ASTROLOGICAL SNAPSHOT
This is the 86th day of 2023
87 days until the Summer Solstice
25 days until Mercury Retrograde
279 days until 2024
Sun is in Aries
Moon is in Gemini
Mercury is in Aries
Venus is in Taurus
Mars is in Cancer
Jupiter is in Aries
Saturn is in Pisces
Uranus is in Taurus
Neptune is in Pisces
Pluto is in Aquarius
Chiron is in Aries
Ceres is Rx in Virgo
North Node is in Taurus
Lilith is Rx in Leo
Fortune is in Gemini
Ascendant is in Aries
Midheaven is in Capricorn
DAILY SPIRIT ANIMAL
ELK SPIRIT | STAY THE COURSE
The elk represents dignity, power, inner strength, and passion. Elk spirit is a message to stay steady on your current course. An elk sighting is also a reminder to be diligent and see things through. If you do, you will earn the respect of others for standing your ground.
When it comes to spirit animal “medicine,” Native Americans widely believe that each animal can teach us about the ways of life—values, culture, hunting, family, etc. The elk teaches pride, strength, stamina, and agility. The Shawnee called the elk “wapiti” which translates into “white rump.” The wapiti is a symbol that it’s time to take the next step in life and do it with courage.
To the Lakota, the elk was an important part of their spiritual beliefs. When a male Lakota was born, he was presented with an elk tooth representing longevity of life. Later in life when a male was ready to find his “other half,” if he had an elk sighting in a dream, he would paint an elk on his courting clothes, indicating a high sexual prowess. To the Lakota, the spiritual elk represented strength, power, and virility.
The elk also serves as the official state animal for Utah and he adorns both the state seal and flag of Michigan.
The Norse people of Scandinavia believed that by observing and listening to animals they could adopt and develop their traits in themselves. For the Norse people, who called the elk “King of the Forest,” the elk was a symbol of inner strength, wisdom, and grace, and having a white elk sighting was a sign of divine protection.
Because elk can be susceptible to infectious illnesses, an elk encounter may be a way of suggesting that you need to look to your physical and mental health. This is particularly true if you are in a position where you could potentially spread a physical illness to others.
Another thing to consider is that your elk-sighting may also be a gentle reminder that we are connected to others, even if we don’t wish to be or never planned to be. Keep in mind that negative attitudes and moods can, if kept unchecked, spread to others. Don’t be the person who brings down office morale or who leaves your club in disarray after an important meeting.
Just as viruses and bad attitudes can be contagious, so can gossip. An elk sighting could be a reminder that spreading gossip or negative news can get out of control, harming others and yourself. Focus on the positive aspects of the elk: a strong, powerful, steadfast creature that does not need to use trickery or tall-tales to get ahead.
On a different note, because the elk’s antlers are prized by some, elk have been the target of hunters. Watch what you let people see about you: maintain appropriate boundaries and be aware that not everyone who has an interest in you is necessarily concerned about your interests.
DAILY ORACLE CARD
VI. SIX OF CUPS
The Six of Cups upright generally represents generosity, naïve happiness, and childhood. It can stand for you wanting to return to a happier time, whether it was when you were a child, teenager, or young adult. Many times, these memories are things of the past, which reflect the aspects of ourselves that have vanished. You may feel that remembering these times is the only way to feel happy. The Six of Cups appearing in a reading seems to indicate that while we may look upon the past with a happy eye, we must avoid living in it.
The Six of Cups can also mean that you are be returning to a familiar place. This could be your hometown, an old friend’s home, a school, or any place that holds a lot of meaning for you. You are seeking to reconnect with people from your past. Bringing back old memories reminds us of our childhood, a time when things were simpler.
You may be seeking the comfort and warmth of people that unconditionally love you.
Coming after the Five of Cups, this card can also suggest that you may have suffered a loss or disappointment of sorts, and you are making the journey home. You are looking to the past to find the answer to the crisis or challenge that you are facing now. You may be seeking the comfort and warmth of people that unconditionally love you, gathering strength to face the trials that are in front of you.
MARCH 2023 LUNAR CALENDAR
TUESDAY, MARCH 28, 2023: FIRST QUARTER MOON IN CANCER
Your feeling of safety is now related to your home, family, and related activities such as cooking and gardening. You may be prone to emotional fluctuations; you should learn to forgive and forget in order to avoid depression from thinking too much about things. Your perception of the world can be very subjective; try to create a certain distance without being bitter. Due to your rich emotional manifestation, you can create a real sense of belonging in the world.
MARCH 2023 ASTROLOGICAL EVENT CALENDAR
MAR 27 — MERCURY IN ARIES CONJUNCT JUPITER IN ARIES
Bold Aries encourages all to take a leap of faith today, as we will be lucky in every area of our lives. Look at life through optimistic eyes and fearlessly take the road less traveled.
MAR 30 — MARS IN CANCER TRINE SATURN IN PISCES
This is a collaborative aspect that allows us all to work together to achieve a common goal. Help each other out today!
MAR 30 — VENUS IN TAURUS CONJUNCT URANUS IN TAURUS
Be spontaneous in your love life today. A chance meeting with someone could light the spark in your romantic life.
April 2023 Astrological Events
01
Moon in Leo Trine Jupiter in Aries
Big ideas can come to mind, and this can keep you in a pleasant mood. Try expanding your mind in new ways.
Waxing Gibbous Moon in Leo
02
Moon Enters Virgo
There can be plenty that needs to get done, and you can make use of the productive energy available to you. It can be a good time for organization and structure.
Waxing Gibbous Moon in Leo/Virgo
03
Mercury Enters Taurus
Mental energy can slow over the coming weeks, and you can take more time to make decisions and put together plans. Once you get moving with them, you can keep going, though there may be a block or delay in a few weeks, making progress take longer.
Mercury in Taurus Square Pluto in Aquarius
It may be difficult to see eye-to-eye with others, and you may find yourself in fights over ideas and plans. Try to do a better job listening.
Waxing Gibbous Moon in Virgo
04
Moon Enters Libra
A peaceful environment may be preferable right now, and you can find a middle ground and get others on the same page to make that happen. This can help you feel emotionally secure.
Waxing Gibbous Moon in Virgo/Libra
05
Mercury in Taurus Sextile Saturn in Pisces
Long-term plans can be easier to work on, and you can make use of disciplined mental energy. You can focus on your goals and feel more ambitious.
Waxing Gibbous Moon in Libra
06
Full Moon in Libra
The Libra Full Moon is traditionally a time to focus on your relationships and partnerships, work on relationship issues, grow closer or walk away, or become more committed. You can crave serenity and harmony and can be more pleasant.
07
Venus in Taurus Sextile Neptune in Pisces
Softness can be helpful when dealing with other people, and you can be more understanding and compassionate. You can help someone else and enjoy being of help.
Moon Enters Scorpio
Something may need a refresh in your life, which can help you feel more in control. You can open up to new angles, solutions, and approaches and take your time.
Waning Gibbous Moon in Libra/Scorpio
08
Mercury in Taurus Sextile Mars in Cancer
There can be extra mental energy, and you can get excited about your ideas and plans. You may be more open with what’s on your mind and more excitable.
Waning Gibbous Moon in Scorpio
09
Moon Enters Sagittarius
You may feel like getting out there in some way and doing a little exploring, even if it’s only in your own head. You can enjoy new experiences and take in new knowledge.
Waning Gibbous Moon in Scorpio/Sagittarius
10
Moon in Sagittarius Trine Jupiter in Aries
Expansive energy can surge, and you can focus on what will help you expand in new ways. You can be optimistic and focus on the big picture.
Waning Gibbous Moon in Sagittarius
11
Venus Enters Gemini
Mental connections in love can become more important with Venus in Gemini, and you can work on improving the lines of communication with the people in your life. This can help you feel closer, and you may be more open with your thoughts and ideas and enjoy flowing conversation.
Venus in Gemini Trine Pluto in Aquarius
Passion can be strong in your relationships, and you can feel more dedicated and loyal to the people you care about. You can work to transform your connections for the better, which can make you feel better.
Sun in Aries Conjunct Jupiter in Aries
There is so much out there for you to experience in life, and you may keep your eye on something specific that you want to explore. Keep an open mind, an open heart, and a healthy dose of realism.
Moon Enters Capricorn
The goals that are most important to you at the moment can get more attention, and you can feel more stable and secure if you’re making progress or feel you will be. You can hit your stride in some way, and this feels good.
Waning Gibbous Moon in Sagittarius/Capricorn
12
Moon in Capricorn Trine Uranus in Taurus
If there’s something that has been vexing you lately, being innovative and unconventional may be the right approach. Let yourself entertain the unusual and see if that might work best.
Waning Gibbous Moon in Capricorn
13
Last Quarter Moon in Capricorn
Letting go of old responsibilities that are no longer good for you to be doing may be a focus over the next week. This can free you up from old restrictions and help you feel more open.
Moon Enters Aquarius
Your friends may be of help to you, and you can show your appreciation and be there for them. You may feel more open to new people as well and expand your social circle.
14
Venus in Gemini Square Saturn in Pisces
Responsibilities in relationships may feel stifling, and you may want to run away. This rarely solves the problem, so try to get underneath the surface of the problem and figure out what the right approach would be.
Waning Crescent Moon in Aquarius
15
Moon Enters Pisces
Intuition can be strong, and taking time to reconnect to your intuitive self can help. Use intuitive exercises, and gain a little more trust in your instincts.
Waning Crescent Moon in Aquarius/Pisces
16
Moon in Pisces Sextile Mercury in Taurus
Your schedule may be busy, and you can tackle a variety of projects and commitments. This variety can satisfy your mental demands.
Waning Crescent Moon in Pisces
17
Moon Enters Aries
There can be extra energy for you to access, and you can focus that energy on whatever excites you most. You can be enthusiastic and ready to take action.
Waning Crescent Moon in Pisces/Aries
18
Moon in Aries Square Mars in Cancer
Something may get under your skin, and you can lash out as a result. Work on the root issue, and try to have a healthy outlet for frustrations.
Waning Crescent Moon in Aries
19
Moon in Aries Conjunct Jupiter in Aries
There can be more opportunities around you than you realized, and you can get excited by what’s possible. You may want to focus on new experiences, explore new places, and take in new knowledge.
20
Solar Eclipse in Aries
The Aries Solar eclipse is full of high energy, and both Aries and Solar Eclipses are times of new beginnings, so this is extra strong now. This eclipse, in particular, has even more energy than usual, so you can feel extra pushed to take action, start anew, and embark on a new beginning quickly.
Sun Enters Taurus
Getting grounded and improving stability and security can be important during Taurus season, and you can work on giving yourself permission to slow down. Work on your confidence levels, and focus on greater self-respect.
Sun in Taurus Square Pluto in Aquarius
There may be fights for power and control, and this can feel like it comes out of nowhere, but it’s likely triggering something deep within you. Focus on that, and try to find some middle ground.
Moon Enters Taurus
Sensual energy can be stronger than usual, and you can connect more to your body and to the physical world around you. You may want to take more time to relax and indulge.
Moon Enters Taurus
Sensual energy can be stronger than usual, and you can connect more to your body and to the physical world around you. You may want to take more time to relax and indulge.
21
Mercury Retrograde Begins in Taurus
Mercury retrograde begins now and lasts until May 14, and this retrograde occurs entirely in Taurus. With Mercury moving backward in Taurus for almost a month, this can kick up stubborn, inflexible, and proud energy, and we have to work to be more open, ground ourselves and stay humble.
Waxing Crescent Moon in Taurus
22
Moon Enters Gemini
Keeping busy may be easy as there seems to be a lot you want to focus on. Try to avoid keeping yourself too busy, and becoming frazzled and scattered.
Waxing Crescent Moon in Taurus/Gemini
23
Mercury in Taurus Sextile Mars in Cancer
It can be easier to control mental energy or to at least take action with some of your ideas and plans. You can get extra excited about one idea or plan, in particular, and this may be a new one or it may be something you’re digging back up to give another chance.
Waxing Crescent Moon in Gemini
24
Moon Enters Cancer
Staying in your comfort zone, and sticking to the people who support you, might be a good idea, as it helps you feel more emotionally secure. Try to tend to your emotional needs and strengthen yourself internally.
Waxing Crescent Moon in Gemini/Cancer
25
Sun in Taurus Sextile Saturn in Pisces
Ambition can run high, and you can be more disciplined with what you want to achieve. You may focus on new goals or pick back up old ones.
Waxing Crescent Moon in Cancer
26
Moon in Cancer Trine Neptune in Pisces
Imagination can be strong, and you can focus on creative projects or hobbies. You can feel dreamy but have control over it.
27
First Quarter Moon in Leo
There may be adjustments required over the next week that allow you to have more fun and get more time away from work and chores. You may be creative with the adjustments and take a positive approach to them.
Moon Enters Leo
Make time for the people you love, the places you love, and the things you love to do most in healthy and positive ways. This can help you connect more to your heart.
28
Moon in Leo Sextile Venus in Gemini
It can be easier to deal with other people, and you can find the right words and actions that get people on your side. You can be pleasant and charming.
Waxing Gibbous Moon in Leo
29
Mars in Cancer Sextile Uranus in Taurus
Change can be easier to focus on, and you can take action to create the changes you want and hope for. This can get you closer to your dream future, and you can embrace doing things unconventionally.
Moon Enters Virgo
Extra chores and tasks may need to be done, and you can focus on being as efficient with your time and energy as possible. You don’t want to waste time, and you can improve your approach to ensure you don’t.
Waxing Gibbous Moon in Leo/Virgo
30
Moon in Virgo Trine Mercury in Taurus
Sorting through your ideas and plans can be easier for you to do, and you can tweak your plans, so you’re ready to take action when you get the chance.
Waxing Gibbous Moon in Virgo
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