Rick DiClemente’s

Astrology Newsletter

Volume 74, May 2012

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Coming Events and Appearances for May

 

5/17 Thursday, from 2:55pm-3:55 Eastern. Guest appearance on Yvonne Perry’s “We Are One in Spirit Podcasthttp://weareoneinspirit.blogspot.com/

 

5/19 Saturday, 1:00-3:30pm. Book discussion, sale, and signing at the Indian Summer 4136 Library Rd. Pittsburgh, Pa 15234 (412) 207-8746 https://www.newindiansummer.com 

 

Check out my new column online each month @ www.OMTimes.com

 


 

 

Depression

Seen Through the Eyes of the Twelve Signs

 

I am no clinical psychologist or a psychiatrist. Certainly, if you are experiencing life-debilitating depression, I highly encourage you to seek a professional. You may indeed be suffering a chemical imbalance in need of treatment, and this article does not intend to suffice for professional guidance.

 

Nevertheless, I’ve had enough depression myself and certainly have dealt with it in hundreds of cases with my clientele. I do think some general advice on an astrological basis may indeed be helpful. At least, it will give you some ideas to consider if in fact you do experience occasional or even chronic blues. This article assumes that you have tried other medical techniques to relieve your depression.

 

Astrology is a very complex science that certainly can reveal very deep-seated patterns in our psyches. By analyzing each of the 12 signs of the zodiac, I feel I can shed some light in general per sign for you. Remember these are general per sign; you very well may have planets in other signs that compensate for what is said below:

 

ARIES - The Ram is seldom depressed unless other forces are at work. I have seen Aries who are offspring of parents who overly-cautioned them. This can be very serious because the Aries has been taught to not trust their instincts. Therefore, it becomes hard for them to get in touch with their fire (zest for life.) Aries are not to be cautioned. They thirst for activity and adventure. The cure for Aries is to get more active and get into more adventures where they can challenge themselves. Adrenalin junkies. Usually, they don’t have to contend with depression too much though – as is true with all fire signs.

 

TAURUS – Taurus is an unusual sign because they are fixed and earth. (Many of these descriptions are further explained in my new book, The Exquisite Zodiac [TEZ].) In general, Taureans have ONE mood – steady-as-she-goes. Usually possessing an even temperament, this sign hovers just above the level of depression. It’s a hard sign to get excited. Fixed signs are exactly as described. If they do get depressed, I have few answers for them. Usually, the best way out is a good meal, a bath, something tactile. Taureans really know how to feast the senses and are very sensual. Usually they don’t get too depressed but stay on a nice even keel.

 

GEMINI – This flighty air sign is seldom depressed. Boredom is more their bane. There are so many new discoveries to be found for the Twins that they can usually wait 2 minutes, and the depression will pass. It is hard for Gemini to get in touch with deeper feelings – it’s just not their nature. Because of this, if they do have deeply disturbed feelings hiding underground, their depression can often be expressed by sudden, sharp outbursts of criticism. When it is hard to dig deep, introspect and uproot old painful memories, they can be haunted by them. A real favorable quality for Gemini is their ever-inquisitive, sharp intellect. They are obsessed with how the mind works and can usually figure out what’s bothering them. The main thing they must do is not run from or evade their hurts. Gemini is the evader of the zodiac. Many times they would be much better off if they can just slow down, take a breath and face the music.

 

CANCER – Clearly the moodiest of all signs, Cancer is very prone to depression. Theirs is mainly because they often feel that “nobody loves them.” That response comes with the territory as Cancer is the first of the water signs (TEZ.) When a Cancer has the blues, they almost always try to find a friendly shoulder. This can get old for both parties but actually doesn’t help the Cancer that much in the long term. This is where enabling can become quite dangerous. Many times the Crab just doesn’t feel as if they can deal with life’s hardships alone. They must learn that they can handle it, else considerable depression can last a long time. Certainly the cure for Cancerian doldrums is to surround themselves with family and support. If the Cancer has their all-important Moon in a fiery sign like Aries, Leo and Sagittarius, this will help greatly, keeping their feelings buoyant. The main thing the Cancer must avoid is retreating into their shell, moping and expecting other to read their minds. Also, they must clearly ask themselves, “Is this really true that xxx doesn’t love them?” Many times an honest no answer will kick-start them out of their funk.

 

LEO – The Lion is the sign that is hardly ever depressed, but don’t let that fool you. Being ruled by the fiery Sun and being a fixed sign (TEZ), they are usually quite upbeat. However, they’re good at hiding their pain; especially from themselves. If they feel disrespected (which they have to truly inquire about) then they can really suffer with depression. Remember, inside every Leo is a recent Cancer (TEZ). Leos try so hard to remain upbeat and act as if everything is FINE. But it’s not always the case – therefore they can do a lot of suffering in silence, simply because they don’t want it known to anybody that they could be toiling with emotions. Leos believe that emotional baggage was left behind in the former sign of Cancer. Far and away though, Leos usually experience a quite active and upbeat life. Their problems come in when they’re alone.

 

VIRGO – Virgo is very seldom depressed. They’re not allowed to be; and neither is anyone around them. Depression is seen as a weakness that can only be remedied by getting off of their butts and getting back to work. Being productive is the solution to everything? Right? Remember “depress” is a verb, like pushing a button down. Virgos will not allow themselves that choice.

 

LIBRA – Surprisingly, this strong air sign (TEZ) is seldom depressed. If they are, it’s commonly because they have other planets in moody Scorpio. Remember, it’s very common to have a considerable number of our other planets (besides the Sun) in neighboring signs. Librans are smart and find intriguing dialogue and the latest news irresistible. Therefore, talking with friends or engaging in social events is the ticket out of depression for them. In general, Libran feelings do not run deep, therefore they are less likely to suffer depression. Air signs live in thought. Shopping and surrounding themselves with beauty and harmony can provide a temporary fix. The key to getting out of the blues for this sign is to strengthen the self instead of always thinking that a stronger partnership will do it for them.

 

SCORPIO – You knew it had to come sooner or later. Scorpio can be one of the most depressed signs there is because they feel so deeply. Too many times their blues are experienced simply because their relationship has lost its luster. Scorpio and Libra both put too much emphasis into their relationships, but that’s their archetypal essence (TEZ). Scorpio will constantly surprise you, i.e., they can go a low as you can go and as high as possible. This is not a sign to stay stuck forever. Remember, they are a fixed water sign, which means that it’s their job to master emotions. Sooner or later, they can summons the willpower to overcome depression if they really want to. It’s all about the will with this intense sign. And the answer is no, sex will not always provide an instant cure.

 

SAGITTARIUS – Without a doubt, this is the most upbeat sign of the zodiac. Surely, they can become depressed like anyone else, but in general their mutable fire (TEZ) nature has them back up and hopping before you know it. This is the excitable sign. Their job is to be upbeat and cheer everyone up. Yes, sometimes they can become flippant, but any means is worth it to avoid depression. Sag just can’t be around downers as they are the optimists of the giant circle. Their cheery moods are one reason people love being around them. They make everyone else lighten up!

 

CAPRICORN – Next we deal with the most depressed sign of the zodiac in general. Ruled by serious Saturn, the Goat is usually flying low and steady, not too high above a depressive state. No sign can paint themselves into the corner of limited thinking like Capricorn. They often can see no way out of their self-imposed darkness. Because they want a guarantee in life before they’ll move or take a risk; this often leads to their “depression.” Remember, the working motto of Capricorn is to “make sure” (TEZ). Well, most times in life you simply cannot make sure of how life will turn out. It cannot be controlled. This is clearly what leads to their depression besides the fact that they are generally the pessimists of the 12 signs. Since the Goat is willing and able to take responsibility for everyone else; it generally stems from not trusting others to do what they must. That is their way out. Letting go, letting things be and trusting others.

 

AQUARIUS – Seldom do you find a depressed Aquarian. Again, we see the nature of fixed air keep them upbeat and interested in just about everything and everybody. They are almost never bored either. Don’t let them surprise you; this oft aloof sign can have waters that run deep. Usually, however, they are so strong mentally that they won’t waste the time being down. This is a very advanced and evolved sign. Depression sometimes comes to this sign as they commonly feel very misunderstood. Surprisingly, they can feel like an alien on their own planet. This is because they are usually way ahead of their time.

 

PISCES – Few signs can wallow and suffer in silence like Pisces. However, they really don’t want to make a scene about it, not wanting anyone else to feel bad. Pisces simply can’t stand it when others feel bad as they are essentially very self-sacrificing. Usually, their depression is because they will not fight for their own rights as they feel a built-in attraction to martyrdom or sacrifice. They must fight off a sense of victimhood that they have actually invited. The key to staying happy for Pisces (TEZ) is not trying to save the world. They are here to do God’s will, not everyone else’s.

 

 

*Note how the “male” or odd-numbered signs which are either Fire or Air do not tend toward depression.

*Note how the “female” or even-numbered signs which are either Earth or Water tend toward depression.

 

(1)Aries, (3)Gemini, (5)Leo, (7)Libra, (9)Sagittarius, (11)Aquarius

(4)Cancer, (8)Scorpio, (10)Capricorn, (12)Pisces

 

Exceptions: (2)Taurus & (6)Virgo

 

 

Lewis Carroll and Jabberwocky

 

The other day, out of nowhere, I found myself reciting that famous verse:

 

Twas brillig, and the slithy toves

Did gyre and gimble in the wabe

 

So, I got to thinking about that incredible poem by Lewis Carroll, Jabberwocky...

 

How visual and seemingly non-sensical, using utterances that were a far better match than the words available. I said to myself, astrologically, none else can claim responsibility for such divine illumination other than an influential Neptune to this Aquarian genius’ chart. And I was right. In 1872 when Jabberwocky appeared on Mr. Carroll’s mental screen, transiting Neptune, the diffuse, was exactly squaring both his Venus and Mars in Leo (his very center of phenomenal creativity and color.) Neptune transcends ordinary limitations. “Standard language” just wouldn’t have sufficed. Brilliance comes from the outer planets. The Jabberwock came in a Neptunian dream.

 

The “Jabberwock” - Illustrated by John Tenniel

 

Jabberwocky 1872

 

"Beware the Jabberwock, my son!
  The jaws that bite, the claws that catch!
Beware the Jubjub bird, and shun
  The frumious Bandersnatch!"

He took his vorpal sword in hand:
  Long time the manxome foe he sought --
So rested he by the Tumtum tree,
  And stood awhile in thought.

And, as in uffish thought he stood,
  The Jabberwock, with eyes of flame,
Came whiffling through the tulgey wood,
  And burbled as it came!

One, two! One, two! And through and through
  The vorpal blade went snicker-snack!
He left it dead, and with its head
  He went galumphing back.

"And, has thou slain the Jabberwock?
  Come to my arms, my beamish boy!
O frabjous day! Callooh! Callay!'
  He chortled in his joy.

`Twas brillig, and the slithy toves
  Did gyre and gimble in the wabe;
All mimsy were the borogoves,
  And the mome raths outgrabe.


 

 

 

 

5/5 Full Moon 16°e01’ 11:35p – With all the tension building between Mars opposing Neptune and Chiron, this Full Moon will be a welcome reprieve. Transiting Jupiter will be in the midst of the Full Moon and will give us an upbeat, optimistic outlook over the next week. A good time to invest your time and money into new propositions. In general, it’s just a good time to kick yourself out of your funk if you’ve been blue recently. With Taurus and Scorpio involved, it’s the perfect time to show appreciation for what you have and to reorder your priorities.

 

5/12-17 Mars opposes Chiron – I’ve been watching this one form ever since Mars went retrograde. Expect absolute fireworks with the Health insurance issue staring us down. Chiron and Neptune are much stronger than anything can throw at them, but expect some dirty, aggressive actions to try to tilt the scales. In the long run, it won’t matter, Neptune will not be denied – if we are to stay a union. Neptune only understands and insists upon all being equal.

 

5/13 Mother’s Day, Sun conjuncts Jupiter 9:24a – This should serve to be a very happy day with the Sun’s rays joining with Jupiter’s benevolence. Have fun!

 

5/15 Venus goes Retrograde 10:33a – This is a sleeper. When the planet of affections, Venus, travels backwards across the face of the Sun, relationship issues may shift. This will give you time to get in touch with how you really feel about your relationship. Nevermind what the paper says, this transit will help you discover how you really feel. Many turning points in relationships may occur now. Don’t resist your own evolution, whatever form that may take.

 

5/20 Solar Eclipse`21’ 7:47p – The Sun and Moon will be squaring Neptune. Forget about Gemini, this will be a Neptunian/Piscean eclipse. Once again, in the story that never ends, we will be reminded that we are all one and that we must give up the illusion of lack and separation. This may sound trite, but I assure you it’s not. The new age is upon us, light workers are coming out of the woodwork. Everyone wants to be a healer. That’s no joke, we are all healers and Lord knows, there’s enough healing that is needed. The collective mind will be greatly influenced for the better, if you are subtle enough to notice this very refined energy.

 

5/20 Sun enters Gemini 11:16a – This lighthearted entrance of the Sun into Gemini won’t hardly be noticed as it’s under the umbrella of the Neptunian eclipse. Our minds are changing. Our minds are changing. We’re fusing into One. Dreams of separation and faulty thinking are going be evidenced. Those who have prospered so long on the illusion of separation have the most to lose; and to gain.

 

5/28 Moon opposes Chiron and T-squares Sun in Gemini – Again, we see a continuation of this theme. Get in touch with your spiritual side. It lives on other days besides Sundays.

 

 

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