“Joyful Burst of Colors and Conversation ”

New Moon / Total Solar Eclipse in Leo at 9 degrees on August 1, 2008

Imagine yourself as an artist, sitting in front of a grand canvas with all that you need to create a masterpiece. Grabbing a few choice colors you splash them across the white board. The paint glides across the canvas without much effort or strain. Wow, its that easy. It’s not hard work, there are no techniques, there is no need for perfectionism. Pure, Exciting and Simple. It’s like being a kid. Nothing to prove or get approval for. It’s all about having fun. Your hand courageously picks up the brushes. The brushes gently speak to the paint/colors; “Dance with me, let’s move across this canvas and paint a picture that will truly speak a thousand words and evoke feelings of bliss, unconditional love and total joy.” You can feel the passion becoming ignited, your blood racing and the heart quickening. You are breathless with anticipation and giggling with delight…

The colors begin to form a vivid picture, leading you to allow joy to burst through the woes and sorrows. A surge of adrenaline courses through you. No more dreary and drab. No more bleak visions.No more hiding the real you behind a mask. As you place your hand on your chin to ponder some more, the colors smear onto your face. You can’t escape the masterpiece. It is You. You are it. It’s all One.

Adding another layer, you blend, and smooth the rich thick paint with some brushes – allowing full expression of what you feel down to your cellular memories, to be translated into the picture. All that you need to say, say it with love. All that you paint, you paint with love. All that you would enjoy sharing, share it with love. All that you feel you are in this moment is expressing itself, feel the love. The canvas, colors and brushes work in harmony, like the beating heart circulating the blood within the physical body. Bold. Vivid. Alive. Take away the drab dingy layers of the past. Happiness begins and sings inside of you. Your cells shimmer as you recognize this truth. Invite in the Joyful Burst of Colors that rest within your being. It’s time to play and be radiate light; this is the being that you are. Dare to shine bright. Be your authentic Self. Share from deep within the Heart.

On August 1, 2008 there is a Total Solar Eclipse / New Moon in Leo at 9 degrees. New moons in astrology signify new beginnings or fresh new energy available to you. Rich fertile soil within the subconscious. If you wanted to create healthier habits, this may be a wonderful time. An added layer is the Solar Eclipse – which can heighten the New Moon energy; energizing, activating, warming things up. Solar or Sun symbolically in astrology reminds us of vital, alive, and life-giving energy, the masculine or yang consciousness. Just think of the physical sun and its qualities. In ancient times, there was tremendous superstition and fear around eclipses. In modern times, eclipses symbolize powerful portals of energy for transformation, change and awareness.

“United we Stand”
Sun and Moon will be hand in hand in the astrological sign of Leo - having a unified focus. Some themes and potentials of Leo are: individual style, expression, heart/romance/love, play, innocence, dignity, passion, royalty, drama, creative flair, generosity, laughter, inner child, children, heart chakra, compassion and leadership. Some off balance qualities of Leo: arrogance, narcissism, dominating, overly self-centered, childish, willful, pride, glamour gone awry, melodrama

The Conscious and Sub Conscious are looking to work together, bringing you in tune with what you would “love” to say, do, act or express. Listen to the wisdom of the heart. What would you feel passionate doing? It is a major opportunity for changes or shifts in Consciousness. Generally speaking, Solar Eclipse energies unfold over the next six to twelve months. Solar Eclipses tend to repeat degrees every 19 years. From August 1, 2008 (9 deg. Leo) look back 19 years and see what major transition, event or transformation that unfolded for you. You may get a peek into upcoming themes or events. New Moon/Solar Eclipse is like a super energized, wild card energy – especially that its in a fire element (Leo). There may be spontaneous surprises in store or you may be the one giving them.

Want more data on the Solar Eclipse, even live photos? A link to NASA eclipse website page for all the info

It’s not a One Day Sale/Event
Bear in mind Astrological Events (new moon, eclipses, configurations) are not like a One day sale! So no mob of people mentality. Think of an astrological aspect or configuration of having an Orb (range) of influence – few days before and few days after the actual date. To make good use of the energy, you may want to begin working with or paying attention to things in your life leading up to the New Moon/Solar Eclipse.

“It’s all about me”
How does the New Moon/Solar Eclipse directly connect with you?
If you have your Natal Chart, then look to see where 9 degrees Leo lands in the chart. That is the house and or planets it will tend to symbolically “activate” within your Consciousness. It will “light” up the area of your life or themes. I can only share with you generalized view here on the blog. If you want more personalized information but don’t know how to read your natal chart – call on a trusted Astrologer for a consultation as to how the new moon/solar eclipse will directly relate to your natal chart.

Which Astrological Signs will it directly energize?

This Solar Eclipse/New Moon directly influences and activates the fixed signs of Leo, Aquarius, Taurus and Scorpio at 9 degrees, yet if a Planet is situated anywhere from 6-13 degrees of a fixed sign it will still be stimulated. Generally speaking; Fire signs; Leo, Sagittarius, Aries may feel an added burst of energy or vibrancy – get all fired up. Air signs may have the opportunity to be stimulated and excited. Earth and Water signs may not be too thrilled with the changes or spontaneous shifts. However, how exactly will you experience this Solar Eclipse/New Moon energy will all depend on your natal chart and its configurations.

Joyful Burst of Colors and Conversation:
The Sun and Moon are closely connected to Mercury in Leo during the New Moon/Solar Eclipse. There may be an urge to broadcast to the world what is in your heart in a enthusiastic way. Whether its news, feelings or something creative – you may want to say it out loud. It is a lovely time to speak with compassion, care and authenticity. Some may declare their love to those whom they love, while others may simply want to be humorous and giggly in a conversation. It is time to be silly and let yourself have spontaneous expression. It is a wonderful time to reflect and see where you may be doing things to gain recognition from a source outside of yourself. How often do you ‘want to steal attention’ from another? Realize every individual is “special and unique” and has something to contribute.

Currently, Venus in Leo is bringing her symbolic sassy self to the group party. Who is at this peachy celestial party? Sun/Moon/Mercury and South Node all in Leo symbolizing the following activities; dancing/jazzy samba, painting a masterpiece or being playful and having a good time. Artists may rejoice with the burst of creative fire surging through them, during this New Moon in Leo. Romance may be in the air – Leo symbolism is all about L o v e, passion and romance – get your heart pumping. Hear me Roar -express your love. Get dolled up and look fabulous because you feel good. Some may want to be more social and have a garden party or Outdoor Grilling Food, Chilling out and Activities. Venus in Leo suggests that appearances aren’t everything, remember to be genuine and be the “real you”- this will really bring out your charisma.

Few Suggestions To Have Fun With During the New Moon/Solar Eclipse:
Make Conscious Intentions
Take time to Play and Be Creative
Do what you feel passionate about
Dance, Sing, Laugh, Write, and Feel the Joy
Do something that adds more color into your life
Fun time to make a Solar energy Flower or Gem Essence

What an amazing energy to consciously tune into and direct during this time. Get your passion pumping, and joy flowing.
Sparkle, Shine and Be Dazzling.

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