The Sun has now moved into the Gate 49, PRINCIPLES. In the I-Ching this hexagram is called REVOLUTION. This is the energy to determine the PRINCIPLES of intimacy and if those PRINCIPLES are crossed, the result will be a REVOLUTION.

Gate 49 is part of the Channel of LOVE & MARRIAGE and it is indeed wonderful energy for marriage if, and that is a big if, each partner holds up their end of the PRINCIPLES defined in the relationship.

Someone with this energy defined takes their vows very seriously. So seriously in fact if their partner fails to keep those vows, they will walk away from the relationship without a second thought. Hence the term REVOLUTION. This is why this gate is also lovingly called the DIVORCE gate. Keep in mind, often once the REVOLUTIONARY act has taken place, there is no turning back.

If you have this energy defined or if someone you love has this energy defined, it is imperative that the PRINCIPLES of the relationship are clearly defined and that both partners fully understand the terms. Do both parties understand the ramifications if these PRINCIPLES are not kept? 

I suppose it is healthy after this period of intimacy shared while the sun transited in Gate 19 and in Gate 13 that strong boundaries and PRINCIPLES are now determined for the relationship. Now is the time for determining the terms of what is acceptable and not acceptable in order to maintain the wonderful trust and intimacy that has been established.

At its heart, PRINCIPLES is emotional energy. So while it is transiting, please try not to make abrupt decisions. If someone disappoints you this week, ask yourself; did I make my expectations clear to this person? Did they knowingly betray what I have determined to be the PRINCIPLES of this relationship? Did they in fact have a hand in determining these PRINCIPLES?

Wait for clarity. Hold off on any decisions regarding your relationships until after this transit has passed or you may find yourself making an abrupt, emotional decision from which you cannot return.  

Rather, take this time to assess whether or not you have established clear PRINCIPLES for your relationships. What is acceptable behavior for you and what is not? Define your needs and make them crystal clear.

After all, no game is fair unless everyone knows the rules.