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Elon Musk \u2013 Part 2<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Elon Musk has not especially been in the news this week, but his influence is all-pervading, and I haven\u2019t devoted a blog to him since 2018.\u00a0 A message in my postbag this week brought me back to looking at him.<\/p>\n

Birth Chart<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

I wrote in 2018:<\/p>\n

(without a birth time) \u201cWe find Elon Musk’s Sun unaspected (individualism) except for a square to Uranus (invention and futurism) – his main connection with reality.\u00a0 He lacks personal aspects generally, and that may be linked with his huge aspiration for mankind (he worries about human extinction and wants us to be able to live on Mars).\u00a0\u00a0 His technological aspirations are reinforced by a conjunction of Mars and the North Node (karmic mission) in Aquarius, the sign of technology and futurism.\u00a0 Mars\/North Node\/Aquarius represents engineering, and even specifically symbolizes his electric car company Tesla, which was named after the earlier passionate\u00a0 inventor and futurist Nikola Tesla (though he co-founded the company but was not responsible for naming it).\u201d<\/p>\n

Elon Musk has revealed a lot about himself in the intervening years, so I can add some extra notes (this time with<\/em> a birth time):<\/p>\n

Sun conjunct Ascendant \u2013 personal power<\/p>\n

Mercury square Uranus \u2013 not afraid to be controversial<\/p>\n

Mercury exactly square Chiron \u2013 a problem-solver<\/p>\n

Mars conjunct North Node in Aquarius \u2013 an aggressively technological karmic mission!<\/p>\n

Jupiter exactly sextile Pluto \u2013 great Power<\/p>\n

Saturn trine Pluto \u2013 The Strategist Archetype<\/p>\n

Pluto square the Ascendant, from 3rd<\/sup> House \u2013 Psychological Power his foundation<\/p>\n

Cecil Rhodes<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

In my 2021 blog, I likened Elon Musk to Nikola Tesla (1856 \u2013 1943), stating a resonance between them, and I have wondered if Elon is a reincarnation of Tesla, though there is no particular physical resemblance (which is often the case in such matters).<\/p>\n

However, I received the following in my postbag:<\/p>\n

\u201cI have been listening to a podcast which references the many parallels between Cecil Rhodes and Elon Musk. I think this is another possible case for your reincarnation file.\u201d<\/p>\n

Cecil Rhodes (1853 \u2013 1902) looks<\/em> far more like Elon Musk, than Nikola Tesla.<\/p>\n

Astrologically, Elon and Cecil both have the Sun in Cancer, and Elon\u2019s Sun is conjunct Cecil\u2019s Moon.\u00a0 Their Ascendants are opposed, to within three degrees of each other, and may be complementary in nature.\u00a0 They both have Mercury closely square the Midheaven (Careerpoint) – use of the brain in the career, not always well handled.\u00a0 Both had Mars conjunct the North Node, though Cecil\u2019s was wide, and in the other<\/em> scientific sign, Gemini (the aggressively technological karmic mission!)<\/p>\n

Similarities in Life and Career<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

There is a South African connection:\u00a0 Cecil Rhodes was a mining magnate and politician in Southern Africa, who came to dominate the world\u2019s diamond market.\u00a0 Elon Musk was born in South Africa, and is reported to be the wealthiest people in the world.<\/p>\n

Both were reported to be unexceptional students at school.\u00a0 Maybe their talents just went under the radar?<\/p>\n

Both controlled and were ambitious for an important communications technology which the government relied on.\u00a0 Rhodes aimed to continue the telegraph northwards, across the Zambesi, through Nyassaland, and along Lake Tanganika to Uganda. \u00a0<\/strong>For Elon Musk the aim has been \u201cAt some point, Starlink will deliver a majority of the world\u2019s internet.\u201d<\/p>\n

Both used influence with the government for own commercial gain (Rhodes to start the Boer War).\u00a0 In 1890 Cecil Rhodes became Prime Minister of the Cape.\u00a0 By 2024 Elon was helping elect Donald Trump for his second Presidential term of office.\u00a0 Within weeks of that second term, they both boosted their wealth immeasurably.<\/p>\n

There is a racial element: Rhodes took back land from black Africans, and barred black people from voting in elections.\u00a0 Elon apparently<\/em> continually posts racist remarks (though I don\u2019t see them, as I am not on X), and has given Nazi salutes and espoused far right opinions on such lines (e.g. \u201cI am not far right, just pro-\u2018normal people\u2019).\u00a0 I should say, he denies being racist.<\/p>\n

Rhodes thought he was saving humanity by white colonial expansion and was bitterly disappointed that he could not similarly colonise other planets.\u00a0 He was particularly intent on expanding the British Empire as he believed the Anglo-Saxon race to be destined for greatness.\u00a0 Elon of course, is a leading contender in the 21st<\/sup> Century space race, with his programme SpaceX.<\/p>\n

In 2018 I wrote, about Elon:<\/p>\n

\u201cHe lacks personal aspects generally, and that may be linked with his huge aspiration for mankind (he worries about human extinction and wants us to be able to live on Mars).\u201d<\/p>\n

Clearly this has become a distortion in recent years, especially with his far right orientation and Nazi salutes.<\/p>\n

Nikola Tesla<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

I wrote in 2018:<\/p>\n

\u201cElon Musk has a resonance, and not just in name, to the earlier passionate and prolific engineer, entrepreneur, inventor and futurist Nikola Tesla.\u00a0 Tesla was born on 10th July 1856, though under the Julian calendar he shares a birthday with Elon Musk (28th June).\u00a0 In their appearance they differ greatly, as Tesla sported a dramatic and moustachioed look worthy of his Pluto on the Ascendant (we have his birth time).<\/p>\n

Like Elon Musk, Nikola was a workaholic, with Moon conjunct Mars in his 6th House.\u00a0 But Nikola only slept 2 hours per night, and worked 140 hours per week, compared to Elon Musk’s 80 hour a week schedule!\u00a0 Tesla was a more solitary character, and never married.<\/p>\n

Tesla had a remarkable mind, including an eidetic memory, experiencing flashes of light, and the capacity for 3 dimensional visualization.\u00a0 I think his depth of vision is connected to the presence of Pluto on his Ascendant. He also spoke eight languages.\u00a0 His Inner Healer (Chiron) was expressed through the sign of Aquarius, i.e. science, invention and futurism.\u00a0 He never visited a doctor in adult life, though he had suffered cholera when young.\u00a0 Curiously, he credited reading the works of Mark Twain as helpful in his healing, and in later life became a close friend of Mark Twain (whose Jupiter was exactly conjunct Tesla’s Venus)<\/p>\n

He patented a huge number of inventions, and is mainly known for his contribution to the development of the Alternating Current.\u00a0 But towards the end of his life, he was involved in pursuits such as a patent for a biplane, and a motor that would run on cosmic rays: interests which ran more along the lines of Elon Musk’s.\u00a0 So it could be said that Elon Musk is continuing the work of Nikola Tesla.<\/p>\n

An interesting set of transits to Nikola Tesla’s chart (posthumously) were evident when the company Tesla Inc. was formed:<\/p>\n

Chiron was opposite Nikola’s Sun in the 3rd House, Jupiter and Pluto were sextile Nikola’s Mars (motor car).\u00a0 Mars was trine his natal Saturn in Cancer in the 3rd House of Transport, and Mars was also sextile his natal Pluto rising in Taurus.\u201d<\/p>\n

Fascinating achievers, but chilling to think that we are in thrall to such a far reach of power, wealth and unfathomable intelligence.\u00a0 Do they make us powerless?<\/p>\n

Aspects<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

There are a record number\u00a0 of astrological features to relate today, fourteen at the last count.\u00a0 So without further ado\u2026:<\/p>\n

Today<\/strong><\/span>, Mercury enters Leo.\u00a0 With Mercury in Cancer, our minds may have been focussing on our emotions.\u00a0 Now they wake up and see the sunshine, proclaim joie de vivre, express powerful thoughts.\u00a0 If you are wanting to revive or renew holiday atmosphere, spirits can be recovered.\u00a0 Perhaps you have drawn up some autumn working schedules, and can reward yourself with another break.\u00a0 This placing enlivens communication and debate and applies the mind to summer enjoyment.\u00a0 Be quick to grasp this now, as it\u2019s just a short window, until 25th<\/sup> of this month.<\/p>\n

Next up is Chiron square Mercury, tomorrow, Monday (10th<\/sup>)<\/strong>.<\/span>\u00a0 Mini-crises may form requiring problem-solving skills, and solutions which may be to hand, like dock leaves near nettles, or may require soul consultation, digging deep.\u00a0 Cut yourself some slack, and do what you can.\u00a0 Motto: \u201cNecessity is the mother of invention<\/em>\u201d.\u00a0 Elon Musk should know (see above) \u2013 he has it exact, in his natal chart.<\/p>\n

Early evening tomorrow Venus trines Pluto: relationships can come on to a deeper but firmer footing.\u00a0 It is an aspect which is helpful for money and love.\u00a0 Pluto settles your deepest feelings into a more comfortable psychological context.\u00a0 This aspect helps us through changes and transformations on a human level.\u00a0 It is about deep love, deep awareness of your relationship with money, and profound artistry.<\/p>\n

Late evening tomorrow Neptune opposes Venus: this may bring complications in love.\u00a0 It may be uncomfortable in a way that you may not be able to put your finger on.\u00a0 There may be some deception or illusion going on, especially in relationships or with money, so be cautious.\u00a0 Don’t answer any cold calls or scam emails.\u00a0 It is possible that you may be going to a social function in a context such that you don’t quite know where you stand.<\/p>\n

Later still tomorrow, Mars trines the North Node: If there are karmic issues, such as internecine conflicts, they can be dealt with directly, with Mars trine the North Node.\u00a0 Make your boundaries clear.\u00a0 It is a good day for exercising bravery.\u00a0 We might be more galvanized to action, especially from a karmic standpoint.\u00a0 You may feel there is something you must do, or right a wrong, put something straight, in your own life or in the family circle.\u00a0 Occurring during dream time for many (in the U.K.) the issue may be resolved through your dream life, e.g. a scene where you triumph on the battlefield gives you insight about who,what and why you have been fighting.<\/p>\n

The second ingress of the week takes place on Tuesday (11th<\/sup>)<\/strong><\/span>.\u00a0 This will be the entry of Mars into Cancer.\u00a0 This represents an energetic shift from a mental and analytical mode, to that of feeling and protectiveness.\u00a0 Mars stays in Cancer until 28th<\/sup> September, so it is a good window to nurture those you love and foster family feeling.\u00a0 Cancerians and emotional types may be super-sensitive or extra bristly during that time, but they carry the family mood and can be learned from.<\/p>\n

Wednesday 12th<\/sup><\/strong><\/span> has several aspects, so it is good to master each one as they go along, so that there isn\u2019t a congestion going on in your psyche!\u00a0 It\u2019s a big day, not least because there is an Eclipse\u2026<\/p>\n

It begins with an opposition between Pluto and Mercury in the early hours of the morning.\u00a0 Geminis and Virgo especially could toss and turn, unable to clear the mind of clutter.\u00a0 In the day there may be a real danger involved in travelling if you don’t have to.\u00a0 Watch your mental processes carefully, and be mindful in conversation.\u00a0 Something could appear to be a minor snag on the surface, but may give you pause for deeper thought, leading to more psychological awareness.\u00a0 Don’t skirt over it.\u00a0 Examine the issue carefully, and the resulting insight could be a gift.\u00a0 It doesn\u2019t help that Wednesday is predicted to be the hottest day of the week in the latest U.K. heatwave, with temperatures in the 30 degrees Centigrade.<\/p>\n

You might describe this influence of the day as \u201chot and bothered\u201d.\u00a0 <\/em>As there are better aspects to come during the day itself, it may just be the night which is hot and bothered.\u00a0 You\u2019ll probably know by the morning if you have thrown off the Mercury-Pluto opposition!<\/p>\n

Also occurring in the early hours is a far more pleasant trine between Mercury and Neptune.\u00a0 If you have been awake until 3.a.m. this aspect may enable you to get to sleep and even have some sweet dreaming.\u00a0 Things may fall into place spiritually, with some higher insight. This may result in an increased readiness to talk about a sensitive subject (later in the day, or in dialogue with your dreams).\u00a0 This trine brings mental inspiration, transcendent wisdom, higher harmony, spiritual journeys.\u00a0 It\u2019s a kind astrological note.<\/p>\n

Another congenial trine appears only seven minutes after Mercury trines Neptune, and that is Venus trine Uranus.\u00a0 As it is also in the early hours of the morning, it may affect your dreams, and this time in making them more vivid and emotionally florid, in a good way.\u00a0 The combination of the two trines in fact could make for some memorable and elevated dreams.\u00a0 Keep that dream diary handy!\u00a0 During the day time you may find a fresh and sparkling energy. The aspect may set you up with exciting meetings, or bring encounters of the illuminating kind.\u00a0 In the field of the Arts, it can bring originality and surprise, e.g. to a performance of music.\u00a0 Ideas for assisting the problems in our society may also crop up, such as community-based solutions. Another contribution towards what promises to be a dynamic day.<\/p>\n

More positivity follows on Wednesday with a sextile between Mars and Chiron.\u00a0 Wilful types may see that their way of doing things is not working in a group situation (it may work for them on their own), and invite some healing input from others.\u00a0 Healing actions and efforts can thrive under this aspect.\u00a0 If it influenced your dreaming time, it may have rebalanced your system somewhat, between activity, rest and healing.<\/p>\n

And if you are not already confused, bamboozled and bowled over by everything so far that day, now for the big one!\u00a0 An Eclipse and New Moon at 20 degrees Leo!\u00a0 If you happen to find yourself in Ibiza apparently it will appear total.\u00a0 But apparently, in the U.K. it hasn\u2019t been so dramatic as the memorable one in 1999.\u00a0 Leo can bring drama, but the vividness of this eclipse could be self-empowering.\u00a0 It is helpful to know what House the eclipse fall in within your chart, so that you can apply the energies with more consciousness.\u00a0 But otherwise, treat it as an enhanced new moon with new intentions, and creativity as a keyword, an opportunity to create a fresh start in your life.\u00a0 There is a real possibility of a shift on Wednesday, even taking into account the uncomfortable truths from the early opposition between Mercury and Pluto.<\/p>\n

The eclipse takes place at 17.37 Hrs in the U.K.\u00a0 Don\u2019t forget to take steps not to view responsibly, for you and yours (e.g. using colanders, pin-hole cameras etc!)<\/p>\n

But the aspects for Wednesday 12th<\/sup> haven\u2019t finished with us yet!\u00a0 The sixth feature of the day is a sextile between Mercury and Uranus.\u00a0 You can afford to forget about the Mercury-Pluto opposition by the end of the day, as this aspect can bring a total change of mind and perspective, and sudden insights.\u00a0 Connect your lower, logical, mind favourably, with your higher, intuitive, mind.\u00a0 This is a is a sparky way of thinking, and may feel like a breath of fresh air, if it is not your default position. Telepathy, intuition and the power of surprise are benefits of this aspect.\u00a0 This aspect can amaze you and help you find that “wow” factor, or unusual ways of articulating your message.\u00a0 Occurring in the evening, you may find your way to programming the next night\u2019s sleep in a revolutionary new way.\u00a0 For example, find an affirmation that will work for you to take you forward on your next step in this new beginning.<\/p>\n

How are you feeling by Thursday (13th<\/sup>)<\/strong><\/span>?\u00a0 Is the aspect occurring this next day conducive to maintaining the onward and upward trajectory of Wednesday?\u00a0 It is indeed conducive, as Mercury sextile Venus enables us to flourish and blossom and make the most of our new reality.\u00a0 It is a harmonious and social vibe; a moment to savour, in the now, a combination that aims to please.\u00a0 This favours conversation, and creative forms which combine art and writing.\u00a0 There is potential for negotiation in diplomatic efforts (hopefully helping peace efforts, though it is not a major aspect, so baby steps), and affinity and agreement between kindred spirits.\u00a0 Ideal for cafe or soiree culture.\u00a0 You\u2019ll notice that seven of the week\u2019s astrological features involve Mercury: therefore it is an especially important week for Geminis and Virgos \u2013 they will certainly be kept busy.<\/p>\n

Last but by no<\/em> means least is a conjunction of Mercury and Jupiter at 10 degrees Leo on Saturday (15th<\/sup>)<\/span>,<\/strong> which favours journalism, learning and education, communication, sales and transport.\u00a0 Aside from that, there should be plenty of enjoyment and philosophical awareness around.\u00a0 I have found, historically, that a lot of awards take place on this conjunction, so if you are in line for one\u2026watch out!\u00a0 We are attending a wedding that day, so I am hoping it means that all who travel a long distance have smooth journeys.\u00a0 There are likely to be happy conversations, too.\u00a0 The astrological cards indicate a good time is had by all.\u00a0 A good news day.<\/em><\/p>\n

The week in bullet points:<\/p>\n