Your Stars. Carolyne Faulkner
and this time we are more than prepared. We have this, 2020 journal!
Your Journal, Your Birth-Chart
Many Moons ago, astrology, my own soul and the incredible spiritual teachers that I trained with changed my life for the better. In turn I discovered, through experience, that helping others however I could (in my own way, and always creatively!) made me feel incredible, and I believe that sharing the know-how and giving back are the key to ultimate happiness. And so, new friend, I am honoured to be your guide in the exciting months ahead.
Your Journal
In this journal I have mapped out the astrology for the year 2020 and translated it into simple enough terms to be used in everyday life, guiding you through the shift in consciousness that is accelerating this year due to the Age of Aquarius. It works both on a spiritual and worldly basis, to steady and enhance your everyday life and nourish your soul. You can use it lightly, without any further research or input, or you can delve more deeply and use it in conjunction with your birth-chart. You are in control. You can dip in and out or immerse yourself fully. Either way, it will help you to align with the energy of the stars and master the art of living your very best life. And as we each do this, and raise our vibration, we harness the power to help both ourselves and our Divine Mother, the Earth.
Remember these words and keep them in your heart at all times:
It only takes one light to illuminate a dark room. You are that light.
Using this journal will help you to shine. It will empower you to become your own life coach, maximize your potential and, perhaps, even prevent you from making the mistakes that you can avoid. It will inform you and help you to plan your moves accordingly. Astrology is a report on the energy fields surrounding us. We often react to these according to our own astrology, and so, some basic knowledge of your own birth-chart, combined with the information in this journal, will give you an edge and enable you to perfect your sense of timing.
All astrology is subject to interpretation, so I only offer potentials for how certain alignments may play out. But the more you know your own chart, the more your own insights will flow through. Also, as your personal coach this year, I have designed ‘missions’ to better manage the energy of the coming months and help you raise your awareness, open up your heart and mind to the enlightening rhythms of the universe and increase your physical well-being. You are not obligated to complete any of them, but they will serve as a safety net that is always there to support you, whenever you feel you need it.
So, use this journal in one of three ways:
1 As you would your everyday diary. Read the tips and guidance and note down your thoughts. Oh, and notice the impacts of the Moon phases and astrological movements on your life …
2 More personally: lean in and use your own birth-chart to match the movements of the planets and signs throughout the journal with your chart. That way you will know when the stars and planets are majorly impacting you.
3 Alongside your own birth-chart: use the astrological information to go deeper and enhance your everyday life and interactions.
Whichever way you choose, you can’t lose! Nobody is judging you.
Find a notebook where you can record all your observations, ideas and insights as you work through this journal.
Ready to dive in?
Remember, awareness is first, then informed action follows! Are you aware of what’s in your birth-chart?
Your birth-chart is a snapshot of the position of certain stars and planets at the moment of your birth. Information is power, and the knowledge and insight that this snapshot provides will enable you to become more empowered. You can find out how to draw your birth-chart here.
We all have major planets and a sprinkling of every astrological sign in our birth-chart and, with a little know-how, we can figure out not only when and how they are likely to impact us, but also how we can make the most of the star-sent energies to enhance our daily life. Whether you are a barrister or ballet dancer, knowing what’s going on energetically enables you to choose how and even when to respond.
The path to enlightenment is never easy, but it is always rewarding. There are plenty of tools available to assist you, but it’s a journey that ultimately only you can choose to make. Making the commitment to understanding yourself is the first step. So, go on, draw your chart:
Go to dynamicastrology.com and click on ‘Let’s Chart’, where you may draw your chart for free. If you don’t know what time you were born, no worries, just click ‘time unknown’.
We will be working with the planets and signs in this journal, for example the Moon in Libra (as pictured).
The planets represent ‘what’ – what that means for you. Each planet represents something. For example, the Moon represents ‘emotional strength’, ‘emotional well-being’ and how we ‘feel’ in general.
The signs are ‘how’ – how that plays out for you. It can play out well or not so well, of course. For example, in Libra, ‘gone right’, the Moon indicates ‘emotional balance, fairness, diplomacy, and a drive to form harmonious relationships’, and ‘gone wrong’, it can be ‘judgemental, desperate for any relationship, and vain’.
Click on all the planets, signs, houses and symbols in your chart and on the website and fill in the table opposite. I find writing something down helps you to remember it.
Although the stars’ and planets’ movements affect us all, certain signs are more impacted than others at differing times, so to make the most of this journal, refer to this table to discover when the astrology of a month, week or day will impact you most. In the journal I also list the signs that are due for a power surge. So, again, check your chart and see when and where the signs’ and planets’ influence will be intensified. Note that influence can ‘go right’ or ‘go wrong’; how we handle it is our choice!
The Planets
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The Sun We all have our very own Sun in our birth-chart. Our Sun sign is the sign that most of us know; it’s also known as the star sign. You might like to make a note in your journal of when the actual Sun moves into your sign. This is your time of ultimate strength and potential for brilliance. |
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The Moon We all have our very own Moon in our birth-chart. This is useful to know, especially if we wish to manage our moods. It’s helpful to make a note in your journal of when the actual Moon is in your sign. It’s going to happen every month. This is your time of emotional strength. And if the New or Full Moon falls in your sign, its impact is amplified. |
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Mercury We all have our very own Mercury in our birth-chart. This is useful to know, especially if we wish to manage our mind, or negotiations and communications in general. Once you’ve drawn your chart and know where your planets are, make a note in your journal of when Mercury meets them or is in your sign. This is your time of mental strength and heightened intelligence. |
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