Energy Patterns for September 2012 Energy Patterns for September 2012Sep 1st to the 11th -- rather weak and noisy energies.
Sep 12th to the 20th -- a long, wobbly transition period.
Sep 21st to the 26th -- almost a storm.
Sep 27th to the end of the month -- a little more down time.
An online ephemeris for the month is available. Check Current Transits, too.
September's waveforms look like one long transition period at first glance. It took several days before the slight differences between the various energy patterns started to emerge. Needless to say, the number of such periods, when they start and stop, what distinguishes one period from the next is open to debate. When there is some power or focus that pokes through the muddled background, it usually involves the trio of Pluto, Uranus and Chiron, as we've seen in recent months. Mostly, however, the waveform looks scattered, weak and unfocused, based on higher harmonics that promise interruptions and stresses. My best guess says that there are 4 main energy periods to discuss.
Sep 1st to the 11th |
The 1st to the 11th is weak and noisy, barely a storm by normal definitions. The waveform varies in strength from an anemic 336 units up to the month's high of 528 units on the 5th, a brief Koz Alert. The harmonics include H6, H48, a fat H12 and traces of H24 -- a mixture that is as stressful and difficult as it is constructive, with a lack of focus and discipline. There is some minor focus in the energies at 0-6, 15 and 25 degrees of each zodiac sign -- check where this hits your own birth chart. Early in this period, most of the important aspects between planets point to a pattern where Mercury and Mars are activating Pluto, Chiron and Uranus. Mercury is the thinking mind, so you may feel preoccupied with ideas and concepts that are out of the ordinary for you. It's a time for speculating about bigger issues than normal and shifting your overall perspective on life. As for Mars, there's an urge to get off your butt and get some work done, but you may find your efforts thwarted. Purely personal goals run into complications and roadblocks. The trick is to focus on goals that transcend your own goals, channeling your efforts into the greater good. If you run into conflicts with other people, that's a clue to change your perspective. Later in this period, the emphasis is more on Jupiter, Saturn and possibly Neptune, as triggered by the Sun, Mercury and Venus. Since Jupiter and Saturn rule over the social dimension of our lives, this points to the need to pay attention to how your life intersects with the larger global or national situation -- how appropriate that the Democrats are finishing their convention now and the election goes into its final stretch.
Sep 12th to the 20th |
The 12th to the 20th is a transitional time of a highly variable nature. The waveform is generally very weak, ranging from 320 to 418 units. The harmonics consist of a noisy H48 and some H12. The energies are most noticeable at 13-15, 28-30, 6-8 and 25 degrees of each sign, pretty much scattered all over. Once more, the Uranus-Pluto square is triggered, first by Venus and the Moon on the 12th, and then by Mercury (forming a T-square) on the 20th. These disruptive energies are most likely felt at a more intuitive or visceral level that stands in opposition to your consciously held beliefs. In between, Mercury acts as a trigger for Saturn and Neptune which are approaching a trine aspect that first checks in around Oct 10. The mind is torn between pragmatic reality and a more idealistic point of view, although the conflict is more subliminal than overt so far. However, this time is mostly scattered and without a clear message, other than Pluto's resounding "let go!" around the 18th.
Sep 21st to the 26th |
The 21st to the 26th is almost a storm. The intensity levels of this waveform are in the 327 to 460 unit range, weak to moderate power. The harmonics are a mix of H24, H12 and H48 -- mostly stressful or demanding, but with a constructive undertone. The energies are focused at 5-7, 16-20 and 0-2 degrees of each sign. This is perhaps the only period all month where the waveform shows signs of structure and form rather than just noise. This pattern is most distinct around the 25th, when a Venus-Mars square brings out the more bristly side of the Uranus-Pluto square. The connecting aspects are of the 45 and 135 degree variety, a symptom of more tension and discord. This period may be hard on relationships, especially of the romantic kind, so go easy on people if disagreements arise. Diplomacy will get your farther than stubbornly sticking to your own point of view. There's a Moon-Mercury-Jupiter Grand Trine on the 25th that may briefly smooth over some of the differences.
Sep 27th to the end of the month |
Finally, the 27th to the end of the month is another transition period. The waveform has a strength of 343 to 431 units -- weak to moderate energy, again. The harmonics consist of H48, H6 and H24 -- scattered and difficult, but perhaps useful if you put in some disciplined effort. The energies are strongest at 5-7 and 21-24 degrees of each sign. Despite what I just said, don't underestimate this period! The full moon on the 29th joins Uranus-Pluto to form a formidable T-square that has the potential to shake us to the core. This energy pattern continues into early October.