The Sun has now traveled to Gate 21, THE TREASURER or MANAGEMENT/CONTROL. In I-Ching, this hexagram is called BITING THROUGH.

This is the energy for controlling resources so that we have what we need when we need it. If not, if we waste what we have, we will perpetually struggle.

CONTROL is really the theme here and for someone with this definition, this theme can play out as them being overly CONTROLLING of everything in their life or it can play out as them being CONTROLLED. The goal really is to find that balance in the middle and to understand the need for being in CONTROL can either come from a place of lack or a place of abundance. If it is coming from a place of lack, there can be a tendency to need to be in CONTROL to feel safe.

That said, this energy is not intended to be directed towards our loved ones. It is simply a wonderful skill that should be directed in a healthy way towards protecting resources, not people.

To be honest, this is an energy I am still trying to figure out for myself. Chiron was in Gate 21 at the time of my birth which means this particular energy is my wounded healer. It has manifested itself in almost comical ways during my life. But for me personally, I believe the lesson is letting go of control. Easier said than done but I'm working on it.

For others the lesson may very well be about taking their control back like Ms. Jackson.

As with anything, it is about balance. If this week is your birthday and CONTROL is defined by the Sun at the time of your birth, embrace this talent for what it is. Under the right circumstances you are the ultimate TREASURER, taking care of the resources for the good of the many. That is a beautiful, necessary thing. Thank goodness for it.

As for the rest of us, while this energy is transiting, take advantage and assess the health of your personal resources. Are you saving enough for retirement? If not, what practical steps can you take in the short term to put aside more for later?

More importantly, think about the theme of CONTROL in your life. If someone in your life tends to be overly controlling, what is making them feel unsafe? Does anyone really truly have CONTROL over anything? Do you find yourself trying to CONTROL the outcome of things only to be perpetually disappointed? What can you do to step back and realize CONTROL is an illusion?

In truth, we are not in the driver seat of this life (thanks Ra). We get to be the passenger. Enjoy the ride or try to CONTROL it. The choice is yours.

I for one am working on not being a back seat driver.