The Sun is now in Gate 49, REVOLUTION, PRINCIPLES, or THE CATALYST. 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 sometimes called the DIVORCE gate. Keep in mind, once the REVOLUTIONARY act has taken place, there is often 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 be clearly defined and that both partners fully understand the terms. Do both parties understand the ramifications if these PRINCIPLES are not kept? 

Have you established clear PRINCIPLES for your relationships? What is acceptable behavior for you and what is not? What are the deal breakers? Do you effectively communicate these terms to your loved ones? Does your partner seem baffled when you are fed up with their actions? Do you find yourself in trouble with your loved ones and you are not clear why? What PRINCIPLES have you crossed?

Take advantage of the energy of this transit over the next five days to consider, what are my terms? What is acceptable and not acceptable in my relationship? Does my partner know these limits? How does my relationship fair when compared to these PRINCIPLES? Is it time for a REVOLUTION? Or are you pleased with the respect shown to the boundaries and limits that have been established?

If you have a history of suddenly walking away from important relationships you might find it helpful to take stock. How clear were you with your expectations? Did they have any clue? After all, no game is fair unless everyone knows the rules.

But if they did know the rules, all’s fair. Walking away is indeed a REVOLUTIONARY act of self care and self respect.