This page interprets the movements of the planets over the next two weeks.
Astrological Update on 15th April 2024
At the start of the period covered by this update, most of the planets are within a small section of the zodiac, from Pisces to Taurus. This puts an emphasis on the qualities of these signs:
These signs have been emphasised for several weeks and will continue to be so for about another month. It gives humanity an opportunity to integrate love, wisdom and peace into acts of service. This can be both at the individual level as well as the collective.
The two planets that fall outside of these signs of the zodiac are the Moon, which changes sign every two and a half days, and Pluto, which can stay in a sign for many years. Pluto is currently in Aquarius. Both the Moon and Pluto are planets of change. The Moon can represent changes that occur on a day to day or even hour by hour basis. In contrast, Pluto signifies changes over a much longer period of time.
For all that humanity is going through profound changes, the underlying lessons that it is striving to master revolve around those qualities mentioned above: love, wisdom and peace.
Three planets, the Sun, Mercury and Venus are all in Aries, which is linked with proactive energy. As Mercury is currently retrograde, hasty thoughts might be reconsidered before they are expressed. There is the possibility of giving greater consideration to the ramifications of proposed actions. Second thoughts can be useful to kerb what might have led to impulsive actions.
Another factor that could modify actions is the presence of Mars, the ruler of Aries being in Pisces until the end of April. Until then, there is greater potential for actions to include underlying kindness or awareness of how those actions might be received. Another outworking of Mars in Pisces is that energy could be directed towards helping people in challenging situations.
The Sun moves into Taurus on 19th April, joining Jupiter and Uranus in this sign. Amongst many other things, Taurus is associated with appreciation of what is detected by the physical senses. This is so appropriate with spring in full flow and nature bursting with colour, textures and perfumes. It is also possible that people feel drawn to offer more practical help to others.
Over the last few months, Jupiter has been getting closer to Uranus. They are at their closest on 21st April. This is an opportunity to look at what is really happening in the world, particularly those things that humanity is stubbornly hanging on to but which really need to change. The interaction of these planets provides plenty of opportunity for change.
Two other planets that are associated with change are Neptune, which is in Pisces, and Pluto. In different ways, both of these planets contribute to greater consideration not only of people, but also the other kingdoms of life, such as the plant and animal kingdoms. There is greater realisation that all life is one and the benefits of working towards the good of the whole instead of selfish desires or personal power.
The full Moon is in Scorpio while the Sun is in Taurus on 23rd April. At one level, there could be a transformation in feelings and emotions that might have an effect on daily living. At another level, there may be profound appreciation of the purpose of life or interest in investigating the mysteries of life.
By 25th April, Mercury has gone direct in Aries so those thoughts that were reviewed and revised during the retrograde phase could now be implemented more easily. Mercury in Aries is candid and may have a restless urge to learn something new. There could be new ideas that lead to new initiatives and pioneering projects. It can be an exciting and innovative time.
Throughout the time covered by this update, there is a tense interaction between the Sun and Pluto. There are many interpretations of this interaction that happens, albeit in different ways, twice a year. One interpretation is of a change in awareness of the inner radiant self or the power of the spirit within. This is an opportunity when it could be possible to gain a deeper understanding of the oneness of spirit throughout the brotherhood of all life.
Keep well, stay happy.
Patricia Godden
At the start of the period covered by this update, most of the planets are within a small section of the zodiac, from Pisces to Taurus. This puts an emphasis on the qualities of these signs:
- Pisces with the soul lesson of peace through wisdom associated with compassion and oneness,
- Aries with the soul lesson of love in action bringing courage and initiative into new experiences
- Taurus with the soul lesson of service through love bringing steadiness and reliability.
These signs have been emphasised for several weeks and will continue to be so for about another month. It gives humanity an opportunity to integrate love, wisdom and peace into acts of service. This can be both at the individual level as well as the collective.
The two planets that fall outside of these signs of the zodiac are the Moon, which changes sign every two and a half days, and Pluto, which can stay in a sign for many years. Pluto is currently in Aquarius. Both the Moon and Pluto are planets of change. The Moon can represent changes that occur on a day to day or even hour by hour basis. In contrast, Pluto signifies changes over a much longer period of time.
For all that humanity is going through profound changes, the underlying lessons that it is striving to master revolve around those qualities mentioned above: love, wisdom and peace.
Three planets, the Sun, Mercury and Venus are all in Aries, which is linked with proactive energy. As Mercury is currently retrograde, hasty thoughts might be reconsidered before they are expressed. There is the possibility of giving greater consideration to the ramifications of proposed actions. Second thoughts can be useful to kerb what might have led to impulsive actions.
Another factor that could modify actions is the presence of Mars, the ruler of Aries being in Pisces until the end of April. Until then, there is greater potential for actions to include underlying kindness or awareness of how those actions might be received. Another outworking of Mars in Pisces is that energy could be directed towards helping people in challenging situations.
The Sun moves into Taurus on 19th April, joining Jupiter and Uranus in this sign. Amongst many other things, Taurus is associated with appreciation of what is detected by the physical senses. This is so appropriate with spring in full flow and nature bursting with colour, textures and perfumes. It is also possible that people feel drawn to offer more practical help to others.
Over the last few months, Jupiter has been getting closer to Uranus. They are at their closest on 21st April. This is an opportunity to look at what is really happening in the world, particularly those things that humanity is stubbornly hanging on to but which really need to change. The interaction of these planets provides plenty of opportunity for change.
Two other planets that are associated with change are Neptune, which is in Pisces, and Pluto. In different ways, both of these planets contribute to greater consideration not only of people, but also the other kingdoms of life, such as the plant and animal kingdoms. There is greater realisation that all life is one and the benefits of working towards the good of the whole instead of selfish desires or personal power.
The full Moon is in Scorpio while the Sun is in Taurus on 23rd April. At one level, there could be a transformation in feelings and emotions that might have an effect on daily living. At another level, there may be profound appreciation of the purpose of life or interest in investigating the mysteries of life.
By 25th April, Mercury has gone direct in Aries so those thoughts that were reviewed and revised during the retrograde phase could now be implemented more easily. Mercury in Aries is candid and may have a restless urge to learn something new. There could be new ideas that lead to new initiatives and pioneering projects. It can be an exciting and innovative time.
Throughout the time covered by this update, there is a tense interaction between the Sun and Pluto. There are many interpretations of this interaction that happens, albeit in different ways, twice a year. One interpretation is of a change in awareness of the inner radiant self or the power of the spirit within. This is an opportunity when it could be possible to gain a deeper understanding of the oneness of spirit throughout the brotherhood of all life.
Keep well, stay happy.
Patricia Godden