Astrology - Understanding The Symphony of Life


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 Welcome to Aurum Astrology - a labour of love.  All about our search for meaning - in relation to the planets and us - and what they can tell us about our place in the universe.


The universe is so big we can hardly begin to fathom its size and scope. The fact that there are multiple universes completely boggles the mind.

So lets zoom down to our own solar system. 



Within the milky way, a symphony is playing,  called the Harmony of the Spheres.  As the planets dance and twirl around the sun - it creates the most wonderful music!   This is because each planet has a distinct vibrational field or sound - and as those fields interact with each other - it creates a universal symphony. Perhaps we cannot hear it on the outside - but perhaps we can feel it (if only on an unconscious level).

NASA has sent probes out to various planets and recorded their magnetic fields - and turned those recordings into sound files. You can listen here: 
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(Just to be clear:  There is NO sound in space. These are 'sonfications' - representations in sound of electromagnetic radiation.  NASA maps the radio waves into sound frequencies and then digitizes them)

Spiritual texts have long described an inner sound that we can tune into to harmonize with cosmic frequencies.  Although we may not hear it with our outer ears -  we are unconsciously tuned into the music of the spheres on an energetic level.

Each of us is born at a particular moment in time when the planetary energies are combining in a  specific way.



Astrology is at its core about pattern recognition and understanding how those patterns affect our life. As planets move and flow together they create a map or grid of energy that permeates the atmosphere and leaves a stamp on us the moment we are born. That is one reason we need the time of birth - because we want to see exactly where the planets are at that very moment.



The inner planets (closer to earth) move faster and change more quickly- so we look to them for our more personal traits. The outer planets move very, very slowly and describe more generational energies … so for instance the generation born with Uranus (outer) in Cancer were the first to experience a steep  rise in the rate of divorce as their parents (and especially women)  sought freedom (Uranus) from traditional family roles (Cancer) etc etc





When we look at a chart – we begin by looking at each planet – in relation to the sign it is in. So for example – if you have your Moon (emotional patterns) in Capricorn (authoritarian, rules, strict, dutiful) it is going to be very different than if it were in Aquarius (freedom, unusual, detached) etc. Each planet has signs in which they are more comfortable and others where they squirm a little. That too must be taken into account. 

The Moon in this chart is in Leo - proud -  generous - warm hearted - likes to be centre of  attention. It is in the 7th house of relationships - so partnerships will be especially important to someone born today. They will expect a good marriage (Leo is linked to wealth) which enhances their self esteem Moon in Leo). Apsects to the Moon will show if this will come about easily or not.


With the Moon on North Node (Destiny Point) and part of a grand trine (blue triangle)  Relationships (or one relationship) will have a fated feel to it/them. When an outer planet (fate) crosses over this point later in  life - the fated relationship will likely come to pass.




When we look at the section of the chart (house) as planet is in - we can see the specific area that energy will manifest in (see tab at top of webpage for more info on each house). 


First house - Rising Sign  - where the Sun was at our exact time of birth - represents our body-  how others see us - and how we go out into the world.  The Rising Sign /Ascendant is  considered to be one of the most  important parts of a chart by many.



 Planets in signs/areas/houses -  Lets look at another example. If you have Moon  in Aquarius in 4th house – you could have a rather detached (Aq) mother (Moon) or at the very least – rather quirky (Aq) parent (4th - not always the mother) – or some sort of unusual home life. You combine the need for social fun (Aq)and activity and  emotional  freedom of Aquarius - with the strong need for sanctuary in the home (Moon 4th).



With Moon in Aq in 4th you will tend to seek emotional safety (Moon) in your home environment (4th) yet enjoy group activities (Aq). If you could have social events in your home you are most happy, although afterward you will always need time to retreat (Moon 4th).




The next thing we look at is the aspect relationships  between planets. Everything is at its core a vibration.  When planets are in similar degrees - it sets up an energetic resonance between them. Like singing a very high note and a glass shatters - or your guitar strings start to hum when you play your stereo loudly.  

Some planetary interactions are fluid and harmonious – while others contain tension and could be called discordant.




 The friction or tension from the discordant combinations impels us to move – to act or react - and are catalysts for change and growth (squares- oppositions etc)



The easy, smooth flowing interactions help energy flow easily and give us the strength, patience , fortitude, humour etc. to work with life’s challenges (trines, sextiles ).




We all have a combination of both easy and challenging aspects; some of us have chosen an easier life - others have come in to learn in a BIG way. Most of us are somewhere in the middle.

 All of the above descriptors are what an astrologer interprets when they look at your chart. One could describe this complex grid of energies as being like a musical score. 


 There are high tones of intensity or clarity - as well as clashing /discordant notes that set our nerves on edge. When they combine they are symphony of your life, the song your soul is singing in this incarnation.



Certain notes will stand out more than others – others are more subtle or hidden , yet still have a powerful influence in the overall sound of your music.  
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 And although we do come in with a particular combination of notes and placements - we can tweak our musical score to get the most and the best out of it. If there is disharmony- like an instrument out of tune – all we need do is tune our instrument to get a better sound.



 Our energy field also shifts and changes over time  - as we tweak and tune and work with the energies we came in with we will get different results. The emphasis will shift over time  as planets in the sky activate particular areas of our chart. So we are never 'stuck' in any one way of being or behaving- even if we do have certain tendencies. 


One way to begin that fine-tuning is to get an Astrology Reading. An  astrological reading is an examination of your  personal musical story – a way to fine tune ourself - to be more in harmony with our own life. By examining the energies at play  – looking at where things are flowing and where they are not- we can adjust our instrument (us) to create a more harmonious experience, within ourself and in our interactions with others.




Although the basic patterns are inherent from birth - they continue to  shift and change -  based on changing influences. For example – a piano will go out of tune when the weather is damp. Violin strings become very tight in a dry climate.


Once we understand our basic score (know the score?) – we  then look at current planetary influences - called transits -  to see what the current weather is like. When a particular energy (current planet crossing key planets) is added to your musical score - it will emphasize that area,  and influence the sound of your chart.



So for instance – when Pluto moves into Aquarius in a few years time – it will crosses over the Moon in Aquarius discussed earlier  – indicating that some kind of majour emotional overhaul will occur. It could come through an internal  crisis (Moon 4th) or an outer societal influence (Aquarius). Emotions will be intensified and some sort of letting go will be required.




Don't worry (if this is you) - we all go through many powerful changes throughout a life time. Every day the planets are moving through the sky and setting off any one of many aspects in your chart. The advantage of knowing the astrology is that you can gain some understanding of the key lessons involved- even if you cannot avoid the actual event.



I find this whole process endlessly fascinating – and there is always more to learn. As astrology reading takes into consideration all of the aboive factors - and many more. It's like putting together a jigsaw puzzle of your life, your music - your story. 

I consider it a sacred privilege to sit with you as we explore the unfolding story of your life. Perhaps that is an astrologer’s gift – to be able to look at a bunch of symbols on a chart and help you to understand the music it represents. However it works – it’s magic, it is fun, and it is well worth the time, money  and effort.


"Socrates said that people make themselves appear ridiculous when they are trying to know obscure things before they know themselves. Plato also alluded to the fact that understanding 'thyself,' would have a greater yielded factor of understanding the nature of a human being."  (Wikepedia)

 "To thine own self be true - and though cans't be false to any man " (or woman).     Shakespeare

“Do you know what you are?
You are a manuscript oƒ a divine letter.
You are a mirror reflecting a noble face.
This universe is not outside of you.
Look inside yourself;
everything that you want,
you are already that.” 

Rumi 


"Know thyself " Socrates
 






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