Mars in a T-Square: Triggering Tensions, with Venus in Risk-Taking Sagittarius Mars, the ruler of the Moon in Aries and the planet of action, drive, and sometimes aggression, in nurturing
Cancer can make for a strong self-defensive edge. A T-square is a challenging aspect in astrology where three heavenly bodies are involved in a configuration of tension. In this case, Mars forms hard aspects with the Sun and the Moon and that creates friction, which could heighten feelings of edgy self defensiveness.
The T-square suggests that unresolved anger and frustrations are potentially more likely to come to the surface during this time. It may feel as though there are external pressures or internal conflicts pushing you into action. In relationships, disagreements or underlying tensions might suddenly escalate, and situations could feel more confrontational than usual. Venus in Sagittarius Is the ruler of Sun in Libra wants action and is willing to gamble to get desired results. Both Mars and Venus can be emissaries of courage and determination, so while the tension of a highly charge T-square can create conflict, it also provides an opportunity to take assertive, decisive action to resolve issues.
A Bewitched, Bothered & Bewildered
Approach to Resolving Conflicts and Anger
The combination of a Full Moon in Aries and Mars in a T-square presents a paradox: the energy is aggressive and conflict-prone, with Venus on the sidelines willing to gamble to get for good results provides a powerful opportunity to resolve problems. Here's how to harness this intense energy positively:
1. Be Conscious of Avoiding Knee Jerk Reactions: With emotions running high, impulsive actions and words could fuel conflicts. This Full Moon Mars and Venus encourages self-awareness—pause before reacting, and think about what you say or do.
2. Be Committed to Constructive Action: Mars energy is about action and resolution. Use it to assert boundaries, stand up for what’s important to you, but do so productively. Physical activities like exercise can help diffuse tension before it explodes in unhealthy ways.
3. Be Attuned to Finding Balance: The T-square can create a feeling of being pulled in different directions, which can lead to frustration. Ground yourself through practices that help you maintain emotional balance. Meditation, deep breathing, or simply stepping away from triggering situations can help create clarity.
4. Be Willing to Confront Issues Head-On: The Full Moon and Mars energy want you to take action. This is a time to address problems, whether in relationships, work, or within yourself, but choose your battles wisely.
It's crucial to pick constructive solutions, rather than acting out of anger or frustration.
5. Be a proponent of Resolution, Not Domination: Aries energy can make us feel like we have to "win" every argument, but the lesson here is about finding solutions that lead to growth, rather than simply coming out on top.
A Final Thought
How you handle this energy will depend on your ability to accept the confusion of being bewitched bothered and bewildered and balance assertiveness with empathy and action with mindfulness
~Hattie
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