In astrology, asteroid Talent is literally the asteroid of talent. There are tens of thousands of asteroids out there, and this is a positive one. In your natal chart, asteroid Talent can show your literal talents in life; in transit, asteroid Talent can spotlight certain talents and abilities, and impact how we use them. You can find the location of your natal asteroid Talent for free using astro.com; in Extended Chart Selection, click on 'Additional objects', and add the number '33154' to the 'Manual entry' box, and generate your chart. For now, asteroid Talent is moving to Sagittarius, where it'll be for a good chunk of 2024 thanks to a retrograde period. What does this do for us? Asteroid Talent in Sagittarius 2024 Dates:
Asteroid Talent in Sagittarius 2024 General Impact:
Asteroid Talent in Sagittarius puts Talent in the sign ruling expansion and beliefs. Talents that are for things like exploring and travel, teaching and writing, learning and mentoring can be in the spotlight, and we can give more attention to higher education and travel.
Those who are talented when it comes to showcasing their beliefs can also get a boost with asteroid Talent in Sagittarius, and this can also be a good period for those who are talented marketers and promoters. Sagittarius rules adventure, so talented adventurers also get more attention, and there can be helpful energy for exploration and being bold. When Talent is retrograde, this means it appears to move backward, and it can get thrown off. Talent retrograde in Sagittarius can mean the downfall of some of those marketers, promoters, and those pushing their beliefs, and there can be issues with travel and learning. A teacher or learning stitution, writer or publisher, publicist or adventurer could be under fire. When Talent comes back to Sagittarius, we can work on resolving anything that came to pass and try to make the most of the talents we have. We can be more light-hearted with them, and don't want to be too serious about any of our talents. Though we may be quite boastful about them! Asteroid Talent in Sagittarius 2024 Important Aspects:
The start of Talent retrograde in April is square (challenging aspect) both Mars in Pisces (exact April 8th, just a few days later) and Saturn in Pisces. I'm a little concerned about travel at the start of this retrograde, someone making an error that is costly. Sagittarius rules flight specifically, so maybe avoid planes at the start of April (Plus Mercury retrograde starts April 1st in fellow fire sign Aries, ruler of accidents, soooo yeah). Outside of that, this is very aggressive energy and we need to make sure we're not lashing out irrationally. We should try to channel energy productively, and make sure we're going things the right way and for the right reasons.
After the retrograde is over and Talent is back in Sagittarius, it'll square Saturn in Pisces exactly on October 4th (at 14 degrees), and this can make us feel more restricted with our talents. We may not be able to use them how we want to, and need to be smart and patient. Talent will oppose Jupiter in Gemini on October 24th (at 21 degrees), and this can expand on any issues that we're having, but can make it easier for us to try to get back on track. Talent also squares Neptune in Pisces on November 9th (at 27 degrees), and we may struggle with having clear focus with how to utilize our talents or what they are, and may need to get some space from them. Suggested Reading: Transit Asteroid Abundantia Aspects All Planets in Direct Motion in astrology occurs when all ten of the major planets are in direct motion. A planet or body is called retrograde in astrology when it appears to be moving backward through the Zodiac. When it's no longer appearing to move backwards and appears to move forward again, this is called turning direct. Direct motion is forward motion. The normal motion for most bodies in astrology is forward, so when they appear to be retrograde, this can throw the energy of that planet of body off. The ten major planets are the Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto. The Sun and Moon are the only planets that don't retrograde; Mercury retrogrades several times each year for a few weeks at a time, while Venus retrogrades for about 1/2 months every 1 1/2 years, and Mars retrograde about every 2 years for about 2 month. Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto retrograde for months at a time every year. While I do consider Ceres along with the regular planets, and Chiron is often depicted with them, neither are technically considered when determining if all planets are direct or not. P.S. Make sure you're signed up for the free monthly worksheet to know which planets are retrograde and when they start and end every month! Impact of All Planets in Direct Motion
All Planets in Direct Motion (or APDM for short) usually occurs at least once per year. How long it lasts can vary, as little as a few days to as much as a few months.
Since the normal motion for the planets is forward, retrograde motion throws this off. What does that mean when they're all in forward motion then? It means we're in a period where we're moving ahead at a steady pace, gaining momentum, and ready to make quick progress. It's full-steam ahead! This can be difficult to really maximize when it only lasts for a few days, but when APDM lasts for a few weeks or months, that can be a hyper productive period for progress and success. We can be clear about what we want to achieve, what we're working on now, what our plans are, and what the next steps are. Retrograde planets, particularly Mercury, Venus, and Mars, like to throw a monkey wrench in our plans and keep us from making progress. During APDM, it's the exact opposite, and all planets are working in our favor. Is All Planets in Direct Motion Ever Bad?
On a personal level, if you're experiencing hard aspects (particularly by Saturn, Uranus, or Pluto), then it might not be such a great period for you. Almost everything in astrology that hits you personally has a bigger impact than anything broad that affects us all.
If the planets are making bad aspects to each other, particularly hard aspects between Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto, then it might be a more difficult period in general. But, we can still feel more on track and keep going forward with some effort. How should I use All Planets in Direct Motion?
We should all focus on trying to make the most of this energy when it's available to us. If it's short, for say under two weeks, then you'll need to work on some quick wins and small projects or goals that can be accomplished quickly. You can feel you have less blocks on your path, and a clearer head as you pursue.
If it's going to be longer, then you can set a bigger goal, make a bigger plan, and go for a bigger win. Focus on something that requires clear thinking and discipline, and make the most of energy you have to make it happen. Especially pay attention if you're going to experience any particularly beneficial aspects during APDM. That can show you're getting an extra boost during this time to go big. When is All Planets in Direct Motion in 2024?
At the time of posting this article, it's 2024, and APDM is about to start! We experience APDM starting January 27th once Uranus turns direct, and it'll last until Ap[ril 1st when Mercury retrograde starts. That's over 2 months of APDM - and Ceres and Chiron are direct too, so added bonus!
There will be another ADPM period shortly afterward, April 25th (when Mercury turns direct) to May 2nd (when Pluto turns retrograde). This is obviously a much shorter period of only about a week, so you'll want to make the most of the earlier period. That's it for APDM in 2024. Suggested Reading: Positive Transit Aspects We're rolling in the new year now, and here comes February with a New Moon in airy Aquarius and a Full Moon in practical Virgo. P.S. Make sure to sign up for the free monthly worksheet so you can keep track of planetary events like new and full moons every month! What is a New Moon?
A new moon occurs when the transit (moving) Sun and Moon are in the exact same position in the Zodiac (called a conjunction). New moons are related to beginnings, have high energy, and are enthusiastic.
What is a Full Moon?
A full moon occurs when the transit (moving) Sun and Moon are in the exact opposite positions in the Zodiac (called an opposition). Full moons are related to endings, culminations, and are emotional energy.
New Moon in Aquarius: February 9th 2024 (6PM ET/3PM PT)
The New Moon for February comes to us in Aquarius, the sign of the future, our hopes and dreams, and the sign of change. We're focused on what we hope and dream of, and we can be open to making changes that get us closer to achieving those dreams. We can work independently, but can also work well with groups and make new connections that are beneficial to us. We're excited about the future, and we feel like we're on a new road.
This is super strong now that Pluto is in Aquarius for this New Moon, and we're entering a whole new era. This is a huge time for change, but this isn't small change. It's huge, maybe life-altering at times, and normally that scares us, but with Aquarius, we're ready to go. The Sun, Mercury, Venus, and Mars are all also moving to Aquarius or are already in Aquarius for this New Moon, so we're super focused on the future, our dreams, and changes, and we can take the action we need and make great progress quickly. The new moon is square (challenging aspect, 3 signs away) transit (moving) Uranus in Taurus, and Uranus is the natural ruler of Aquarius, so this might bring some challenges when it comes to what we're working on. Since this is such big change and so important for the future, there can naturally be some resistance to work through, old blocks to remove first, and some inner questions to answer. Once we do, we can go forward, but we need to make sure we don't avoid it and act impulsively, otherwise we can create bigger problems. The new moon occurs at 20 degrees 41 minutes Aquarius. The aspects to the new moon are: Conjunction: 18 degrees 41 minutes - 22 degrees 41 minutes Aquarius Sextile: 18 degrees 41 minutes - 22 degrees 41 minutes Aries or Sagittarius Square: 18 degrees 41 minutes - 22 degrees 41 minutes Taurus or Scorpio Trine: 18 degrees 41 minutes - 22 degrees 41 minutes Gemini or Libra Opposition: 18 degrees 41 minutes - 22 degrees 41 minutes Leo Full Moon in Virgo: February 24th 2024 (7:31AM ET/4:31AM PT)
The Virgo Full Moon is often a time of heightened productivity. Virgo is the sign of work, and Full Moons rule endings, so we're working hard to get things done. We can tackle projects, tasks, and chores at home or at a job, and we want to feel we're getting all of the little things out of the way. We can be focused and pay close attention to detail, and end up getting many things off of our list of things to do.
The bad thing is, we can take on too much and not take any time for breaks and rest. We need to make sure we're giving ourselves that time so we don't burn out. If we keep going too much, we can get too rundown and lose all momentum. It may be counter-intuitive, but getting enough of a break and rest actually helps us be more productive. This can be a good time to focus on improving stress as well, and we can work on having better stress management. We may tackle issues that are causing stress for us right now, and we can work on resolving and having a better understanding of how to work with it. Virgo is also the sign of health, so we may focus on trying to work on health issues. This can be a good time to eliminate a bad habit, to quit something that is causing us harm, and we can be more dedicated to this. The full moon is trine (beneficial aspect, 4 signs away) transit Ceres in Capricorn, and with Ceres ruling nourishment, support, and resources, we can get support for the work we do with this Full Moon, and we can nourish ourselves in every way, though especially physically. We can feel more resourceful, and can tend to the little things that improve the resources we have access to. The full moon occurs at 5 degrees 23 minutes Virgo. Aspects to the full moon are: Conjunction: 3 degrees 23 minutes - 7 degrees 23 minutes Virgo Sextile: 3 degrees 23 minutes - 7 degrees 23 minutes Cancer or Scorpio Square: 3 degrees 23 minutes - 7 degrees 23 minutes Gemini or Sagittarius Trine: 3 degrees 23 minutes - 7 degrees 23 minutes Taurus or Capricorn Opposition: 3 degrees 23 minutes - 7 degrees 23 minutes Pisces Suggested Reading: The New & Full Moons page for general interpretations by house and aspect Ceres will move from fun-loving Sagittarius to disciplined Capricorn in early February, and is going to spend almost the entire rest of the year in Capricorn thanks to a retrograde period in this sign. What does this mean for us? P.S. Make sure you're signed up for the free monthly worksheet to keep track of Ceres and the other planets every month! What is Ceres in astrology?
Ceres is technically a dwarf planet (like Pluto) but in astrology, we call it an asteroid (as it was before the dwarf planet designation). Ceres is super nurturing, supportive, caring, and there for you. It's like a supercharged Moon, maybe mixed with a little Venus.
You can find Ceres in your own chart on astro.com (in Extended Chart Selection, click on Additional Objects, and select Ceres from the menu). Ceres in Capricorn 2024 Dates:
General Impact of Ceres in Capricorn:
Ceres in Capricorn puts the planet of nourishment, support, and resources in the sign of discipline, responsibility, and focus. This means we take a more conventional, practical, disciplined approach with our resources and finances, and can be more concerned long-term with how this plays out, not just the present moment. This means this can be a great time to make long-term financial plans and goals, and come up with long-term plans and goals to improve or get access to new resources.
Capricorn rules our goals and direction, which connects it to careers, so many can focus on nurturing their goals and careers. We may want more support for what we're trying to achieve, and we may want to feel nourished by what we're doing. There can be more rewards when we do things the right way and for the right reasons, and we can get more encouragement. Some may hit new heights and achieve great things, and this can come with responsibilities. We can focus on managing our responsibilities in better ways so we still feel secure and can still tend to our own needs. We may utilize practical methods or the tried-and-true to do this. We're not as into venturing outside of our comfort zones during this transit. Ceres is in Capricorn for so long because it retrogrades in Capricorn May 15th to August 26th. Retrograde means it appears to move backward, and this can throw the energy of the planet of body off. With Ceres, this can mean that we have more struggles with our resources, with feeling supported, and with nurturing. In Capricorn, this can impact our goals, direction, and responsibilities. We likely need to find a different approach, one that isn't too radical and out there, but that is different from what we've been trying already. There can also be an important block that needs to be worked through before movement can occur. And with Capricorn, there might be something that we did for the wrong reason or in the wrong way that we need to rectify during the retrograde. The retrograde starts trine (beneficial aspect) Uranus and Venus, and square (challenging aspect) Chiron. This can help us find new ways to work with others thanks to Venus and Uranus, and we might want to suddenly pick back up an old goal or reconnect with an old boss. The square to Chiron might bring up old wounds, and we have to tend to them and not run. The retrograde ends square the Lunar Nodes, which are spiritual and karmic in nature, and conjunct (aligned with) asteroid Pholus. The square to the Lunar Nodes might make any blocks to having the support and resources we need more obvious so we can get rid of them and move on for good, while the conjunction to asteroid Pholus might force us to take action in unexpected ways that can cause some huge, life-changing events. Quite a karmic ending to this retrograde! Moving out of the retrograde, we can work on trying to get back on track as much as possible. This can become intense quickly as Pluto is also back in Capricorn September 1st to November 19th, wrapping up its transit of Capricorn, and we're likely super focused on trying to finish something important. It can feel like the end of an era in some respects. Ceres urges us to make sure we're giving ourselves the support we need and being smart with our resources. Ceres in Capricorn 2024 Aspects:
Note that since Ceres spends a long time in Capricorn and retrogrades, it's making a lot of aspects:
- Sextile Sun in Pisces on February 25th at 6 degrees and Sun in Scorpio on November 13th at 21 degrees: This can help us focus on giving ourselves comfort and support, and we can get what we need from others as well. This can be compassionate and understanding energy. - Sextile Mercury in Pisces on February 27th at 7 degrees and Mercury in Scorpio on October 24th at 16 degrees: We can come up with ideas that help us get the support we need, or to use our resources well, or to get access to new resources. Mental talents and abilities can be on display and valued. - Sextile Saturn in Pisces on March 13th at 11 degrees & June 12th at 19 degrees & October 13th at 13 degrees: This is the only aspect that goes exact 3 times and is in effect for a long time while Ceres is in Capricorn, and this is a beneficial aspect. Saturn is discipline and focus, so this helps us to get more disciplined with our resources, to take responsibilities seriously, and to nurture ourselves in practical ways. - Square Mercury in Aries on March 16th at 12 degrees & on May 5th at 21 degrees: These aspects come before and after Mercury retrograde in Aries, so we may go into and come out of that retrograde needing to work on issues with our resources, tackle plans for them, and working on improving how well we voice support for something or someone. - Sextile Venus in Pisces on March 23rd at 14 degrees: We can get and give support well in our connections, and can nurture the relationships we have, and feel more secure with commitment. - Square Sun in Aries on April 6th at 17 degrees and Sun in Libra on October 4th at 11 degrees: We may feel uncertain about something that makes us insecure, and we may lack the support we need and need to work on issues around getting that support. - Sextile Mars in Pisces on April 16th at 19 degrees: Mars is energy and drive so we can be driven to pursue new resources and maximize what we have, and we can feel more energized when we have lots of support. - Square Venus in Aries on April 20th at 19 degrees: This might make it difficult to be supportive of others, or we may struggle with being too vulnerable. We likely need to work on relationship issues. - Trine Sun in Taurus on May 10th at 21 degrees: This can help us focus on nurturing ourselves, nourishing our passions, and making ourselves comfortable, which is helpful as Ceres retrograde is about to begin. - Trine Venus in Taurus on May 16th at 21 degrees: This is felt around Ceres retrograde, so we can be more supportive and encouraging, and this can be a good time for beneficial relationships, partnerships, and allies. - Square Mars in Aries on May 28th at 21 degrees: Fights may break out with others regarding resources or support. We may lash out when we feel unsupported, and need to work on channeling energy productively. - Trine Mercury in Taurus on May 29th at 20 degrees: Communications can flow and news that impacts resources or support can be beneficial. We can nurture our minds and find new ways to voice support. - Opposite Mercury in Cancer on June 25th at 16 degrees: This can be a challenging period where we have many miscommunications, get news we don't want, or lack ideas for new resources. We likely need to look at things from a different perspective. - Opposite Venus in Cancer and Trine Mars in Taurus on June 30th at 15 degrees: The trine to Mars gives us helpful energy and drive for our resources, while the opposition to Venus says we may need to work on our own as others present challenges. We likely need to be more flexible and understanding. - Opposite Sun in Cancer on July 6th at 14 degrees: We may lack the support we need, and this can deplete our confidence. We need to find new ways to give ourselves support, and not be so reliant on others. - Trine Venus in Virgo on August 11th at 8 degrees: Others can prove to be helpful, and we can make connections that benefit us in some way. We can be supportive of others, and get support in new ways. - Trine Sun in Virgo on August 29th at 7 degrees: Coming out of Ceres retrograde, this can help us tend to ourselves, make ourselves feel comfortable, make our resources more secure, and be more supportive. - Square Venus in Libra on September 4th at 7 degrees: There can be challenges with getting and giving support in relationships that need to be worked on. We may feel stuck in some way and need to be more active. - Trine Mercury in Virgo on September 14th at 8 degrees: Helpful communications and ideas impacting resources that can open more up to us. We can voice support well, and get words of encouragement from others. - Opposite Mars in Cancer on September 20th at 9 degrees: There can be fights over resources and support, and everyone may feel like lashing out, but that doesn't solve the problem. We need to be more focused and channel extra energy in a healthy way. - Square Mercury in Libra and Sextile Venus in Scorpio on October 2nd at 11 degrees: Communications may be difficult, and we might get bad news or struggle with focus thanks to Mercury, but Venus helps us to benefit from our connections and ground ourselves. - Sextile Neptune in Pisces on November 29th at 27 degrees: This is the final aspect for Ceres in Capricorn, and we can be more compassionate, empathetic, and want to help as much as we can. We can be super supportive and understanding. Final Note:
This is a very interesting tour for Ceres in Capricorn, and while it kind of starts out quiet and not terribly eventful, that can change quite a bit when it's retrograde, and especially coming out of the retrograde and for the last few months in Capricorn. We need to be smart, careful, and thoughtful during this transit.
Suggested Reading: Transit Ceres in the Houses & Transit Ceres Aspects Ceres is a dwarf planet ruling nourishment, support, and resources in astrology. It's going to retrograde (appear to move backward) starting in May of this year, and while retrograde, we may struggle with having the support we need, feeling secure, and being encouraging. There can be karmic issues that need to be worked through, and blocks to remove. Make sure to sign up for the free monthly worksheet so you can keep track of Ceres every month, and below you'll find interpretations for Ceres retrograde in the natal houses. Ceres Retrograde in the Natal Houses:Ceres Retrograde in the 1st House
Ceres retrograde in the 1st house can bring out lots of existing and old issues regarding insecurity and lack. You may feel unsupported, and like you don’t have what you need when you need it. Tackling the issues helps a lot, and you should try to spend more time taking care of yourself and tending to your own needs. You should be a priority in your life, and this retrograde can remind you of that. This can be a good time for a second chance with something that nourishes you.
Ceres Retrograde in the 2nd House
Ceres retrograde in the 2nd house can bring issues with resources and finances, stability and security. Something in life can either become incredibly chaotic, or it may get incredibly stuck. Grounding yourself is more important, yet there can be blocks that you need to work through in order to do so. Money might be tight, but it may also be a matter of perception or simply needed to be smarter. This can be a good time to make money or use resources in a way you have before that was helpful.
Ceres Retrograde in the 3rd House
Ceres retrograde in the 3rd house can impact your ability to voice support or to get words of encouragement from others. You may be insecure about what you say or how you say it, and can be hurt by the words of others. Work on improving your confidence in your ability to express yourself, and tackle old issues that have gotten in the way. Take care of your mind as well. This can be a good time to pick back up an old idea with a nurturing approach.
Ceres Retrograde in the 4th House
Ceres retrograde in the 4th house can make your emotions stronger than usual, and you can be quite sensitive. Something or someone may trigger something at your core, an old issue that hasn’t been worked through yet, and you can be quite emotional. Work on strengthening yourself internally, and giving yourself emotional support and comfort. Strengthen your external support system as well. This can be a good time to reconnect with those you think of as family or places you’ve lived before.
Ceres Retrograde in the 5th House
Ceres retrograde in the 5th house can bring out issues in your love relationships. You may feel unsupported by those you love, or have to deal with someone especially clingy. You can feel insecure without praise, but need to work on giving yourself validation instead of looking for it in the wrong places. This can be a highly creative period, though you may struggle with being productive with it. Try to give yourself time to enjoy yourself without any expectations.
Ceres Retrograde in the 6th House
Ceres retrograde in the 6th house can make you feel insecure with the work you do, with projects, tasks, and chores you accomplish, and just generally in your everyday life. But, you’re likely going to be quiet about this, and it festers inside, making you anxious. Try to figure out what is making you feel this way, and work on tending to the details with it. Take a practical approach, and this can help you make progress. And make sure to go easy on yourself and don’t rip yourself apart for a mistake. This can be a good time to pick back up an old project and improve stress management.
Ceres Retrograde in the 7th House
Ceres retrograde in the 7th house can bring out issues in your relationships and partnerships. You may feel unsupported by others, and feel you’re giving too much. Work on having healthy boundaries, and tend to old relationship issues. You may need to improve balance and make sure support is flowing freely both ways. This can be a good time to reconnect with someone from the past, though you still have to keep in mind boundaries.
Ceres Retrograde in the 8th House
Ceres retrograde in the 8th house can stir up something deep inside, something you’d rather run from, that has contributed to insecurity, instability, and a feeling of not enough. Facing this and working through it may mean you need to make some sort of transformation, and this can be difficult at first but proves to give you a lot more power at the end. Don't get lost in intense emotions, and make sure you’re seeing the big picture and not getting lost in the details. This can be a good time to focus on improving your legacy and shared resources.
Ceres Retrograde in the 9th House
Ceres retrograde in the 9th house can make it so you either feel you have too much space and are kind of on an island alone, or you don’t have enough and feel like you’re suffocating. No matter which it is, work on getting to the core of why that is. Balancing the amount of space you have with the amount of responsibilities you have is important. Your beliefs can also be more important to you, but you may be closed-minded about it, and need to be respectful of others.
Ceres Retrograde in the 10th House
Ceres retrograde in the 10th house can make you feel stuck with a goal or that you’re on the wrong path. That might not be true, but it can feel that way. Go with the slow energy, and take the time to assess your plans, go over where you’ve been so far, and make sure you’ve done all the homework you need to. Make sure you’re doing this for the right reasons too. This can be a good period to reconnect with an old boss or pick back up an old goal that you can nurture now.
Ceres Retrograde in the 11th House
Ceres retrograde in the 11th house can make you feel less connected with friends or groups if you don’t feel nurtured and supported by them. This can be more important to you in your connections, and you may pull away from anyone you feel isn’t supportive and encouraging. You can also feel insecure about your dreams, and may feel you need to walk away, but this is likely just the insecurity of the moment. Work on getting to the heart of why you’re uncertain.
Ceres Retrograde in the 12th House
Ceres retrograde in the 12th house can make you feel drained by all of the support you’ve had to give to others. There might not be any support left for yourself, and you need to work on having stronger boundaries. You might be making too many sacrifices, and this gets in your way of progress. Remember to take care of yourself too, and get plenty of rest and more time alone. Reflect on the past, and work on issues that have made you feel insecure, and release. Nurture your intuitive side, and nourish your subconscious mind.
Suggested Reading: The Ceres Series Ceres in the Zodiac Signs Natal Ceres in the Houses Natal Ceres Aspects Transit Ceres in the Houses Transit Aspects to Natal Ceres Mercury, Venus, and Mars Retrograde to Natal Ceres Transit Ceres Aspects The Ceres Return in Astrology Astrology of Ceres in the Progressed Chart Ceres & Love Astrology Composite Ceres in the Houses & Aspects Ceres Retrograde Aspects Progressed Ceres in the Houses New & Full Moons & Eclipses to Natal Ceres Progressed Aspects to Natal Ceres Progressed Ceres Aspects Ceres is often called an asteroid in astrology, however it's technically a dwarf planet like Pluto. While Ceres is not considered as part of the main ten planets, I personally use Ceres like it is (one of my quirks). I think Ceres deserves way more respect! Ceres Astrology & Your Natal Chart
There are ten planets in a standard astrology chart (again not including Ceres). Each planet links to a different part of your personality and life. Your natal chart is a snapshot of the locations of the planets, other bodies, and houses in the Zodiac at the moment you're born and from the location you're born at.
Ceres is argued to be the natural ruler of earth sign Taurus, sensual, grounded, and confident, and that would mean Ceres naturally connects with the second house of money. I personally still use both Venus and Ceres for Taurus. At-a-Glance Ceres Keywords:
Ceres in Astrology: Nourishment
Ceres is the planet of nourishment in astrology. In your natal chart, your natal Ceres rules how you nourish yourself, essentially what you need to feel nourished, and where you need to be nourished in your life.
When it comes to transits, transit (moving) Ceres can bring nourishing energy to the areas of life ruled by the house in your natal chart it's touring, and you may find that you need to nourish these areas now to feel secure. Aspects by transit Ceres and to natal Ceres can impact your ability to nourish and to feel nourished. Ceres in Astrology: Nurture
Ceres is a nurturing planet, and wants us to feel nurtured in our lives. The sign and house placement of your natal Ceres can show how you nurture and where you channel this nurturing energy, and transits involving Ceres can show where your nurturing energy is focused at the moment and how well you're using it or not.
Ceres in Astrology: Support
Ceres rules support, and it's what we need to feel supported and secure, as well as how we show support to others. In your natal chart, the sign and house placement of your Ceres can show how you give support and where, while the aspects can show how well you do this and any blocks.
Transits involving Ceres can impact your ability to be supportive and encouraging, and to feel supported and encouraged at the moment. Transit Ceres in the natal houses can show where you need support right now. Ceres in Astrology: Resources
Ceres is the planet of resources in astrology, and which includes any and all resources. This can start with physical resources, physical items you own, as well as money. It can also include mental and emotional resources you have though, and this can be shown via your natal Ceres.
Transit Ceres can impact your resources and finances, and the natal house transit Ceres tours can show where you're using resources or with what. Transit aspects to your natal Ceres can impact your ability to use what you have and have what you need. Ceres in Astrology: Food
In mythology, Ceres presided over grains and agriculture, so Ceres rules food in astrology. Your natal Ceres can show your relationship with food, your favorite foods, and your cooking ability (or lack thereof). I find Ceres transits can show when you eat a lot, overindulge, or go to the other extreme and don't eat enough, or get sick from food or with something that impacts your ability to eat.
Ceres in Astrology: Quiet Strength
As the story goes for Ceres, her daughter was kidnapped by Hades, ruler of the Underworld (Pluto). Ceres was so distraught, that she abandoned tending to the grains, and everyone almost starved to death. The Gods struck a deal with both Hades and Ceres that her daughter would spend half the year with Hades in the Underworld (as his queen), and half the year with Ceres above ground.
Moral of the story? Don't mess with Ceres! This is a surprisingly strong body, but it may not be very obvious (like say, Mars or Pluto). It's a quieter, more subtle kind of strength, but one that becomes a great force. On the downside, this can mean that your natal Ceres may show where you end up having to stand up against your own Hades/Pluto at some point in your life. But, know that it's also where you might be strongest and most resilient. Ceres in Astrology: The Mother
I just mentioned the myth of Ceres involving her daughter, so Ceres also links to the mother in astrology, along with the Moon. When manifested well, Ceres can be the incredibly nurturing, supportive mother; but when not manifested well, Ceres can be too dominant and controlling. No matter what, a strong natal Ceres is often a feature in the natal charts of people who have had a strong mother influence in their lives (for better or worse).
(another reason I like adding Ceres to the major planets is Ceres is feminine, and only two of the major planets are [Moon and Venus], so Ceres gives some more of that energy) Where Your Ceres Energy is Found
For everyone, look to the Zodiac sign and natal house your Ceres falls in. The energy of the Ceres sign is how you nurture, support, and are resourceful, while the areas of life ruled by the house your Ceres falls in are where.
Planets that are conjunct (aligned with) your natal Ceres can benefit from the supportive, resourceful energy of Ceres. That planet can be an area where you have plentiful resources and get lots of support in your life. On the other hand, it may also be an area where you have to fight for your rights/power/position. Transit (moving) planets aspecting your natal Ceres can bring some temporary energy for Ceres matters. This can impact your ability to nurture and be resourceful with Ceres, but can also impact the areas of life ruled by the house your Ceres falls in. The most challenging aspects to your natal Ceres can be hard transit Saturn (since Saturn restricts, this can restrict the resourceful, supportive energy of Ceres), and hard transit Pluto (remember Pluto is Hades so there can be a fight over power and control). Make sure to sign up for the free monthly worksheet to keep track of the transit planets impacting your natal Ceres and aspects by transit Ceres every month! A Strong Natal Ceres in Astrology
Some may have a more important natal Ceres. This can be the case for you if you have:
- a stellium (3+ planets) including your natal Ceres - your natal Ceres conjunct an angle - your North or South Node in your Ceres sign - your 1st house ruler conjunct the natal Ceres - your natal Ceres anaretic (at 29 degrees) - natal Ceres retrograde or conjunct a retrograde Mercury, Venus, or Mars If your natal Ceres is in a stellium, getting support with that stellium can be more important for you to actually use it. You can also find that you're more resourceful with that stellium, and whatever it's focused on may involve using resources in smart ways. There is potential for abundance here. Natal Ceres conjunct an angle make it more important to nourish that area of life and maximize the resources involved with it. If conjunct your natal 1st house ruler, Ceres can seep into your personality, and you may be extra supportive of others, encouraging, and use your resources to be of help. Ceres in your North Node sign can mean you have the potential to be extremely nurturing, and to have abundant resources in your life, but you may shy away from this initially and have blocks to work through. Ceres in your South Node sign can mean you're extra support and resourceful, but may fall back on this too much and not give yourself enough, or fight too much. Ceres with the Lunar Nodes can show "motherhood" is important as well, either you becoming a parent being important for you at some point, or your own mother/parents having unusually strong influence on you. When your natal Ceres is anaretic, you can play up the energy too much or not at all. You can have extreme lack in your life, not get enough of what you need, and feel completely unsupported; or you can take too much, perhaps hoarding and being emotionally selfish. Middle ground is always needed with the anaretic degree, and you need to both give yourself what you need while not taking away from others' needs. When your natal Ceres is retrograde or conjunct a retrograde Mercury, Venus, or Mars, this can mean that you manifest Ceres in a way that is different. You likely struggle with manifesting your Ceres in your early years and feel you don't have enough (financially physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually). This is because you need to find another way of manifesting Ceres, and this might be different from what you would consider to be "normal". Once you do figure this out, you can be quite abundant and feel secure. Suggested Reading: Natal Ceres in the Houses, Natal Ceres Aspects, Transit Ceres in the Houses and Transit Ceres Aspects for general interpretations |
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