posted August 03, 2009 12:07 AM         

"If you don’t know where you’re going you might end up someplace else.”
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The Lunar Eclipse of August 5th ~ Clarity or Confusion?

The Full Moon/Lunar Eclipse of August 5th is occurring in the signs of Leo and Aquarius (See time zones below). These signs address the dreams and visions for our lives, our passions and if we are living though our hearts. The energies now are bringing these issues before us in ways we must pay attention to.

Acting upon a dream or vision that we have no heart for, or have lost our passion for, can leave us dry or feeling barren. Conversely, our passions without a vision can go nowhere. The two, when working together, are keys to creating a life that is full and rich and brings a sense of fulfillment. This Full Moon asks us to consider these things.

During the Solar Eclipse of July 21st, we may have left behind some thing that was played an important role in our life. And now is a time to gain insights into what comes next.

Questions to Ponder
~Do I stay connected to my heart when making important decisions?
~Do I let my idealism keep me from pursuing my dreams? Does everything have to be “just right” before I take the next step?
~Are my passions getting enough of my focus? Do I even know what those are anymore?
~How could my passions help others?
~What would my personal connection to the whole like it?

Lunar Eclipses brings a Sense of Destiny
Lunar Eclipses can bring a sense of both fulfillment and destiny with them. There is a feeling that something is wanting to emerge into our psyche or consciousness awareness and so it is important to take note of what happens to you during the influence of this Eclipse, which is from the Solar Eclipse before (7/21) to the New Moon after (8/20), but particularly strong the few days surrounding August 5th.

Here are some things to consider
~Your instincts and intuition may be stronger and more accurate in guiding you now than your logic and reason. Pay attention to how you feel in your body, especially your 4th chakra (heart).
~Because there is still a strong Saturn influence now, pay attention to details. Notice what is right before you, as well as what is ahead.
~ And allow some chaos around you as it may emerge as a form of Divine Order in the weeks to come.
~Also because of Saturn’s influence, stay grounded and keep things simple.
~Involve those around you as you (re)discover your next steps.
~A Vision for the next phase of your life may be wanting to appear now and thus become clear to you. This is especially true if you have been thinking about such things. It is also true if you have recently shifted your relationship(s) with your family.

Mars~The Great Activator
One more thing—in the weeks ahead, there are several Mars aspects, which will move things along quickly, as it has a catalyst-type impact. So gaining some clarity about where you going next is good in that Mars will help you to take action and get things moved along. August is NOT a month to put on the brakes, but rather a time of activity and gaining the momentum the will lead to real progress in the weeks and months to come.

It all starts with knowing where you’re going, and by tuning into the energies of this Lunar Eclipse, you will likely gain insights into the Vision for this phase of your life.

Many Blessings to you!
~Elizabeth

The Lunar Eclipse occurs on August 5th at 13˚43' Aquarius at these times: