Unlocking the Power of Parallels & Contra-Parallels (SO Important) in Astrology // Astro with Jesse

Описание: Just woke up today and wanted to speak about this very important topic.

In this video, I dive into the fascinating world of parallels and contra-parallels: aspects that are often overlooked but, in my opinion, are just as important as major aspects like conjunctions or oppositions.

These alignments are rooted in astronomy, as they involve planetary points aligning in terms of their declination (how far north or south they are from the celestial equator).

Think of parallels as a celestial conjunction and contraparallels as a celestial opposition, but with a unique flavor that’s crucial to interpreting your chart.

How to Find Parallels and Contraparallels on Astro.com:
If you want to see if you have parallels or contraparallels in your chart:
1. Go to Astro.com and log in or create a free account.
2. Enter your birth data to create your natal chart.
3. Once you’re on the extended chart selection page, look for the option labeled “Additional Tables (PDF)” under your chart.
4. Open the PDF, and scroll down to the declinations section. Here, you’ll see the degrees of declination for each planet.
• Parallels occur when two planets have the same declination (both north or both south) within about 1° of each other.
• Contraparallels occur when two planets have the same degree of declination but one is north and the other is south.


A Small Hint for Synastry (more for another video):

These aspects don’t just impact your natal chart—they are also incredibly powerful in synastry. Parallels and contraparallels between two people’s charts can reveal deep, magnetic connections that may feel as strong as conjunctions or oppositions. But that’s a topic for another video, so stay tuned if you want to know more about their role in compatibility and relationships!


Plus, I touch on what it means to have out-of-bounds planets—celestial bodies that extend beyond the typical declination boundary of 22° to 23°. In my case, I’ve got an out-of-bounds Moon in Sagittarius and Jupiter, which adds an exaggerated, over-the-top flavor to my personality. If you’ve got out-of-bounds planets, they bring a wild, uncontained energy that can show up as brilliance, intensity, or a tendency to go beyond the norms. Stay tuned for a dedicated video on this soon!


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