People are talking about the upcoming solar eclipse on August 21 which will be visible in the United States as it sweeps across the country between Oregon, Idaho, Wyoming, Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri, Tennessee and South Carolina. Thousands are reserving rooms and buying viewing glasses and souvenir items: t-shirts, mugs, posters, etc. in anticipation of the event.
But apart from the carnival-like atmosphere, the “Be there or be square” vibe, how will the eclipse affect your life? We know what the physical eclipse means for people but what does the eclipse mean for you personally?
In astrology an eclipse operates like a spotlight that shines a light on a specific area of life, one that will be of special importance for you until the next eclipse of the same kind. The Solar Eclipse- the eclipse of the Sun- on August 21, 2017 occurs at 28 degrees 53 minutes in the constellation of Leo. People born on or near August 21, November 21, February 21 or May 21 of any year will be strongly impacted by the eclipse as it contacts your natal Sun. Expect changes in your status, health and relationship with important men in your life, and plan on a new life direction.
The effects of the eclipse will be apparent between August 21, 2017 and February 15, 2018, when the next eclipse changes your focus.
If as you drive down the highway you turn onto highway 405, your direction changes and this determines where you’ll go and what you’ll see next. A Solar Eclipse changes the direction of your life in the same way. You head in a new direction and focus on different scenery. Using solar charts, here is the new focus of attention for each of the twelve signs.
ARIES: Your thoughts turn to love, children, sports and self expression. Fun is a major focus and you’ll make a definite effort to improve your game in these areas.
TAURUS: Your attention turns to home and family. A move, buying a new house, making home improvements or spending special time with family members is promised.
GEMINI: Learning is on the menu. You’ll sign up for classes, begin a teaching regimen,
buy a new car and have a new focus on neighbors or siblings.
CANCER: Money is on your mind. How to make it, spend it, take care of it. You’ll spend time planning ways to improve your income, possibly finding a new source of income.
LEO: The spotlight is on you, so make sure you’re ready to be seen. Pay attention to how you look, dress and present yourself. Fix anything about your body or personality that needs fixing.
VIRGO: The urge to withdraw and contemplate is strong and it’s important to spend time on your own, thinking about your life and possibly healing from an injury. Circumstances encourage inward time, and helping those less fortunate is highlighted.
LIBRA: Friends, groups and goal setting are important now. How well do you fit into groups, who are your new friends and what you would like for the future? These things engage your mind. Set goals!
SCORPIO: You become a public figure in a way that’s unusual for private Scorpio. How do you present yourself, what is your reputation, how will you function as a leader? You are considering these issues nowadays.
SAGITTARIUS: Higher education, foreign travel, publishing and increased communication with others is highlighted. Legal matters come to the forefront. You may go back to school!
CAPRICORN: Hidden matters, death, support from others, investments and recuperation from a setback are important. Estate planning and helping others round out the mix.
AQUARIUS: Partnership, marriage and how you connect with others is most important now. Dealing with the public is highlighted during this time, and your social and diplomatic skills are on display. Brush up!
PISCES: Health matters and the work you do occupies your time. Your work skills are important, and a brand new skillset comes into being. Employees make a strong impact on your life, as do pets. A new dietary or health regimen is important.
