This is the crux of the radical Islamist Jihad… what I’ve talked about before: these guys just don’t want to give up absolute power and share equality with women! They fight a so-called “holy war” in the name of religion… but I say it’s really in the name of patriarchy and male domination.

The NY Post on Valentine’s Day featured a story about a common nightmare for women in the more medieval sectors of the Mid-East – the early forced marriage (for financial sake only) of girls as young as EIGHT (!) who are married off to decades-older men, then often beaten and raped repeatedly, and consigned to a life of virtual slavery with absolutely no recourse.  Neither their own families, their in-laws, nor the courts will step in, and these impoverished child-brides are powerless to change their horrid lives.

In the featured case, a 10 year old Yemeni bride managed to resist her abusive husband and his equally brutal family long enough to find aid from an older female family member who gave her money from her beggings, and advised her to “go to court”.  She did so, displaying guts, backbone and resolve in the face of constant initial resistance.  She was “lucky”, and a court found in her favor.  The article calls her a hero.

The story in the paper was long.  It told of this single relatively happy ending (Nujood is now the youngest divorcee in the world yet still must pay her ex money), but also of the awful plight of so many, many other girls who are brutalized by this archaic culture.  I have a granddaughter this girl’s age, and it horrifies (but doesn’t surprise) me to read the particulars.  In the Age of Aquarius, which ushers in a global community of brother/sisterhood, and an era of equality and interconnectedness, such a situation is abhorrent.

My opinion is this: a great clash of cultures is underway as new influences develop throughout the globe.  An amalgam and an evolution is inexorably being born.

Most of humanity is going along with the flow in their own fashion, evolving towards a new human who exemplifies equality and light in so far as their own cultural leanings allow.  Western influences are seeping into Eastern, and vice versa.  The best of the older ways will be kept and merged while many of the worst of those ways will be discarded.  It’s a process.

However, some people REALLY don’t want to participate.  They believe that they have too much to lose in allowing such changes.  They see killing the proponents of such as an option!  They insist it’s all about following religious law.  Ergo, the “jihad”.  I say it’s really just a bunch of self-satisfied male blockheads, with no more justification than abusers have ever wielded.

The more light on the subject, the better.

Saturn is square to Pluto.  This pattern is strengthening  as January ‘10 rolls along.  It’s an aspect of limitation and lack.  Discipline and maturity are needed to handle the available resources.  Does this sound like fiscal responsibility?  Yup!

The economy is improving (Jupiter on U.S. Moon) but individually we have to “pay the piper” as credit cards come due and the job market still stinks, and governmentally I won’t even talk about how we’re gonna pay for these humongous social programs that are being foisted upon us now!  With the Saturn and Pluto square in hard aspect to the U.S. Venus (money), it couldn’t be a worse time to push this new legislation into our economy.

Well, that’s a topic ahead, when Uranus (revolt) enters Aries (new starts), and t-squares the combo.

Meanwhile, how to deal with Saturn square Pluto?  (I was born in such an era, and have it in my natal chart.)  You make do. You get by on a shoestring. You rely on good karma. What if you don’t have enough of that?  Be nice to others; generate loving kindness.  Become a conduit for the flow of energy into higher purposes.  (That’s what my Money Report is all about. http://wisdompath.com/2008_archives/finding_new_relationship_money.html )

Does the U.S. have good karma?  You bet!  It’s that nurturing Cancerian stellium and that humanitarian Aquarian Moon!  Despite all detractors, remember what we’ve done for “the huddled masses, yearning to break free”!  And our humanitarian efforts in Haiti.  (NOTE: Sadly, Saturn square Pluto can bring a lot of death as well as limitation.)  America has lots of GK (good karma). It’s kicking in again even as we write, because there is no more generous nation on Earth. Right now, we are just being taught greater wisdom.

The cardinal signs (Aries, Cancer, Libra, Capricorn) have to take the lead in this era.  Pioneering, loyal, diplomatic and efficient.  It’s not going to be about grandstanding but about maturity, responsibility… wisdom! Our leaders must get real. Our population needs to grow up ever faster.

We’ll do it.

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1. Sex

2. Romance

3. Food (including chocolate)

4. Wine and other “spirits”

5. Grandchildren

6. Music

7. Sunsets

8. Stars

9. Natural beauty

10. Pets

11. A “worthy opponent”

12. Waterfront property

This is my list of compelling reasons to exit the eternal bliss of the non-physical state and re-enter the hassle of physical life. (I’ve deliberately left Love off the list because that is heaven itself.)

Can you think of another?

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The month of November begins with angry words (Mercury square Mars).  The anger pits security issues against use of force, and might reflect economic or military quarrels, such as the dilemma of a troop surge in Afghanistan (Full Moon in Taurus square Mars).  However, this is a pleasant time for romance and compassion (Venus trine Neptune).  In general, spirituality is gaining ground and technology is helping its spread (Neptune SD semi-sextile Uranus).  The middle weeks of the month indicate a period of tightening resources (Saturn square Pluto), wherein values are changing for the better (Venus sextile Pluto); there is a ton of news, a veritable information overload needing to be processed (Mercury square Jupiter).  On the 16th, much anxiety and confusion baffles Wall Street as we grapple with idealistic plans versus the need to finance and conserve (New Moon in Scorpio conjunct Mercury, square Neptune).  There are no clear answers.  Some stablization is seen by the 24th (Saturn sextile Sun).

For the nation, technology and innovation are booming, helping to further the networking of all (Uranus trine progressed MC) but people continue to question if the humanitarian efforts are productive or excessive (Uranus opposite Neptune).  Most affected would be local (community) versus foreign focus (3rd house vs. 9th); transportation/fuel and diplomacy are two possible topics of debate.  The latter is highlighted as America reaches a peak of prominence in peace talks and sees a period of gradual positive change (Saturn conjunct MC, trine Solar Arc Uranus).  A heroic effort is being made (Mars conjunct Node in Leo).  However, there remains the danger of fuzzy thinking, gullibility and false promises by treacherous “allies” that could undermine our homeland safety (Neptune in 3rd conjunct progressed Mercury, ruler of 7th).  Meanwhile, we continue to struggle with internal pressures from economic woes plus the ugly stresses, upheaval and subversion of our changing image on the world stage (Pluto in 1st, square MC).
 

President Obama’s month begins with foreign aggression and strong threats (Mars conjunct Sun, square Neptune/Solar Arc Mars in 9th); he can look weak.  On the 3rd he will feel unloved (Venus square Saturn).  Between the 5th and 6th, he faces a particularly challenging period of constant upsets via the economy (Uranus in 2nd opposite Mars in 8th) and old karmic obstacles to his dreams of healing and manifesting utopia (Neptune SD quinqunx Mars, conjunct progressed South Node).  However, by working to build upon some real possibilities, he will realize that gradual change is possible (Neptune SD semi-sextile progressed Saturn exact/Solar Arc Pluto exact; Uranus sextile progressed Saturn).  Luckily, from the 4th-15th, he receives honors and karmic rewards (Jupiter conjunct Ascendant) and by the 20th enjoys a very happy period (Progressed Moon trine Venus).  Some love him, some do not!  He makes a very important speech or decision on the 15th (Mercury conjunct MC), and is subject to flattery on the 16th (Venus square Sun).  His month does not end on a high note, however: he is under great duress, perhaps even manipulation, and must learn to change his behavior patterns (Progressed Ascendant sesquiuadrate Pluto, ruler of MC from 7th).

October 4th sees innovative new ways to bring a wrap-up to confrontations (Full Moon in Aries; Mars trine Uranus), plus some stabilization by the second week (Node trine Saturn; Mars sextile Saturn).  Diplomacy attempts to make headway (Mercury back into Libra) but doesn’t get too far — by the 10th, the pressure is back on (Mercury square Pluto).  Nevertheless, the mood grows more pleasant by mid-month (Saturn and Uranus leave their opposition, at least until next July, while Uranus and Neptune continue to blend technology and spirituality).  Certain revisions have been concluded (Mercury leaving its shadow). Good news about growth and successful outcomes is announced (Jupiter stationing direct trine Sun), while a party spirit (Venus into Libra), and fun-loving creativity abound (Mars into Leo).  October 18th brings a wonderful new start for the fashion, film and music industries; it’s quite a romantic period (New Moon in Libra trine Neptune; Sun, Mercury, Venus, Saturn all in Libra), although the 10th and 15th are problematic for love and spending (Venus opposite Uranus, then square Pluto).  By late month, the focus shifts towards finances, with important negotiations afoot (Sun and Mercury into Scorpio; Mercury sextile Pluto).  Deals can be made.

In the U.S., great pressure to transform continues (Pluto square MC). The stock market and real estate market are active (Mars conjunct Mercury/Fortuna in 8th) but there is high anger about spending (Mars 8th opposite Pluto 2nd).  Old karma about bad governing must be resolved spiritually and through the law (Saturn conjunct Solar Arc South Node in the 9th).  We are no doubt trending in a more socialistic-humantarian direction (Solar Arc Uranus into Aquarius) which will keep anxiety especially high through early December (Uranus opposite Neptune); for many citizens, the economy is very mixed (Saturn square Venus; progressed Saturn trine Venus). 

For President Obama, October brings much work; he must watch his health (Mars in his 6th). Emotionally he is growing more sensitive in general (progressed Moon into Pisces), but remains frustrated and tense regarding money matters, and must avoid unsavory relationships (Pluto opposite Venus), especially by the third week when these ties could bring him discredit (progressed Moon semi-square MC).  However, a very protective aspect on the 13th showers him with luck, probably positive news of true recovery and beneficial alliances(Jupiter station direct on his Ascendant), while a happy pattern on the 28th indicates positive behind-the-scene results from hidden efforts by friends or allies (progressed Moon semi-sextile Jupiter, ruler of 11th in 12th).

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What is this whole radical Islamist terrorism campaign really all about? 

At its most fundamental, it is all about male dominated societies refusing to give up absolute power over their female counterparts.  Cloaked in religious form, radical Islamic terrorism is actually a last-ditch resistance movement to a global force threatening male dominion.  Moderate Muslims don’t mind seeing women liberated; it doesn’t challenge their spiritual connection with God.  Radicals, however, see women’s liberation as a severe threat, and couch their resistance in holy language against this trend.  At its most extreme, radical Islamic terrorists will do anything, including justifying killing others and themselves, in order to stave off the loss of absolute male power in society.  That’s all it comes down to.  Actually, they are running scared.

We are looking at the death of patriarchy.  Terrorism done in its name is its last howl.

I’ve written before about feminine power rising in the world.  Feminine energy is called Yin.  Yin is rising.  Females all over the world are gaining in power, whether it be in a Westernized business model or a Third World clash in their roles in the household or tribe.

In Third World countries there are headlines about crackdowns against women who have formed grassroots organizations just in order to find jobs.  Men feel threatened about this and want to keep the women home, “in their place”.  In other Third World developments, women themselves are debating whether it’s better to stay veiled or not.  In developing nations such as China women are joining the workforce in unprecedented numbers and leaving agrarian societies in order to become more sophisticated city dwellers.  And in Westernized societies an amazing phenomenon is taking place in which woman are using their sexual power for their own gain – whether they use stripping to fund their college or medical careers, or choose to make their own sex tapes, or in various other ways flaunt it, sell it, and overturn the tables on what was traditionally a victim role for the pleasure and profiteering of males.  This is not an endorsement of that type of behavior; it is an observation. 

The point of this global social trend, far more powerful than simply Women’s Lib, is the fundamental meaning of the Age of Aquarius.  The Age of Aquarius is about equality between the sexes, which is at the very roots of democracy.  In the past, democratic societies such as ancient Greece and Colonial America held part of the population not free and equal, such as slaves, and in modern times, the feminine gender.  That is changing.  This rise of Yin does not mean the fall of Yang.  The equalization is being seen in certain nations such as the Scandinavian ones in which extreme male power has willingly given way to a balance.  The phenomenon of Mr. Mom is at the heart of such things.  The loss of jobs, creating circumstances in which men work from the home, or women begin cottage industries, or the breadwinner of the family is whoever has gotten the better paying job, is contributing to the worldwide phenomenon.

The central issue is that the force for equalization in the Age of Aquarius is unstoppable, and radical Islamic terrorism is fighting, not so much for a religious belief (whatever the rhetoric), as against the threat to the very existence of supreme male unquestioned authority.  The empowered female is their worst nightmare.  And, make no mistake, this is what some individuals would rather maim, kill or die for rather than relax into!

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1. When traffic is too slow: figure you’re being prevented from encountering an accident.

2. When you can’t reach someone on the phone: figure that your thoughts aren’t composed yet as well as might be.

3. When a client breaks an appointment at the last minute or arrives very tardy: figure they are inconsiderate and will need to learn a wisdom lesson sooner or later (not your job!); meanwhile, return to your Flow and allow your timetable to readjust.  Maybe you needed some Me time that day.

4. When payment is delayed: open your heart, but put pressure on too; it could be the mail, or it could be another’s irresponsibility.  Your “job” is to be a kind but firm Teacher.  Meanwhile, ask the Universe to provide for you elsewise.

5. When an email doesn’t go thru: look twice at what you’re trying to send, and make a correction or two.  Maybe the Universe is trying to help you.

6. When a pet stains or poops inappropriately: accept nature but modify your set-up to better accommodate the non-humans among us.

7. When a human relationship is “impossible”: set a boundary line, name it (at least to yourself), then go within and find a neutral emotional place.  Figure you’re learning to master emotions.  Review what empowering changes could be made on your part.

8. When a tempting morsel of food calls: consider its “return on investment”, then take a bite or two to quell the urge, and put the rest aside.  Remember, when the calories in that single candy or chip are stretched out over many days or weeks, you’ve given yourself a chance to metabolize it in a much better proportion.  It’s not a diet then, it’s a training regime.

9. When you’ve hit Writers Block: take a power nap.  The right brain will come to the forefront and offer suggestive images or potent feelings.  It’s like hitting the Refresh button.

10. When life seems utterly challenging: smile, and figure “That’s what I signed on for!”  Then ask your Higher Self to steer for awhile.  “Let go and let God.”

 

Soon, you’ll feel more space in your mind and more flow in your activities.  The intuitive listening factor will open wider, and you’ll be amazed by all the “little miracles” that start happening.  Notice that this advice is not saying to meditate.  Meditation is great!  It’s a healing and centering modality.  But until you can do moving meditation continually as the masters do, figure it’s best just to handle your day in normal awareness, simply tweaking the moments of it until you reach the ability to stay on a level plane for the maximum amount of your time.  Fear, anger and anxiety only bring disease.  Might as well stay healthy!  All is perfect.  Everything is chosen.  Go with the Flow.  Become the New Human.

 

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