Mercury moves into Sagittarius: Giving Thanks


Posted on November 27, 2014 by Henry Seltzer of ASTROGRAPH.COM
 

Today Mercury moves from the darker depths of Scorpio into more jovial expansive realms of Sagittarius — and this is quite good timing for the Thanksgiving Holiday here in the U.S. With the Sun, Venus, and Mercury all in Sagittarius, it is a good weekend for socializing and enjoying time with those you love most. This is coincided by Venus making a trine to Uranus, and this morning the Moon marked the midpoint between them in Aquarius. Venus trine Uranus speaks of excitement and heightened expression in social realms, as well as appreciation for individual gifts and ways of loving. With the Moon in the picture there is an emphasis on nurturing and emotional presence. As we contemplate the nature of what it means to feel grateful, may we be reminded of an adage that is appropriate for every day of the year: "I'm not grateful because I'm happy, I'm happy because I'm grateful."
Studies have begun to appear all over the world, and gratitude is the focal point- what does it mean to practice gratitude, and how can it positively affect an individual's health and happiness? Here are a few links if you'd like to explore more on the topic:

Expanding Gratitude
Gratitude Power
Huffington Post

All in all, on this day of giving thanks, we have an auspicious and transformative astrological configuration. Happy Thanksgiving, and may everyone feel joy and gratitude in their hearts!