NEPTUNE GOES RETROGRADE
May 24, 2007
by Eileen Nauman
Copyright Eileen Nauman 2007
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This is an interesting time with Neptune, planet of truth and lies, going retrograde during the Bush administration continuing fiasco after fiasco; littered with lies and deception which has been steam rolling along since January of 2007. How many times did our Attorney General Gonzalez say he didn't remember during Senate hearings? Something like 70. Gee, do you want a brainless wonder like this in that position? Neptune is ever the uncover-er of lies, fraud and deception. And I find it fascinating the planet is going retrograde right now. What OTHER lies, cover ups and deceptions by this disingenuous administraiton is going to air more dirty laundry on this date? Stay tuned and find out! Count on Neptune to use some interesting ways to get the truth out--even if it is a couple of thousands of years after the fact! "Truth will out," is a Neptune promise. And it sure has in this case--so watch the coming weeks of the Bushites and their kind! More fall out is sure to come.
THE SHADOW PERIOD OF NEPTUNE
Any time a planet goes direct or retrograde, there is a 'shadow' period of it slowing down to turn direction. In Neptune's case, from May 3 though May 23rd, is the 'shadow' period. This period is important because it puts a very powerful and intense focus on all things Neptune in this case (and you can see what it rules farther into this article). This becomes a cosmic hot plate and you're going to see all kinds of Neptunian things spring into action, be revealed, uncovered and put into the spotlight. So, the first three weeks of May ought to be quite enlightening...stay tuned!
A BLUE MOON FOLLOWS NEPTUNE RETORGRADE--WOW
Whomever says "Spring has Sprung," has sure meant it this year! What makes this particular planet going retrograde is that there is a rare "Blue Moon" (a second full moon in the same month) occurring on May 31st, a week after Neptune has dragged its heels backwards through the cosmic sands. You can bet that lies, deception, fraud and sleight of hand will be revealed several weeks before Neptune goes retrograde, or their may be a secondary latent pop of energy in regards to this conjunction with the rare Blue Moon on May 31st. Sure puts a new spin on Memorial Day, too. Wow.
NEPTUNE IN AQUARIUS--A GOOD FIT?
When you place a water element planet in a fixed air sign, Aquarius in this case, something has to give. Perhaps we can look at Aquarius like a stout cardboard box, and Neptune the water that silently runs toward it, encloses it, wets the material and finally, weakens the entire structure over time until the cardboard material dissolves without a whimper into the watery embrace of this nebulous, diffused planet's energy and purpose.
These two teamed up remind me of a new pair of shoes, one size too small for your feet and yet, you have to wear 'em, stretch them, suffer some pain, certainly some adjustment, until the shoes accommodate you. And when Neptune goes retrograde (backward motion, seemingly, in the sky--it isn't really, it just looks that way from our perspective here on Earth...) the shoes might pinch a little.
Each planet is an energy expression and vibration. Each zodiac sign also has its resonation, too. You can sort of look or evaluate them like different radio frequencies on your FM or AM radio. Each is a "station" that pulsates its endless signals toward us. HOW we respond to them is up to each of us; and the reactions and actions are going to be as diverse as raindrops sparkling in sunlight to create a colorful rainbow.
Neptune goes RETROGRADE on May 24th at 22 degrees of Aquarius. Who is affected? Aquarians and Leos.
The Aquarians most effected are born February 11th (your sun is at 22 degrees of Aquarius). This is 'ground zero' for this retrograde, for Aquarian folks. However, Aquarians born from February 9th through February 13th, will be affected with the most energy on those who have a birthday on February 11th.
The opposite sign is Leo. Those born between August 12th to the 17th are spotlighted. People with a birthday on on August 15th (your sun is at 22 degrees of Leo) will feel the full impact of this retrograde.
Those who have a sun, moon or planet or cusp (such as the ascendant or midheaven) at 20, 21, 22, 23 and 24 degrees of Aquarius or Leo, you will certainly feel the effects of this Neptune turning retrograde.
If you feel the need to consult your professional astrologer for more specific information on how exactly it will effect your life, please contact them now. On athena, our professional astrologer is Rosemarie Brown and she can be reached via email at: starrose@sedona.net
WHAT NEPTUNE RULES--does it affect you?
Using the keywords of Neptune, which I've posted, let's look at what it rules and how this retrograde energy may affect you:
NEPTUNE
actors and actresses--you'll see the drama kings and queens starting to loose their steam and effectiveness now
alcohol--you may drink a little too much; so watch the amount
artists--your creativity may take a dive during this three week retrograde shadow period--don't worry, it will return after it does turn retrograde.
ambiguities--someone can pull the wool over your eyes--buyer beware. Trust your gut in these situations to stop being fooled by someone else.
anesthesia (bad reaction to--allergic reaction)--very bad for surgeries scheduled around this time.
HIV, Hepatitis--wash your hands with an antibacterial soap and wash your food off well before preparation, as well as cooking meat WELL done. Wash your hands well and often.
beaches--great place to be for de-stressing; they will be much more healing during this time frame so take advantage of it
beverages--drink lots of water during this period to flush out--don't be consuming a lot of alcoholic or sugar-content fluids
boats--a nice place to de-stress--don't take any cruises where cigarette smoking is allowed in cabins (in particular, the Holland- American Line allows this and I say: stay away and find another line that wants clean air for their passengers).
clairvoyant--you may become more so for a couple of weeks--pay strict attention to your intuition during this period--it can save your butt
coma--you may feel like you're in one until after it turns retrograde. You'll "wake up" or feel the fuzz is gone from inside your head about two weeks after it has turned retrograde
compassion--practice it--daily. During the shadow period there's lots of 'tests' to see if you really mean to come from the heart o from elsewhere
confusion--will be rampant. Get signed contracts. Don't take anyone's word for it. Scams are big time right now. Gut intuition on your part can save you from being taken.
codependent--will probably kick in stronger than usual during this time frame
creative--you will be much more so... take advantage of it... paint, write, sing, dance... de-stress!
dancing--absolutely!
deception--who is lying to us? How do we lie to ourselves? Are we lying to ourselves about something? Someone? A situation? Come clean now.
delusion (by ourselves toward ourselves or others)--what we're fooling ourselves about may rear its ugly head on this retrograde--so pay attention to what you see. The truth is out there...
dreams--more of them... keep a journal... see the pattern of how your subconscious is talking to you...
drug addiction--yep, the druggies are gonna want MORE of their recreational drug right now than usual....and this includes sugar addiction, food, sex, ect.,
drugs (hypersensitive to)--watch out for allergy reaction
drugs (allergy reaction to)--yes, they will be worse than usual for about three weeks before it turns retrograde
bugs (picking up something you didn't really want)--watch going into a hospital... bugs abound and they might take a shine to you!
energy defrayed (feels tired, exhausted)--absolutely... everyone could use a little Curly Dock flower essence to bump up their energy and quit feeling like they're dragging around a ball and chain on their feet. Don't worry, after it goes retrograde, your energy will stabilize but still not be quite as perky as before. When Neptune goes direct, you'll get it back. In the meantime, don't squander your energy. Spend it wisely like you do your money...
epidemics--very possible... somewhere... don't know where
escape--everyone is going to be day dreamy, spacey and somewhere else. Great time to take a vacation...
forgery and fraud--buyer beware... you can be fooled big time right now. Now is not a good time to be idealistic and think the best of everyone's intentions. Instead, question them and do research before verbally agreeing or signing anything
fishing--another de-stressing idea and compassion by releasing what you catch.
idealism and what one idealizes--these things may be shattered right now and Truth and reality will stare you in the face, instead...
illumination--wonderful time for an "aha!" meditate, meditate, mediate--it will pay off big time
illusion--what you see is not necessarily what you'll get. If you meet someone during this time--they are NOT what they seem to be--watch, be patient and sooner or later, this person will reveal their true selves to you--and you probably will be very jilted and unhappy about what you see
imagination--is on the increase! Use it!
immune system--for those who have a compromised immune system you may find it sagging an staggering in the shadow period. After Neptune goes retrograde, it will restabilize to a degree.
manipulated by others--most definitely. Put up healthy boundaries and learn to say "no" instead of being abused/used/manipulated
music--yes! Listen to it. Play it. But don't bust your eardrums--they are the only pair you have in a given lifet time. A de-stress especially if it is classical music, known as the "music of the spheres."
obligations and serving--absolutely. Do your karmic responsibility right now.
Pantothenic Acid (B-5)--may need 100 mgs. a day between now and the retrograde on May 24th--it feeds the adrenal glands--your flight or fight mechanism and you may be under a lot of stress right now--so it will help you through this
poisons of all kinds--Have Poison Control Center phone number handy. You or your family can be poisoned by air, water or food.
psychic--yes, you will tune in more clearly during this period. Listen. You may doubt what you get, however. Try not too...
sacrifice--yes, you will be asked to help. So, pitch in and help and don't bellyache about it.
sensitivity--all your five senses are turned up to an excruciating degree--find silence. Find being alone or more quiet to escape this phenomena.
spirituality--wonderful time for it. Find time to be alone, quiet and meditate.
suffering--yes, some of us will during this time frame. Do it for the right reasons. Learn to practice the Art of Compassion.
truth--"Truth will out" and it usually does under a retrograde. If someone has lied to you, defrauded you, or not told you the whole truth, it will come out now
vagueness--everyone is going to be this way. You won't get a straight answer. Better to wait until after the retrograde and try again... things may seem a clear as mud.
victim--you can become one. Your choice. Put up your boundaries--learn to say "no."
virus--yep, they're around.
weak (as in an organ or system of the body)--mostly ankles and calves for you Aquarians and heart/circulation/back problems for you Leo's
Tools for de-stressing such as meditation, Tai Chi, Chi Quong, acupuncture, massage, swimming, reflexology, polarity therapy, flower and gem essences, homeopathy, taking a quiet walk, working in a garden, shamanic journeying, communing with Nature, listening to classical music, taking trips into isolated and beautiful natural power spots around our globe, vacations away from people and crowding, learning to commune and then open up to Mother Earth (and understanding she, too, is a LIVING being), and going to health and spiritual-oriented spas will become "in."
As a result of spiritual quests taking precedence as a matter of health in our lives as never before--and the traditional medicine people finally understanding that "parts are not parts", that we are a fully connected, viable organism that has a spirit that must also be taken into consideration in health matters, will evolve. Earth-based philosophies, mostly fueled by a powerful Native American resurgence in the last decade, will underwrite the understanding of connections and of connecting or learning how to reconnect. Speaking from personal experience as well as observing it too many times, I have seen Mother Earth heal others, animal as well as human. We will learn how to get into touch with her on this level for ourselves and for others more clearly and consciously with Neptune in Aquarius.
Neptune rules the immune system. Allergies may kick up. Problems with vaccinations in children will flare up. Finally. Unfortunately, many millions of people will suffer with an impaired, over-sensitized immune system that sets them up, down the line, for many other forms of disease--unless they get help from homeopathy.
Homeopathy is ruled by Neptune, so you are going to watch as it enters a "golden age" in the next thirteen years under Aquarius' leadership. It will take its place at the head of all the alternative medicine modalities as "the" medicine or form of medicine to use. It can engage the immune system, when practiced carefully and safely, on a gentle, noninvasive level. No drug can create cure, but homeopathy can CURE. This is a good time for you to find your local homeopathic practitioner and get your constitutional case taken.
THE DOWNSIDE
Neptune has rulership over bacteria and viruses. This also includes COMPUTER VIRUSES. Be sure to back up everything! Better safe than sorry.
Over the Spring period we will see more bacterial and virus complaints starting--especially ones like the West Nile Virus in the West continues to make inroads. I think you'll see the West Nile Epidemic crank up on the East Coast and continue to move Midwest and South. The West is going to take a "hit" on this, as well. Colorado is bracing for its 6th year and Arizona the 5th year, which is being said to be very bad.
With Neptune going retrograde, you'll probably see this disease go "underground" but that doesn't mean it's done circulating the globe... not a chance. All epidemics have an ocean-like ebb and flow, a tidal wave effect, and with Neptune going retrograde, there's the possibility that it will pull back and seemingly be dormant or "under control" for now.
China is being found out to be a lying culprit who willingly poisons the world with the food processes. The loss of our animals to wheat gluten and other products grown and processed in China is ongoing. Now, our poultry in our country has eaten the feed. If the FDA decides Monday, May 7th, that it is okay for us to consume this chicken--I would say: bullshit. Do NOT eat chicken for the next 3-4 months until that tainted, poisoned poultry is out of the meat system. If FDA does decide to sell it to us, I say: let the families of those who decide the chicken was okay--to eat it instead. Then, the truth will be out...
Neptune rules poisoning of any type and what we are at risk for is air pollution and water pollution. Bacterial assaults on our sewage, the chlorinating efforts, etc., are going to backfire and city water is going to continue to become, literally, undrinkable. Poisons such as uranium and arsenic that leach or leak into the underground aquifers is going to happen more and more out in rural America and people who own wells should get their wells tested yearly for all the poisonous elements that are known to their area--especially those who live near chemical factories, landfills, mines or mining activity and the like. And obviously, China is included in this. Do not eat ANYTHING that comes from China is my motto from here on out. As a matter of fact, "eat locally" and know where your food came from, support your local farmers and grow your own veggies in your own garden, instead. You aren't likely to poison yourself as China is all too willing to do to the rest of the world.
Because Neptune is subtle, the poisoning can go on for years before a person's health begins to deteriorate--and it won't be waving a red flag to get your attention, either. For instance, a leaky refrigerator can leak out its fumes and cause headaches over time each time the freezer portion is opened up. If the tubing isn't carefully checked, no one would suspect the person is slowly being poisoned in such a way--and yet, this is a typical Neptune way... and with Aquarius being the air element, such poisoning especially by carbon monoxide, is going to be epidemic in and of itself. This is a good time to go to your doctor and find out--have your water tested, too.
Chemicals and all gasses are ruled by Neptune. Fertilizers, pesticides and insecticides are going to be spotlighted for the insidious murderers that they are--and that these chemicals settle in the fat of our bodies. Women, in particular, will find that the poisoning going on in them from what they eat, drink and breathe from farm water run-off carrying these deadly toxins, will eventually wind up in the fat and lymph of their breasts--and these will be found to be one of the main reasons why women have such a high incidence of breast cancer in this century. DDT was also a very Neptunian poison and until decades of careful tracking of it, did farmers and chemical makers finally understand how terrible an instrument it was on our environment and the creatures in it. Malamine, the poison put into wheat gluten by China and sold to us that killed our pets (and probably us--stay tuned for more on this as Neptune goes retrograde...) The search for melamine in China could be an enormous undertaking because animal feed producers have admitted in interviews here that they have been cheating customers for years by adding the chemical to lift protein readings artificially.
In recent weeks, several melamine traders, animal feed producers and chemical companies have said that the mixing of melamine into food and feed additives is widespread in China.
Two Chinese companies are alleged to have been source of all the melamine-tainted protein that adulterated pet food ingredients in the United States. Both are both located in eastern China, not far from major wheat-growing areas that are also centers for the production of melamine http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/05/04/asia/food.1-45314.php
And if anyone thinks China is done with the way it is poisoning the world, wait and see. Neptune isn't going to let this paper tiger get away with this type of insanity and irresponsibility. In the meantime, I repeat my warning: Do NOT consume ANYTHING that comes from China!!! Buy your poultry from known local farmers. Know what they are feeding their animals. Or... go vegan and buy/eat locally.
The immune system (Neptune) is going to take a battering. Those who get more vaccinations are going to be at particular risk. Those who are in super-stressful jobs or environments (cities), are going to see their health begin to deteriorate unless they do something drastic (like leave the city and the stressful job). We are going to see immune-related disease leap to the top of the list of health problems--and the traditional medical people are going to wonder why--until they put it together with too many vaccinations. We are going to see arthritis, lupus, multiple sclerosis, and other central and peripheral nervous system dis-eases become highlighted in our culture. Now is a good time to de-stress. Look at the keywords above for some suggestions as to how--for instance, meditation or yoga, as examples.
Aquarius rules the calves of the legs, our ankles and the rods and cones of our eyes. With Neptune there, you are going to see more glaucoma, blindness and retinal detachment than ever before. There will be virus or bacteria that will be found that affect our vision or decrease it. There may be central nervous system complaints involving the calves and ankles of those people who have planets in Aquarius or Leo, particularly those with Saturn, Uranus or Neptune in them--and with three or more hard aspects to them. Viruses or bacteria will attack this part of their body leaving them wheel chair bound or having to use crutches or other types of conveyances instead of being able to walk normally. If you suspect eye problems, go see your ophthalmologist for the appropriate tests to check this out. This is a big time for anaphylactic reactions to allergies or to foods we eat--so beware.
The opposite sign, Leo, rules the cardiovascular system and our heart. We are going to see a huge flare-up of rheumatic fever, scarlet fever and Strep throat (if not caught, can injure any of our major organs, including our heart). Weak hearts, congestive heart failure, angina are going to plague us for the next thirteen year period. This is a good time to see your doctor about your heart and your cholesterol levels. Back problems could crop up at this time--a "weak" back, where a vertebrae kicks out. See your D.O. or chiropractor for help.
Problems with circulation are going to become highlighted, also. The easy answer to this is: get some exercise. Unfortunately, there's a lot of Baby Boomers who have turned into couch potatoes and it is that segment of our society that is going to have cold hands and feet, numbness, tingling or Raynaud's Disease, stalking them in earnest. Just puttering outside for an hour, or going for a walk around the block would help stave off this particular symptom. Getting a massage once a week will also help stop this condition.
IN SUMMATION...
Our life, our reality, is what we make of it. Neptune in Aquarius promises us if we want to create our reality (which we do anyway) but know on a more conscious level that we're doing, is at hand. One might look at this door opening as the sorcerer's apprentice (the Walt Disney version of Mickey Mouse and the Night on Bald Mountain classical music playing in the background) working with the magician's tools while he's stepped away from the castle.
Our health is in our hands. How we express our level of health is up to each of us and many of us will get more in touch with the why we are the way we are than ever before. The 'tools' of Aquarius are going to mind-blowing, mind-stretching, awe-inspiring, scary, unbelievable, frightening or miraculous--take your pick. Whatever your consciousness, whatever your attitude toward yourself and how you see yourself involved with Life's Spiral Dance, is up to each of us. As my mother sez, "If you get mud, Eileen, you damn well make mud pies and sell 'em!"
And just remember this: Aquarius is the sign of the PEOPLE. The underdogs of the world who feel they have little control over their lives. You can TAKE control and Neptune is showing you how: eat and purchase local food, fruit and meat. Stay away from China anything. Start a garden; large or small. Put pots in your window and grow things if you live in a city. Or, work with other on a city plot and grow your own veggies. Aquarius is about the people movement to help themselves. So, here's another opportunity to do so!
Find out what your 'tools' of reference, of belief in, of perspective and reality are.
HELP TO MAKE THIS TRANSFORMATION PAINLESS--WELL, ALMOST PAINLESS...
I don't believe we have to SUFFER endlessly through change. The people below are, in my opinion, the best in their particular business and are skillful catalysts to help people to help themselves. Utilize Neptune Retrograde in the BEST and most healthy of ways....check out this group and choose which tools resonate most strongly with you and contact them. You won't be sorry you did! A planet retrograde (any of them) is an OPPORTUNITY to offload our wounds, get in touch with what is strong or weak within us--and fix it. So, this is a fix-it-up time. Take advantage of it!
ASTROLOGICAL COUNSELORS:
You can engaged the services of the medicinegarden.com's professional astrologer and find out. Our own Rosemarie Brown is a natal counselor. Just contact her at: starrose@sedona.net
If you are wanting to move and aren't sure where or you have a place in mind, but aren't sure if it's "right" for you, Gail and Michael have locale information available. If health is your consideration, both are trained medical astrologers. Tocontact them: Gail Carswell at rockdoc@mindspring.com or Michael Foltz at solardoc@mindspring.com Better yet, visit their website: http://www.owlswebnest.com, for more information on all the services they provide.
I'm sure one of these three professionals will be able to shed considerable light in what is going on in your life and the many choices you have available to you to institute and use.
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VOICE ANALYSIS--THE MISSING NOTE:
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