Taurus, Leo, Scorpio and Aquarius are the signs associated with the fixed modality. Earlier posts can also be read on our blog – www.holmastrology.blogspot.ca/ Look at your Astrology chart to determine if you are emphasizing the fixed modality in your birth chart or if you are weak in this modality, simply by determining how many planets and important points (ascendant, midheaven) you have in your natal chart that are represented by this modality. You count the Sun and the Moon as two points each and the MC and Ascendant as 1 1/2 counts. The rest of the planets will count as one point. If you have seven or more contacts, you are considered to have an emphasis. If you have less than two, you are considered to be weak in this modality. There are other influences that will adjust this somewhat such as having many planets in the second, fifth, eighth and eleventh houses. This will enhance the strength of this modality and will weakness or soften the challenges somewhat. Those with an emphasis in their birth chart will be very determined individuals, who are strong-willed and are unlikely to give up on their pursuits. They can be quite stubborn and often have difficulty listening to advice from others. They certainly seem to have a purpose which they will pursue relentlessly even in the face of adversity. They are often inflexible in their attitudes and you will have to prove your point as they often have such a strong belief structure that they can manage almost any situation without other’s approval or insight. These individuals truly believe in themselves and this can work for them. It can also work against them as you can well imagine. Many of these individuals especially those with a lot of Scorpio in their charts come across as quite powerful and usually well focused on their goals. They will achieve their objectives once they make up their mind as to which route to take. Those that are lacking in this modality often seem to have a very difficult time completing what they begin, similar to an unfocused Gemini. Because of this inability, they may realize this deficiency and push very hard in order to get some satisfaction out of their efforts, often taking on more than they can actually handle. They will have to work exceptionally hard to complete or conquer the assignment or objective. They are not well developed when it comes to focus and need to find stability in their life. Many are aware of this shortfall and they will test their will-power and push themselves to the limit to conquer this apparent lack. Some become obsessive with details and organization and are determined to finish what they set out to do, unlike an underdeveloped Gemini as they would just as well leave any project as soon as something new comes along that holds their interest. Locating your strengths and vulnerabilities through shortages or emphases will be found within the modalities in your birth chart. These can help to define your character and what it is you should be working on or in contrast where your strengths lie. This is but one of the many facets in an Astrology chart that helps define you as an individual and shows your unique qualities. 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 click Contact Us Earlier posts can also be read on our blog – www.holmastrology.blogspot.ca/

Do you find yourself somehow always falling short of your expectations and there appear to be very few potential opportunities? Are you caught in the crosswinds of change? Does your life seem fated and predestined? Could these feelings of “lacking” or “missing” result from your approach to or attitude towards life? Perhaps you can review all potential opportunities that lie ahead. Do not limit your outlook by what you see today. Understand that life continually offers crossroads. When we feel that we are under assault and our options are few, more often than not these are the most opportune moment to discover our hidden strength. We can learn much about ourselves at these times. We cannot view these moments as times of weakness or think of ourselves as caught up in life’s turmoil conditions. We are just at a crossroad. Life is building momentum to enter a new phase and with this new phase, we will be offered broader horizons. How we deal with these opportunities or approach these opportunities is our choice. We have to choose to take that first step towards freedom from restrictions. We just need to have a little faith and strength to move forward into our most precious objectives. Believing in opportunities and knowing that they are in place so that we can grow and move forward is often something that we have to work on. Without challenges, we stagnate. We do not examine ourselves and our traits. Without examination, we will never understand ourselves. Limited perceptions or confined points of view stagnate our progress. Out-dated belief structures limit our advancement and only we can free ourselves of these ideologies and concepts. Change is always guaranteed in life and we must change to grow. We are our own life’s directors and we control our advancements or our stagnations. These choices have always been in our hands and always will be. In reality our opportunities and creative talents are boundless. There is no limit to our potential; however, we hold the key to unlock the next door. There is no need to feel alone, unaided or deserted. There are countless individuals ready to help us with our objectives in life. Some are physical and some are spiritual, but they are always at our disposal and will often come into focus when we need them most. They are our eternal companions and we are never alone or apart from them. They always have our best interests at heart; however their assistance comes in many forms. The answers to our next lesson may not be the one that we expect or want. We must not limit our growth by our limited focus. Their willingness to be of assistance and guidance is never short and their patience is infinite. We can always count on their assistance but we alone make the required moves to facilitate forward action in our lives. We can spend our whole life fighting transformation and being caught between expectations and reality. We may believe that life should be offering one things and due to our expectations, we have failed to see the resolution that has been waiting right in front of us. Our lives rest in our hands and we can open that door to a fuller and happier existence but we have to believe in ourselves and know that good things are just around the next bend. You set your own limits through your ideas of how you “think” life should be. Inner peace is an attitude and it is always within your grasp. Please “Like” us on Facebook. If you have confidential questions or comments or you would like to speak to us concerning the preparation of a chart, please click Contact Us Earlier posts can also be read on our blog – www.holmastrology.blogspot.ca/

It is challenging yet very exciting times as our children mature and develop into independent, responsible adults. We have experience with life lessons, and for most of us, our objective during this stage of our children’s evolution is to lend a gentle hand of guidance and offer the security and support that they still need, although apparently they may not perceive that to be the case. They are entering life with their eyes wide open and willing and able to grab hold of opportunities as well as take gambles with relative ease. They will learn valuable lessons because of this attitude. In our opinion, our input as parents is to stand by them and offer objective advice in a gentle fashion to guide them along their venture. They are open to everything although it may not appear this way. Everything we say and do provide them with something of significance even though they may seem reluctant to accept this. It can be a difficult at times as a parent to stand back yet support them with some of their undertakings knowing that this adventure is going to be a challenging one. It is wise to offer advice and then step back for a moment and allow them to digest. Persistence on your part only initiates rejection and aggression. In many cases, at this age our children are head strong and will follow their hearts and their own judgement (but remember we have had an influence in the creation of this judgement). They will advance in their own chosen direction regardless of our input, so we have to know when to let go and have faith that our example over the years will be part of their deciding factors. Have faith that what we have taught them will surface and be second nature in their decision making. If their decisions create hurdles, these are lessons that will carry them forward in life. These are the lessons that will not be soon forgotten and will help with their growth and maturity. As far as assistance and we are primarily speaking of financial assistance right now, it is important to teach them financial responsibility. The lessons of “no” early in life help them to be able to say no to themselves when trying to budget later in life. We as parents want the best for our children and some parents feel that by giving their children everything they request materially, somehow they are assisting in making their children happy. Do “things” truly make us happy? There is nothing wrong with helping our children when they are struggling. Hopefully they are mature enough to use our assistance in appropriate ways. If they acknowledge that we have provided them with assistance that stems from the heart and can assist them not only financially but through providing guidance and support to ease their burdens then our assistance has fallen into the right hands. On the contrary, if they waste these opportunity and squander our efforts then you will know better when the next time arrives, as undoubtedly it will. The expression “easy come, easy go” certainly has merit. How do you feel when you have worked hard and accomplished a goal that you have set for yourself? These accomplishments build character and belief in self. Do you want your children to be able to experience fulfilment through reaching their goals and accomplishments? Is it right that we take these opportunities away from our children? There is a fine line between assisting our children and stealing their self worth. When these young individuals meet up with life’s challenges which you know they will, the best we can do is offer our emotional support and guidance and then stick with them through thick and thin regardless of their decision. They need support during these trying times and we are well equipped to assist them in this manner. We love them unconditionally. When they make mistakes and take what we consider wrong turns in life, they need to know we are always there, but we also have to keep in mind that all things happen for a reason. Their lessons in life are invaluable and are often in their best interest in the long run. There comes a time that we have to recognize that it is time to allow their personalities to bloom and to let them stand on their own two feet. We have to have faith in their ability, to stand back and let them take life by the horns and run with it. Being a parent and offering loving support never ends. They have to know that they can always depend on us for this type of support. Whatever you were missing in your youth has taught you and helped you to grow. We have learned our mature insight and worldly education through each lesson we have experienced in life. We have all walked similar roads just as our maturing children are now venturing down. Have faith in their abilities and do not stagnate their growth. 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Transiting Neptune conjunct the Ascendant is a nebulous connection. If you were born with a Pisces Ascendant at 3-5 degrees, transiting Neptune has been playing havoc in your personal life. It has been within orb since about March, 2013 and will not be totally out of the orb of influence until January, 2016. You might, however, be getting some reprieve soon as Neptune finally goes direct at 4 degrees 47 minutes Pisces in November, 2014. It does go retrograde one more time in June, 2015 and then turns direct again in November, 2015, moving forward and continuing completely out of orb. Transiting Neptune on the Ascendant is a place of delusion and often misconception when dealing with life matters that are directly related to you. This could be your marriage, life changes, physical transformation and in general, just getting to understand the true you. This is often a time of great inner-reflection and misguided intentions. This creates difficulty in seeing the real you and understanding your life and your mission. This is a time of self-searching when you have to go deep beneath the surface to figure things out. It is best not to become overly concerned with trying to understand the workings of your psyche during this time frame, but it is almost impossible not to get lost in the search. Life may seem very illusionary and you may have gone through many facets of yourself trying to uncover more of what lies inside. The best guide during this time is the unconscious mind and potential self-understanding through mystical channels and meditation practice. This can be a very delusional period with feelings of being lost or off track. Many turn to the spiritual paths to find enlightenment. There are other channels that can provide you with a deeper understanding of your life purpose, but it will not be found in mundane activities. Because of these deep seated questions, some will find that they have ongoing complications with their spouse or close relationships. You may have trouble seeing things clearly, and you make a different impression on others. Your greatest problem is that you could be faced with some deception and this can come from outside of self and inside as well. Many become very idealistic during this time finding a sort of transcendent state of being where they feel very in touch with the mystical side of life. Some will actually find that place although it should be understood that it is a reflection of what is taking place within. Others can put life and its moments on a pedestal and then when the fog clears become disappointed with the actual results. Try not to expect too much of yourself and be sure to view yourself with as much clarity as possible. Some have a need to help others during this time and to join in group endeavours where they can be of assistance to others such as hospital work and volunteer work, where they can work with the poor and disenchanted or take on a ministering role. Neptune is altruistic in its alluring nature and does often bring out the best in us. Holding on to this may be difficult as the light begins to shine clear, but you will learn something of importance about yourself that you can take with you, even if only on a more mild scale. You can be sure when Neptune has completed this transit that you will feel enlightened or disenchanted, but you will have learned a valuable lesson-- that being the power of the mind and its influence on you. Using this ingrained life lesson, you can begin to mold a new life with some of these higher motivations. You may have experienced, during this time, feelings of being lost and then gaining ground in a spiritual connection. Most will experience both sides of the coin during Neptune’s transit. How will you be influenced during this time? Look at your Astrology chart. It will guide you. Please “Like” us on Facebook. If you have confidential questions or comments, or if you would like to speak to us concerning the preparation of a chart, please click Contact Us Earlier posts can also be read on our blog – www.holmastrology.blogspot.ca/

There are times when our world appears to be under siege. There are terrorist acts carried out in various regions of our world. Violent acts are carried out in the name of religion and God while others figth in the name of justice and equality. My God, pure essence, highest light (call it, him, her what you will) is a loving energy. How can anyone fight in the name of love? What is your perception of God? Is this energy a violent tyrant that seeks revenge and worship at any cost? Is this righteous and just? Would a loving God stand behind such atrocity? So once again, how can one fight and murder in the name of God? God is the loving energy the burns inside each and every one of us. There is not an ounce of violence in God, the Godhead, our pure essence, I am, Father, Mother, etc., etc. God is love and compassion. Standing up for our rights has a place in our world but violent action and acts of barbarism cannot be connected to God. Will you be the example of love and compassion to all that surrounds you even in the face of violence? This can certainly be a difficult task. Let compassion and love for all mankind be your motto, be your hymn of justice. Lead others with your pure light so that all can see your brilliance. Our hearts go out to everyone that is and has been affected by these segregated individuals that try to tear away at our fabric of peace and freedom of choice. We hope that you can find a place of solitude and grace; a place where you can hold on to love. Do NOT allow these acts to rob you of your core love and compassion. If you do allow this, the acts of violence and terror have succeeded! 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 click Contact Us Earlier posts can also be read on our blog – www.holmastrology.blogspot.ca/

This post applies to those who have their Sun in Capricorn, Libra, Aries and Cancer although we are primarily focusing on the conjunction aspect. There are various different aspects and each has its own abilities. The conjunction brings an emphasis while the square often brings challenging and often chaotic conditions. The opposition brings awareness for dynamic change to the self but often through other people’s interactions. If you have your Sun Sign in any of these cardinal positions listed in the opening sentence and your Sun is between 8-17 degrees in one of these signs, you will be experiencing the transit of Pluto accentuating your Sun sign. Pluto’s action begins in a subtle manner but gradually increases in its intensity. Many of those who are sensitive to its influence can feel its approach often as far away as 5-6 degrees and 2-3 degree when it is separating. Transiting Pluto has been moving back and forth between retrograde motion and direct motion for some time now and its impact is probably well known at this point. It finally went direct on September 23, 2014 and will remain in direct motion until June 2, 2015. After this later date, it will return to retrograde motion. This period has been noted as a great time of change and transformation in the lives of those that Pluto has touched. It is a time to orchestrate your ambitions and move forward with your objectives, but often you will have to delete obstructions to your desire to move ahead in life. This obstruction is now old and outdated and must be dealt with and seen as it truly is. If these states of affairs are no longer viable and do not serve some real purpose, you will have to disengage from them and move in a new direction. They no longer serve you and in order for a new birth to begin, you have to remove these obstacles that now stand in your way. They have served their purpose and no longer have significance in your life. You will find (particularly with the conjunction) that you now seem to have powerful energies that can keep you going and help you to eliminate these objects or habits that stand in the way of progress and achievement. You can reach your objectives as you are more prone to decisive action and assertion in the areas of life ruled by the house transiting Pluto is in and the house your Sun Sign is in. If your Sun is in Capricorn as this conjunction implies, you can move forward in your career objectives and personal sphere of activity with a new found enthusiasm and strong push to make things happen in your life. If you are experiencing the square or opposition aspects, you may find that it is more difficult to achieve these objectives, but you will have the push required to make sure that these inner and outer changes take place, although not without some challenges along the way. You can now remove old outworn and outdated parts of yourself that no longer serve you and you are the orchestrator of these actions, unless you are experiencing the opposition then someone else may be assisting you with the changes that need to happen. Understand that in most cases, these changes are what need to take place and you will gain momentum as this transit begins to unfold. You will eventually reap the rewards and understand the process completely when Pluto is out of range permanently, which can take up to two years. During this transit, you may uncover facets of your personality that might not be too pleasant to confront, but confront them you must, as you cannot eliminate or transform any part of yourself until you first acknowledge what exists. It is best to concentrate on yourself during this time although you can also be of assistance to others. You can challenge and transform obstructions in your life although you will have to watch for ego intervention. All must be done with good intentions and push you in positive directions. Facing yourself objectively and honestly may be a difficult task although a necessity in order to foster this transformation that now needs to come to life. Stay true to yourself and be strong during this time of massive transformation and get ready for a new you to emerge. Please “Like” us on Facebook. If you have confidential comments or questions, or you would like to speak to us concerning the preparation of a chart, please Contact Us Earlier posts can also be read on our blog – www.holmastrology.blogspot.ca/

In prayer we reach out to our living messenger and holy minister of truth that light be spread over our consciousness and bring us in touch with our destiny. We pray that the path of righteousness be clear in our knowing and that we administer these traits into our being. We ask that the truth be given and that all of mankind find a place of solace and contentment and that we may dwell in comfort and safety among our fellow brothers and sisters during times of strife and anxiety. Please teach us, and deliver us to a place where we can be at peace with one another across our world and spread true harmony to each and every living soul. Please help us recover that place of attunement with our higher self and spread the word of love in our entangled world. Bring us ever closer to the wisdom of the ancient teachings that lie dormant in so many and allow our world to flower. Let each of us find our path to enlightenment and truth in our own particular way and help us attain a state of peace and tranquility of lasting quality that encapsulates us to our very core. We open ourselves to the truth and envision the glory of what lies ahead with clear insight and transformative opportunity. We ask this in the name of pure essence and our holy ancestors without judgement, this day and forever more. Amen. 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 Contact Us Earlier posts can also be read on our blog – www.holmastrology.blogspot.ca/

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There will be times during our various stages of enlightenment that we will question the validity of our experiences. Through meditation and other techniques, many individuals have discovered realms of existence that were once foreign to “normal” everyday life. Upon reflection, there will be times when we begin to falter and question our own perception of these experiences. This is a normal process and it is primarily due to ego interference, as connecting to spirituality and understanding of the true nature of reality, the ego has no dominance. In fear of losing its stronghold, the ego will break into our space and challenge the mind in whatever means suits it best to push us to question the validity of what is taking place in our lives. If we begin to question the ongoing process of our awakening to a higher state of awareness, it will usually be ego interference. This interference can take many forms and the more threatened the ego becomes, the stronger it will push you to doubt your perceptions of reality and challenge your belief structure. The ego is actually unaware of its positive value in our evolution and it fears that it will be lost or somehow thrown away or discarded. It is believed that there is also a higher scope of existence for the ego where it to will be free of limitations and open to the love and compassion as is the true course of all existence. When you find your belief structures being challenged, have a close look at where this questioning might be coming from. This is not to say that if something does not feel right that you should follow it blindly. You will learn to decipher the difference between truth and illusion. Through facilitating an outlook or belief structure that states that you will only learn the truth, there is no fear of illusion. When the ego infiltrates your conscious state with questions or intrusions, if you take the time to review and study them, you will know instinctively whether they are real or illusion. Always having faith. Your “knowing” that you are walking the correct path can and will be challenging at times especially during any transitional stage. You are being challenged because the past ways of living no longer holds you in their grip, and you are consciously aware of the change that is taking place in your life on many levels. Move forward with confidence and follow your heart. You may be traversing a new trail in your life, but if you look closely the path is well trodden and many others walk beside you. Our world is always undergoing a transformation and this evolutionary change is affecting our whole planet on one level or another. How wonderful and privileged we are to be taking part in this awakening. Share this life gift with those around you in whatever way suits the occasion, although some may not approve. This is, however, their choice. Know that you are following your vision and this vision which will impact your life and those around you. Stay true to yourself and believe. 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 Contact Us Earlier posts can also be read on our blog – www.holmastrology.blogspot.ca/

In 2014, the Sun moves into the sign of Scorpio on Friday, October 24. This post applies to those individuals that are born with their Sun in Scorpio and to a lesser degree those born with a Scorpio Ascendant. There are three main types of Scorpio people and this is why it is such a misrepresented sign. It is often referred to or designated as the Scorpion whose character traits are often the ones that are less desirable. The sign of Scorpio also has the salamander and the eagle personalities. The Scorpion carries with it traits such as deception and these individuals can harbour qualities that are not to be trusted. They are known for the sexual promiscuity and their sexual trickery or cheating capabilities. They also have a very vengeful side and once crossed, it is best to be on the lookout as they can be quite deceptive and sneaky in their plans to equal the score. You are best not to cross them although in some cases they can be plain spiteful and often very vindictive even without provocation. Jealousy is also a strong character trait and although they feel that it might be alright for them to have clandestine affairs, they would not take it well if their partner were to play the same game. It is rather one sided and although they may be quite aware that it is wrong to carry on this way, they still feel entitled and have difficulties controlling their strong desires. Alternatively, there is also the salamander and the eagle personalities of Scorpio. Many will carry traits of both persona’s but those that have found a way to rise above the Scorpion tendencies can become very altruistic in their natures. Most Scorpio individuals regardless of classification have a need to go beneath the surface and dig deep for answers, and because of this, they make great psychologists, pathologists and private investigators, along with surgeons and in some cases miners. The eagle personalities has found their way past primal urges and because of their tendency to go deep are often found in circles involving the mystical side of life. They are true to the cause of self-exploration and seek out qualities within themselves that can not only benefit them personally but also aid others in their time of need. They are quite loyal to their word, their friends and their lovers. Those that seek spiritual enlightenment are always ready to uncover their deepest and most mysterious character flaws and make dramatic changes and transformations to their character due to the planetary influence of Pluto. Most Scorpio individuals are great at uncovering the truth and they often have a penetrating gaze as though they see past the superficial and see right to the core. This can be a little formidable for those that are overly sensitive. They feel that their privacy is important yet private matter can be alluring to the Scorpio individual for they want to uncover all tendencies hidden within. Most Scorpio individuals have an air of secrecy about them and you will have a difficult time uncovering the deeper facets of their personality. They may even hide their true selves so as to remain a secret and to capture the fascination of others. Nearly all Scorpio individuals have a sensual appeal to them and many are aware of this quality but the eagle type does not abuse this trait. They understand that sexual connections are normal and that the appeal that they have should not be abused. If you are looking for a stimulating individual, one who will be hard to decipher and one who is interested in uncovering the deeper meanings of life and the undercurrents of the psyche, a Scorpio individual would be the individual you are seeking. Please “Like” us on Facebook. If you have confidential questions or comments or you would like to speak to us concerning the preparation of a chart, please Contact us Earlier posts can also be read on our blog – www.holmastrology.blogspot.ca/

So what is important to you? If you were to take three of your most valued treasures, what would they be? Do these treasures have intrinsic value, security or monetary value? Security does cover a relatively wide spectrum. Are security measures based on how you feel about yourself and your life’s current state of affairs? What are they based on and do they define you as an individual? What is your concept of security? (These are concepts or belief structures that you have erected in your life—that you have built on solid foundations). Are they sound? Are the security feelings that you connect with based on financial access or are these security measures built on inner resources and something that you can always rely on? It is important to realization that the measures you take in your life that provide you with a feeling of security are based on self-actualized concepts and belief structures that you have erected in your life. True security and comfort levels will remain consistent if they come from within. Getting in touch with yourself and finding an honest evaluation of what your objectives in life are can assist in evaluating where your priorities lie. If you find that your definition of security is based on what you own or what you are doing for a living, take a moment to figure out why these values are significant in your life and how they affect your growth as an individual. Do they initiate development on a deep level? Are they part of your awakening? Do your security measures come from spontaneous joyful feelings associated with everyday living? Do they resonate with who you are and will they help you to achieve a clearer state of being? In order to feel lasting fulfilment and true meaning, do you not have to uncover facets of your inner core and unlock your truest potential? Is it not important to get in touch with your higher self and to manifest a combination of inner spiritual enlightenment and human interaction? Getting in touch with our true identity and to facilitate communion with self are true stepping stones to security and self worth. Meditation is one of the best vehicles to travel this path to awakening and spiritual enlightenment. It helps to quiet the mind and accentuates a path that you can move along when your search goes beyond material contentment and financial security. Meditation is the path of least resistance to reach our ultimate goals. What is our single most important reason for this existence? When awakened to our true purpose, we realize the “why” behind this existence....the purpose to this physical world. You are already connected to this information. It quietly waits within. Open the channels of communication. You are a spiritual being living in a physical body. Please “Like” us on Facebook. If you have confidential questions or comments, 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/