Ceres Enters Gemini -July 31st-Dec 21st-

On July 31st the Asteroid Ceres moved into the ever curious and forever learning sign of Gemini!

​Overview
The main themes of Ceres is related to cycles (particularly feminine) of loss and return, the balance of nurturing (both yourself and others), motherhood, family relationships, and the inevitable separation and the grief that can come through living life.

In Greek mythology- Ceres is most closely linked to the goddess Demeter of harvest. As the mother of Persephone- with whom she had to give away for 1/2 of the year (as her daughter took her place as goddess of the underworld)- Demeter had to face grief and the ultimate surrender in embracing their separation to make space for the growth of her daughter.

This story ultimately captures one of the main themes of Ceres- the dual nature of life and how one can be grateful and grieving at the same time. For much like a mother happy for the love gained in a new child, she can also grieve the parts of herself she must release to make space for the new change. By honoring both, she allows herself to embrace the totality of her contrasting emotions-while also gaining wisdom, empathy and a greater sense of balance moving forward.

Ultimately, this asteroid over rules the balance of maiden and mother. The balance of caring for others while also caring and nurturing yourself in the way you need it most.

Ceres in Gemini
With this force moving into the sign of Gemini which is a dual sign represented by the twins- we come to understand the dual nature of life in which two can coexist in one space. Furthermore, the sign of Gemini itself is always in a constant state of growth and movement- after all it is air sign and mirrors it’s elemental tie. As such, if we embrace the unexpected with both delight and discovery we can gather the most from our experiences.

Keeping this in mind- allow you and others to shift, don’t hold onto things that don’t interest you, and let go of anything that weighs you down or makes you feel heavy. Choose to read and interact with things that uplift and excite you. Allow yourself to play in the magic of the unknown and allow the universe to show you that both the light and darkness serve to you a more well rounded and well lived universal experience.

With that- I hope this time period allows you to move through your emotions and feelings with a renewed reverence and acceptance for the things you cannot change. The enhanced ability to focus on what you can control, as well as a deepened respect and joy for the many unexpected things gathered along the way that serve to expand you past any of your perceived limitations or biases.

With lots of love,

Elysian on Earth