Tag: Aspects

Warring with the Other?

Augustus 7, 2025

Yesterday, at some time towards the evening, Mars was on the zero degree of Libra in the Seventh House.

From that position, Mars squared Venus, who was in Cancer in the Fourth House, and was opposite the conjunction between Saturn and Neptune in Aries in the First House.

The Seventh House, as it naturally sits in opposition to the First House of Self, represents the other people we deal with in partnerships and relationships.   Libra rules the Seventh House and, therefore, is right at home.

When I see Mars in Libra in the Seventh House, I know, potentially, we could be dealing with a very specific manifestation of energy.  This is not war, arguing, or fighting just for the sake of fighting and arguing.

This type of energy is the kind that builds over time.  It’s about justice, it’s about balancing the scales, and ultimately, harmony and peace.

Venus and Mars

Now, from this point, I see the possibility of three different scenarios.

Because the conjunction between Saturn and Neptune is opposite Mars, I can see that there’s an option between fighting on one end and the higher side of Neptune conjunct Saturn, which is really about self-control, clearing the mind, and snapping back into reality.  In other words, working on the self in a very disciplined and spiritual way.

However, I don’t know if Mars is going to go that route because of the square with Venus in the Fourth House.  If Venus was trine Mars here, I’d say okay, but the square indicates a problem we must face for growth, and love has nothing to do with it.

So, Mars hides his love, Venus, away in the sanctuary that is the Fourth House, and he rejects the option for more self-work and self-improvement because he has finally had enough, and he’s going to kick somebody’s ass, who probably deserves it.

The second scenario goes like this:

The square between Venus in Cancer in the Fourth House and Mars in Libra in the Seventh House tells me that this is an issue within the home between boyfriend and girlfriend, or husband and wife possibly.  Cancer is the sign of loyalty, so because of the square, this could be a situation where she cheated, and Mars in Libra in the Seventh House then obviously represents the outcome of something that began in the Fourth House. 

The third scenario is one no one thinks about.

In the mirror of the Seventh House, Mars in Libra in the Seventh House indicates that you are at war with yourself.  You’re not happy with yourself.

Remember, the opposition between Saturn and Neptune in Aries in the First House means that Saturn could be putting his foot down.  Old Father Time has spoken, and there are habits you’re trying to break. 

It’s time for you to face life head-on like a grown man or woman.  It’s time to ground yourself and develop positive attitudes towards your life and the future. You know this, and you’re working towards it, but it’s difficult.

If this is the case, just be patient with yourself.  Love yourself.

Alright, everyone, enjoy this glorious Thor’s Day!

Breakthrough! Astrology and Squares

There are many reasons for why I love astrology, but I enjoy something very specific about it. Through my spiritual path and journey of self-discovery, with astrology obviously being the tool, the more I learn about myself means the more I can help you learn about yourself.

Let’s start with the Sun. There’s lots to know about the Sun, but the most important thing to understand is that it represents the self, you. It also represents the father and those in authority.

There are tons of keywords, associations, parallels, and personifications when it comes to the planets, and sometimes it’s enough to make people close the book and walk away, believe me I get it.

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But, if you take it on case by case basis, you’ll avoid that problem of feeling so overwhelmed that you become confused and discouraged.

For me personally, I’m trying to figure something out about myself in relation to authority figures, so that’s how I’ll interpret the sun in my chart.

What I’m looking at specifically is the square between my natal Sun and Uranus.

The Square is an aspect of 90 degrees. That means two planets are separated by 90 degrees, in this case it’s the Sun and Uranus. For those who don’t know, an aspect is the relationship between two planets or points in the chart. If you imagined the planets to be people, the aspect would describe their relationship.

Squares are challenging and stressful, they present obstacles, and teach lessons. But don’t get discouraged. Squares present the energy we need to achieve greatness. A person can develop tremendous drive and strength when they find ways to overcome.

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All those sayings you hear like, “nothing worth having comes easy,” “seeing the sunshine sometimes requires us to travel through the rain” etc. That’s what the square is about.

To truly understand Uranus, you must keep in mind that it was discovered in 1786. That’s 10 years after America claimed independence. Uranus is the planet of change and originality. He’s revolutionary. He awakens and shocks and brings about sudden opportunities.

Uranus is in the 5th house of my chart. That’s the sector controlling creativity, short term pleasure, fun, and enjoying life.

So, I have a 7th house Sun squared with a 5th house Uranus. Uranus is exalted in my chart, and I’m an Aquarius (Uranus rules Aquarius) so fun, creativity, and pleasure can be had at the highest levels. At times they have been.

I think you can understand the relationship now with the sun, and that’s the breakthrough. A Sun in the house governing marriage, relationships, and open enemies, squared with a 5th house sun means basically, the devil’s giving you rope and it ain’t his fault if you hang yourself with it.

Also, because Libra rules the 7th house, harmony and balance come into the picture. I’m single and I’ve never been married, but I think if I find the right person, we can have a lot of fun together.

There’s so much more that goes along with this reading. What I wrote here is just the tip of the iceberg. Outside of myself, lets say the sun represents authority figures, then we can see the types of problems that can result from the energy present. Did Britain like when America claimed independence?

Authority figures like to maintain some form of control, some way more than others. So because of the square they’re not going to appreciate the sudden decisions, originality, and revolutionary nature of Uranus. When it comes to creativity, pleasure, and fun, there will always be obstacles. And there has been. This alignment and shared aspect is at the root of who I am and it is the focal point when it comes to fifth house matters and my relationship with authority figures.

Overcoming this alignment can bestow rare opportunities in life.

Where are the squares in your chart?