Greetings!
Welcome to the May It's All Good Astrology News. As always, thanks so much for the privilege of sending it to you!
This month's feature article discusses Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), a free, simple and powerful tapping technique that can be remarkably effective at clearing stubborn emotional, physical and psychological symptoms. I'm using it with more and more clients, and thought you might also appreciate its numerous benefits!
I'd also like to briefly remind you about the three new opportunities I announced in the April newsletter:
This newsletter also covers our 20% May birthday discount, my upcoming astrology lecture in Raleigh, NC, and my June Transits & Progressions class. And, of course, the May forecast!
Thanks again for choosing to receive the It's All Good Astrology News, . Enjoy the issue!
-- Benjamin
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Benjamin to Speak on Solar Return/Transits/Progressions Connection in Raleigh May 21
Benjamin will lecture on "Integrating Solar Return Themes with Progressions & Transits" on Thurs., May 21 at 7 pm for the Network of Triangle Astrologers (NCGR) in Raleigh, NC.
The Solar Return chart shows the moment, on or near each birthday, when the transiting Sun returns to its exact natal position. This chart shows important energy trends for the next 12 months, as well as optimal life areas to focus on during that time.
Using example charts, Benjamin's lively and informative PowerPoint presentation will show how to uncover and communicate the most critical life themes: the ones being emphasized by both the Solar Return Chart and current transits and progressions.For more information, click here. |
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Celestial Forecast for May 2009
by Benjamin Bernstein
Whatever your sun sign, this forecast will help you choose how to best use each month's astrological energies! Events are most powerful on the dates listed. However, their influence will be active for at least several days before and after. All dates and times are in the U.S. eastern time zone.
While everyone is affected by these global transits, you will be most powerfully impacted when moving planets activate natal planets and other sensitive points in your birth chart.
VOID-OF-COURSE MOONS. It's best to avoid starting important new projects or making major purchases during these times. "Business as usual" is the best strategy for these periods, which occur when the Moon has made its last major Ptolemaic aspect but has not yet moved into the next sign. Learn more about working with void-of-course Moons here.
5/2, 6:09p - 5/3, 12:37a (Virgo)
5/4, 9:31p - 5/5, 5:52a (Libra)
5/7, 6:01a - 12:48p (Scorpio)
5/9, 2:49p - 9:50p (Sagittarius)
5/12, 1:56a - 9:10a (Capricorn)
5/14, 8:59p - 10:02p (Aquarius)
5/17, 6:40a - 10:18a (Pisces)
5/19, 5:44p - 7:31p (Aries)
5/21, 6:36p - 5/22, 12:41a (Taurus)
5/23, 8:49p - 5/24, 2:34a (Gemini)
5/25, 9:18p - 5/26, 2:58a (Cancer)
5/27, 11:06p - 5/28, 3:45a (Leo)
5/30, 4:19a -
6:18a (Virgo)
THE STORY SO FAR:
Neptune, Chiron and Jupiter form a powerful triple conjunction in late Aquarius
now through January, with Uranus in late Pisces an honorary member of the trio
because of its mutual reception to Neptune and Jupiter. This stunning fusion of
energies creates the opportunity for God's light to pour through with
extraordinary power. As it does, it can bring profound healing to the personal
and societal wounds afflicting humanity. Unfortunately, this energy's intensity
is also driving some who are full of darkness to snap and do crazy, violent
things. (Noticed the unusually high numbers of mass murders lately?) We can each
help these poor souls (and help minimize further mayhem) by inviting in this
light, allowing ourselves to be transformed and uplifted by it, and sending it
back out to the world on the wings of our healing prayers.
I discussed this in my 2009 full-year forecast. To go directly to the part of the article about the triple conjunction, click here.
5/2.
Today's Venus-Pluto square peers deep into our most important
relationships, bringing up from the depths those parts most in need of healing.
Creativity can be supercharged -- even urgent -- under this aspect.
5/5.
The trine between the Taurean Sun and Saturn is a good energy for taking
care of business and getting a solid handle on your responsibilities. It's also
a good time to get any new undertakings started before Mercury goes retrograde
on the 8th!
5/8.
MERCURY GOES RETROGRADE
today at 1 AM (at 2° Gemini) through 5/30 at 9:21 PM (at 23° Taurus). Try to
avoid starting important new projects during this time, and be aware that
travel, communication and technology may experience glitches. However, it's a
great time for reflection and planning, especially in the areas of learning,
communication, money, resources and self-esteem.
5/9.
May's
FULL MOON
brightens the sky at 12:01 AM at 19° Scorpio, a good time to reflect on how
"full-filled" you are with your shared resources, investments, occult practices,
psychological health and committed romantic relationship. With Arean Mars making
a creative biquintile to the Moon, the way is clear for you to receive creative
solutions to any issues and take action on them. This Full Moon's Sabian
Symbol is, "A parrot repeats the conversation he has overheard." This
could be interpreted as the capacity to channel divine information, so relax and
receive!
5/11.
Long-burning energy is a hallmark of Mars-Saturn aspects, including
today's quincunx. You may also feel inspired to make adjustments in your
everyday routines or how you're doing business. Minor tweaks are fine, but
remember that, however inspired you may be, major new projects are best delayed
until Mercury goes direct on the 30th.
5/13.
Mercury moves into Taurus today
through 6/13, helping you focus your mind on money, resources, self-esteem and
being rather than doing.
5/16.
Abundant energy is available today, as the Sun makes three major aspects
within 13 hours: a sextile to Uranus and squares to Jupiter and Chiron. Plan
some extra activities so that you'll have something to do with all the extra
energy you'll be receiving, while still allowing some quiet time to receive
intuitive flashes.
Saturn also goes direct today,
opening the door for new business ventures and accomplishments. (But do wait
until after the 30th when Mercury goes direct....)
Click here for the rest of the May forecast.
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In Closing
Thanks for taking the time to read this, . Your comments are always welcome. May the stars light your way!
Be well,
Benjamin Bernstein & Spiritsong
Holistic Astrologers
It's All Good Astrology
"Hope found here"
828-658-9073 / 800-461-3569 (Benjamin) or 828-777-6688 (Spiritsong)
www.ItsAllGoodAstrology.com
benjamin@ItsAllGoodAstrology.com; mary@SpiritsongOasis.com
Benjamin hosts This Week in Astrology, now in its second year as the #1 astrology podcast on iTunes! Discover how you can make the best use of the current planetary energies while deepening your knowledge of astrology!
"Your reading put me back in the game. You offered
meaning and hope and practical reasons and steps to take...What a relief you
are!"
- Laura Frisbie, Asheville, NC
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May Birthday Discounts!
We offer a 20% discount to anyone booking a consultation during their birthday month!* So if your birthday falls in May, it's a great time to schedule a consultation, get a preview of your major opportunities and challenges during the coming 12 months (and beyond), and save some money!
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* Cannot be combined with other price reduction or sliding scale offers
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EFT: Good for What Ails You?
by Benjamin Bernstein 
I'm always on the lookout for tools and techniques that will
help my astrology clients work through the issues that come up in our
consultations. This month, I'd like to share one that I'm especially excited
about: EFT.
Quick and Broad-Ranging
EFT -- or Emotional Freedom Techniques -- has been
increasing in popularity since the mid-90s, when it was introduced by Gary
Craig. It has repeatedly shown the ability to rapidly relieve serious
emotional, psychological and physical problems, even if they've been hanging
around for years. Spiritsong and I have both used it to reduce or eliminate
various physical and emotional symptoms, often in less time than it will take
you to read this article!
Of course, you can take classes to learn EFT (I took an excellent and inexpensive six-week course which Gary Schwartz frequently offers here in Asheville).
But you can also learn everything you need to enjoy EFT's numerous benefits for
free, and with no obligation. (More on that shortly.)
Clearing the Energy Blockages
The basic idea behind EFT is that most of our problems are
caused by energy blockages. Once an energy blockage is cleared, the symptoms
associated with it disappear.
To do this, an EFT practitioner (which can be you just doing
it for yourself) uses the same energy meridians as acupuncture or acupressure.
You begin with a "setup," which lets your body know which problem you
wish to address. Then you rapidly tap through a series of points that
stimulates each of the acupuncture meridians in turn. Now that I've learned the
procedure (which didn't take long), I can do an entire tapping sequence in
about 75 seconds.
"Try it on everything!"
While there is no guarantee that EFT will work on a
particular issue, practitioners are encouraged to "try it on
everything!" Some problems will disappear after one or two rounds, others
may require significantly more time and persistence, and some may not respond
to EFT at all. But, since the technique is free, quick and easy to do, I find
that it's often worth a shot!
Free EFT Manual
The main EFT site, www.emofree.com,
offers a detailed EFT manual that you can download as a free PDF. You can
either click the "Get Started Free" link in the left column of the
home page (it's the fifth link down), or click here to go
directly to the download page.
I have found EFT to be so useful that it has joined the Divine Saturation Snap Meditation and the Divine Dictation Exercise in my bag of "frequently recommended techniques for
clients." If you decide to give it a try, please feel free to send me an e-mail and let me
know how it worked for you!
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Free Astrology Classes!
 That's right -- the new Virtual Astrology Conference site lets you download a growing selection of classes presented by some of the country's best astrology teachers. And these initial offerings are all completely free, with no strings attached. Click here to check it out!
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Next Online Transits & Progressions Class Starts June 22
You'll learn
how to give empowering explanations of the most important moving energies used by professional
astrologers: transits and secondary progressions. Concepts will be primarily
taught by examining students' current transits and progressions. You get 12 hours of live,
lively, interactive online
instruction for just $150 --
satisfaction guaranteed or your money back!
PREREQUISITES: Students must already have a basic
understanding of natal planets, signs, houses and aspects. (Students who have
completed Benjamin's Beginning Astrology Class are welcome.)
SPECIAL OFFER: Try
the first class free -- no strings attached -- and then decide if you want to
continue!
Click here for more information, or call 828-658-9073 / 800-461-3569 toll-free, or e-mail info@ItsAllGoodAstrology.com.
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