f PLANETS, ASPECTS & SIGNS






Psychology is soul logic and a birth chart is the users manual. And
you only need to know three simple basics to read any birth chart:

10 PLANETS: The frequencies of mind & matter
6 ASPECTS: The conduits that blend & modify the frequencies.
12 SIGNS: The prism of elemental archetypes that color the frequencies.

Imagine your psyche as an exquisite tangle of planetary frequencies.
Although we generally experience our inner landscape as a whole,
we're sometimes aware of its separate parts, most commonly
the heart & head - Moon & Mercury in astrological terms.

Using an alphabet analogy, the 10 Planets, 6 Aspects & 12 Signs are the 28 letters of the soul [psyche]. Once committed to memory, like a five year old learns to read, you can begin to sound out any birth chart like an open book.



A quick keyword list of the Planets, Aspects & Signs...




Planets and Signs are definitive and widely known, but not aspects.
Everyone does know them, but only as the full moon. That's when an
opposition aspect between the Sun & Moon puts everyone on high alert.


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So aspects are fundamental, but their non-descriptive name
obscures their crucial function. If only they were called conduits:
"...transmission or conveyance of information or electricity..."

PLANETS
the engine of mind & matter

PLANETS IN ASPECT define your psychological DYNAMICS
PLANETS IN SIGNS define your psychological CHARACTERISTICS

The difference is subtle, but distinct...

DYNAMICS: "The forces...which stimulate growth, development."
CHARACTERISTICS: "A feature...belonging to a person, place, or thing."

In your first breath, the celestial pattern above is imprinted on your psyche, your electromagnetic DNA. This formulates the vehicle through which you perceive the world and the world perceives you.

According to the law of reincarnation, YOU are your eternal spirit. And you choose to be born into each new body & soul through countless lifetimes,
in too-often challenging circumstances. Why is anyone's guess.





Nothing beats seeing the hills & valleys of your inner landscape confirmed
on a birth chart, even the less appealing ones. It consistently illuminates
like nothing else can. But the lines & glyphs are initially confusing, and too clinical for the soul, so I created an easy-to-read chart I call a BirthPrint™,
that brings the Planets, Aspects & Signs alive with meaning for everyone.



And no one knows you better than you know yourself, so you have the most to gain by reading your own BirthPrint™. Astrologers can only speculate on how this or that planetary dynamic will manifest, but you have the benefit of
your full life experience to quickly gain insights an astrologer can't.


And if you prefer the guidance of a professional astrologer, knowing your own celestial landscape will obviously inspire deeper questions and fuller answers,
so you gain the most from your session(s). Like mathematics & phonetics, astrology is a logical, practical system everyone can utilize.


Remember that 'A-HA!' moment when you sounded out your first word? Reading your first BirthPrint™ is like that. And the deeper you go, the
more interesting it gets.


As Above, So Within

It's said the human mind is 90% unconscious - YIKES! But we all have windows into the murky depths. And a few of us have revolving doors. And planetary aspects create the openings, from the conscious to the unconscious.

Most of us are born with at least one of these openings and all of us experience them through time [from the planets above to the planets within]. And whether they open easy or hard they always shed light where you need it. Simple and profound.











We're immersed in an ocean of electromagnetic frequencies,
so what in the world could be better than a map?

"There is no better boat than a horoscope to help a man
cross over the sea of life." ~ Varahamihira




If you know enough astrology to wonder why I haven't mentioned the ascendant [or rising sign], it's because it requires an exact birth time to calculate, and many people don't know theirs. And though knowing your ascendant & house system is enlightening, it's not essential information.
The Planets, Aspects & Signs are the only essentials and require only
a birth date, month & year to calculate.

If you're fortunate to know your exact birth time, here is an overview
of the ascendant & house system. BirthPrints™ are calculated with
an exact birth time [natal] or an approximate birth time [solar].


10 PLANETS: The frequencies of mind & matter
6 ASPECTS: Conduits that blend & modify the frequencies.
12 SIGNS: AF prism of elemental archetypes that color the frequencies.


THE CONSCIOUS MIND:
sun ~ moon ~ mercury ~ venus ~ mars
will ~ emotion ~ intellect ~ desire ~ drive
the surface experience of life


THE SUBCONSCIOUS MIND:
jupiter ~ saturn
expands ~ contracts
records & programs


THE UNCONSCIOUS MIND:
uranus ~ neptune ~ pluto
divine revelation ~ divine inspiration ~ divine will
the quiet voice that knows ALL

THE CONSCIOUS MIND
sun ~ moon ~ mercury ~ venus ~ mars


I am
will ~ heart ~ ego ~ vitality ~ essential self
The Sun is the centerpoint of consciousness we call 'ego'. It's the core of self-identity that casts its light over the whole personality. Planets in aspect to the Sun are prominent in the personality. And planets in conjunction to the Sun are the most prominent, merging with the self-identity. For example, Sun conjunct Venus infuses the ego with grace & charm; these souls know just what they want and how to get it. Aspects to the Sun indicate the early experience of father and shapes the self-identity. Childhood experiences in general shape the aspects' expression. You know your past, so knowing your aspects enables you to consciously lay new tracks if needed. Patterns of behavior can be altered. And the sign the Sun occupies shines its elemental color throughout the personality. y[fire earth air or water]


I feel
emotion ~ intuition ~ instinct ~ habits ~ memory ~ bodily function
The Moon is the seat of emotions, memory, intuition & instinct. Planets in aspect to the Moon influence they emotions and indicate the early maternal relationship, and later the relationships to females in general. For example, Moon opposite Pluto is a polarization between emotions and divine will, indicating an early power struggle with mother; this leads to a conscious determination to be your own emotional master, yet unconsciously attracts people or circumstances that challenge or oppose your emotional will. The outer landscape reflects the inner landscape, so conscious awareness of your aspects enables you consciously re-train troubling actions & reactions. Only a birth chart enables that level of insight. It's truly a gift from the heavens.

Well worth mentioning is that a man's feelings about his mother will be projected onto romantic relationships. Nothing goes deeper than the mother/child connection, and a birth chart can indicate the possibility of a troubled relationship, but it can only be confirmed from the son's own lips.
So listen carefully to how he speaks of his mother. Women with a troubled maternal relationship also bring it into their female relationships, though romantic connections are far more complex. The sign the Moon occupies
colors the emotions with elemental light. [fire earth air or water]


I think
intellect ~ reason ~ discernment ~ perception ~ communication
Mercury is reason & logic, how you process your surroundings and organize & express your thoughts. Mercury is never more than one sign from the Sun and when they share the same sign it indicates a singular focus of ego & intellect. As with all the planets, aspects to Mercury enhance or inhibit its frequency. For example, Mercury in aspect to Jupiter expands & uplifts the mentality and the impulse to communicate, while Mercury in aspect to Neptune enriches the mentality with deep imagination. And Mercury in aspect to both is common in storytellers and, well, big fat liars. It's primarily based on early programming. And the sign Mercury occupies gives it elemental color. [fire earth air or water]


I desire
desire ~ magnetism ~ creative/procreative ~ attractiveness ~ charm ~ pleasure
Venus is the longing for an ideal. It's desire and attraction, receptivity and romance. And while lovers may come & go, creative self-expression is all yours. Creativity keeps the fruits of Venus sweet, with no aching hearts or morning regrets. And if your creation isn't what you imagined, it's a breeze to refine or work a compromise. Try that in a relationship with a full-on narcissist and all you'll create are more tears. Venus' is the creative/procreative frequency and our biology directs most as young adults to seek the latter. It's in the later years when loneliness may loom that creativity offers the deepest satisfaction. It's impossible to be lonely when you're being creative. And Venus & Neptune in aspect are the most potently creative, whether you were born with the aspect or a Neptune transit* invites you to pursue a new creative avenue. *Transits are aspects from planets above to planets within. All planets in aspect to Venus enhance or inhibit its beautiful light. And the sign Venus occupies gives it elemental color.
[fire earth air or water]


I assert
drive ~ assertion ~ physical/sexual strength ~ force ~ competition
Mars makes love & war & whatever else involves the willful assertion of energy. Bodily motion is Mars in action and aspects to Mars modify its physical & sexual drive & vice-versa. For example, Mars conjunct Moon lends force to the emotions, while the Moon softens Mars' edges. There are subtle differences depending on the aspect; for example: a Mars/Moon conjunction merges drive with emotions, while a Mars/Moon square agitates drive & emotions. Either way, drive & emotions are directly engaged. And Mars/Moon square souls are tightly wound balls of energy who may gravitate towards, and be very good at, competitive sports, dance or any organized expression of drive & emotion. All aspects between Mars & Moon heighten these tendencies, connecting Mars' pure drive with the Moon's emotions, intuition & bodily function. And the sign Mars occupies gives it elemental color. [fire earth air or water]


THE SUBCONSCIOUS MIND
jupiter ~ saturn


I expand
aspiration ~ joy/faith ~ optimism ~ expansion ~ generosity ~ understanding
Jupiter is aspiration, optimism, benevolence & faith. Jupiter in aspect to other planets lifts & expands their frequencies. Jupiter seeks knowledge, truth and understanding and awakens the adventurer within. A Jupiter aspect is generally a blessing whose only downside may be overenthusiasm. For example, Jupiter in aspect to Mercury makes an enthusiastic communicator, but nobody wants rolling eyes at the chatterbox, so watch your content & pacing. Jupiter & Saturn govern the subconscious and subconscious & unconscious planets influence conscious planets more significantly than the other way around. And the Signs' elemental colors are more prominent in the conscious planets. So the sign Jupiter occupies subtly colors its expression.


I restrict
discipline ~ doubt/fear ~ purpose ~ effort ~ temperance ~ contraction
Where Jupiter is benevolence, Saturn is tough love. The Inner Critic brings limitations, restrictions & ruthless self-analysis. Saturn brings a sense of lacking or doubt and at its best the determination to overcome it. Saturn is the Reaper of past actions or inactions, whether or not you remember what you sowed. And you can patiently dismantle the resulting obstacles or cover them with defeatist graffiti as a monument to failure. We're all free to see obstacles as opportunities, or not. All planets in aspect to Saturn acutely feel its contraction, and Mars may feel it the most - drive meets restriction. Every aspect to Saturn is an opportunity for growth. And the sign Saturn occupies
subtly colors its expression.

THE UNCONSCIOUS MIND
uranus ~ neptune ~ pluto


I expose
divine mind ~ ingenuity ~ independence ~ revelation ~ [r]evolution
Uranus is the divine mind that gives rise to [r]evolution. It's Awareness with a capital A and the 'genius frequency' common in the charts of big thinkers. Uranus gets to the logical core and jolts with sudden revelation. Uranian types are ahead of their time and driven to disrupt the status quo. In its highest expression Uranus inspires collective progress and cause those who dwell in fear to recoil. In its lowest expression Uranus wreaks havoc & chaos and early experiences indicate the direction it's inclined to go. A prominent Uranus shatters crystallized perceptions one way or the other. And when resisted a bigger tsunami awaits. Change is inevitable and conscious awareness and direction obviously lead to the best results. Uranus is the ruler of Aquarius,
the waterbearer of revelation & technology ushering in the new age. Uranus inspires inventors and entrepreneurs to think in new ways, because that's
what Uranus is all about. And the sign it occupies subtly colors its expression.


I inspire
divine inspiration ~ imagination ~ escapism ~ creativity ~ transcendance
Neptune is divine inspiration and soaring imagination and its Purpose is creative enlightenment & transcendence. Neptune is Creative with a capital C and the frequency of artists & healers. Music is its universal language and healing sound is Neptune-in-action. Neptune awakens the spirit that longs to return Home to Paradise. Drugs enable a seductive sneak peek, but some lose their way in pursuit of Nirvana and the 'real world' falls to ruin. Neptune's highest expression is creative self-expression that inspires artists, poets & healers to the benefit of humanity. Planets in aspect to Neptune are touched by its magic, so if your Neptune is in aspect to conscious planets, there's great potential to bring out its creative & healing magic. With the harder aspects [square, quincunx or opposition] beware of seductive deceptions, in others or yourself. Neptune & Pluto have been in a facilitative sextile for most of the last century - a collective opportunity to enlighten & transform humanity? The sign Neptune occupies subtly colors its expression.


I transform
divine will ~ insight ~ regeneration/degeneration ~ transformation
Pluto is divine will & insight and its Purpose is empowerment & transformation. Pluto is Power with a capital P and the mythical Phoenix energy, the will to rise from the ashes & begin again. Pluto is explosively intense and purposeful and never easy, but always effective. In aspect to conscious planets, Pluto lends a potent strength of will & emotional force that when unleashed can overwhelm, so temperance is key. Pluto in aspect to conscious planets, especially Sun or Moon, indicates a deep sense of powerlessness in childhood that grows into a determination to become master of your destiny, or die. Pluto has profound creative & destructive power and the sign it occupies subtly colors its expression.



CONJUNCTION: 0°: integrating; strengthening
SEXTILE: 60°: facilitating; connective
SQUARE: 90°: frictional; frustrating
TRINE:120°: harmonizing; mellowing
QUINCUNX: 150°: driving; stressful
OPPOSITION: 180°: polarizing; separative
[0°-9° orbs of influence]



You'll come to recognize these patterns in time:


Last and least are the 6 minor aspects. The 6 minor aspects generally
reinforce the 6 major aspects. Apart from the semi-square, they're
often disregarded. The minor aspects have 0°-1° orb of influence.






The 12 signs lend their elemental color & character to the planets.
As you'd expect, they're most prominent through the conscious planets.
Check your planet/sign placements HERE.


impulsive ~ headstrong ~ independent
[CARDINAL FIRE] The first sign of the zodiac expects to be first in all things. And no matter how timid Aries the Ram may seem, you'll see their Mars temperament soon enough. Aries' enthusiasm is contagious and they project their fiery spirit into every possible circumstance.
(opposite sign: LIBRA)


nurturing ~ sensual ~ loyal
[FIXED EARTH] Taurus are nurturers and lovers of beauty, comfort & tranquility. Ruled by Earth [Venus' twin!], no one works harder for their fruits than Taurus. And the Bull is patient, steadfast & reliable, which some call 'stubborn'. Taurus calms the minds of restless souls, so like their ruling planet.
[The original glyph for Earth was the Venus glyph in reverse;s why was it changed?]
(opposino ote sign: SCORPIO)


communicative ~ mercurial ~ highstrung
[MUTABLE AIR] To spot a Gemini in the crowd, look who's talking to everyone about anything. Mercury, 'the winged messenger', is Gemini's ruling planet and their purpose is to interact, inform, inquire & charm their audience so they keep listening. Gemini is both the Twins and an air sign, so don't try to pin them down to what they said then, just enjoy the ride.
(opposite sign: SAGITTARIUS)


sensitive ~ moody ~ nurturing
[CARDINAL WATER] To spot a Cancer in the crowd, look who's clinging to the wall. The Crab would rather just stay home. Nothing is so desirable to Moon-ruled Cancer than home & family, who they live to nurture. Their emotions are as changeable as the lunar phases and they're helpless to stem the tide. So be patient with their moodiness and their loony laughter will return to tickle your heart, as always.
(opposite sign: CAPRICORN)


strong-willed ~ creative ~ courageous
[FIXED FIRE] A Leo's heart is as big as the Sun, their ruling planet, and they naturally assume the world revolves around them. They're courageous to a fault and whether roaring or purring they incite the delight of loyal friends as the jackals in the jungle plot against them. And the Lion takes it all in stride.
(opposite sign: AQUARIUS)

[speculative]
analytical ~ practical ~ hard-working
[MUTABLE EARTH] Virgo's quiet grace and graceful sensuality belies a steel
trap mind. Nothing goes unnoticed by their Spock-logical brains, grounded
in potently psychic perceptions and common sense. Wheatbearers listen & serve & tend to the needed things. And tos Virgo, heaven is in the details.
(opposite sign: PISCES)


artistic ~ idealistic ~ charming
[CARDINAL AIR] Venus-ruled Libra matches Virgo in their gracious demeanor
and seek tranquility to maintain their delicate equilibrium. Symbolized by the Scales, Libras often fall into frustrated debates in pursuit of truth. It's just so hard to know what's true when you so clearly see all sides.
(opposite sign: ARIES)


intense ~ private ~ passionate
[FIXED WATER] Pluto-ruled Scorpio has a piercing intensity and is driven to expose what's hidden. Knowledge is power & nothing is as it seems and the Scorpian Phoenix will prove it. They're rumored to be sex-obsessed, because sexual union in its perfect form promises endless depths & transformation.
(opposite sign: TAURUS)


philosophical ~ optimistic ~ adventuresome
[MUTABLE FIRE] Jupiter ruled Sagittarius is the adventurer of the zodiac, compelled to learn, explore and expand. Their fiery spirit ignites their surroundings and brutally candid, they mean only the best. An Archer's
arrows pierce to the heart of things to uplift and enlighten.
(opposite sign: GEMINI)


ambitious ~ determined ~ competitive
[CARDINAL EARTH] Capricorn the Goat is born to ascend a mountain no one else can see. They're determined to accomplish their goals and at their best, no one is more reliable. Capricorns become youngfer in spirit over time, as they stop their climb to smell the flowers.
(opposite sign: CANCER)


inventive ~ rebellious ~ independent
[FIXED AIR] Aquarius is the Waterbearer of revelation and change. Uranian spirits can't be held back or tied down and their steely will is matched only by their opposite, the Lion. Humanitarian to the core, Aquarius sees the Big Picture and is driven to assist in the evolution of humanity.
(opposite sign: LEO)


imaginative ~ intuitive ~ sensitive
[MUTABLE WATER] Neptune-ruled Pisces are dreamers. They swim in the waters of inspiration and absorb their surroundings like a sponge. Hyper-sensitive Pisces contain the qualities of all 12 signs and their empathy is unmatched. They're born romantics and so close to the source of all our dreams.
(opposite sign: VIRGO)



WITHIN THE PSYCHE
PLANETS: Psychological frequencies
ASPECTS: Conduits that blend & modify the frequencies*
SIGNS: Elemental colors that infuse the frequencies**
* integrative, facilitative, challenging, harmonious, driving or polarizing
** fire, earth, air & water


BETWEEN INDIVIDUALS:
PLANETS: Psychological frequencies of each individual
ASPECTS: Conduits that connect their frequencies & determine chemistry*
SIGNS: Elemental colors of the blended chemistry**
* integrative, facilitative, challenging, harmonious, driving or polarizing
** fire, earth, air & water


MAPPING TIME
PLANETS: Moving frequencies above to stationary frequencies within
ASPECTS: Conduits that connect frequencies above to within: forecasting*
SIGNS: Elemental colors above blending with the elemental colors within**
* integrative, facilitative, challenging, harmonious, driving or polarizing
** fire, earth, air & water



Everyone has their own style of analysis and I take a simple approach.
And when page four is complete you'll know how simple it is to get
the inside scoop on everyone!

But it will only look like gobbledygook until you're familiar with the 28 letters of the soul. You can't read without knowing the alphabet. And with so much astro info at your fingertips your head will spin, it makes all the difference
to first know the Planets, Aspects & Signs.

Learning the celestial alphabet is FUN and practicing on your own BirthPrint™ is MORE FUN. And check out this keyword list of 260 aspect blends.


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