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January 16, 2013 Daily Astro-LOA Flash: Asteroid 3811 Karma is conjunct the Draconic South Node until early February – perfect support for amping up awareness of your path. How? Start by noticing where you are headed and how you feel about it. Are you engaging in fresh new starts or hashing out old concerns? Living repeating patterns in health, relationship, career, or entering new territory? Visualize your journey now the way you want it to be. Ask: What has changed since April 2012? What hasn’t? What’s next?
I’m bumping this post below to put some attention on asteroid Karma again, and give us all a chance to see what’s changed since the last Karma/South Node (tropical) conjunction. Your thoughts are welcome! Note: the Draconic South Node is always on the Zero Degree Aries Point (0 Libra). Read more about that here . . .
Asteroid 3811 Karma is a main belt asteroid discovered Oct 13, 1953 by Liisi Oterma, a Finnish astronomer at Turku Astronomical-Optical Institute. She discovered over 200 asteroids and three comets, an inspirational women.
In the astrological chart it can be related to ‘consequences’, not in an ‘ouch’ way, but as in results. It’s interesting because ‘Karma’ is conjunct the South Lunar Node (tropical) at 6 Gemini this week. My take on the daily Astro Flash March 30, 2012:
. . . Through meditation and stillness, the old event comes to life with new meaning. You can vision it differently now, with creative outcomes and fortunate connections. The key is not to dwell; appreciate the beauty and move on.
I’ve gotten a lot of emails and posted questions on this asteroid so I thought I would muse a bit about it here.
Those who have my book Astrology and Aptitude – How to Become What you are Meant to be can read a short delineation. One way to get to a deeper understanding of 3811 Karma it to look at the origin of the word Karma. It is Sanskrit, from KARMAN or KAROTI, which means “to do” or “to work”. KARMA is a word and we attach meaning to it in the context of what we know, the usual being gleaned from Hindu or Buddhist “consequences of a person’s actions. Fate. Destiny. . . reaping what you sow.”
But, the word originally referred to the simple act of doing. In taking of action we have the RESULT, the consequences which will change our destiny (what we are creating in our lives.) NOTE: Karma isn’t the destiny, it is the action that leads to our ‘path’ as we walk it. We are deliberate creators. We decide. And with each thought, new worlds come into being.
In this sense, asteroid 3811 Karma is, by house, sign, aspect and transit, about ‘doing that which must be done.’ In the chart there is a kind of fulfillment, a ‘rightness’ when we activate that area of life. When the asteroid is activated in synastry (by another person’s placements) it can be that “the work or actions” of another trips our destiny switch. Being around that person when they are ‘doing’ their Karma could at times bring an epiphany or turning point. A realization. It’s a two way link that joins action with revelation.
Has anyone seen this in chart comparisons or by transit?
My natal Karma is 22 Gemini conjunct Mercury in the midst of my Gemini stellium so it’s hard for me to put my finger on it. I do to myself often things like, ‘I have to write! I have to teach!’ Perhaps there is something of the ‘doing’ that motivates my Mercury energy. I know a lot of clients and friends, and readers, that have personal planets very close to my Karma/Mercury. Interesting!
In a quick look at synastry charts I noticed that Amelia Earhart (who I did intensive research on for a case study many years back) had Neptune at 21 Gem 33. I was doing at lot of work (Karma) on her mysterious (Neptune) disappearance . . . The town where I have worked harder in my life than anywhere in the past for 20 years has Jupiter exactly opposite my Karma! And BIG results!
Looking at synastry contacts is very interesting. As in, ‘Will they be ‘hard work’? lol Seriously, as deliberate creators, we wouldn’t want to think that!
Thoughts? Where’s your asteroid Karma, and where is this Draconic South Node – 0 degrees of Libra – in your chart? Check the tutorial and ask if you need help!
Draconic SN conjunct my Sun/Moon midpoint.
Oh, I love those kinds of contacts. It makes me think of important connections coming into your life, ones that will make a lasting impression. Having Su/Mo on the zero degree Aries Point is very interesting to. Do you have a feeling for how that works out in your life? What house is it in?
Thanks Pam, for dropping by.
It happens in my eleventh house. I am in the process of a career change that will put me out in the world. I recently experienced my Karma return which was also in the eleventh house.
Here’s to a wonderful and dazzling time getting out there in the world. Sounds perfect!
Hi Kim,
in what house is your Gemini stellium?
Hi Helen. My MC is 24 Taurus and my 11th house cusp 29 Gemini, so it spans the 10th house
Mine’s in the 4th house. I return to work today – doing what must be done for my family as it’s sole breadwinner.
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Wow, that’s fitting, isn’t it. You’ve had a lot happening in the home-care-nurturing department too. I hope work goes smoothly and well. (you have a very cool job imho)
Thanks Kim – sometimes the best part is having a moment to chat with a patient in the anaesthetics bay just before they go in for surgery. It takes their mind off things and sometimes there’s a patient like one I had today. I asked her about her unusual surname and learnt about history – how after Bonnie Prince Charlie any Scots who immigrated to America were not allowed land grants, so they changed their surnames and denied their heritage. But the new surnames are still recognised by the original Scots Clans. We had such a lovely chat.
Wow, if I ever need surgery, I want you there! I can see how many people you help, just easing their minds and getting them in the right state before they ‘go under’. As a vet nurse for so many years, it always seemed to be ‘easy down; easy up.’ If they go under without resistance, recovery is often a lot smoother. And yes, what we can learn from those random chats!
0D Libra falls into my 9th House = New Horizons.
I love the 9th house – so expansive and freeing. are you doing any travel? Higher edu? Meditation group?
Even better! I am in the process of building my own business, I am looking to move into a more permanent home and I am looking for my lifemate.
All sound like new and wonderful horizons. Tally ho!
That’s interesting Kim. So, Karma then is conj my natal Sun 8 Gemini (actually between Sun 8 Gem and Venus 3 Gem) in the 10th house, and like you 0 Libra is in 2nd house.
April 2012 was a very important month especially the last ten days or so, both in business and romance. I will stay in tune and see what emerges now.
Thank you,
Liliane
Just reading your post is reminding me to look back to April 2012 . . . I had some ambitious goals and they are all coming to fruition. I think we (of the 2nd house Draconic South Node) will be seeing more resources coming in from efforts made, or seeds planted, back then
Thanks or dropping in.
Hi Kim.. Karma is in my 12th house right on the line between virgo and libra so it looks like 0 degrees in libra. With Draconic placement based on the south position described in your link above it talks about our reliance on others. This is perfect for me because I am going through this detachment of needing approval from family and a guy. Yes I wish they would approve me but I think what I am learning is I need to approve myself first before I honestly feel respected by these 2 groups if you will. I can’t tell you how revealing the last week has been in relation to these 2 groups and how I put myself down because of my need for them to acknowledge me or approve me the way I want. It’s time to approve me the way I want and it means letting go of family and this guy. It hurts and I am scared but I guess this is the process to growup! xo!!
Also, in regard to Jupiter you say it will activate the house it is transiting possibly releasing something from March – April 2012?.. is that correct?
Yes, (glad you brought this up also) Jupiter turns direct at 6 Gemini, where the Karma-node (tropical) was in March/April 2012, so it could reactivate that energy as well. Let’s take notes!
Alison, thank you so much for that. It’s such a strong realization, and so relevant.
You nailed it. To feel worthy, we have to approve of ourselves, period. If we are looking for someone else to approve or fulfill us, it will be an endless search. One we boost our own self-love and appreciation, and feel solid and worthy for who we are, then people can like, or not like, approve or not approve and still, we smile, because we are strong in our own sense of self.
It doesn’t mean we can’t have connections, bonds of love and friendship, family and intimacy. It just means that we are freeing others to have their own opinions and views. Dropping the ‘need’ means real relationships can be formed, not co-dependencies. (and it’s always a two way street – one needs to ask for approval, the other needs to grant it, or not. So when you cut out that dynamic, relationships can really grow.
There are some great articles on not ‘giving a rip’ what others think. I’ll find an example. So glad you brought this up. This one!
I have Karma at 5 Libra in my 2nd, loosely conjunct Pluto at 9 Libra, which means also conjunct the Plutos of those of similar age.
Given my taurean/10th/Saturn influences, having ‘to do’ the 2nd is not surprising.
However I’d describe the period between karma last conjunct the node (loosely conjunct my sun) and now, as one of the biggest periods of no matter how much I ‘do’ there are no results. Yes, yes, I did finish the phd, but there’s been a hell of a lot of other stuff I’ve invested much energy in trying to get to happen in that time. I’ve kind of given up trying to ‘do’ things right now. Or more specifically given up thinking doing things will generate results.
One of those things I’ve tried to make happen/trying to give up making happen is a person who’s karma is conjunct my Lilith/sun/moon midpoint. Their Chiron is there too.
Great to see you back Kim. I hope things are okay xxo
A quick look at other synastry and karma doesn’t seem to feature that prominently, except for from a few women I know all round the same age who also have Karma in early libra (they’re all older than me, a different cycle of karma).
However I know lots of people with Saturn in taurus/Gemini, and thus conjunct my stuff. I get the ‘work’ thing that way.
Interesting. I find these asteroid contacts seem to come in waves: A lot of Eros contacts, then it’s all Psyche, Then I notice Karma, or Pan, or Icarus etc in people I meet. I think we attract people to use for various reasons, and the planets activated reflect that reason. Again, with my Karma and Mercury conjunct, it’s hard for me to tell which planet (part of me) has called them in. Bit of a mix every time, I am sure!
I’ve not looked that much at asteroids in synastry. I quite like looking at the transit the marks the meeting. In hindsight it seems like they also indicate something about the relationship.
Thanks Shell, so appreciate your support.
And in all my haze have I properly stood up, tapped my water glass with a spoon and congratulated you publicly for completing your PhD? I’m definitely doing that right now. It’s a huge achievement and something to be massively proud of.
Sometimes the best thing to ‘do’ is to be. I’m reaching for other articles tonight but this one, on allowing, and this one on, well, basically more allowing, I find really supportive when trying to make things happen repeatedly hits the wall. I know 2012 was a work out; I’m seeing big shifts coming soon!
*takes a small bow*
Thanks Kim
xxo
Thanks for those links too. And yes, it is something about finding some balance in the need for something to happen and the just let it happen.
Karma return, seems like an interesting prospect.
Anyway … one foot in front of the other, let’s see where it leads.
Congratulations, Shell. Such an achievement, and well deserved. Or should i say, Dr Shell…
Thanks Mille, though not Dr Shell yet. Can’t claim that title till it is officially conferred.
Karma explained this way is much better! Thanks Kim. The DSN is in my 7th house and natally Karma 27º is conjunct natal Jupiter 25º in the 4th and trine my Asc.
However since April 2012 I have been struggling to make steps forward. Sort of collapsed with exhaustion, physical, psychological, emotional and just gave in to it, hoping that it would pass. Then spent months trying assorted remedies, pills, diet, acupuncture. Since Christmas dropped all the effort in maintaining strict diet my body needs to recover and so not feeling great (tired, difficult to focus/achieve things) So despite making attempts to do something new, ended up rehashing old concerns…disappointing!
Would the times when transiting Karma aspects natal Karma, ie trine,sextile etc…presenting any opportunities for greater insight into the actions we are taking/should take?
I think the Karma transits to natal Karma could well be inspiration points, esp when they are to natal Jupiter as well, but . . . with Karma conjunct Jupiter in the 4th (in Cancer? ) the feelings of exhaustion, lack of focus etc feels like it could be signs of a wrong-for-you goal or life situation. Jupiter there means enthusiasm is a must, especially in your home base, connections, relationships, and if that’s not in your life right now, that feeling of exuberance, it might be time to reassess everything. What are you tolerating? What makes you groan inwardly?
And, what does make you smile?
Maybe something in the ‘now’ needs releasing/reviewing/reneging and once that’s done, the enthusiasm bubbles up, ready for new ventures. ?
I have Karma contacts in synastry, ah my 3811 in Libra (intercept. 5th house) within 1° conj. to his Saturn/Neptune conj. and his Karma opposing with 1° orb conj. my Jupiter/Chiron conj.
Meeting him – after I had decided on change – changed my life in a positive way (teacher figure), but it’s like an uphill battle and I have the hardest time just letting things flow instead of making it happen now now now, but that man is a friggin brick wall if there ever was one
Wow, sounds so dynamic! That Saturn/Neptune link is potent, like having Saturn/Neptune on your intercepted Karma, all the time you’re around him. Talk about teaching present moment awareness.
Thanks for sharing this!
He is teaching me a lot (knowingly or not, who can tell, but does it matter?) and I am very grateful for his existance. If only I could stop trying to make things go faster then they are ment to be
Patience and trust in the process, especially when the results are manifesting sloooowly, are the hardest thing to learn. And telling the ego to shut up and trust your wisdom.
Dynamic … hehe … oh, well… that opposition hooks into his natal Chiron/Uranus opposition making it a grand cardinal cross and both Saturn/Neptun and Chiron/Uranus feed into my Yod (Jupiter/Chiron sextile Aqua MC both quinc. Virgo Moon).
Or if you accept wide orbs (6-7°), my natal Venus-Saturn opp is also on the Capricorn-Cancer axis.
We are talking MA here, both his Saturn and his Chiron are aspecting my Mars. And his teachers Chiron is aspecting his Saturn and Mars. Quite fitting, no?
You do Iaido iirc?
I use orbs you can drive a truck through.
10 degree in synastry for those opposition, esp when they for chart patterns or are ‘pulled in’ by other, closer aspects. My motto is, if it act like an aspect, it is an aspect!
I see synastry contacts as ‘permanent transits’. The other person is a transit chart that we are receiving, whenever they are around. Sounds like he totally activates your ‘hurry up’ vibe and then drags his heels
That is a lesson all in itself!
Yes, Iaido, though I train on my own now that the dojo has closed. A beautiful, meditative practice. You?
Karate, but teacher’s teacher is also doing Iaido and I had the opportunity to try it for an hour and a half. I am still practising the moves on occassion, even so I do not have a katana. Karate can really be a lot of things, depending on how you practice it and with whom, eh. Like with so many things, it all depends on the approach
Mine has definetly spiritual undertones.
Well, imo I feel the 7° Saturn-Venus square more then the return Saturn-Venus 1° sextile, but perspective, that could be because due to my opposition natally I am sort of oversensitive to the energy AND obviously I am not in the head of the other person or even that close. Lastly, he is my Art Teacher (Saturn/Neptune square Venus/Mercury now you can’t say that ain’t a positive use of a commonly not much loved aspect) and not the other way around.
This touches on an area of my chart without planets, and of which i have surface understanding only. Karma is at 6 degrees Kataka in the 8th House. It is true that i have experienced great dynamics of action and fate creation through my sexual partnerings, but i believe that is true for most people. I did once marry a Cancer and most certainly this was a partnership with tremendous learning and tremendous growth (obviously up to a point!) In fact this opposes Mars in Cap 2nd house and he ended up with my wealth, my home, due to not contributing materially in the nine years. It was long ago so no rancour and i can honour the invaluable growth and his partnership to my journey at the time, and mine for his.
However, my interest is in the meaning of Karma as a placement for me now and in the future. I am having Uranus opposing Uranus, Uranus on Merc-Chiron conjunction, Pluto on Mars, Mars on Venus and Saturn opposing Saturn so it is a great time for taking ideas to heart and soul. It’s a great time to grow afresh!
Maybe looking at when Pluto was directly opposite may be a way to begin thinking about that Karma spot moving forward, and also back when Uranus was at the 6 point? And also Saturn trining.
Sometimes something pops.
Thank you for those worthy study points. I’ll have to use an ephemeris to look back. Would you believe i never do that? I worry i’ll become freaked or judgmental or obsessively look for patterns. I always look now or forward. But speaking of Karma might be the right time for detached observation of the past. The Pluto one was not so long ago and several events and people propelled me into making small changes that are helping the big change i’ve been trying to effect.
Timely advice!!! Uranus will be at 6deg Aries soon. Much appreciated, Shell.
‘Those who don’t learn from history are doomed to repeat it’ feels like an apt thing to say just now.
Grow afresh indeed! Love this conversation. Thank you!
karma is pretty close to my sun moon mdpoint, 5 degrees after natal 0*MC in Sag. currently exactly trined by uranus and opposed by its ruler jupiterrr!!! i should be harnessing this some how! i dont know how though im just hearing about this! lol i would love some tips /advice if anyone can help….
What’s happening in your career, mission, profession world, Dni? Your life ‘out there?’ Any new horizons, ideas or inspirations?
well, i’m in university in another city miles away from the one that i grew up in. almost finished but no real idea what i want to do. i’ve always written. i guess i’m having a square off with neptune and the MC, so no wonder the confusion? i’ve been playing music more trying to start something[a band] there! i think i just have to keep at the writing stuff. i can’t see myself doing anything but some kind of social/environmental justice activism and writing. poetry essays whatever. maybe ill publish an essay this semester? i like making art paintings collages etc as well… also i’m well read astrologically like any normal aquarius moon, lol so theres that too… maybe its the mutual recepting saturn-pluto transits i’ve got now. this music thing, however, has been a dream for a while now, the whole art/vagabond scene beckons… i feel like my life/university is so boring, blegh
i was born in 89, i’m 7th h sun-mars virgo, 1st h aqua moon&nn/rising trine 8th h libra Rx mercury. which is at a tsquare with jupiter in cancer[5th]/chiron[6th] opposing saturn-neptune in [11th]cap.
by the way Thank you for asking! sorry that was extra hasty. ya know mars transiting the first having me act up ah! really though it’s a total honor, i think you’re brilliant!
Cheers, Dni! I don’t think you have to worry about ‘what’ to do . . . follow the Neptune lead with creative expression, music, service to others, all that. Neptune says, don’t label it . . live it. Tricky when we are raised in a society that likes ‘titles’. This is a go with the flow time, if there ever was one!
I forgot my jupiter is opposed my pluto…
Pluto libra@1, Jupiter aries@15, an exact sextile to my Psyche gemini@15 and trined my narcissus saggy@18….again Thank You so much for helping me understand this….if you think im on the right path here, i just wonder if we have work to be done together….hes encouraging me to write a book!
Follow those feeling of encouragement! Absolutely. Jupiter in ANY aspect to Pluto represents your buried treasures. You dig them up by developing the things you love
Hi Kim, I know this is a rather late comment but I had only recently started reading up on the asteroid 3811 Karma. My natal Karma is in my 4th house of home, family, ancestors, emotional ground at 4 Sagittarius. I interpret that to mean that working from home is beneficial, and that the work I am to do draws from my emotional experiences with family and past?
Aspects-wise, it’s squaring my Moon in Virgo, trining my Ascendant in Leo and semisextiling my Sun in Capricorn. Not sure about the square Moon but perhaps trine Ascendant means my work is tied up with publicity or rather how I appear to the world?
Obviously whatever is to be gleaned from Karma has to be balanced with all other aspects of one’s chart but this is all new information for me, and I’ve found it fascinating to ponder on the possibilities suggested by Karma and placing it in context with all I’ve learnt so far about my own life!
Thanks for providing such detail on the asteroid 3811 Karma, it seems to me that only you and Mystic Medusa discuss it to any decent degree!
Hi Silver,
I’m very interested that the full moon eclipse will be on your Karma, exact! (times are in the Tip o the Month for May). There will be a focus there, and a ‘getting correct’!
I’m glad the post has been insightful. We’re running a course on Purpose, Path and Power at GVA this year that will explore Karma, and other planets and asteroids, in depth.
Thanks for dropping by!