Lunar aspects
Venus conjunct asteroid Melancholia
Degrees and Times
Venus, Melancholia 12°Cp42′ – 15:12 (UT)
Moon 08°Ta45′, Jupiter 08°Pi45′ – 15:57 (UT)
Moon 10°Ta24′, Mars 10°Cp24′ – 19:21 (UT)
Moon, Uranus 10°Ta59′ – 20:22 (UT)
Melancholia asteroid number 5708
The Moon is exalted in earthy, practical, Taurus. We’re focused on financial issues, material matters, how to survive in a complex world. Luna’s connection to Jupiter reminds us of life’s abundance – berries, potatoes, apple trees, spinach, beans. Everything we need is here, offered up by nature when we treat Her right. With Mars in play, we have energy available to till the land of our lives, work hard towards our goals, make the best of what we have. Uranus too promises progress if we’re willing to innovate and get outside of our comfort zone. Positivity combined with strong will and generosity of spirit can take us far.
But Venus, the ruler of Taurus, is conjunct asteroid Melancholia so behind the feel-good lunar vibes sits something deeper and less appealing. The heart says, I see all the potential joy out there but honestly, I’m just sad. I’m sad for my own pain. I’m sad for those who are struggling. I’m sad for everything that we should have but don’t. Today is a day to honour any sadness whilst also acknowledging the potential for healing and change. Allow feelings to flow. Practice gratitude. Offer loved ones a small token of affection. Send prayers deep into mother earth and up to father sky. Put your hand on your heart: think green fields, blue sky, gentle warmth from summer sun. You are loved and you are love.
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