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7. Saturn Aspects - the Disciplining of Consciousness.

Saturn-Uranus. Discipline and independence, unite. These energics are very different and can lead to inner and outer conflict if they fight each other. Uranus needs to be free-ranging while Saturn demands duty and adherence to traditional rules. Trouble will rise with the conjunction and hard aspects if these two extremes fight for control. There could be problems with authority figures, an inability to stick at a job, or a sense of always having one's individual rights trampled upon. The ideal is to balance these two forces, which happens with maturity (facilitated by the easy aspects). Then traditional values can be emphasised when it is appropriate to do so and innovation applied at other times. Learning to compromise and to get one's timing right is essential. But overall, there is a talent for science, technology and computing and the ability to be successful professionally with information technology.

Saturn-Neptune. Discipline and spiritual-sensitivity unite, giving the potential to be both practical and other- worldly. This means that if there is musical or artistic talent or an orientation towards the spiritual life; the ability exists to give these expressions form and to make something practical and long lasting. These forces, when functioning together amicably bring balance between the intuitive and rational sides of the nature. But hard aspects and the conjunction indicate that discipline and spiritual-sensitivity fight. The cautious and conservative side wants to control the artistic-spiritual urges. Sometimes one side will dominate and then the other. Balancing these two will ensure one's forays into the metaphysical world will be sensible. False teachers will be quickly exposed because the cynical side can quickly spot a charlatan. Overall, there is an ability to manifest one's talents and spiritual aspirations practically.

Saturn-Pluto. Discipline and wilfulness unite. This is a very powerful mix of energies and can cause serious trouble if the forces are not handled correctly or are misused. This is more likely with the conjunction and hard aspects. Frustration can give an urge to force one's way through obstacles. If the “obstacles” happen to be people, it can bring a serious or even a dangerous backlash. This combination gives a very wilful nature that does not like to take instructions from anyone - it considers itself to be the law! To get on with people, these traits need to be reined in. Positively expressed, it gives leadership power and organising talent. Qualities that can bring success if duc humility is expressed.

Saturn-Vesta. Discipline and purification unite. Easy aspects accentuate positive executive skills, the ability to dedicate oneself to a task and to see it religiously through to completion. Occasional retreats to recuperate one's energies will be beneficial. The conjunction and hard aspects indicate a tendency to overdo things, carrying duties and work too far so that exhaustion sets in and health problems start. Alternatively, low self- esteem and fears about life may require attention. Going into retreat to address and heal emotional problems is required. This will help to clarify one's life purpose, give better structure to the life and greater confidence to move forwards.

Saturn-Juno. Discipline and marriage unite. Those with this combination take their vows seriously. A commitment is a contract to be honoured and endured through, despite what may come. Challenges will arisc with the conjunction and hard aspects. The potential exists to be too controlling, possessive and jealous. Or putting one's ambitions ahead of the partnership so that resentment arises. Disappointments may cause one to be “married” to the job to avoid what is going on at home. Balance and giving greater consideration to the partner's needs is required. Easy aspects indicate that the right balance can be struck and that the partner will appreciate having the practical side of the partnership well-managed.

Saturn-Ceres. Discipline and nurturing unite. Early home life was probably well disciplined and organised. Family traditions were observed and duties and responsibilities were allocated and had to be attended to. If this was also accompanied with kindness and concern (the casy aspects), healthy self-esteem would have developed and a mature approach to life. However, if there was meanness, coldness and punishment, if one was rejected and this has not healed; lingering low self-esteem and self-doubt will blight the life. The key here is to provide the nurturing that was missing. Therapy will help.

Saturn-Pallas. Discipline and mental-creativity unite. When this combination works well (easy aspects), it gives the ideal characteristics for professional success - a hard work ethic, intelligence and ability to clearly see the pathway ahead and to make the right decisions at crucial times. There is also a creative and visionary flair. Hard aspects and the conjunction indicate problems at work because of rigidity of ideas and an unwillingness to compromise and negotiate. The challenge is to learn from difficult experiences and apply the wisdom gained to be more accepting of other people and their ideas in the future.

Saturn-Chiron. Discipline and healing-wisdom unite. This is similar to the Saturn-Ceres combination. Early discipline applied with meanness, coldness and punishment (conjunction and hard aspects), rejection by a parent, will cause deep emotional wounds. If these are not healed, it will be difficult to have intimate relations with people in the future. A steely self-defence shield will prevent love and emotions getting through or out. In such a case, therapy should be sought from a wise and patient healer and counsellor. But overall, the potential exists to be a wise authority, counsellor/ healer. For some, this comes naturally. For others with hard aspects, it seems they have to overcome adversity first to gain the necessary insight and wisdom.

Saturn-Nodes. Discipline and spiritual-progression unite. Saturn conjunct north-node and casy aspects. The soul has issued a challenge - to take responsibility for the life and personal growth and to move forward and away from past negative lifestyles and habits. If this does not happen spontaneously (Saturn on the south- node and hard aspects), then adversity in some form or an illness may occur, to force a reassessment of the life and consequent movement in the right and higher direction. Past-life karma to do with the sign and house Saturn is in needs addressing. Overall, Saturn involved with the nodes indicates the importance of attending to one's life duties.

Saturn-Asc, Discipline and new beginnings unite. Saturn represents karma and the connection to the ascendant indicates that because of unwise actions in the past (life), conduct is being monitored to ensure it is upright and proper. Saturn imbues the nature with a sense of duty and responsibility and the way life is approached will be shaped by this. Importance will be placed upon tradition and conservatism. The demeanour will be reserved, serious and dignified. People will see this and give due respect for the hard-work ethic and common-sense values being demonstrated. While this holds true for the conjunction and hard aspects, there will also be rigidity. Feelings of insecurity and rejection will inhibit self-expression, which can be defensive. Such demonstrations will cause the public to lose respect. The remedy is to be kind, generous and gentle with oneself and extend this to others. Positively, this combination offers spiritual growth and influence if the opportunities provided are successfully dealt with and integrity is displayed.

Saturn-MC. Discipline and higher-goals unite. This combination indicates that professional success will be achieved by working hard in the chosen career and attending to all duties and responsibilities. This will gain the respect of those whose influence counts and success will duly follow. However, Saturn puts a caveat on this promise - the conjunction and hard aspects. If the ambitions are accompanied with greed and a desire for power so that the Laws of Love or the morals or laws of man are violated; this will bring retribution and a fall from grace. Being honest and humble is essential. But generally, there will be an attraction to government or conservative professions that carry responsibility - and the ability to succeed in these.

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