Fire Grand Trine - Alert For The Olympics, The World, and Yourself!

By Rev. David-Uriel Ibarra, N.D., CHt, RMT
Astropsychologist/Astrologer
July 26, 2012

A Grand Trine is a pattern in the chart when three planets form "trine" (120 degree) aspects with each other. A true Grand Trine is when all three planets are in the same element (water, air, earth or fire) in the three separate houses involved. If three lines were drawn to each of the corresponding planets, it would form a nearly or exact equilateral triangle.

In a Fire Grand Trine (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius), which we are in now, the energy is highly action-oriented and is continually trying new things.

In order to make this Fire Grand Trine work for you, you have to work it.  If the person does not take an action-oriented stance, it can result in an overly aggressive and violent personality.  In other words, misguided energy. The energy will be used somehow, someway, regardless!

What's of interest in this configuration, we have both the Sun and Mercury involved in the Grand Trine at the Midheaven where the entire world can see everything that is being done and Mercury, being in retrograde, is influencing the positive nature of this Fire Grand Trine.

When the Fire Grand Trine energy is prompting everyone to be action-oriented, Mercury Retrograde reverses the energy from being outwardly to being inwardly. This type of "communication redirection" lends to much confusion, anger, and frustration. This is not an auspicious setup for anyone, especially at the starting of the Olympics, because this energy is VERY OUTWARD when it should be INWARD (self evaluation). Be prepared for much turmoil, both in the political and personal arenas, to be experienced in all areas of your life. Definitely watch the Olympics for any signs of distress.

This setup is also causing what appears to be a new form of aspect that looks much like a compass, which is used in drawing or inscribing circles or arcs. As a symbol, a compass is often used as a symbol of precision and discernment. The compass is also used in the Freemasons' logo. Secret societies may be in the process of enacting their previously created plans during this time... especially during the Olympics. What better way for any organization, secret or not, to make a statement to the world then at an event that is being watched by the world.

Best advice here is to go within yourself, re-evaluate your beliefs, ideals, etc., and release all preconceived notions of what should be right or wrong. Doing this can place you in a better place to see things for what they truly are and also help in keeping you aware of your environment, i.e., work, home, etc. The quicker we go within ourselves and begin the process of “awakening” the quicker we can help others do the same. Remember, We Are All One in Spirit!

Remain Aware of Your World!

 

Grand Cross - Fixed: Uranus, Pluto, Mars and the Moon

By Rev. David-Uriel Ibarra, N.D., CHt, RMT

Astropsychologist/Astrologer

July 17, 2012

8:33 AM Pacific

In astrology, a Grand Cross is said to occur when four planets are all separated from each other by Square aspects (90 degrees apart). A Grand Cross can also be viewed as two oppositions (180 degrees apart) separated from each other by a square. In a Grand Cross, there is one planet in each astrological element (fire, earth, air and water) but all the planets are in signs of the same modality or quality.

Because all the aspects in a Grand Cross are considered difficult aspects, the Grand Cross is seen as a source of extreme tension whereby various aspects of the personality (represented by the planets) are working at cross purposes that serve to nullify each other. This pulls the native in many directions, ultimately leading to indecisiveness and an inability to produce concrete achievements. It is said to take extraordinary effort to overcome the conflicts in a Grand Cross.

A Grand Cross does offer a solid foundation, a core structure and strength that can be a great resource; however, finding the point of integration and balance to be able to take advantage of this gift can be very challenging and stressful.  The key to overcoming a Grand Cross comes from working with the two oppositions and balancing out the energies to create a solid foundation to work with.  Focusing on what the core issue of the modality (cardinal-identity, fixed-self worth, or mutable-healing and completion) can help you discover the point of balance, what the issue is, and how to resolve the issue. 

In the case of our current Grand Cross, with Uranus, Pluto, Mars, and the Moon being the players, we are experiencing a fixed Grand Cross, which is said to lead most people, especially well organized people, to resist change and dig in their heels if change pushes hard.  When change occurs, the person affected does not know where to direct his or her talents, which can lead to issues of self worth and possibly depression. However, once the energy of a fixed Grand Cross starts to take action it’s like a steamroller and it’s hard to stop or convince the person affected to change course. 

Now add to this very stressful configuration our current Mercury Retrograde and its configuration and you now have the makings of a chaotic wormhole with people feeling that nothing is being accomplished, they’re not being appreciated for their talents and contributions, nothing is going to change, and there is no end in site.  Be patient… the Moon in this fixed Grand Cross is the fastest moving celestial object and will be out of position by early to mid-day July 18, which will breakup the fixed Grand Cross.  Just keep in mind that we all will still be under the influence of Mercury Retrograde until August 8. 

Stay grounded, be patient, and be blessed always.