Energy Patterns for September 2003

Major Waveform Patterns:

Sep 1st to the 15th -- on again, off again, almost a storm.
Sep 16th to the 18th -- definitely some down time.
Sep 19th to the 26th -- the big blow of the month.
Sep 27th to the end of the month -- a lot of Pluto activity.

An online ephemeris for the month is available.

As I said on the Current Transits page, September is an extremely volatile month. The waveforms can transform quickly, with 100+ unit swings in strength in only a few hours time. Many of the Koz Alert waveforms happen so fast, emerging from nearly noise level graphs and then returning later in the day, that they don't even show up in the midnight graphs. It was only when I turned to an hour-by-hour analysis that I realized how many fireworks displays there were. Realize that it's hard to pin down and categorize the prevailing energy patterns given all this volatility -- take my descriptions with a grain of salt.


Sep 1st to the 15th

For lack of a better viewpoint, I'd lump the 1st to the 15th in one loose storm pattern, although this pattern is all over the map. The waveform varies widely in strength from 344 units (extremely weak) to 517 units (a low Koz Alert), with bursts of energy that are often 12 hours long or less. The harmonics look like a noisy mess, though there is more substance to the waveform after the 5th -- H12, H24, H36, H48 and some weird noise frequencies dominate the graphs. The energy seems to be concentrated around 11 to 12, 0 to 2 and 16 to19 degrees of each zodiac sign, indicating a number of groups of planets operating independently. Check if any of these critical degrees affect your birthchart. You're apt to feel like you're being pulled in conflicting directions for some time. Many of the important planetary groupings now are things like oppositions and T-squares, which make contradictory demands on us. The pull between everyday living and the deeper drives of the psyche/soul are hard to balance, but suggestive of changes to come. Decisions may be looming around the 3rd to the 5th, while the full moon on the 10th could be quite rough. Stay calm and receptive to new directions.

The printout of waveform graphs I was studying didn't look too impressive for the first week of September, so it was a bit of a surprise to see the pattern blossoming into a Koz Alert on the morning of the first. As is common this month, the relative calm of midnight is often a powerful storm by noon. We are building up to the Sun-Saturn-Neptune Yod that peaks between the 3rd and the 5th, which puts us at the crossroads where decisions must be faced. The other potent grouping is Jupiter opposite Mars and Uranus, a very disruptive and energizing influence. Get the month off to a rousing start -- the energies may be rather fitful at times.

Sep 16th to the 18th

The 16th to the 18th is a brief transition period between the two halves of the month. The waveform moderates slightly in power, varying from 380 to 490 units -- we could use the breather. Harmonics include H24, H48, H12 and some noise -- none too organized and slightly on the challenging side of things. Points of emphasis include 0 to 2 and 11 degrees. With Chiron standing still on the 17th, this may be a time to face old issues that are holding you back. Neptune is also quite active now, adding an air of unreality to the proceedings and not always in a pleasant way. Go easy on yourself during this time. Things are in flux and beating up on yourself for your "failings" is part of the problem, not the solution. Late in the day on the 18th, the energy picks up dramatically.

Sep 19th to the 26th

The 19th to the 26th is the next storm pattern, though it may feel rather scattered at times. The waveform is in the 390 to 546 (mid Alert level) unit range, quite an upturn in intensity for us. The harmonics are mostly H24 and H12, somewhat stressful, but with moments when things go harmoniously. The peaks in the waveform start the week at 11 degrees of each sign, drifting towards 16 degrees by the end of the week; 28 to 29 degrees are also active. With all this activity, it may be tough to keep your mind on straight, especially since Mercury is standing still on the 20th. Confusion is just par for the course now. You may encounter some unexpected surprises that require you to act quickly. These "gotchas" actually work out well in the end, so quit complaining about them. The new moon on the 25th marks another change in direction, with practical demands needing attention.

Sep 27th to the end of the month

The 27th to the end of the month is a continuation of the storm energies, though by now they are more consolidated and organized in nature. The waveform operates in the 391 to 504 unit area, moderate energy overall. The harmonic picture is mostly H12, H48 and H4 -- generally positive, but it can be stressful at times. The zodiac regions around 16 to 17, as well as 28 degrees, are most active. The dominant planet at month's end is clearly Pluto. Coupled with the direct station of Mars on the 27th, this could lead to some highly dramatic and transformative events. Deep overhaul is possible and it's not likely to be much fun either, unless you're geared up to handle it. Tell you ego to slip into the back seat for awhile, as more powerful cosmic forces are in control.

Yep, that big peak in the graph is Pluto. There's a grave intensity about the last few days of the month, as Pluto homes in on you. This is also the day of the quintile with Uranus and another quintile with the Sun (a kind of 5th harmonic fan), which adds a very quirky overtone to the energy. Pay attention to the hints and whispers on the fringes of your awareness. There's much going on below the level of the conscious mind that you can dimly tap into to, a kind of wisdom that goes very deep to your core. It may not always be welcome advice (Uranus and Pluto tend to overturn your apple cart quite often), but it has a ring of truth to it. Make what sense of it that you can and store the rest in your memory for later. Some of it will only fall into place when you're ready for it. This influence continues into early October...