Transit of Planets Trigger Crises of Development

A horoscope is a unique pattern of fundamental energies or cosmic forces represented by various planets at a certain time at a certain place. Traditionally these energies represented by the Sun, Moon and the other planets, are described according to signs, houses and aspects. The signs describe the cycles of planets, the houses describe the planetary movement with reference to Earth's movement, and the aspects describe the relationship of planets with each other and the houses. This unique pattern called horoscope highlights various divisions, conflicts and complexes that exist in an individual. A horoscope gives clear indications of how these cosmic forces are felt by an individual on material as well as psychological plane and his most likely reactions towards these planetary influences. Probable time period can also be predicted using various Dasha systems, which is a unique contribution of India to the world.

The signs, Sun sign or Moon sign, represent the individual character, which manifests by the position of the Sun or Moon in a particular sign. They give us generalized idea about an individual. The ascendant and the houses with unique planetary positions at birth time indicate the subjective reactions of an individual towards the planetary influences. Thus signs are objective and houses are subjective. The aspects describe the relationships between various planets and houses. These are extremely important factors to judge an individual. Various aspects including conjunction, square, opposition and relationships between planets and houses generate specific conflicts and complexes within an individual. During his lifetime the individual is expected to work through these conflicts and achieve wholeness.

Though birth chart remains the same throughout the lifetime, life is not static. Even the planets are moving in their respective orbits, which affect an individual moment to moment. A seed is born at the time of birth. Inherent growth pattern of this seed is represented by the horoscope. Each individual gradually evolves as per his own unique pattern. During the process of this unfoldment an individual goes through certain types of crises. At these times he is vulnerable and likely to breakdown. If he successfully goes through these delicate cycles, he is transformed in to a better human being. These cycles of transformations are called Metanoia. There are two types of crises. One, which is specific type of crisis that is reflected in individual birth chart and the other which is generalized. We all pass through these generalized crises of development such as adolescence, menopause, midlife crisis, the onset of old age etc. They are part of our development and are inevitable. During these crises an individual goes through a remarkable transformation. These generalized crises of development correspond to planetary cycles. For example when Saturn transits over its natal Saturn, which is known as Saturn Return, an individual goes through major transformation. Similarly, when Saturn transits opposite to natal Saturn, which is known as Saturn Opposition, an individual goes through one more crisis of development. Generally these cycles take place around twenty nine, thirty five, and fifty nine years of age. Uranus Opposition also causes a major crisis of development in an individual's life. Generally it occurs around forty years of age. We all have to pass through these generalized crises of development at about the same age. But we do not go through the same conflicts or face the same type of circumstances. Each of us goes through the conflicts as per our own individual birth charts. We have to resolve the issues in accordance with the unique pattern we are born with. We have to follow our unique path that is inherent in our individual birth charts. It is advisable to go through these cycles of development with positive attitude. If we try to avoid or react negatively to these crises, they keep on repeating themselves. So it is wise to face the issues positively and resolve them once and for all, so that we are ready for the next cycle of evolvement.

Though theses cycles generate a lot of pain and suffering, they are gradual processes and do not occur overnight. They give us an opportunity to experience various aspects of our nature. The purpose of such crises is to attune us in perfect harmony with the Universe, so that we stop living a fragmented life and can experience the wholeness. As a result we develop a knack of doing the right thing at the right time and everything falls in to place. Thus we can experience real peace and happiness.