation? Personally, I do not think so. We are all taking part in an amazing journey. We are linked together through our studies but there is also awareness that is instinctual and our reading and sharing with others simply confirms what we already know. The learning process, however, never stops. Our mystical understanding is taught or recognized on many levels of understanding, some lessons are exceedingly pleasant and other lessons are very tumultuous in their nature, but lessons nonetheless. With our understanding of the process to gain insight into this precious realms of knowledge, of being and of how to elevating self on many levels, perhaps it is important that we share our knowledge and life experiences with others. Perhaps it is time to put together a book of our experiences, or to find some means of sharing our insights. It is now a world of instant response and information is readily available through the internet (even though we should be very careful what sites we rely on for factual information). Even if our information does not bring financial rewards, there is something rewarding about sharing. Just a few words of enlightenment and encouragement are all that is required to help someone begin or further their journey. Spread your love, compassion and wisdom to those that are open to receiving it. All things within this existence are here for us to share. Visit www.holmastrology.com for more information on Astrology and information on the Astrological charts we offer. Please “Like” us on Facebook. If you have confidential comments or questions, or if you would like to speak to us concerning the preparation of a chart, please visit www.holmastrology.com/contact-us Earlier posts can also be read on our blog – www.holmastrology.blogspot.ca/

I had a solar return chart done by Holm Astrology along with a transits/progressions chart. Both were excellent, very thorough, clear, and relevant. Usually, a solar return chart is done around one’s birthday, but I had mine done at the 6-month mark. This was interesting, because I could validate the first six months against what I had already experienced that year, which gave me a better idea of how those areas would be impacted during the subsequent 6 months. Having the solar return chart done at the same time as the progressions/transits chart provided a very detailed, clear, cross-referenced view of the upcoming year for me. It is interesting to see how the different charts truly complement one another and work together! Having these charts done simultaneously gave me a very good picture of the different forces going on in my life right now and how to work with them. KM, New York

It has been said that true love is hard to find. No doubt that statement is true, however we all know someone that we share true love with. This individual may be our lover, our best friend, or a family member. True love does not have to be a romantic love. As a matter of fact when we remove the association of true love with a romantic partner, we can open our heart to so many more people. According to Merriam-Webster the simple definition of love is “a feeling of strong or constant affection for a person : an attraction that includes sexual desire : the strong affection felt by people who have a romantic relationship”. What is your definition of love? We all experience challenging situations with those we love but we still love them in spite of our differences. Situations do not change our feelings of true and complete love for them. We may allow ourselves to feel hurt as a result of issues and events. If someone we did not love were involved with these same issues and events, our reaction would be far more than just hurt. We always seem to find a place in our hearts to forgive those that we share true love with no matter what the situation may be. There is always room for compassion and kindness regardless of the incident. There will be some people that will argue that this type of person or love does not exist. If we look within, would you not find this person within? It will, however, be difficult to receive or give true love from/to others if we first do not truly love ourselves. Recognizing the need for self love is a giant step towards self-realization. If we do not like what we find within ourselves, we need to rethink the process. Take another look. Anything that is seen as negative is truly not a part of us. Identifying with negativity enhances our belief that it is a part of self and that is what makes it feel real. Our inner self is always at peace. Our inner self is always forgiving. It always loves and never loses sight of the beauty in everything. So if we are looking for love, for companion, we must recognize these qualities within. We will find true love starting from the inside and then radiating out. When we understand our core self, we will welcome self love. Stay open and accept that loving soul that resides within, no holds barred. Recognize that union with our inner true self can never be dissolved. We only close our eyes to its existence. Finding that love within, opens the door to love shared with those outside of self. Visit www.holmastrology.com for more information on Astrology and information on the Astrological charts we offer. Please “Like” us on Facebook. If you have confidential comments or questions, or if you would like to speak to us concerning the preparation of a chart, please visit www.holmastrology.com/contact-us Earlier posts can also be read on our blog – www.holmastrology.blogspot.ca/

On February 8, 2016, we will be experiencing a New Moon moving into the sign of Aquarius. This Aquarius Moon will reach its intensity at 19 degrees and 16 minutes and signifies new beginnings and the awakening of our aspirations. There is often a need to break free of any limiting conditions in life. Sometimes our need for change can create radical action. A steady pace and a calm outlook would be a much safer approach. We need direction and focus before we move headlong into our chosen course of action. The New Moon is a time to set things in motion, a time to plan the seeds of change. Normally, when the full Moon reaches the sign of Aquarius (which is in August, 2016), we can reap the rewards of our actions (harvest the fruits of our labour). The house in which the New Moon is transiting through in our personal charts will provide some indication of what area of life needs a change of direction and a new focus. There is often a focus on humanitarian issues with Aquarius and the approach we take should be selfless and ultimately good of all individuals involved. Aquarius is ruled by the planet Uranus and co-ruled by the planet Saturn. Uranus wants to act on impulse and without restraint while Saturn’s action is much more of a steady and cautious approach. These two linked together when working at their best, instigates a new positive approach to any dilemma or situation which has stagnated in our lives. We should move forward using careful consideration before jumping into action. Our natural tendency will be to make quick decisive moves in the direction indicated by the house position. We may, at times, under this influence jump ahead without the necessary forethought that may be required. If it is possible to take a slower approach and think before jumping, our focus will have a much greater chance of success. Saturn will stabilize things somewhat and it works in quite an opposite way than Uranus, but on the other hand, Uranus is the awakener and what needs to be shaken out of complacency will be when influenced by the energies of Uranus. This influence, as mentioned, will affect the area of life that the transiting Moon is moving through (house position), therefore, for example, if it were moving through the fifth house, these changes may evolve around your children, your creativity or a romantic partner. You will have to be careful not to move too quickly or make any rash decisions in these areas. If, for example, it deals with your occupation, the tenth house would be involved. Remember although some of the changes taking hold in your life appear to be rather sudden, unexpected and sometimes out of your control, they will benefit you as time passes and you begin to catch a glimpse of the real purpose behind these events. Do not be too quick to decipher the meanings of life and always recognize that all changes happen for a reason. These changes provide you with the shift that needs to take place. Nothing is by chance. Visit www.holmastrology.com for more information on Astrology and information on the Astrological charts we offer. Please “Like” us on Facebook. If you have confidential comments or questions, or if you would like to speak to us concerning the preparation of a chart, please visit www.holmastrology.com/contact-us Earlier posts can also be read on our blog – www.holmastrology.blogspot.ca/

Taking a look at our steady climb to the summit, there are high points along the way when we feel a sense of belonging and comfort within our environment. When we refer to our environment, we are not referring to our place in society or our location on earth, we refer to our connection with ourselves on an innate level of understanding. It is these inner truths that we seek. It does not matter where we have set our earthly feet for this inner exploration. What we have gained on a material level has nothing to do with our concept of self. In participating in an ongoing exploration of self, we strive for the summit of understanding and slowly develop a connection with our inner self. Our soul’s energy is our true identity and when we open the door to self-perception we allow this energy to emerge and connect. This brings us one step further in our connection with the whole, the divine, God, our source, or simply put “love”. Use the name with which you are comfortable. To bring our energies back together as one, as the whole, is our destiny as spiritual beings. The more peace we allow ourselves to experience and the less we identify with ego, the closer we align with our true self. The closer we align with our true self, the closer we are aligned with the whole. We are now recognizing that the inner battles we wage actual do not serve any viable purpose. They never have, but we become so caught up in the battle we cannot see beyond it. These battles only create havoc. To find our inner peace, we must grow through love. Through love, our ego no longer defines life by fighting to keep control, fighting to be right, fighting to win the battle. In truth, there should never be a battle. The only battle that exists is the one we have put in place and have chosen to follow. Ego takes its descending steps and lets go of its grip when we take our steps forward in faith. Letting go and letting love (Source/God) is our hardest lesson, at least up until this point in time. We will, however, recognize that life is set up in such a way that it will lead us to the place we are meant to find, once we have learned to allow. We will eventually recognize, then allow and accept. Once the conscious decision has been made, it is not a difficult task. We have never actually been lost. We have just been living under the veil of ego. If we look with our hearts, we can easily recognize what ego actually is. Once we have this recognition, it is much more simple not to define ourselves by ego. We have stated many times (and will undoubted repeat it many more), we are a spiritual being living an earthly existence, certainly not the other way around. Do not cage your energetic self. Open your heart and allow. Visit www.holmastrology.com for more information on Astrology and information on the Astrological charts we offer. Please “Like” us on Facebook. If you have confidential comments or questions, or if you would like to speak to us concerning the preparation of a chart, please visit www.holmastrology.com/contact-us Earlier posts can also be read on our blog – www.holmastrology.blogspot.ca/

This post focuses on those of us who are between the ages of 54-57. Anyone between these ages is entering into a new astrological stage. They can or are beginning to see themselves as an integrated whole and no longer just an extension of others. They are becoming clear on who they are as an individual and are comfortable enough that what others think is no longer important. They are who they are and they will be fine with this. This is a stage when they are more concerned about life itself, more so than living up to other people’s expectations. They are forming relationships to make them whole. They have come to a point where they basically know themselves and are liberated with this knowledge. Relationships still have a place in their heart, some even deeper than anything experienced previously, but they can rid themselves of unwanted or draining relationships if they need too. This is not to say that they have become cold or uncaring, quite the opposite. They understand what they need and will form more meaningful relationships in order to build on this. This period is about self-fulfillment and self-honesty. If they have been working well within these boundaries and living their life through generosity and love, they are well on their way to a more rewarding and satisfying life. They are on their way to the second Saturn return and undoubtedly they remember their first Saturn return around the age of 29, when they experienced life’s events to the fullest and matured immensely through a period of transformation on many levels. There are several Astrological factors that are in effect during this time period. They will be experiencing the second progressed lunar return, which in short speaks of an emotionally coming of age. There will be a Uranus trine Uranus transit which is usually accompanied with excitement and the beginning of something new. Neptune is also in trine to its natal position which will help them gain a more realistic point of view on where their life is heading. For many in this age group, Pluto is also making a trine to its natal position which could be termed a life transformation. It is a period when we tap into our core. Whoever falls within this age group will be going through the third nodal return which is directed towards a reorientation within and a clearer focus on life’s direction. These astrological transformations taking place during this age usually signify deeper transformations taking place on many different levels. Explaining all of these astrological events is impossible in a short post, but you now have an idea why life is going through so many changes on so many levels for those in this age group. They should enjoy the transformations taking place in their lives and prepare for the next major transition to unfold as they enter the latter years of your fifties. The late fifties mark the beginning of the second Saturn return. During the late fifties many will experience huge transformations. Some contemplate retirement while others begin something new. One thing is for certain, this will be a fruitful time. Things will begin to materialize and gather momentum as the second Saturn return approaches. This is a high point in life and those in this age group are entering into a period that could be termed “the awakening of self”. These individuals can stay tuned to the higher frequencies in life, and enjoy their unfolding. Visit www.holmastrology.com for more information on Astrology and information on the Astrological charts we offer. Please “Like” us on Facebook. If you have confidential comments or questions, or if you would like to speak to us concerning the preparation of a chart, please visit www.holmastrology.com/contact-us Earlier posts can also be read on our blog – www.holmastrology.blogspot.ca/

It is hard to define our life’s path in spoken words. We more often than not can definition this path with feelings and intuition. Life will take us to places we never dreamed possible and it will also take us down roads few would choose to walk. Each step of the way, however, offers new insight into understanding. With an open mind, we will gain awareness as we maneuver our way through proverbial dense forests and open fields. By living our unspoken mission, we become immersed. By living our unspoken mission, we become completely involved so as to experience each moment individually, without anticipation of the next moment. We are here to explore life and all of its wonders and to experience its vastness with vigor and joy, regardless of the path that we might be on. There are many unseen events awaiting us and we have the choice of sharing the experience each step of the way. We will meet people that touch us deeply and on many levels of understanding. Some of these experiences will not be pleasant but important lessons nonetheless. Some individuals we experience these with will radiate beauty through their unconditional love and complete understanding. We share this life on many levels and we are never alone even when we feel as though we are. We can always reach out for a guiding, either physically or spiritually, when we feel the need arises. Have faith in the process and the freedom of choice. During those times when the choice seems as though it has already been made, understand that the actions taken are perfect for our earthly life lessons. Stay resolved to your own personal commitments. Enjoy life’s path for this unspoken path lies ever waiting for you to walk it......to grace it with your presence. Visit www.holmastrology.com for more information on Astrology and information on the Astrological charts we offer. Please “Like” us on Facebook. If you have confidential comments or questions, or if you would like to speak to us concerning the preparation of a chart, please visit www.holmastrology.com/contact-us Earlier posts can also be read on our blog – www.holmastrology.blogspot.ca/

Today is the last day to pre-book your appointment with Holm Astrology for the Barrie Mind & Body Psychic Fair taking place tomorrow Sunday January 31, 2016 from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM at 386 Blake Street, Barrie, Ontario We will also have beautiful jewellery pieces created by Enhancing Adornments including Trees of Life created with stones/crystals representative of each of the Astrological sun signs. We are located on the back wall of the event hall. Enter the main entrance and follow the isle straight ahead to the back wall. Admission is free and there will be draw prizes. Contact us at www.holmastrology.com/contact-us or through private message on Facebook if you wish to book ahead. Alternatively you can book a reading at the Fair. Come early so that you are not disappointed. Hope to see you there

If we allow ourselves a few moments to reflect on who we are, without condemnation, only paying attention to our most positive traits, what do you see? How does this positive knowing fit into our perceived notion of who we are? What frame of mind is this attitude originating from? You have to take an honest look at who we think we are. Once we are being open to these notions, we can eliminate or disengage ourselves from any preconceived notion that leads to forming a negative approach to our true identities. We are products of the concepts that we identify with. Again.....we believe that our “perceived impressions” are who we truly are. We are misled by notions that any perceived negative manifestation must be a part of who we are. We are in a constant state of “becoming” and what we believe to be true, we create as our identity because through perpetual focus we create. If there is something in our makeup that clearly misrepresents who we want to be, then it is in our hands to make a conscious choice as to whether we will allow this characteristic to manifest in physical and mental terms. We are not at the mercy of our beliefs, unless we believe that we have no control of what transpires in our lives. Who we think we are, is evidence of this. Who we think we are now is a formulation of our current beliefs and it creates the perception of us for today. We have manufactured this identity and it is our identification with this that allows us to perceive it as real. We use the term “identify” over and over again. If we understand the fact that our identification is what makes it so, we will understand why this term is used so frequently. It makes us aware of the control we have over situations in our lives and the manufacturing of our perception of who we are becoming. If there is something within us that does not sit well or does not feel right, we can let it go and stop believing that it is part of us. We are the only person that makes anything in life truth for us personally. We manifest our beliefs over time and where we are and who we are now flows in conjunction with what we have allowed into our consciousness. The saying goes that we become who we associate with. We are told this early in life. We are told to pick our friends carefully as it is easy to form ourselves into what is in front of us. However, we have actually chosen to take this characteristic from our friend and to make it our own. It is all too easy to mirror what we see regularly. Just as our thoughts, we mirror or manifest into our personality that which we think. We control the building of concrete materials and characteristics into our lives. Do not place responsibility on others for what you experience in your life. What has happened in the past is in the past. What we do, say, think, feel today is a product of a choice we are making today. Let the events of yesterday stay where they belong..... in the past. When we learn to channel our focus and our identification of self, our focus materializes on our new reality. The choice is ours. Look within and find what feels comfortable and content and then hold on to those qualities. Let go of anything that does not resonate in our core. We can release ourselves from the grips of these qualities. We have been practicing this exercise our whole lives but not fully understanding our ability to choose and create. Now it is time to understand that we are manifesting our own reality on a conscious level through our intentions. Visit www.holmastrology.com for more information on Astrology and information on the Astrological charts we offer. Please “Like” us on Facebook. If you have confidential comments or questions, or if you would like to speak to us concerning the preparation of a chart, please visit www.holmastrology.com/contact-us Earlier posts can also be read on our blog – www.holmastrology.blogspot.ca/

We are going to take a look at the life turning point at ages 38-44 and how it is indicated in our chart. This is the turning point where we move from early adulthood to mid-life. This is a period when most of us are evolving to the point that we can reconcile with ourselves and are more comfortable with who we truly are. This is a time when we are restructuring our association with ourselves on a more profound level. A sense of individualization is occurring (which can be at a very rapid pace), due to the major influences taking place in our lives. During this age frame, we are experiencing transiting Saturn in trine to its natal position and Neptune in square to its natal position. These aspects signify inner transformations and a realistic approach to who we are. There may even be a feeling of urgency with our quest in life, with dealings with our ego and the ongoing search for “who am I?” for those that feel they need answers. There is no formal training when it comes to what many term as the midlife crisis and no one can say they are prepared, particularly because no one knows exactly what to expect. Each individual goes through their own personal issues and then an awakening takes place. This is a time of great soul searching and a desire for inner change which often coincides with outer change, as one seems to affect the other. The body is also undergoing physical changes during this time in our lives, and those who have placed too much attention on their physical appearance may become depressed with what they see in the mirror. Many will go deep within to find out what they actually have to offer, as for some the appearance has been held in an elevated position most of their lives. The ego is actually in a somewhat delicate state, as the inner self gains supremacy and control, at least for those who are searching for something more. This is often considered a turning point as we truly begin to question who we are and relentlessly want answers. Many turn to deeper more spiritual subjects such as Astrology and the mystical side of life, in order to further their pursuits as we hope to find some answers to some truly profound questions. This is an awakening stage as many who have been wrapped up in the material world and have come up empty, strive for a greater meaning in life. Doors that have been boarded up previously now beginning to open and a deep restlessness is awakening within. The search continues and those longing for answers begin to question their existence, opening the channels from within and making a more intimate contact with the inner self. The process has begun as we raise our consciousness and continue on with our mission. At age 42, we are also experiencing the Uranus opposition with itself. This intensifies the search and often we reach for something new to bring to the forefront of life. Some reach out radical solutions and this is when some people become bored with life and want something that is exciting and exhilarating. We can also become a bit eccentric. We want something more that what the confines that normal life offers. These new life expressions can often show up on short notice. We can make untimely changes that will affect us and those around us. These changes can often be quite disruptive for family members that are used to life being steady and remaining solid and secure. Some but certainly not everyone may leave our marriage partners and start a new life. In many cases, the change is sudden and comes without much warning. As this time approaches, be prepared for change and transformation as this is a very intense period. Be ready for disruption to the norm and be prepared to welcome the new. Visit www.holmastrology.com for more information on Astrology and information on the Astrological charts we offer. Please “Like” us on Facebook. If you have confidential comments or questions, or if you would like to speak to us concerning the preparation of a chart, please visit www.holmastrology.com/contact-us Earlier posts can also be read on our blog – www.holmastrology.blogspot.ca/

It has been said that if we are living in the moment, time seems to slow down. Most of us are continually looking ahead or reminiscing about the past. Humour me for just a couple of moments. Still your mind, at least as much as you can. Experience the moment completely and each thought that goes through your mind, especially the ones that keeps repeating themselves. Did you experience thoughts of “this is stupid!”, or “you are wasting time" or "go do something”? This is just ego. Ignore it. Some find that this short five minutes seemed like an eternity. When we pay attention to the moment, time seems to move much more slowly. For those of us that have experienced an accident, for example, will recall how time seems to slow down during the event. The accident feels to be in slow motion. How many thoughts go through our minds when we are experiencing an accident? The mind races in and out of potential outcomes. During these events, it seems as though there is no shortage of time. It feels as though we have plenty to time to react and we can utilize completely the few seconds that it takes for the event to occur. This is the mind focusing on the moment. We can intentionally do the same thing, with practice, to slow time down. Time is a man-made illusion and we cannot slow down the actual motion between seconds, but we can focus on the moment completely. No one can escape the passage of time, but we certainly can control our mind’s focus. Our mind works just as our muscles do. It takes repetition to build our abilities of mind control. When our mind wonders, we gently remind it of the moment so that it can be refocus again. The more we practice, the easier it gets. Be here now. Capture the moment to live in the now. We truly only have this very moment. Why waste the now spending it to think of what has been or what may be. A minute wasted is sixty seconds we will never have again. Do not waste the miracle of life that we have. Visit www.holmastrology.com for more information on Astrology and information on the Astrological charts we offer. Please “Like” us on Facebook. If you have confidential comments or questions, or if you would like to speak to us concerning the preparation of a chart, please visit www.holmastrology.com/contact-us Earlier posts can also be read on our blog – www.holmastrology.blogspot.ca/

Mercury remained in retrograde until January 25, 2016 and now has turns direct. Mercury is known as the planet of the mind and it defines our thinking process, our attention span and our ability to digest information and experience. It has to do with how we communicate, exchange information and our ideas. Mercury’s sign in our chart indicates what kind of information will stimulate our conceptual visualization. It also shows what we tend to relate to in our immediate environment. When Mercury is in Capricorn, we may find that there is time spent digesting ideas and information about our career or what we might want to do with our education. This may relate directly to the working environment and we may find that our mind is occupied by thoughts about work. This may have been particularly strong during Mercury’s retrograde cycle. During that time, it would have been wise to digest information rather than act. Our reactions to these thoughts and the way in which we process this information will be written in our birth chart, by the aspects to Mercury and its placement by house and sign. When Mercury shifts into the sign of Aquarius in mid February, you may note that your concerns and intents tend to turn to more humanitarian concerns. This will be particularly so if your Mercury happens to be in the sign of Aquarius or if transiting Mercury is somehow connected to Uranus, or located in the eleventh house in your chart. Your thoughts may shift to relationships with groups of people and this would be very beneficial if these individuals are of like mind. You may want to share your ideologies and find common ground on information that leans toward the occult, scientific information, computers and technology. You may also find that your interest in Astrology increases, and you may want to find out more on the subject. If Mercury transits to make contact with a panet in your birth chart or in the progressed chart, Mercury’s energies reflect the energies of any planet it contacts, just as a chameleon. Mercury’s energy is stimulated by the contacting planet. For example if the planet is Neptune, your idealism runs strong and mystical insight would be enhanced. You will want to unearth the mysteries of life if it is well aspected. If in a challenging aspect, you may have difficulties resolving problems or you may try to avoid the truth of some matter that you actually need to be uncover. When Mercury is in Aquarius, you may have a stronger desire to stir up others and help them to move out of life conditions that have gone stagnant. Aquarius wants to help others review their lives and to assist them in making changes that will help to foster growth on some level. You may have an intellectual plan that ultimately will help them or help yourself move through conditions that no longer serve a significant purpose to the evolutionary process. You may find that you are more intuitive especially if Mercury is somehow linked to Neptune, Uranus or Pluto, although each of these planets acts in different ways. Pluto, for example, will make you dig deep within and search for answers sometimes causing psychological reflections over the matters that come to the surface. To understand the influence of Mercury, you will have to dissect its natal potential. Visit www.holmastrology.com for more information on Astrology and information on the Astrological charts we offer. Please “Like” us on Facebook. Your “shares” are appreciated and your questions are welcomed. If you have confidential comments or questions, or if you would like to speak to us concerning the preparation of a chart, please visit www.holmastrology.com/contact-us Earlier posts can also be read on our blog – www.holmastrology.blogspot.ca/