Gemini NEW MOON 2020 

By Tracy Cook

Where should my focus be during this next 29-day cycle? 

When we draft a chart for the new moon, we can get a sense of the energy that will be up for processing for the next 29 days.  

Okay what is this cycle about?    It is time to reboot the hard drive of data that lives inside you.   

Sabian symbol from Straight Woo website : 

PHASE 63 (GEMINI 3°): THE GARDEN OF THE TUILERIES IN PARIS.

KEYNOTE: The formalization of collective ideals through the application of reason and order to newly discovered aspects of nature.

The gardens of the Tuileries and Versailles are typical representations of the classical spirit and its need for order and symmetry. The reign of the French king, Louis XIV, followed the Renaissance, which was filled with the excitement of a new spirit of discovery and a period of internal troubles. A reaction had to come to consolidate the gains made by the collective mind of European man. Such a consolidation usually leads to another extreme, i.e. formalism and often the narrow intellectual crystallization of dualistic concepts.

At this third stage of the thirteenth five-fold sequence of cyclic phases we see the contents of the first and second stages brought to the state of clear and lucid, but also formalized, conceptualization. The heavenly gift-bearing Santa Claus has become the paternalistic autocrat, king by “divine right.” The warm family circle celebrating the birth of the Deliverer from wintry darkness is now the Court of the king ruled by rigid rituals. There is clarity, but there is also ego-centralization and the worship of FORMALISM.

http://straightwoo.com/2016/01/15/sabian-symbols-gemini-1-15/

Please note all times in Pacific.   

Gemini New Moon 

2 Gemini 04 

May 22, 2020

10:38 am PDT 

Welcome to Gemini New Moon.    Gemini the third sign of the zodiac is a very different energy than Aries and Taurus.  Aries, the first fire sign, with the power of the flame, tells the world, “I am here!”   In Taurus, the first earth sign, we dig into our world and say, “I’ve got needs”.   Gemini, the first air sign, looks around and says, “Hey, what’s over there?”   

All of the air signs connect to our mentality: Libra focuses on relationships and fairness/balance, Aquarius is focused on groups and social matters and Gemini focuses on writing, reading, communicating, finding new people and asking ‘What’s going on?’ 

Rebooting the computer 

As we discussed in the last report we are in extraordinary astrological days.  We need to take the opportunities of every lunar month and use the energies to their full extent.  In Gemini our brains will be stimulated.  There will be a lot of information coming in.  The challenge during this cycle is to not freeze like a bouncing ball on a computer screen.  We need to reboot the internal computer that is in our brains.   Any outdated thinking needs to be freshened up.

Gemini has the terrific ability to connect and disconnect with lightening speed.   It can shift on a dime.  What motivates the shift is information.   Gemini’s greatest gift is the power of curiosity and the ability to pivot.  The curiosity to ask a lot of questions which then begets answers and from those responses can inspire a pivot.   Gemini understands the pitfalls of being too deep into our opinions and beliefs and routines.   If there is an unwillingness to acknowledge changes surrounding us and if those changes are not incorporated into our thinking, then Gemini understand we are headed to obsolescence.   Gemini keeps an ear to the ground.   News and other perspectives are valuable to Gemini.  The downside is when overwhelmed with too much data or too many choices, Gemini can be fickle with changing loyalties and hesitant to commit.   Gemini also can focus on the imperfections of any option.  The expression, “Don’t let the perfect be the enemy of the good” is a hurdle for many a Gemini who can overthink something that is good and tell themselves it can’t be real and then blow it off.    The other downside in Gemini is gossip.   Sorting fact from fiction and investigating on your own is critical.  

During the next twenty-nine-day lunar cycle, consider how any information, data, suggests to you that you may want to pivot.  That adaptability can be a life changer, survival of the fittest (Darwin) was not just about strength it was also about how one adapts in a new environment.    Look around your world and note any changes you are seeing and how you may want to adapt.    At the same time, note the things that work in your life and give them proper respect.  Perhaps you may want to share what works with people in your world. 

Mars

The chart for the Gemini New Moon has the Sun & Moon square Mars in Pisces.   The square suggest angst and feeling of a disconnect between the information that Gemini offers with action (Mars) that is muted, subtle, perhaps scary and a bit unworldly (Pisces).    It is curious that this aspect is lining up at a time during the Covid Pandemic where people are venturing out into the world again but feeling nervous.  Pisces rules oceans and there could be a feeling these twenty-nine day as if we are all going out to sea.   Ancient sailors had to rely on the stars at night to track their courses.  For us modern day trekkers we will have a lot of data at our fingertips but we should turn to our inner compass to help us figure out our way through our journey.    This is not an exceptional emotional cycle.  It is more about our mental state but there could be anxiety.    Take breaks from screen time.  Get out and walk, fresh air is critical.  Also focusing on breath and slow down your breathing will also be valuable. 

Venus

In the chart, Mercury the ruler of Gemini, is right on top of Venus (conjunction). Mercury who can go long on smarts but does not always have good bed side manner with its curtness.  Venus may soften the edges a bit. Venus who is currently retrograde is offering up a lot of information that speaks to our values. During this cycle there will be emphasis on what we value.  We will be processing love, money, art, beauty, pleasure and happiness which are all Venus values.   With Mercury in the mix the emphasis is on our ability to have real conversations on all these topics.    Venus does not turn direct until the next lunar cycle (Cancer) but at the end of this cycle  Mercury turns retrograde and will join Pluto, Saturn, Jupiter and Venus who are all retrograde.  Sure, why have four retrograde planets when you can have five?  

Saturn

Saturn in Aquarius trines Sun/Moon in Gemini.   This is a very good aspect in this New Moon chart for a couple of reasons.  One it adds a stable component to the twenty-nine-day cycle.  There is a natural ADHD patina to the Gemini cycle which could feel over stimulated and difficult to ground.  Saturn will help us find our center in any chaos during the cycle.  On another level, this is a good opportunity for us to test drive Saturn in Aquarius.  Saturn moved into Aquarius at the end of March launching a three period where we focus on practical innovation and assess the status quo whatever that means to us.   Aquarius is one of the humanitarian signs with an emphasis on society, but it is also interested in things that might be ‘weird’ or ‘odd’.   In all that supposed weirdness we find common ground to other humans.   Saturn has not been in Aquarius for twenty-eight years, the tie in with this Saturn in Aquarius is everyone sheltering at home.    This has been a great retreat from society on one hand but then the explosions of connecting through Zoom, face time, screen time on the other hand is perfect Saturn in Aquarius.  It is worth noting that the last time Saturn was in Aquarius in the 1980s is when the home computer launched.   Here we are again, with technology on the forefront.  The trine could be a doorway and open up potential opportunities.  Watch any concrete solutions that pop up out of your screen time.  Or come out of unique, novel, interesting conversations. Solutions will be in both our personal life and in the news.  

Jupiter & Pluto 

There is a trine (out of sign) between the Sun/Moon (Gemini) to Jupiter (Cap) in the new moon chart.   This is a nice companion to the Saturn trine (above) and again offers opportunities to find practical solutions in new ways.   New knowledge will have solutions but there may be a tie in between, neighbors, neighborhood or siblings.   The key is pivoting.   Consider if your beliefs need to be updated on both siblings or neighbors? What new solutions can be found in the pivot? 

We discussed the Jupiter Pluto conjunction in the last report.  On June 30 Jupiter will conjunct Pluto for the second of three encounters (April 4 and November 12).  While the Pluto Jupiter conjunction does not take place in this twenty -nine -day cycle we will be feeling the build up all June.    Watch for issues in the news and our personal life where we ask:  ‘What works?’  ‘Who is in power and are they effective?’  ‘How are people’s beliefs being transformed?’  ‘What are the big ideas?’    There could be some pain and a sober note that something is not working.  Death and rebirth are critical for Pluto including death of an idea or thinking.    As always, breathe through the tension.  

Mercury Retrograde 

June 17, 2020 

9:58 pm PDT

14 Cancer 46

6/1: Mercury shadow begins

6/17: Mercury retrograde 14 Cancer 46

7/12: Mercury station direct 5 Cancer 29

7/26: Mercury Shadow ends

This Mercury retrograde takes place in entirety in Cancer.  As we discussed Mercury is the planet of our human computer and during the retrograde we have another opportunity to reboot our thinking.  

With this Mercury retrograde, our thinking and our communication will be about home, feelings, family (both family of birth and family of choice).   Cancer the crab, has a hard shell of protection and strong pinchers.   We should all prepare during this Mercury retrograde for people to be over-sensitive and use those pinchers.  Snappy comments will be in overload.   If anyone on god’s green earth has the ability to hold their tongue during this Mercury retrograde, they will be awarded a Nobel Peace Prize.    

The last time Mercury was retrograde entirely in Cancer was June/July 2013.  You may want to consider what was going on then, were there any reboots you did that missed something important?  Is there anything that took place regarding home, family and feelings that didn’t get addressed that you would now like to tackle?    You may have an opportunity to address those issues this time around.  

The pre-shadow starts on June 1, we should watch what comes up after that point and note we may have revisit some of it. Once Mercury stations direct on July 12 things should soften and certainly any confusion will clear by the shadow end on July 26. 

As always, with any Mercury retrograde, double check paperwork, try to avoid big purchases, if you are traveling confirm any reservations.   Double check every email before you hit send and ask yourself, “Is this too snappy?”  If you are fine with it then be prepared for any repercussions.    If your goal is to set a boundary (Cancer the crab hard shell) talk to a friend or ally and ask them if there is another way to set up the boundary without just a snap, 

 In conclusion:  Mixing it up and getting out there in some way is a gift during the Gemini cycle.   Whether you are moving about in society or just opening your circles through phone calls or zoom, the data will have some solutions.   Although, don’t overdo it, take care that you don’t get anxious, mind your brain and breathe, breathe, breathe—after all Gemini is Air.  

During the month check out my blog 

http://tracyastrosalon.blogspot.com

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The 8 phases

Gemini New Moon 

2 Gemini 04   

May 22, 2020 

10:38 am PDT 

New moon: Plant seeds, make calls, activate, start projects.   Activate something that will ideally lead you to more.  This is the phase where INTENT is critical.  Even if the results are not immediate, the intent is there.  You may not have all the answers or road map, but you should put out your Intent.

This focus:  How are you opening up your world and mixing it up with others?   How is new information important in your life?  How are you learning to adapt?  How can you pivot?   How are you taking care to not overstimulate your mind?   How are you rebooting your thinking?  

Crescent Moon Phase

May 26, 2020

7:25pm PDT 

Crescent:  We will receive information, we will research a bit more, perhaps get feedback on stuff that we planted on new.  Perhaps get some information that will help down the road on a seed we planted a while ago.  We can collect some data now.  Even if you think you are not getting information, stop, and re-look at everything.  Who called you?  Even the silliest things, when they come up during Crescent are note worthy.  A parking ticket?  An argument with a spouse?  A refund check from the phone company?  All of it needs to be considered a message from the universe.  How can this information help you?

Focus on: What are you learning about your family?  What are you learning about your feelings?   What are you learning about your home?  How are you learning to pivot on family, feelings and home? 

Special Focus

5/27: Mercury conjunct North Node.  New information can be a guiding star. 

5/28: Mercury enters Cancer.  The brain moves on to family and home matters. 

First Quarter Moon 

May 29, 2020

8:29pm PDT 

First quarter: We do more actions based on the information that we just received. Or we feel our instincts guide us on something.  We pursue again.  We make another call, or we see someone. We mail something.  We stir the pot again.  This can be a time when we realize that the goals, we planted on New need more action from us, perhaps actions that involve breaking away.   Are there people who say they have our best interest in heart but fear us growing away from them?  Maybe we need to get help from others not the usual suspects.  Some independence may need to be exerted. 

Focus on:  What actions are you taking that focus on your daily life?  How are your actions regarding your health?  How are your actions regarding weight, exercise?   How are you tackling the to-do list?   Where do you need to pivot on all these topics? 

Gibbous Moon

June 2, 2020

4:50am PDT

Gibbous:

We refine our information.  We pick and choose, we discriminate, and we organize to be ‘Virgo’ like.  We sort through details.  Have we missed something?  How are we sifting through the information?  Go back and make sure something hasn’t been neglected.  Refine our actions.  

Focus on:  How are you refining you’re your approach to relationships?  How are you refining how you find balance?  How are you refining ‘fairness’?   Where do you need to pivot on your refinement skills?  

Special focus

6/2: Mars square Venus.  Actions out of sync with values will be called out by the heart.  

6/3: Sun conjunct Venus.   Values such as love and money and beauty will be accented.  What new data are we learning on all our values? 

Full Moon Phase

June 5, 2020   

12:12 pm PDT 

15 Sag 34  

Full Moon:  We make the needed adjustments on the things we planted. Usually emotions are up and running and for those people who perhaps did not utilize the new moon and the rest of the waxing moon, this is when emotions can get the better of us.  There can often be a big emotional break, for no other reason than to get back on track.   Some partnership will offer up some balance.  The moon is bright and full and there is no room for shadows, what is reflecting on you?  

Focus on:  

What is going on with your opinions?  What is going on with your judgements? What is going on with your education?   What is going on with your beliefs?  How do you need to pivot on all these topics?  

Go to blog for full moon report. 

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Special focus 

6/ 6: Sun square Mars.  Actions that seem guided from other forces are pronounced. Disconnections are pronounced.  

Disseminating

June 9, 2020  

1:09am PDT  

Disseminating: Share information; find a teacher or someone who has more knowledge. Perhaps there was a big ol’ blow out on the full and one feels in need of support and help, this is the phase to reach out to one who knows more. This is when we find a rabbi or a minister or therapist who gives us more insight.   And of course, you too may be ready to teach and share your own information.  

Focus on:  How are you sharing your friends?  How are you sharing circles?  How are you sharing life minded ideals with others?   Where do you need to pivot on these matters? 

Special focus:

6/11: Sun square Neptune.  Feeling oversaturated by data.  Ennui and mental exhaustion pronounced.  Lack of faith. 

Last Quarter Moon Phase

June 12, 2020

 11:23pm PDT 

Last Quarter moon:  Now we do the final adjustments to the seeds we planted on new. The final call, the final letters to send, we follow all the trails that came up that still make sense.  And we let the other parts lay fallow. It is a time of action but wise action.  It is a time for living “The serenity prayer” 

God, grant me the Serenity
to accept the things
I cannot change Courage to change the
things I can, and the
Wisdom to know the difference.

Focus on:

What actions are you taking that speak to faith?   What actions are you taking that trust your ability to trust?   What actions are you taking that feel unworldly?   How are you taking actions that are nuanced?   Where do you need to pivot?  

Special Focus:

6/13: Mars conjunct Neptune.  Actions that are muted.  Psychological mischief.  Humanity needs could be punctuated, who is showing up?  

Balsamic Moon Phase

June 17, 2020 

1:50am PDT     

Balsamic:   We let go.  By releasing we can prepare for the new.  

Focus on How are you releasing control?  How are you releasing stubbornness?  How are you releasing stick-in-the mudness?   Where do you need to pivot?  

Special Focus:

6/17: Mercury retrograde (see above) 9:58pm 14 Cancer 46 (see above). 

New Moon Eclipse  0 Cancer 04 June 20, 2020  11:41pm PDT