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Astrological Overview: Nov. 18-24, 2024
Astrologer Pam Younghans writes this weekly astrological overvuew based on planetary influences, and offers perspectives and insights to assist you in making the best use of current energies. This column is not intended as prediction. Your own experience will be more specifically defined by transits to your personal chart.
Aspects of Note this Week:
All times listed are Pacific Standard Time. For Eastern Time, add 3 hours; Add 8 hours for Universal Time (UT).
MONDAY: Mercury opposite Jupiter, Mercury sesquiquadrate Mars, Sun trine Neptune
TUESDAY: Mercury trine Chiron, Pluto enters Aquarius, Venus sesquiquadrate Uranus
WEDNESDAY: No major aspects are exact today
THURSDAY: Sun enters Sagittarius, Sun sextile Pluto
FRIDAY: Venus sextile Saturn, Mars trine North Node
SATURDAY: No major aspects are exact today
SUNDAY: No major aspects are exact today
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PLUTO IN AQUARIUS: After dancing over the threshold between Capricorn and Aquarius for the past 20 months, Pluto finally enters Aquarius for the long haul on November 19. As we enter the Pluto-in-Aquarius years (2024-2043), we are stepping onto the fast-track for the evolution of humanity.
During the next 20 years, we will collectively undergo an unprecedented paradigm shift and experience a major transformation. Our concepts of community will necessarily shift, since either we all win — including planet Earth — or nobody wins.
A SOCIETAL SHIFT: Pluto’s transit through Aquarius may feel reminiscent of the mid-1960s, when the dwarf planet was conjunct Uranus, the planetary ruler of Aquarius. One theme that dominated that turbulent decade was a rebellion against the establishment and a drive to return the “power to the people.” Those Uranus-Pluto years were very unsettled, but ultimately resulted in major societal shifts through civil rights and other advancements.
Under the influence of Pluto in visionary Aquarius, individuals who share similar goals may ultimately form independent communities instead of relying on centralized systems of government. Progressive ideals such as individual freedom, renewable energy, and shared responsibility will drive significant adjustments in the structure of society.
A NEW "AGE OF REASON": Social change will be accelerated by humanity's use of information, technology, and space travel during the Pluto-in-Aquarius years. Breakthroughs will occur in the sciences, in communications with other lifeforms, and in our understanding of dark matter and “junk DNA.” There will be major shifts in how we view human consciousness, in how we perceive death and the afterlife, and in our very perceptions of this physical "reality."
The last time Pluto was in forward-thinking Aquarius was from 1778 to 1798. During those two decades, the balance of power in the world changed dramatically through the American and French Revolutions. Those years also marked the beginning of the Industrial Revolution and were the peak of the Age of Reason, also called the Age of Enlightenment.
THIS WEEK'S ASPECTS: Here are my brief interpretations of this week's most important planetary aspects, day by day:
Monday
Mercury opposite Jupiter, Mercury sesquiquadrate Mars: Opposing viewpoints and beliefs are exaggerated with these aspects. Some may be especially dogmatic and self-righteous in their words and actions.
Sun trine Neptune: This aspect helps us to open our hearts, to forgive, and to have faith in the changes that are underway but not yet visible.
Tuesday
Mercury trine Chiron: This aspect represents an opportunity to use our words to heal. It can also help us feel more confident in our ability to clearly express our beliefs.
Pluto enters Aquarius: The dwarf planet will be in the sign of the Waterbearer from November 19, 2024 through March 8, 2043. It will then enter Pisces, but due to going retrograde, it will return for a final visit of Aquarius from August 31, 2043 through January 19, 2044.
Venus sesquiquadrate Uranus: The need to express our individuality is a priority today, which may test the flexibility of a relationship.
Wednesday
No major aspects are exact today.
Thursday
Sun enters Sagittarius: The Sun will transit the sign of the Archer from November 21 to December 21 this year. During this four-week period, we are supported in our search for meaning in life, in using our intuition, and in relying on higher wisdom instead of the mind's reasoning. Sagittarius also encourages us to see the bigger picture, to focus on the positive, and to be able to enjoy humor and laughter.
Sun sextile Pluto: This aspect represents an opportunity to feel more empowered, perhaps through a strengthening of our spiritual perspective.
Friday
Venus sextile Saturn: This subtle aspect can help us approach relationship and financial matters realistically, with greater discipline and maturity.
Mars trine North Node: We are energized to act on our instincts today, to take risks as we follow our heart's guidance.
Saturday
No major aspects are exact today.
Sunday
No major aspects are exact today.
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IF YOUR BIRTHDAY IS THIS WEEK (Nov. 18 - 24):
You are able to access your higher self attributes more directly this year, and you have the courage and determination to take risks based on your intuitive knowing. An inner restlessness encourages you to break away from restrictions as you redefine your truth and your identity. Spiritual or creative resources are readily available to assist, and you may feel especially passionate about a cause that is close to your heart. (Solar Return Sun trine Mars, opposite Uranus, trine Neptune, sextile Pluto)
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About the Author
Pam Younghans is a professional astrologer, editor, and writer. She lives in a log home northeast of Seattle, Washington with her beloved animal companions. She has been interpreting charts professionally for over 25 years. If you are interested in an astrology reading, e-mail
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