Goose Spirit

6-12 December 2021

The weekly astro-oracle is a theriomancic message:

Goose Spirit

Image credit: untitled vintage illustration of flying geese from rawpixel.com

What is theriomancy? Theriomancy or zoomancy is a form of divination that involves observation of the appearance and behavior of wild animals. Common forms of theriomancy include ailuromancy, the study of cat movements, and augury, the study of bird formations. While augury appears to be more fixed than other systems of divination, with some sources going as far as to interpret the direction of the birds’ flight, calls, and times of day, individual animal totem or spirit animals also have rich symbolism, which can be accessed by tuning into the oversoul of the animal.

I asked Spirit, what do all those who frequent this page need to know this week to stay in alignment with the highest good? Then I came upon a gaggle of Canada geese on the border of a small pond outside my home. Later, when it started to pour rain, curiously I noticed that they didn’t take cover like smaller birds; they just stayed put as though their solidarity were impermeable!

Some of the key energetic traits associated with Goose Spirit include reliability, productivity, new ideas, joy, guidance, teamwork, quest fulfillment, watchfulness, and wisdom. In nature, geese are immensely territorial. If anything gets too close, they honk wildly as a warning. While you can be as nice as you wish, if Goose perceives you as a threat, there is no peace offering. This is why this spirit animal symbolizes fortitude, protection, and bravery. Interestingly, in Ancient Rome, geese were sacred to the Goddess Juno, protectress of the State, daughter of Saturn, wife of Jupiter.

When Goose crosses your path, this oracle may be guiding you toward some type of hidden treasure (whether spiritual or material; non-physical or physical). As we travel our soul’s path, for example, there may come times when we are honing in on a Universal Truth, but are in danger of missing the lesson due to distractions. Goose wants to get you back on course, so you don’t miss this opportunity to truly live your bliss.

Another common reason Goose may appear is when we have grown restless or complacent in our current conditions. Goose moves to eat, breed, or find a safe haven. Where is it that you need to go for spiritual nourishment? Spread your wings and trust that you are taking the right action to stay in alignment with your highest intentions. Gregarious gaggles of geese also speak of companionship and social circles. Could you have sequestered yourself too much during the pandemic? Have you been afraid to open up? This oracle nudges you to engage in authentic relationships leading towards your chosen family or soul tribe, or even the adoption of a new role in your community.

Since Goose feathers were used as a favorite writing implement historically, the oracle also honors communications skills. Thought to be the perfect medium for moving ink fluidly onto paper, many writers believed that the Goose quill had a kind of magic that manifested in the muse and vision.

interpretation

As we begin the week, we’re still in the two-week post-eclipse period. According to Australian cosmologist Elizabeth Peru, “it’s a reinforcing energy week that uplifts your resolve to move ahead with [a] higher view and your longer-range goals.” Not only are we integrating our lessons from eclipse season; now is the time to start preparing for the coming year. A culmination of all that we’ve learned and grown from, Goose Spirit invites us to start implementing our spiritual maturity in the month of December.

Starting Monday, December 6, the sextile between Mars in Scorpio and Pluto in Capricorn gives us self-confidence, resounding will, resiliency, assertiveness, and great ambition. While sextiles are normally favorable aspects, with the eagerness to ‘work harder and longer’ during this three-day influence may come little consideration towards others. In the “fanaticism to realize [our] plans” astrosofa.com cautions against ruthless behavior, stepping on others to get ahead in the process. To help leverage this energy, Peru adds that Mars is on our side after eclipse season. “Indeed, you’ve given an energy boost after some intense days that may have seen you healing and assisting others during your dream states," the source explains; “There’s actually a wave of newness and adventure on offer. A new way of responding to life is in order and you’ve already been shown the signs of how to proceed.” Now that we have been shown the way, Goose Spirit empowers us to continue to take the necessary actions steps to advance our cause.

Gifted with imagination on Tuesday, December 7, the square between Mercury in Sagittarius and Neptune in Pisces may also make us dreamy and impractical; imbalanced, erratic, unreliable, and impressionable. Influencing our decision-making process today, Peru observes that Neptune's "air of mystery pervades the very choices that you wish to make.” For example, while elevated, one path may seem to have decidedly unknown outcomes, whereas the ‘tried and true' path may suddenly feel outmoded. “You’re being asked to juggle two worlds and two options at once,” the source and Goose Spirit assert; “Indeed, you’re so capable and [Spirit] is putting your innate capabilities to the test!”

On Wednesday, December 8, the challenging square between Mars in Scorpio and Jupiter in Aquarius gives us the energy and initiative to start new projects and to take the necessary risks to achieve large-scale success. Since our overzealousness may precipitate in coarse or tactless behavior, however, the most constructive way to harness this impulsive energy is to use some forethought and strategy. In particular, astrologyking.com recommends a patient and more moderate approach during this transit--lest we produce personal burnout and burnt bridges with others! While Jupiter’s influence could have us feeling a great urge to expand, Peru advices us to it take one step at a time. Goose Spirit reminds us of the importance of learning through the journey, rather than hurrying to the destination. “See the bigger view and act as if you’re already living that reality today,” the sources emphasize; “If you rush ahead right now, with no consideration of the path you’re treading, you could easily miss the valuable gift of self-worth and loving presence that is now coming to you.”

While the square between the Sun in Sagittarius and Neptune in Pisces may spell a period of loose morality, false sensations, delusion, and falsehood this weekend, according to astrosofa.com fortunately the sextile between Mercury in Sagittarius and Jupiter in Aquarius on Saturday, December 11 gives us a more cheerful disposition and optimistic outlook. Affable and generous like Goose Spirit, we are sociable and our talent for speaking and discussion may expand our social networks. Since our organizational skills, fertile imagination, and thirst for knowledge are also piqued, we may even be persuaded to pick up our Goose feather and follow up!

Also on this day, Venus is conjunct Pluto in Capricorn, "the beginning of a beautiful friendship," describes astrobutterfly.com, "where Venus and Pluto will be holding hands pretty much the whole month of December." A very intense transit which ordinary only lasts three days, on account of Venus Retrograde, starting December 19, we are about to have a three-month long conjunction. The ruler of Libra and Taurus, and the planet of love and romance, Venus also represents our feelings, subjective experiences, and personal values. “When Venus is conjunct Pluto, some dark Venus truths come to light. Some uncomfortable, unprocessed feelings ask for release,” the source explains; “Pluto demands to get real about what we want–and there’s always something brutal about Pluto’s revelations, no matter how much shadow work we have done in the past, or how spiritually enlightened (we think) we are.” With a record of three exact Venus-Pluto conjunctions, starting today, December 11, December 25, and ending March 2, 2022, pay very close attention to any signs, synchronistic messages, or downloads that occur around these dates, the source and Goose Spirit advice; these signposts will mark major themes in our lives for the next three months and beyond!

Finally, on Sunday, December 12, it’s the power day of 12:12, a galactic portal day associated with amplified completion and culmination. "Energy intensifies and consciousness expands,” says Peru; “Personal evolution escalates… as 2022’s call increases.” Celebrating some of the key themes initiated by Venus Retrograde, 2022 is a 6 Universal Year that asks us to overhaul our relationship to self and all others.

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Does this message resonate? Tell us more in the comments below. To add more detail to your week, you can also try your own theriomancic draw. Set an intention or ask a question. Then let go, and see what animal comes shows up. Now research its animal spirit symbolism. How does the symbolism inform your question? Want help interpreting what you found? Book a reading with me today, www.readingsbytheladyofshalott.com/services.