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Today’s Astrology and What It Means for You (September 2, 2024)
- Laura Chapman
- Sep 2, 2024
- 7 min read
Today’s Astrology and What It Means for You (September 2, 2024)
Today’s astrology brings a mix of energies. The Sun and Moon in Virgo help you focus on getting organized and taking care of practical things. The Waning Crescent Moon in Virgo is a good time for reflecting, resting, and letting go of things that aren’t helpful anymore.
Mercury in Leo boosts bold communication and creative ideas, while Venus in Libra supports balance and harmony in relationships. Mars and Jupiter in Gemini add a restless energy, pushing you to try new things and learn more.
With Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto all in retrograde, it’s a time to reflect on the past and focus on inner growth. Neptune and Pluto especially highlight spiritual growth and personal strength. The North Node and Chiron in Aries encourage healing old wounds and bravely moving forward.
These energies are influencing different parts of your life in unique ways. Now, let’s explore how today’s astrological positions are specifically playing out in each house of your chart and what that means for you:
How These Energies Affect You: A House-by-House Guide
Each planet and sign influences a different “room” in your life, bringing unique energies to different aspects like career, relationships, and personal growth. Read on to see how today’s astrological energies are affecting each of these areas:
1st House (Sagittarius, 24°) - Self and Identity
With Pluto in your 1st house, you’re experiencing deep changes in how you see yourself. Sagittarius adds a need for growth and adventure, encouraging you to explore new things and learn more about who you are. There’s supportive energy from Chiron, which helps you heal old wounds by being true to yourself. However, Mars brings some tension, suggesting that while you’re figuring out who you are, you also need to consider how this affects your relationships. To use this energy well, focus on personal growth, be open to change, and find ways to express yourself without creating conflicts with others.
2nd House (Aquarius, 1°) - Finances and Values
The 2nd house is about money, possessions, and what’s important to you. With Aquarius here, you have a chance to try new and creative ways to bring in more money and abundance. Aquarius energy can spark fresh ideas and encourage you to think differently about how you earn and manage your money. Even without any planets in this house, you can use this energy to explore unique options, like investing in new technology or causes you care about. By being open to new ideas and stepping away from old habits, you can find new opportunities to increase your flow of abundance.
3rd House (Pisces, 12°) - Communication and Learning
The 3rd house is about how you talk, think, and learn. With Pisces here, there’s a dreamy, creative energy that helps you express your true self. Saturn, Neptune, and the North Node bring a mix of serious thinking and deep, spiritual lessons. You might feel the need to speak your truth and be honest about your feelings, but old wounds and subconscious triggers can make this hard. Sometimes, you might worry about not being understood or fear sharing too much. To use this energy, try to speak from the heart, stay gentle with yourself, and be open to finding new ways to communicate that feel safe and true to you.
4th House (Aries, 17°) - Home and Family
Chiron in the 4th house is about healing old family wounds and unresolved issues at home. Aries adds a bold, brave energy, encouraging you to face these challenges directly and take action to heal them. When you work on healing and improving your family life, it can help you grow personally, making you stronger and more confident. This inner growth can positively impact your career or public life by helping you feel more secure and grounded. When you feel good and stable at home, it often makes you more effective and confident in your work and public roles. To use this energy, be courageous in addressing family issues, seek healing, and use these experiences to build a solid foundation at home that supports your success in the outside world.
5th House (Taurus, 13°) - Creativity and Self-Expression
With Uranus in the 5th house, there’s a strong push to be more creative and try new things. While Taurus gives a stable and grounded feeling, it can also make you want to stay in your comfort zone and stick to what’s familiar. But Uranus is encouraging you to break out of that box and explore new, unconventional ways to express yourself. Venus is supporting this push from Uranus, helping you find joy and excitement in trying new things. To use this energy, let yourself explore new hobbies or creative projects that are different from what you usually do. This is a great time to step out of your comfort zone and enjoy expressing your unique self.
6th House (Gemini, 4°) - Daily Routines and Health
Jupiter in the 6th house gives a boost to your daily life and health. In Gemini, this means being more flexible and open to change in your everyday routine. You might want to try new things or learn something new to keep your mind active. This can also help improve your work and career. To use this energy, try mixing up your daily habits—like reading a new book or learning a new skill—and be open to trying new ways to stay healthy.
7th House (Gemini, 24°) - Partnerships and Relationships
Mars in the 7th house brings a lot of fast, active energy to your relationships. In Gemini, this energy makes you want to talk, explore different perspectives, and stay flexible in how you interact with others. You might feel a strong urge to communicate and understand different sides, but this can also lead to feeling scattered or restless. Mars adds intensity, which can bring up issues that have been ignored or cause frustrations if conversations become too heated. The positive side is that this energy helps bring things to light so you can address what’s been swept under the rug. To make the most of this, stay open to different viewpoints, communicate clearly, and use this time to tackle any unresolved issues head-on.
8th House (Leo, 1°) - Transformation and Shared Resources
The Sun, Moon, and Mercury in the 8th house bring a strong focus on making big changes, dealing with deep emotions, and managing shared money or resources. Leo adds a bold and confident energy, encouraging you to take charge and express yourself fully in these areas. With the Sun and Moon together, you have a clear understanding of your feelings and a strong alignment between your heart and mind, which helps you face emotional or financial issues with courage and clarity. Mercury’s presence supports honest and open communication, helping you talk about deep feelings or money matters without fear.
All these energies work together to push you toward transformation. To use this energy effectively, embrace the opportunity for deep personal growth, be open to discussing difficult topics with honesty, and take bold steps to make the changes you desire in your relationships and shared resources.
9th House (Virgo, 12°) - Beliefs and Higher Learning
Venus in the 9th house brings a love for learning, exploring new ideas, and traveling. Virgo’s energy makes you practical and detail-oriented, encouraging you to study carefully and think deeply about what you learn. This energy connects with your spiritual beliefs and life lessons, pushing you to align what you value with deeper truths or spiritual insights. However, because of Neptune’s influence, there’s a risk of getting caught up in unrealistic or overly idealized ideas. To use this energy well, focus on learning and experiences that match your values, but stay grounded and make sure your beliefs are based on what’s real and practical to avoid confusion or disappointment. But at the end of the day, everything happens for a reason, and you will always find yourself on the correct path no matter what choices you make, so just be true to yourself.
10th House (Libra, 17°) - Career and Public Life
There are no planets in the 10th house, but Libra’s energy encourages you to find balance and fairness in your career and your public image—how you are seen by others in your professional and social roles. A positive connection with Jupiter helps you grow in your career by taking on new tasks and responsibilities. To use this energy, focus on balancing your work life, building good relationships, and seeking growth opportunities that align with your values.
11th House (Scorpio, 13°) - Friendships and Community
There are no planets in the 11th house, but Scorpio’s energy makes your friendships and connections feel deep and intense. This is a time to build strong, meaningful relationships. To do this, focus on being honest and open with your friends and seek out people who share your interests. Build stronger bonds by showing your true self, being there for others, and supporting each other through ups and downs. Be open to new experiences that can help deepen your connections.
12th House (Sagittarius, 4°) - Subconscious and Hidden Matters
With Sagittarius in the 12th house, there’s a positive, open energy for exploring the hidden parts of yourself. This is a great time to dive deeper into your spiritual beliefs and understand what drives you on a deeper level. However, Neptune’s influence can create confusion or make it hard to see yourself clearly, causing a kind of brain fog. To move past this, it’s important to sit with yourself, reflect, and get clear on your inner feelings. Your soul’s truth will guide the way to help you find the clarity you need. Use spiritual practices, meditation, or quiet reflection to cut through any confusion and connect with your true self.
Tips for Making the Most of Today’s Astrological Energies
• Reflect and Release: Use the Waning Crescent Moon to let go of what no longer serves you—whether it’s a habit, thought pattern, or emotional block.
• Communicate Boldly: With Mercury in Leo, don’t be afraid to express yourself and share your ideas with confidence.
• Embrace Change: The retrogrades are pushing for internal reflection and growth. Don’t shy away from looking back to learn and grow from past experiences.
• Stay Grounded in Your Values: With Venus in Virgo, focus on what truly matters to you, but remain realistic and avoid getting caught up in fantasies or unrealistic expectations.
• Build Strong Connections: Use the energies in the 7th and 11th houses to foster deeper, more meaningful relationships. Be honest and open with your friends and partners, and be ready to grow together.
How are you feeling these astrological energies in your life today? Share your thoughts with the Northern Light Lotus social media community through this link. https://linktr.ee/northernlightlotus Let’s connect!
With Love and Light,
Laura
Northern Light Lotus
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