9/20/2024: The Sun Opposes Neptune Rx

This celestial alignment offers profound insights, especially when we're navigating the path of healing and self-discovery.

Today, the Sun, the core of our identity and vitality, is in direct opposition to Neptune, the planet of dreams, illusions, and spirituality, which is currently in retrograde. This aspect is like a mirror reflecting back the tension between our conscious self and the nebulous, often confusing energies of Neptune.

The Sun in our birth chart represents our core essence—who we are at our brightest. It shines a light on our purpose and helps us express our true selves. In recovery, the Sun's energy is what keeps us focused on our goals, helping us stay true to the person we're striving to become.

Neptune, especially when retrograde, has a way of blurring the lines between reality and fantasy. It can make us question what's real, pulling us into a fog of confusion or, on the flip side, offering deep spiritual insights. When Neptune is retrograde, the energy turns inward, urging us to confront our illusions and delusions, especially those we've used to cope with life's difficulties.

When the Sun opposes Neptune, we might find ourselves struggling to see things clearly. In recovery, this could manifest as doubt—doubt about our progress, our worth, or our ability to stay on the path. It might tempt us to escape into old habits or to idealize the past. But this aspect is also a powerful call to balance our idealism with realism.

Let's take a moment to reflect. Have any of you felt a sense of confusion or doubt lately? Perhaps you've been questioning your path or feeling uncertain about the future? This is Neptune's influence at play. But remember, the Sun is there too, offering clarity and strength.

I'd like to open the floor for anyone who feels comfortable sharing. How have you been managing these feelings of uncertainty? Have you found ways to stay grounded and clear about your recovery goals?

Here are some prompts for consideration:

1. What are some illusions or false beliefs you've held about yourself or your recovery journey? How have these illusions affected your progress?
2. When faced with stress or uncertainty, do you find yourself tempted to escape into old habits or unhealthy coping mechanisms? How can you counter these urges?
3. Reflect on a personal truth you've discovered during your recovery. How has this truth influenced your journey, and how can you continue to honor it moving forward?

Take a moment to reflect on what stood out to you today. Recovery isn’t always clear-cut, and it’s okay to face uncertainty. What matters is that we keep moving forward with self-compassion.

Remember, even when things seem unclear, the light within you is always there to guide you. Trust in your journey and the growth it brings.

Stay connected, and take care. Until next time, may you find clarity and peace on your path. Have a great day, everyone.

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Upcoming New Moon Gathering - October 2nd

If this reflection resonated with you, I'd love to invite you to my upcoming New Moon Gathering on October 2nd. This virtual event will be a beautiful space to set new intentions, release what no longer serves you, and align with the energy of the new moon. We’ll dive deeper into how astrology supports us in recovery and hold space for everyone to reflect, share, and connect.

There’s even a $10 ticket option available through Eventbrite to make this accessible for all. You won’t want to miss it! Grab your spot and join me for a powerful evening of transformation.

Until next time, may you continue to find balance, clarity, and peace on your path.

Stay connected, and keep aligning your thoughts with your truth. Have a great day, everyone!