What is an eclipse?

During a Solar eclipse, the Moon casts a shadow on the Earth. During a Lunar eclipse, the Earth casts a
shadow on the Moon. Solar eclipses occur during New Moons, and Lunar Eclipses occur during Full Moons. A
New Moon Solar Eclipse or a Full Moon Lunar Eclipse depends on how near the moon is to its node. The
moon's node is the path where it crosses the ecliptic (the apparent path of the Sun’s annual motion relative to
the stars, shown as a circle passing through the center of the imaginary sphere /celestial sphere containing
all the celestial bodies) or path of the sun.  It is the point where the path of both the sun and moon intersect.
In order for an eclipse to occur, the moon has to be within approximately 10 degrees of its node.

It takes approximately 18 years for it to occur back into the same zodiac sign. The cycle is carried forward by
approximately 10 degrees and an eclipse at the same degree of the same sign will occur every 651 years.

Eclipses always occur in pairs (Solar-Lunar or Lunar-Solar) and sometimes, there are three eclipses in a row;
Solar-Lunar-Solar or Lunar-Solar-Lunar.  They usually fall within six months from each other. A solar eclipse is
always followed by a lunar eclipse with an interval of two weeks. The greatest number of solar and lunar
eclipses that can occur in a year is seven. The eclipse is more intense and the effects are much longer than a
typical new or full moon.  The results of the eclipse may vary considerably from one eclipse to the next.

In ancient times, they could predict an eclipse but unfortunately they did not know what caused them.  They
viewed them as omens.  When the moon turned the reddish coloration the fear was the moon was being
consumed.    Even though they did not know what caused the eclipses, they did know that an eclipse could
change the course of events on earth and an individual.

Each eclipse is governed by the planet ruling the sign where the eclipse is in.

Aries is governed by Mars
Taurus is governed by Venus
Gemini is governed by Mercury
Cancer is governed by the Moon
Leo is governed by the Sun
Virgo is governed by Mercury
Libra is governed by Venus
Scorpio is governed by Pluto
Sagittarius is governed by Jupiter
Capricorn is governed by Saturn
Aquarius is governed by Uranus
Pisces is governed by Neptune

If there is  another planet within 3 degrees of the Sun or Moon that planet becomes the ruler of the eclipse.
This can happen often as transiting planets conjunct eclipses.

                                                       Eclipse of the Sun

During a Solar Eclipse, the Moon gets between the Sun and the Earth, and casts its shadow on the Earth,
blocking out the Sun for a few minutes. A solar eclipse is always a new moon, and tends to mark new
beginnings.

A Solar eclipse is a very significant  New Moon. Things that are started between the eclipse and the next Full
Moon take on added significance six months down the road.

Depending where in the zodiac the eclipse occurs, stress is always placed on the matters governed by that
sign. A powerful Solar Eclipse can create massive havoc, in accordance with other aspects in the heavens at
the time, as can be clearly seen by the trail of earthquakes and other disasters associated with the Solar
Eclipse. Some believe that men and politics are more affected by the Sun.

                                                       Eclipse of the Moon

During a Lunar Eclipse, the Earth gets between the Sun and the Moon, casting its shadow on the Moon. . A
lunar eclipse is always a full moon and usually marks endings or culmination points. A Lunar eclipse is a very
significant Full Moon. Decisions that we make, things that are let go of and things we finish during this waning
cycle have dramatic importance in our future.

Some believe that women and family are more affected by the lunar cycle. This was traditionally viewed as a
bad omen.

                                               When do we feel the affects

The eclipse energy is often felt within a month on either side of the eclipse day.  The affects generally last for
approximately six months.  There are also specific events astrologically that can trigger more.  When the sun
squares the eclipse degree about 90 days later, you may receive communication information within a few
days on either side of that date. Mars is often a trigger for eclipse that relate to activities. Watch Mars transit
across the eclipse degree or square the eclipse degree, 90 degrees past the eclipse. When the sun opposes
the eclipse six months later, this time may finalize something related to the eclipse or you may have a position
on an new circumstances.

It maybe within one month of the eclipse to expect some type of message or experience for the eclipse.  Even
up to six months is possible for it to complete if the eclipse affects your chart on a personal level.  

Not everyone is dramatically affected by every eclipse.  It can be very minimal and that it has affect on those
close to us. We should look at it as the universe is giving us all new fresh starts in life.  It is also giving us some
challenges because of things that need to change in our lives. Some times we may feel caught off guard by
the affects of the eclipse.  It is best to pay attention to the messages that occur during the eclipse.  

                                       How does it affect us on our charts

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Find the sign that the eclipse will be in on your chart.  Then look at the house that the eclipse will be in. This
will be the areas of your life that will be influenced by the eclipse.  
Read more about houses.

               Some additional things to look at in the chart and know about:

If the sun and moon in the same area of your astrological chart will suggest that the energy will be amplified
and directed to matters governed by that house in your birth chart.

The angels that the eclipse is in on the natal chart.  Eclipses falling on one of the angles will automatically
affect its opposite angle by reflection. The effects of an eclipse relate to whatever the house governs.

Ascendant / Rising Sign -  affecting the Ascendant is said to be indicators of bad health for the native.

Descendant -  affecting the Descendant is said to be indicators of bad times ahead for partnerships.

MC / Midheaven - Eclipses affecting the MC are said to be indicators of disastrous effects regarding the
honor, position and credit of the native.

IC / Imum Coeli (directly opposite the Midheaven) -  affecting the IC is said to be indicators of upheaval within
the family and home.

The solar eclipse can have a big effect on our personal lives when it occurs in conjunction with one of our
natal planets, especially our natal Sun, Moon, or Ruling Planet. Some other chart factors, such as Moon's
Nodes, Ascendant, Mid-heaven, or Part of Fortune can also have a very significant affect.

Where the eclipse falls in the chart is significant, as the energies expressed by its house placement will show
the areas of life that are affected by the new beginning that is implied.  The Sun and Lunar Eclipse will affect
the following houses during this time period:

1st House - 7th House

The focus will be on relationships.

The first house is our sense of self, who we are as individuals.  It is a period of personal development and
growth. You maybe working on self-esteem, self gratifications, confidence and self doubt issues.  This eclipse
assists us in realizing that our personal potentials can start developing and we need to express them more.  
Make sure to work on these issues and not deny them or think that we may not have some of them.  If in
doubt just boost these types of things in your life ~ confidence, self worth and self love.
Read more about the first house.

The seventh house is how we relate to others on a personal and professional level.  When we start changing
our relationships with others will change.  This maybe a period of personal development and change.  The
change can be on an outward or outside of our own selves.  Remember it is not about the other person but
our own self.   It is a time to build your self esteem so that you can surround yourself with those that boost
you up with their true selves and not weigh you down.  This eclipse can strengthen relationships that are
more solid and healthy.  But also it will remove relationships that are unhealthy or not positive. Remember
that we must have balance in order for growth to happen, especially on an emotional level.   
Read more about the seventh house.


2nd House - 8th House

The focus will be on your resources.

The second house is of our own personal resources.  Its our possessions, skills, talents and our finances. It is
a period  were it will make us more aware of our attachments.  The things that we believe that we can not do
without.  It will have us reevaluate and discover our relationships with money. It may show you that
sometimes our ego can drive us for material possessions.  During this time we might find some hardships with
finances. It teaches us that our security can not just be with finances but within our own self.  
Read more about the second house.

The eighth house is of other peoples resources.  It is joint ventures, finances, taxes and inheritances.  It will
have us be aware of our responsibilities to others.  Both on a physical and emotional level.  It will bring your
focus on what is truly yours and what belongs to someone else, like your partners.
Read more about the eighth house.

3rd House - 9th House

The focus will be on your relationship to the world.

The third house is our own personal domain. It is the places and things in our lives that we are familiar with.  
It relates to our communications and personal spiritual practices.  It is a period that usually forces us to
reevaluate all things in our lives and mostly things we take for granted.  It has us become more aware of how
we communicate with others and even ourselves. Areas of learning and teaching will bring in self satisfaction.  
Your awareness of your own personal environment will be enhanced.
Read more about the third house.

The ninth house deals with unfamiliar environments and things.  Its about foreign countries, new ides, beliefs,
philosophies and organized religion.  It has us consider the bigger picture of our life.  It assists us in
developing our abstract or intangible thoughts.  Our own ideas will be challenged on our ethics, morals,
religious practices, spiritual views and practices and our sense of structure in our life.  It will enhance more
learning, learning different cultures, travel, our wisdom and truth.
Read more about the ninth house.

4th House - 10th House

The focus will be on balancing your personal and social life.

The fourth house deals with our own personal life.  Its our home, family, emotions and spiritual connections.  
This period can deal with family crisis.  The eclipse will influence you to have the domestic life that you want
and to feel secure with it.  Changes can happen in the home that may deal with types of improvements and
moves.  It can assist in family relationships.  Issues relating to your lifestyle, your family dynamics and your
parents are featured.  Changes and adjustments will be needed during this time to satisfy emotional needs.
Read more about the fourth house.

The tenth house career and social life.  It will deal with balancing out the demands of your career and public
life vs. your personal and family life. There can be career advancements and also your social reputations will
improve.  
Read more about the tenth house.

5th House - 11th House

The focus will be on your own issues with individual expression and group participations.

The fifth house deals with the things that make each of feel unique, special and worthy.  It is our creative
expression, deals with our children, gambling and love affairs.  This period can bring up some creative urges.  
It can also bring in changes in our relationships with our children or our romantic partners.  It encourages
your to find what makes you find happiness.  Your self esteem will be an issue that may need some work done
on.  It is a time to learn to balance receiving and giving in life.
Read more about the fifth house.  

The eleventh house deals with friendships.  It also deals with our participation in groups and our shared
creativity.  During this time can indicate changes in our relationships with others and mostly with friends. It
will have you looking at your own self worth.   You maybe challenged in selfless humanitarian deeds.
Read more about the eleventh house.

6th House - 12th House

The focus will be on your health on a physical, emotional and spiritual level.

The sixth house deals with all the things we do on a daily basis that deals with our physical body.  This
includes; food, exercise, jobs etc.  During this time it is important to take care and keep an eye out on your
health. It will also deal with finding healthy ways of dealing with things in your life as work and personal.
Read more about the sixth house.

The twelfth house deals with the things we deal with everyday on a spiritual / soul level.  This means our
beliefs, unconscious mind and things hidden.  During this time will have us spending more time alone in our
own personal spiritual practices. You may experience psychological fears and repressed desires and issues.  
These can manifest into feelings of  not trusting and deceptive tendencies.  Your dark, secret or unknown side
may make itself known during this time.  Make sure to find ways of letting go and healing.
Read more about the twelfth house.


                                                       How it affects us

The eclipses does affect the area of our lives indefinitely.  One of the effects will be change in your life in some
way. This is usually a thing that needs to be in order for new growth and situations to happen. The so called
“old security blanket” that you will not let go of until the “sure thing” happens will be removed. Change is not
a bad thing it really is a good thing. Sometimes we need to let go of the old to let new come in and at times we
do not realize things block us from allowing these new things to happen. Eclipses will help you in letting go by
showing you these blocks.

Not all is doom and gloom during eclipses.  They can bring very positive benefits.  The eclipse can bring your
attention to areas in your life that have been neglected.  This can assist you so that necessary action can be
taken to correct that area. Eclipses usually bring on some type of change in our lives.  Most of us hold on to or
stay in situations long than we should.  Which this can make us more miserable for longer than it should be. It
is important for us to understand that we must change in order to grow.

In order for any new beginning to happen we must let go of something that is not positive or not for the
highest good of all in concern ~ even if we can not see it yet.  It can be a relationship, person, emotion, belief
or a thing.  

It can bring in opportunities for some major transformations in our lives.  An eclipse may force you into
moving more faster forward than you would have moved or wanted.  Eclipses forces us to take action in our
life in some area that we are not letting go of.  The changes can and will be beyond our control.  The key is to
let go to allow ourselves to move forward.

                                                       The Solar Eclipse affects

The main focus of this eclipse is ourselves.  This is a time for new beginnings.  With all new begins there will
some changes.  You may have also some unexpected news during this time.  What happens with this type of
eclipse will be seen by you and others in your life.  

It can bring in challenges that must be overcome before some thing new happens. The eclipse will bring your
attention to areas in your life for you to change.  It may also inspire you, motivate or even pressure you
depending on what is going on in your life.

                                                       The Lunar Eclipse affects

The main focus usually is relationships.  It is the catalyst for dramatic changes to occur on things that are
going on in your life.  

The Lunar Eclipse forces us to let go.  It is the push and shove of the universe.  The eclipse brings in a closure
to some area of our lives that it is governing over.  If were in a relationship (all types personal and business)
that has difficulties or not for your highest good, the eclipse can bring things into the open or either removes
you from that situation. But for the most it can be shocking because you held on too long.

Our emotions are heightened during a Full Moon but more so during the eclipse of the moon.  We are asked to
let go of our emotions and heal.  

Letting go of what we been holding onto can be difficult for most.  It takes us out of our so called comfort
zone that we have kept ourselves in for so long and develop us into the being that we set out to be.

Remember what ever the eclipse shows you, its message, what comes up from it, that it is very important for
you.  You are evolving into the individual you were destined to become.  Also keep in mind that not all eclipses
are bad, good can come them.  Especially those that have let go and living there lives positively forward.


                               Summary of basic information of Eclipses:

  • Eclipses can shake up some area of your life.
  • It can bring in news of some big event that is or will happen. Example: a birth, marriage, promotion,
    career change, travel, business deals, sale or purchase of a home, move, death of a person or pet,
    surgery, health issues, education, divorce, just to name a few things.
  • Very important meetings, severances or changes in the person career.  
  • No matter how terrible things may look or be, its for us to is assisting us to move forward when we can
    not.
  • An eclipse can bring events in our lives that seem like fate.
  • It still affects you even if its not in your sign.
  • Eclipses will always bring unexpected changes to what ever part of your chart that it is in.
  • If an eclipse falls on your birthday, the year that follows certainly will be quite eventful. You may
    experience a big change in lifestyle or in one specific part of your chart.
  • They will shine the light on to the part of life that it touches.  It will bring to light what part of your life
    that you are unaware of exists.
  • They can be a major catalysts for major life decisions.  
  • You may see the true character of the person near to you.
  • The news will be filled with more information.
  • Life event changes happening to people around you.
  • They can assist you in doing things that you never thought you could or accomplish.
  • The solar eclipse is always a new moon and tends to bring in new beginnings.  It brings rational,
    unemotional projects, plans and relationships into being.
  • The lunar eclipse is always on a full moon and usually brings in endings or culmination points. It brings on
    events that are emotional and subjective.
  • It is best not to make any rash decisions during this time.  
  • If you are trying to hold on to a destructive or negative thing in your life, change is definitely
    forthcoming.  
  • During a Lunar Eclipse, it is an excellent time to give up an old habit, for example, smoking.
  • After an eclipse happens you will find one area of your life is highlighted in a new way.
  • Where the eclipse lands on your horoscope house will give you an idea how it will affect your life.
  • It will bring in rapid speed to areas in your life.
  • Every nineteen years it will be in your sign again and repeat some of the same things, hence the place it
    lands in your sign.
  • It brings in all kinds of news to you.
  • An eclipse will change a situation.
  • Lunar eclipses can involve memories, dreams and hopes, as these are aspects of the moon.
  • It will bring in usually one big life event: a marriage, birth, new home, the start of college or graduation, a
    new job, promotion or start of a new venture. As these are things will have a lasting impression on you.
  • Some may feel the affects a couple weeks before the event.
  • Usually most will start feeling  the affects three weeks after.
  • Guard your health if you are having an eclipse on your birthday, near your birthday, or on your rising sign
    degrees because you will be a bit more run down than usual.                           
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