Midwinter Message: Time for Clarity

We are in the season of Imbolc (or Candlemas), the traditional midwinter holiday. Its theme is fire, purification and divination — that is, gathering information from the cosmos. On this occasion, I want to start by telling you why you want to be reading my professional level service.

Imbolc fire, Montauk, New York. Photo by Eric Francis.

Astrology is an ancient tool that is remarkably helpful in modern times. If I have developed a specialty over the years I’ve been doing this work, it is helping my clients connect with their creativity and sense of purpose.

This, in times of rampant confusion and creative anarchy, and a time in your life when you’re determined to accomplish your professional and creative goals; a time when you’re ready to focus your talent and get serious.

The way I do astrology cuts through the noise and gets to the point. If you’re seeking clarity, I suggest you see what my weekly readings offer. They come out every Friday for members of Planet Waves, providing you with reassurance that you’re on the right track, and timely, accurate information to help you correct your course if necessary.

All well-written astrology will be of some help, though the more refined and closer to your chart and your personal experience it is the better. I began Planet Waves in 1995 writing what are usually known as Sun-sign horoscopes — along the way publishing in some of the most widely-read publications in the English-speaking world. I am the astrology writer for the Omega Institute for Holistic Studies, the Harvard of the New Age.

Through many seasons of study, original research, client work, training and teaching, I evolved the ‘horoscope’ concept into something akin to an actual reading; something with depth, feeling and authentic relevance, respected by many who have no other interest in astrology.

Is this possible? My clients and website members will tell you that my interpretations help guide them through their decisions, their growth and their relationships. I don’t seek to provide ‘answers’ — my role is to help you find your own answers. In my consulting practice, I now focus on working with healers and creative professionals focusing their business goals, with great success. You can take advantage of my knowledge and experience by being a member of Planet Waves.

This week the Sun reaches the midpoint of Aquarius, which is one of the most potent turning points of the year. In the Northern Hemisphere, the days are getting longer, and getting some clarity in what you want now will come with extra leverage. The decisions you make, the ideas that come to you, the commitments that solidify, will have the power to take you far.

Planets are shifting into Pisces, which is favoring creative thinking, invisible connections and completing what was begun. One by one, planets are gathering in the last sign, stoking your imagination and the creative power of the cosmos. It’s a time to get clear with yourself but also to allow your vision to lead the way.

Saturn in Scorpio is providing discipline and some boundaries to work within. The Aquarius Sun is favoring cooperation — but don’t wait for others to take action. Act on behalf of your ideas, and take even one step to create the world of the life you want to create — and the universe will respond in kind.

Note, if you’re born with the Sun in Aquarius, or Aquarius rising, I have finished your birthday reading for 2013.

4 thoughts on “Midwinter Message: Time for Clarity”

  1. Every Friday when I read my Gemini horoscope I feel like Eric is sitting in the room with me channeling the personal message I need.

    Please pass along to Eric how much I admire his courage, wisdom and dedication to making the world a better place for us all to live. I know he is an Ascended Master come back to help us all move through these times of extraordinary change.

  2. Eric,

    Your work is so helpful. You are a healer and a very very inspired channel. I truly do not know how I would have navigated this past year without Planet Waves (I am a Gemini , Taurus rising, and Cancer moon).

    I purchased an all access pass again this year and I am sure it will be equally as informative. I find not only the astrology but your journalistic perspective gifted. I stopped reading the New York Times and other so-called journalism (with the exception of Amy Goodman, Chris Hedges and few other true journalist) since I subscribed to Planet Waves two years ago.

    Thank You — I am most grateful to share in your gift.

    — Janine

  3. “and the universe will respond in kind.”

    Every day, I wake up and say: I show up for my life and my life shows up for me.

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