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ASTROLOGY AND THE “BIGGER” QUESTIONS by Gemini
In the midst of life, which is busy and terribly chaotic – comes a very feared moment. You never know when it comes, or even why, but it always happens. The noise and the stress of life pause for a moment, and you cross paths with the abominable mirror of “the self.” In other words, it is the blossoming of the mid-life crisis. Some of us look into the mirror to find self-contentment, and don’t see any.
Many of us feel that we have lost track in life, forgotten what’s important and above all else, let our own dreams deteriorate and die. This can lead to a feeling of unexplainable loneliness, confusion and even guilt. What is my purpose? What am I here to learn? Why do I feel all my choices have been the wrong ones?
It may be interesting to know, that Astrology can offer insight into this. Astrology can give us accurate descriptions of our personalities, personal histories and compatibility with other people – but did you ever stop to think that Astrology could go even deeper, and delve into the purposes of your life? We know that we have a rising sign, a moon sign, a sun sign and so on. What’s interesting is that, with special reflection, this can help someone realize what exactly they should try to accomplish in this lifetime, and in what areas of life they may find happiness and fulfillment.
This new branch of Astrology, which is called Evolutionary Astrology, is solely concerned (no pun intended) with the evolution of the soul. An Evolutionary Astrologer will look at your astrological chart, and be able to see your personality – but, what this Astrology offers is an answer to why you may think and feel this way.
Evolutionary Astrology was pioneered by world-renowned astrologer/author Jeffery Wolfe Green, and now has numerous schools and academies all over the world.
Evolutionary Astrology is officially defined by the following seven principles:
1. An acceptance of the fact that human beings incarnate in a succession of lifetimes.
2. An acceptance of the fact that the birth chart reflects the evolutionary condition of the soul at the moment of incarnation.
3. An acceptance of the fact that the birth chart reflects the evolutionary intentions of the soul for the present life.
4. An acceptance of the fact that the circumstances of the present life, both materially and psychologically, do not arise randomly, but rather reflect the evolutionary intentions and necessities of the soul.
5. An acceptance of the fact that human beings interact creatively and unpredictably with their birth charts; that all astrological symbols are multi-dimensional and are modulated into material and psychic expression by the consciousness of the individual.
6. An acceptance of the fact that human beings are responsible for the realities they experience, both internally and externally.
7. A respectful intention to accept and support a person seeking astrological help, no matter the evolutionary state in which such an individual finds himself or herself.
Evolutionary Astrology is mainly focused on the planet Pluto. While still representing the nature of destruction/regernation/power/transformation, Pluto is the direct representation of the soul, and it’s location in the evolutionary process. This is only the tip of the iceberg. We must take into account the location in the chart, and exact degree of which sign Pluto is in, and then look to all aspects of Pluto with the other planets to give a precise and detailed chart interpretation.
The archetypes of the Zodiac (Aries to Pisces) stay relatively the same as Western Astrology, but are interpreted in a paradigm of healing the insecurities that come with the archetype. This is especially true of our Rising sign and Chironic sign. The other huge contributors to the Evolutionary birth chart are the Nodal Axis, the 12th House, representing the Womb of God (or whatever higher force you may call it), and Neptune.
Through studying Evolutionary Astrology we may find out our own hidden truths – which are sometimes not so pretty. However, like everything: with the good comes the bad. Evolutionary Astrology empowers with knowledge, so that we may see clearly and begin to take steps towards change and fulfillment.
When lost upon the path of life, look to the skies. Our astrological charts give us more insight than we could ever imagine. We thank you for reading our introduction, and taking the time to learn something new.
Many Blessings ~ GEMINI

Note: “Gemini” is composed of two Gemini-influenced Evolutionary Astrologers, Jasmin Schade and Ashley Vosper. For more information, contact Jasmin at jasmin_schade@hotmail.com