Last Week in Astro Archive Feb 5-11,17

Last Week in Astrology Archives Feb 5-11, 2017

February 5 to 11, 2017

A FULL MOON LUNAR ECLIPSE occurs on Friday, February 10, 2017, at 11:19 PM EST. On Friday night, a Full Moon occurs, when the Sun in Aquarius forms an opposition with the Moon in Leo. The Full Moon is a time of culmination and the promise of fulfillment of that which was started at the New Moon. It is an emotional time – a time of romance, fertilization, and relationships.

This Full Moon is especially potent, as it is a Lunar Eclipse. Lunar eclipses are relationship-oriented. The “crisis” that these eclipses tend to elicit is a crisis of lack – a time when we suddenly recognize a great need or want. The impact of the crisis can act to sever a relationship – it’s possible. But it can also bring two people together with a sudden awareness of a great need for each other. Although Lunar eclipses are more relationship-oriented than Solar eclipses, they are not always about relationships between two people. They can trigger awareness of need in other areas of our lives, such as our relationship to work, to our health and bodies, and so forth. This is a time when matters come to light – things that have been brewing under the surface.

This Lunar Eclipse presses us to look more closely at our needs, lacks, and wants in our lives. The Leo-Aquarius polarity deals with the balance between the personal (Leo) and the impersonal (Aquarius). The energy of Leo is creative self-expression and the boost to the individual ego that we receive through pleasure and romance, while Aquarius rules the group, more impersonal friendships, and objectivity. This Full Moon urges us to strike a balance between romance and friendship, and between expressing ourselves in personal and impersonal ways. The Leo Moon is proud and intensely individual—not content with simply being just one of the team. The Aquarius Sun, while individualistic as well, values independence and the “team.” The Full Moon illuminates this conflict. Some sort of crisis (which can be a crisis of consciousness) or sudden awareness of a lack in our lives provides us with a golden opportunity to explore our emotional needs within the context of the house polarity where the eclipse occurs in our natal charts. Relationships may be challenged, broken, or strengthened dramatically at this time. Our discovery is emotionally charged and dramatic. Epiphanies are likely at this time as we become acutely aware of our lack. This understanding can propel us into positive action.

Eclipses are tied to changing circumstances. However, we are usually the ones to precipitate or to attract changes because our “inner guides” know that we need it. Human beings are progressive by nature, and although we might stay in situations that are making us miserable for longer than we should, deep down inside we know that change is necessary for growth.

With the Moon full and bright in the sky, symbolic “illumination” occurs in our own lives. However, these new feelings and revelations are emotional ones, as emotions burst forth into our consciousness. It’s time to express ourselves and to let things out of our systems. Of course, we might want to exercise some care while doing so, knowing that what is coming out of us is new and not particularly rational as yet. Full Moons are about exposing or illuminating issues that are already there, but that have not yet been dealt with.

When a Full Moon occurs, we can suddenly burst forth with proclamations and outpourings that seem fresh and new, simply because they are not yet rationalized. A Lunar eclipse is a more potent Full Moon, and its effects tend to last longer. The effects of a Lunar eclipse last approximately six months.

Full Moons and Lunar Eclipses bring issues in our lives to fulfillment. Our emotions are heightened, and there is often some sort of drama involved with the house, sign, and any contacted planets activated by the Full Moon. Look at 22-23 degrees of Leo/Aquarius in your own chart. This Lunar Eclipse gives us a cosmic push to make needed changes in our lives. The areas of life activated by the eclipse may see dramatic turns, after which the path is clear to move forward. Note that whatever “happens” at this time is nothing truly new. The issues have been brewing inside of us, and emotions have been building. Something comes to light at the time of the Full Moon, and if we get in touch with our emotions, we can get a better idea of what needs to change, or what needs to go.

Lunar Eclipse Full Moon Chart on February 10, 2017

This phase of the Moon occurs at 22 degrees and 28 minutes of Leo opposite the Sun at 22 degrees and 28 minutes of Aquarius, affecting people born with personal planets and points at approximately 17 to 27 degrees of the Fixed signs (Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius) most significantly.

Moon Phase Cycle: Bigger Picture

Jan 27, 2017, 7:07 PM Sun Conjunct Moon (New Moon)
Feb 3, 2017, 11:19 PM Sun Square Moon (First Quarter Moon)
Feb 10, 2017, 7:33 PM Sun Opposition Moon (Full Moon)
Feb 18, 2017, 2:33 PM Sun Square Moon (Last Quarter Moon)
Feb 26, 2017, 9:58 AM Sun Conjunct Moon (New Moon)

(Times are Eastern)

The Sun is in Aquarius; Mercury is in Capricorn until the 7th when it enters Aquarius; Venus is in Aries; Mars is in Aries.

The Sun is in Aquarius from January 19-February 18. During this cycle, we are motivated by our hunger for knowledge, experience, and originality. Innovation is more important to us than convention. We become more aware of what is outdated in our lives, and we strive to find new perspectives and new ways to do things. The class distinctions, structure, and order that Capricorn finds appealing now seem to be too rigid. The freedom of the individual becomes far more significant to us. We strive to free ourselves from some of the restrictions, inhibitions, and limitations that now feel constraining rather than safe.

Mercury is in Capricorn from December 2-January 4 and then January 12-February 7. When Mercury is in Capricorn, our thinking is methodical and our focus is sober and practical. It is easier to concentrate on the task at hand under this influence. Our conversations may be quite realistic or focused on business/practical matters. Our thought patterns and communication styles become more logical, orderly, and organized. We are more able to sort out what is relevant and essential. Realism enters the picture, our speech is no-nonsense, and precision becomes important to us. We need to be wary of becoming too rigid in our thinking. We may come across as cold or harsh. For some, there is a fine line between realism and pessimism.

Mercury is in Aquarius from February 7-25. When Mercury is in Aquarius, we are hungry for knowledge and open to new and original ideas. We begin to think outside of the box, and our thinking becomes more progressive and objective. Our communication and thought patterns are spontaneous, somewhat fragmented, and liberal. This is a time when inventive thinking is at a peak.

Venus is in Aries from February 3-April 2 and then April 28-June 6. In Aries, love is spontaneous and direct. The chase is very exciting to us under this fiery influence. We are bold, fresh, and a little impatient when it comes to matters of the heart. We don’t look back with Aries energy. We are not interested in saying sorry or dwelling on the past. It’s a brand new day! It’s time to make things work right now. Aries is known for a love of the chase and the conquest, but Aries love can be longstanding as long as it remains relatively fresh. Aries is blunt–there’s no sugar-coating with Aries. This can sting, but rarely is Aries energy mean or petty. Saying it like it is is important to Aries. Desires are strong and expressed spontaneously, enthusiastically, and directly. Aries prefers to seduce rather than be seduced, to chase rather than be chased.

Mars is in Aries from January 28-March 9. Mars feels at home in one of the signs that it rules, Aries, and therefore its power is boosted. Our energy is spontaneous, forward-looking, and even courageous under this influence. Our competitive spirit is well-developed, and our goal is to win! We are active, single-minded, and confident. Our actions are direct–we instinctively find the fastest way to get from point A to point B. The shadow side of Mars in Aries is a tendency to be impatient, arrogant, impulsive, short-lived, unreflective, and self-centered.

Saturn transits Sagittarius from December 23, 2014, to June 14, 2015, and then from September 17, 2015, to December 20, 2017. Read about Saturn’s transit through Sagittarius here.

Jupiter entered Libra on September 9th and will transit Libra until October 10, 2017. Read about Jupiter in Libra here.

Uranus entered Aries on March 11th, 2011. The urge to start fresh, to break free from restrictive attitudes or circumstances, to totally redesign an area of our lives (or even our personalities), and to gain freedom through independence is strong with Uranus in Aries.

Romance & Relationships

Venus is in Aries from February 3-April 2 and then April 28-June 6. In Aries, love is spontaneous and direct. The chase is very exciting to us under this fiery influence. We are bold, fresh, and a little impatient when it comes to matters of the heart. We don’t look back with Aries energy. We are not interested in saying sorry or dwelling on the past. It’s a brand new day! It’s time to make things work right now.

Aries is known for a love of the chase and the conquest, but Aries love can be longstanding as long as it remains relatively fresh. Aries is blunt–there’s no sugar-coating with Aries. This can sting, but rarely is Aries energy mean or petty. Saying it like it is is important to Aries. Desires are strong and expressed spontaneously, enthusiastically, and directly. Aries prefers to seduce rather than be seduced, to chase rather than be chased.

This week: Venus forms fewer aspects than usual this week and the next. Its movement is apparently slower as it moves closer to its retrograde cycle (Venus will be retrograde in Aries and Pisces from March 4-April 15). On Friday, we are expressing our affections meaningfully with our words and gestures. There can be romantic overtures, clarifications, and interesting connections made now.

Venus, the Goddess of Love: Highlights in the Coming Week:

Venus in Aries Romance at the drop of a hat is part and parcel of the cycle you have just begun. Winning the hearts of others can be a challenge you’re eager to accept – and the thrill of the chase might be most of the fun. Is it the pursuit of happiness – or the happiness of pursuit?

Venus square Saturn January 27. Feeling unsatisfied, isolated, and unloved. Personal relationships are likely to be strained as we express our affections cautiously and sparingly. If we believe we are not getting what we want in love, we attract negative situations and challenges in our relationships. This is not a good time to begin a new relationship–new ones begun now are likely to be stamped with themes of duty and restriction.

Venus contraparallel Mars January 29. Passions are stimulated and intense. Fine line between love and hate. Competitiveness. Questions are raised or ultimatums made.

Venus parallel Chiron January 30-31. Healing energy is brought to love relationships, and a new cycle begins. A commitment-friendly transit. Love can heal old wounds. We are open to romantic feelings, and more willing to act upon them. This is a good time to make a resolution to repair, heal, and improve relationships.

Venus sextile Mercury February 10. Favors playfulness in love and enhanced communication between partners. Romantic overtures, expressions of love and affection, making new social contacts. This is a time when promises, pledges, and clarifications (usually very positive!) are made in love relationships.

Venus parallel Uranus February 17-18. We embrace all that is new, unusual, and out-of-the-ordinary with regards to romantic involvements. We lose our fear of taking risks at this time. We are ready to experiment, but not necessarily ready to commit. Peculiar, sudden, or avant garde attractions. This is an exciting but unstable energy. Friendship in love relationships becomes more important.

Venus semi-square Mercury February 23. Communications between lovers may feel superficial or unsatisfying, and perhaps awkward. We may be especially sensitive to what’s being communicated now.

The Void of Course Moon is the period of time after the Moon has made its last aspect in one sign until the Moon enters a new sign. During Void of Course Moon periods, it is generally wise to stick to routine rather than to begin new projects. The last aspect the Moon makes before changing signs is indicated here and is indicative of the “outcome” of the matter (whether that is a new project begun before the void period or the answer to a question in Horary Astrology). Void of Course in Horary Astrology: If you were asking a question and making a chart for the answer, as you do in Horary astrology, it is said that since the Moon is not looking forward to any more aspects in this sign, you would have to say that the answer is not forthcoming; any questions asked at this time would not come to pass. The Moon being Void is one of the Strictures against Judgment in Horary Astrology.

The Void-of-Course Moon this Week:

Void-of-course Moon on Monday, February 6th, from 5:54 PM EST, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (an opposition to Saturn), until the Moon enters Cancer the next day, Tuesday, February 7th, at 2:03 AM EST.

VOC Moon on Wednesday, February 8th, from 5:01 PM EST, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a square to Jupiter), until the Moon enters Leo the next day, Thursday, February 9th, at 4:42 AM EST.

VOC Moon on Saturday, February 11th, from 12:54 AM EST, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a trine to Saturn), until the Moon enters Virgo at 8:53 AM EST.

Void of Course Moon – February 2017

Void of Course Moon Table – February 2017

Timing with the Moon – Better Periods this Week for Electing New Initiatives

The Moon is waxing this week until the Full Moon on the 10th — a period that is generally considered favorable for new beginnings, with exceptions. (See Best Time to Start a Business for more details). The Moon is waning this week after the Full Moon on the 10th — a period that is generally considered unfavorable for new beginnings, again with exceptions.

According to principles of timing with the Moon, a window of opportunity occurs from Friday, February 10th at approximately 8:40 PM EST, until Saturday, February 11th, at approximately 12:50 AM EST, while the Moon is in Leo. This occurs shortly after a Lunar Eclipse, however, so that it’s fine for a work in progress but not a brand new beginning.

Planetary Stations & Sign Ingresses:

Dec 29, 2016 4:29 AM
Uranus Direct
Jan 3, 2017 2:46 AM   Venus enters Pisces
Jan 4, 2017 9:17 AM   Mercury Rx enters Sagittarius
Jan 8, 2017 4:42 AM   Mercury Direct
Jan 12, 2017 9:03 AM   Mercury enters Capricorn
Jan 19, 2017 4:24 PM   Sun enters Aquarius
Jan 28, 2017 12:39 AM   Mars enters Aries
Feb 3, 2017 10:51 AM   Venus enters Aries
Feb 6, 2017 1:52 AM   Jup Rx
Feb 7, 2017 4:35 AM   Mercury enters Aquarius
Feb 18, 2017 6:31 AM   Sun enters Pisces
Feb 25, 2017 6:07 PM   Mercury enters Pisces
Mar 4, 2017 4:09 AM   Venus Rx
Mar 9, 2017 7:34 PM   Mars enters Taurus
*** Daylight Saving Time begins ***
Mar 13, 2017 5:07 PM   Mercury enters Aries
Mar 20, 2017 6:29 AM   Sun enters Aries
Mar 31, 2017 1:30 PM   Mercury enters Taurus

See also: Astrology of Today – an overview of the day.
See also: The Astrology of 2017 – Overview.

Note: Times given Eastern Time (ET).

This Week’s Calendar

This Week in Astrology Calendar – February 5 to 11, 2017

This Week’s Aspects

Sun sextile Uranus. We are willing to adapt to new circumstances, ideas, and unfamiliar situations. It’s a good time to join organizations and groups and to attend meetings or social events, as these can be enlightening. We can find creative solutions to problems now and effect positive changes. Flexibility is the key to success under this influence.

Mercury sextile Venus. It’s easy to make social connections under this influence. This transit favors diplomacy, charm, social graces, negotiations, presentation of ideas, romantic overtures, teaching, business deals, publishing, commerce, public relations, and joint ventures or partnerships. It is often a time when promises and clarifications are made in love relationships.

Sun trine Jupiter. This influence is about growth and expansiveness. We are more aware of moral issues, and have a desire to improve and learn. Optimism and confidence are basic elements in the energy of this transit. We are more willing to take a risk or two, and we are motivated by a desire to impress others. Enthusiasm runs high, and cooperation comes easy. This is generally a good time to schedule new beginnings in business, education, personal relationships, marriage, creative projects, and so forth, all things equal.

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FEBRUARY 5

The Moon is in Gemini all day and stimulating our curiosity. The Gemini Moon harmonizes with Mars in Aries this morning, awakening our impulses and stirring our passions in pleasant ways. This influence encourages taking action on our feelings. We are both resourceful and independent. The Moon’s square to Neptune late afternoon can stimulate wistfulness or emotional confusion. We make a detour from the middle road now. Jupiter moves to a station as it gets set to change directions. Jupiter’s retrograde starts early tomorrow and will last just over four months. During this cycle, slowing down projects or plans may be appropriate to gain perspective. Jupiter retrograde can feel a little like a prominent Saturn until we adjust to its energies, wherein we place a little less faith in the universe and more into our efforts. We bring our expectations closer to earth.

FEBRUARY 6

Jupiter’s yearly retrograde begins today and will continue until June 9th. During this cycle, recognizing areas of excess or extravagance can help us. We may need to slow down certain endeavors if they’ve been moving too quickly, or this happens naturally. Some enthusiasm may wane as certain realities of time and energy set in. The Gemini Moon continues to spark our desire to talk, reach out, and exchange ideas. Its harmonious aspects to Uranus and Jupiter encourage sociability and inclusion, but its opposition to Saturn this evening reminds us of our duties and the constraints of reality.

A void of course Moon occurs from 5:54 PM EST, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (an opposition to Saturn), until the Moon enters Cancer the next day, Tuesday, February 7th, at 2:03 AM EST.

FEBRUARY 7

After an extended stay in the sign of Capricorn, Mercury enters Aquarius today, where it will transit until February 25th. While Mercury is in Aquarius, we are hungry for knowledge and open to new and original ideas. We begin to think outside of the box, and our thinking becomes more progressive and objective. Our communication and thought patterns are spontaneous, somewhat fragmented, and liberal. This is a time when inventive thinking is at a peak. We are seeking truth and not afraid to stir up some controversy in order to find it. We are less impressed with what is tried and true, and more interested in improvement and innovation. The Moon enters Cancer early in the day – at 2:03 AM EST. We seek out comfort and familiarity today with a Cancer moon, although this may be in conflict with our desire for new experiences with Venus and Mars in Aries.

The void Moon ends when the Moon enters Cancer at 2:03 AM EST.

FEBRUARY 8

The Moon in Cancer turns an ongoing T-square involving Jupiter, Pluto, and Uranus into a loose Grand Square today. With much attention to our relationships, careers, and personal plans recently, a push for considering our emotional needs occurs now, although conflicts ensue as we do. We are driven to take action, innovate, and make changes. The Cancer Moon is sensitive and dedicated to loved ones. We might take steps to make ourselves or our families more comfortable and safe today. We could commit to working through difficult problems now. This is a strong time for tapping into our inner genius or personal potential and putting it to work for us. We can be determined to take better care of ourselves.

A void of course Moon occurs from 5:01 PM EST, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a square to Jupiter), until the Moon enters Leo the next day, Thursday, February 9th, at 4:42 AM EST.

FEBRUARY 9

The Moon enters Leo this morning at 4:42 AM EST and is building towards full. The Full Moon occurring tomorrow is a Lunar Eclipse, and this can be a time of significant discoveries and epiphanies as we confront something that’s been hidden or buried. Fortunately, the Sun forms a sextile to Uranus today, stimulating willingness to adapt to new circumstances, ideas, and unfamiliar situations. Group connections can be enlightening. We might arrive at creative solutions to problems and make positive changes. This is a time for flexibility.

The void Moon ends when the Moon enters Leo at 4:42 AM EST.

FEBRUARY 10

Mercury forms a sextile to Venus today, encouraging social contact, negotiations, and clarification of feelings. This transit favors diplomacy, charm, social graces, presentation of ideas, romantic overtures, teaching, business deals, publishing, commerce, public relations, and joint ventures or partnerships. We’re inclined to verbalize or analyze our feelings and relationships. We might also communicate with more warmth and style. The Moon is in Leo all day, reaching full at 7:34 PM EST. This Full Moon is a Lunar Eclipse. Full Moons and Lunar Eclipses bring issues in our lives to fulfillment. Our emotions are heightened, and there is often some drama involved with the house, sign, and any contacted planets activated by the Full Moon. The areas of life activated by the eclipse may see dramatic turns, after which the path is clear to move forward. Something comes to light at the time of the Full Moon, and if we get in touch with our emotions, we can get a better idea of what needs to change, or what needs to go. Epiphanies are likely now and can propel us into affirmative action.

FEBRUARY 11

The Moon finishes its transit of Leo at 8:53 AM and moves into the sign of Virgo. The Virgo Moon stimulates a desire to get organized. We feel most secure when we feel needed. We are motivated to formulate plans and goals, and to get behind them fully. A Sun-Jupiter trine encourages a desire to grow, expand, improve, and impress. Whether it’s a business venture, friendship, attitude, or relationship, we are inclined to want to bring it to a new level. Optimism and confidence are core elements in the energy of this transit. Enthusiasm runs high, and cooperation comes readily.

A void of course Moon occurs from 12:54 AM EST, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a trine to Saturn), until the Moon enters Virgo at 8:53 AM EST.

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Moon Signs This Week:

When the Moon is in Gemini

Our basic instinct is to communicate, think, and learn under the influence of Moon in Gemini. We are motivated by a desire for variety and by an instinctive curiosity. The Moon in Gemini is light-hearted, breezy, and curious, but it can also be restless and fickle.

The Moon in Gemini generally favors the following activities: Mental and communicative actions, and more than one activity at once. Reading, learning, letters and emails, errands, writing, teaching, making connections, short trips.

When the Moon is in Cancer

The restlessness of the Gemini Moon gives way to an instinctive need for peace and quiet. A feeling of belonging and safety is what motivates us under this influence. The Moon feels right at home in the sign of Cancer, as it rules the sign. This Moon position has much healing potential. Although insular by nature, our feelings run deep, making it an ideal time to get in touch with what motivates us.

The Moon in Cancer generally favors the following activities: Domestic activities, those that involve awareness of personal needs. Home decor, family get-togethers.

When the Moon is in Leo

The Moon in Leo speaks to our “inner child”. It’s a warm, generous, whole-heartedly loving position. Pride keeps us from pettiness, but it can also prevent us from opening up and revealing how we are truly feeling. We are on stage, our feelings are grand, and we appreciate some drama in our lives. We are easily threatened by anything that seems to be impersonal. This is a time when we seek attention–when we want to stand out for our special qualities. It’s a strong time for romance and any creative activity as well.

The Moon in Leo generally favors the following activities: Creative activities, activities involving children, generous undertakings, undertakings in which personal recognition is desired, and risk-taking.

When the Moon is in Virgo

We instinctually gravitate towards practical activities under the influence of a Virgo Moon. In an urge to set things right, we might easily find ourselves re-organizing and rethinking plans. Emotional satisfaction comes from solving problems, making order out of confusion, and helping others. Health matters might come into focus. We notice the smaller parts that make up the whole, and instead of letting nagging details bother us, we might work on ironing them out so that we can feel more confident moving ahead.

The Moon in Virgo generally favors the following activities: Mental pursuits, work activities, services, and routines. Activities that would benefit from tending to details.

This Week’s Planetary Positions By Sign (General Trends)

Sun in Aquarius This is a time when your path of self-development and expression becomes more and more unusual – setting you apart from the crowd and from all that is traditional. The new, the futuristic, the high-tech are the hallmarks of your lifestyle as the cycle gets underway. Ideas and technologies that change the way people live – not just one person, but many – are a major new focus in your life. Involvement with ideals and idealistic groups enhances your sense of purpose and mission.

Mercury in Capricorn Figuring out how to organize projects and people is apt to become a topic of special interest – and a challenge – at a time like this. Opinions are not enough for you now: they must be backed by authority or evidence, and above all, they must have practical worth and application. A period of intense study and thought.

Mercury in Aquarius The tried and true doesn’t cut it anymore: it’s the new, the unique, and the original that catches and holds your interest now. Idealism, rationality, and critical thinking become more and more a part of your mental patterns and the way you communicate. You are inventive, original, high tech.

Venus in Aries Romance at the drop of a hat is part and parcel of the cycle you have just begun. Winning the hearts of others can be a challenge you’re eager to accept – and the thrill of the chase might be most of the fun. Is it the pursuit of happiness – or the happiness of pursuit?

Mars in Aries Fresh challenges and initiatives light your fires now, as a new cycle begins in your life – lots of energy, a powerful urge to be first or come out on top. Away with the old and on to the new – let no one and nothing stand between you and your objective! Headstrong impulses and rash courage can take you far … sometimes in harm’s way, if you’re not careful.

Jupiter in Libra The ties that bind, the harmonious integration of opposites, the perfect balance: these are the keys to your greatest opportunities now. Marriage and other close personal relationships tend to offer bright prospects, and you have a deep yearning to experience the fulfillment they can bring.

Saturn in Sagittarius The new phase now beginning in your life brings a need to break out of narrow concepts and legalistic philosophical or religious ideas. Remember: “A foolish consistency is the hobgoblin of small minds.” Opportunities to broaden your mental horizons may not come with ease, but they are essential if you are to avoid a kind of spiritual stagnation.

Uranus in Aries A clean break with the past in some respects is signaled by the cycle you have just begun. What YOU need, YOUR freedom and independence, shattering old molds: these are the things that energize you and take priority in your life. Uniqueness and originality set you apart.

Neptune in Pisces Things spiritual and psychic take the driver’s seat of your imagination as you begin a new cycle. The fine arts and all manner of fantasies assume a larger-than-life importance. Surrendering to fate, karma, and other powers greater than merely mortal may be seen as the ultimate liberation. If all is Maya (illusion), what is the reality that gives rise to the world of appearances?

Pluto in Capricorn As this new phase dawns for you, the pursuit of social/political power and status has a way of seeming necessary and inevitable – and let nothing stand in its way. It starts out small but has bigger consequences than you’d think. Ambition, responsibility, a place for everyone and everyone in their place…

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