Astrology As a Resource 

Astrology can be helpful in many ways, and if you are unfamiliar with some of the ways, then my hope that this blog post will help you begin to implement this rich resource into your life!

What originally drew me to Astrology, the study of celestial bodies and their impact to our lives on Earth, was how its symbolic language can come to life once I could understand the cycles. Once I saw it, the events in my life, my personality, my preferences, my choices, etc. all made sense and the journey of life no longer felt “random”; rather guided by a benevolent universe, who is actively engaging with me. Let me explain more.

First, Astrology helps make meaning of time. As I mentioned above, Astrology is the mastery of cycles as we look at the sky. The first cycle I became in tune with, and I recommend for you if you are new to Astrology, is the Moon cycle. It is easy to track and such a natural cycle, which tunes into the rhythm of our everyday lives. Such as when the Moon is in Virgo, you will feel a push to do more cleaning out and organizing.

Second, Astrology helps you to have more compassion on yourself. For a long time, I thought my hip fracture at 28 was a harsh lesson from God. In fact, in the church I grew up in, it was normal to think that when something that you did not like was happening to you, it was a sign that you were actually not living aligned to God and his ways. This mentality created a sense of trying to maintain perfection, which was futile. We know well that as humans, perfection is embraced, but is not certain. Once I learned that my hip fracture had more to do with a difficult Sun-Saturn aspect in my natal chart, I realized the importance of taking care of my bones. If I had known about Astrology before then, I would have taken better care of my bones as I am more susceptible. I no longer felt it was my fault and there was something I could actually do to empower my choices of taking care of myself! What a more freeing outlook than the one I had about myself.

Third, Astrology helps you accept others more benevolently. In my experience, the main issue with relationships is how one perceives the other. For example, a friend of mine hardly returns my phone calls. I can view her absent-minded action as rude and dismissive, and I may decide to resent her for it. However, a more practical approach would be if I understood she is a Gemini, which is defined by the element of air, and she can have the tendency to get lost in her thoughts, so I can approach it with more patience because I know she is not blowing me off, she simply functions in a different way than I do. Now, I have changed my perception and I do not take things personally and the friendship continues in its natural way of accepting one another.

Finally, Astrology can help you keep a positive mind set and reduce your triggers. I notice when I hit a wall, I can either stay in a negative, unhelpful mindset or I can feed myself good things in order to bounce back. I also noticed over the years that I feel especially drained and triggered to think about my losses when the Moon is transiting my natal South Node, and when the transiting Moon is opposite my Chiron. Now that I know this, I can track those cycles and what days they will land, and make sure I am well-rested, telling myself uplifting comments, listening to upbeat music. etc to overcome those difficult feelings, which always pass- until next month, where I prepare again and learn more.

I hope this have helped you understand the benefits of beginning to look at the cycles in your own life. Happy growing!

Moon Jupiter Conjunction Through the Houses

Time to take out your astrological natal charts to look at where the lovely energy of the Moon- Jupiter conjunction from this week lands. I will be looking at what themes you might expect to illuminate, depending on which house it falls in your chart. This will happen every month (caveat: the house may change, so keep this as a reference), so let’s make this a practice of noticing and taking it in. Let’s dive in!

Moon and Jupiter represent business endeavors, kindness, generosity, popularity, and material advantages, to name a few. So look out for this as it is flavored by the houses in your chart.

First house: These benevolent planets in the house where things begin, and the focus is you and what you are doing to be the best person you can be. Some reflection points: what have you been learning? What are the beliefs you have about yourself? Who has helped you on your journey? You will not allow yourself to get distracted, however, if distraction comes easily then people will be around to help you. You may have to ask, which may be the challenge for first house placements. Of course, this all depends on the rest of your chart and your already lived life experiences.

Second house: The house of money and material foci, so the representations of the Moon’s security and Jupiter’s expansive qualities make this a great opportunity to expand your resources. Reflection points: what is your belief about money and wealth? What has helped you get to where you are? Don’t be discouraged by roadblocks, they are part of the process.

Third house: In the midst and in the flurry of information and communication, you have the capacity to capture that now. Sharing it with others can really uplift your spirits more than theirs, as you share in the generous heart that Moon- Jupiter is all about. Reflection points: what have you learned that you can share with others? What has been invaluable to you that brings you joy to share? We learn more when we give away what we think we know.

Fourth house: The security, which you have created for yourself, has paid off. You are seeing the results under this influence and you fill yourself with gratitude. Reflection points: what are you thankful for? Who are the people in your upbringing that brought you hope when you could not see the light at the end? Remember, when let go of what is familiar and lean into what is scary, you are filled with a courage you never knew you had.

Fifth house: You remind me of fifth avenue: you have it all: you are enticing, inviting, magnanimous. You are allowed to celebrate, savor the moment of enjoyment. Reflection points: how can you stay grounded and humble while you receive all the accolades? Is there someone here being forgotten, whom you can lift up? Maybe you have not arrived, but you figured out the formula.

Sixth house: The service you have put into this area of your life (we likely need to have a conversation for the deets) is being highlighted by the kindness of the Moon-Jupiter energy. You are used to being there for others, now be there for you (Moon). Reflection points: what do you love that you have put off lately? Who is sucking all the energy from you and you need space from? If we are not okay with ourselves, we are useless to others.

Seventh house: You are learning to trust others. The question is, are they as passionate about that “it” as you are? The specific people in your life are here to bring you balance in the midst of that passion you are feeling! My advice: feel it. Reflection points: can you express more passion in what you have worked do hard for? Make sure your breaks are not too long that they delay your progress.

Eighth house: The resources you have gathered with others makes you slightly indebted to them. Send them a thank you and do something that supports their cause in return. Who has a passion project you can get behind? What can you learn about someone else’s ideas? What have you suppressed that now you can entertain, even if it just to yourself? Any hidden drives will come to surface and others help us contain that.

Ninth house: The beliefs you hold are what you truly feel inside. You can choose the course in life that leads you there. What has been the theme of your journey thus far? What people, cultures and places have taught you something important? You understand that the journey has its ups and downs, which provides meaning.

Tenth house: The mark you make in the world has impacted you as well. The need to challenge yourself, to seek out the next big goal, to be focused on success, has made you realize it comes easily for you, and you need to keep working at it. When do you rest? When is it okay to keep connection with those people you care about? You are generous with your time when it comes to productivity, but it needs a lot of stamina to sustain.

Eleventh house: The ideas you have developed over time are creating more trust in yourself. You realize you do have the answers to the questions you have searched over and over in your mind. What do you need to do to bring in the ideas into your life? Action may be hard, so create smaller steps so you don’t feel overwhelmed.

Twelfth house: The dreams you have been having are like downloads to your big break. Spirit guides and spirituality may be a good resource for you as you go into a new phase. You may not know it is a new phase yet, but you may sense it. What changes are you hoping to bring in and manifest? Yes, these can surface while you sleep, so keep a notepad nearby.

A Lesson in Your Rising Sign

I will never forget the day I had an epiphany about my ascendent (rising sign)! Maybe you have heard about this aspect of astrology, especially at a party. People with some basic knowledge of astrology will say “Do you know your big three?” That means, your Sun, Moon, and… rising!

What does that mean? It is the sign that was rising at the time of your birth. This is really cool, because if we look at it on a map, we can see that in a particular place on the map, for example, Colorado, that the zodiacal signs are rising every 2 hours (roughly) on the horizon! So, that is why the place and time of your birth is so important. We can glean so much more information about what makes you unique, because not one chart is the same, even for twins (you can ask me about that another time and we can chat).

I am a Taurus rising. If I think about some of the qualities of Taurus, such as: wants to be rooted, own land, is sensual, and connected to plants and nature. How this has played out in my life is thinking about how much I loved the outdoors as a kid. However, I never lived in a single place for more than a year, once I moved out of the house. This has to do with aspects in my chart, so there is more than the rising. However, it got me thinking: I can connect to the love of land, but did not want to work it myself. This is the key point of the rising sign: it is rising within you (as Gemini Brett would say). Basically, I take that to mean that you are learning how to be your rising sign. Other aspects of your chart come more easily, such as your sun. I had to learn how to take care of my land, how to stabilize, how to save money, how to produce my own resources. Those are the lessons of Taurus, and you have Taurus somewhere in your chart.

So let’s chat about your big three. I think you will find it enlightening!

Happy Equinox!

There is so much going on right now in the sky that translates to symbolic and concrete events. Take eclipses, for example. The ancients saw eclipses as a time of distinctive beginnings and endings. The lunar eclipse happened on March 14, and you probably felt a shift. How that shift plays out in your life, is very unique to you, based on your past experiences, your power to choose, and your astrological chart, aka, the snapshot of the sky when you were born. The solar eclipse shows up on the stage of the sky on March 29, and what you do with those shifts can either help or hinder your process. The beautiful thing is you can go out and witness what is going on in the sky to feel a tangible connection. Plus, observing nature helps us to ground and to calm our nervous systems. 

What shifts to expect: we will likely feel like it is time to apply our skills towards the greater good. We might feel more comfortable with being seen, using our strength and willpower to make conscious changes within ourselves and our environments. The sense that we do not have enough or all of the information we need, will likely be short- lived. Our nervous systems might feel more vigilant, but we will find ways to transmute that nervous energy if we choose to be conscious. Our projects might feel slow to start; or people around us, whom we want to change, will not do so to our liking. It is because we need to be the change and to hold the power and the responsibility to transform. A caterpillar crawls around, not knowing it will soon take flight, and he has no idea how tough that process will be yet- but he is somehow part of the universe’s miracle to be better than he was.

A Wonderful Astrological Talk

Happy Solstice, where the Northern Hemisphere gets to enjoy 😉 and experience longer nights and shorter days. Since I have family in Argentina, I could easily be in the Southern Hemisphere of shorter nights, and longer days…my absolute favorite!!! 😍

However, I decided to choose to experience the shorter days with the frigid air (and I fit some skiing in too, don’t worry); because I realized the need to experience the worst (at least for me) in order to enjoy the best There is something very refreshing about that. It helps me accept difficult cirucumstances, somehow. More than that, it helps me to take in the moment. This is especially possible when you have the mind of resilience. What is resilience, you ask?

I have been reading a wonderful book (please invest in it, it is totally worth it!) called Resilience by Linda Graham, MFT, there are many practical exercises in the book (great for an earth/air sign driven person) to try out. The author describes resilience as “a person who is flexible, who is not wedded to one coping method, who uses different strategies depending on the situation at hand, accepting what they cannot change, learning from failure, using difficult emotions to fuel compassion and courage, and the strength of internal and external resources “. Therefore, being flexible and adaptable to change is crucial to your survival. I will be guiding you this year on change, as we will have a lot of it occurring with many cycles ending and beginning; many ingresses of planets into new signs…but we will get to that!

So what does this Capricorn Ingress (which in Uranian astrology is the chart of the next year) have in store for us? It has a Scorpio rising, with the ruler, Mars, at the top of the chart. It is a busy, yet productive year. The themes Saturn started 2 years ago, will be wrapping up for you this year. With Taurus on the DC, our relationships (Venus) will be of a certain, Aquarian flare, with the help of Jupiter, who is also getting help from Mercury, and he needs it, since they are both in the sign that they do not do their best in, so depending on what aspects Mercury and Jupiter make to each other this year, really matters. I will be tracking this as the year goes on!

Venus in Aquarius might bring on unconventional relationships, but also relationships that seek the endurance of Saturn. That can be tested at all times, so depending on what phase your committed relationship is in, you will be learning the lessons of that phase (feel free to reach out to me and book a session to find out more). Venus is also opposite Mars in Leo, who wants all the attention. So, back to the productivity. Mars will be checking to make sure your relationship is functioning as it should be; on all layers: from how do we enjoy sport together to how we resolve fights to how we have passionate sex. Venus is also the universal symbol of women. There may be a bit of a “battle of the sexes” this year on a wider scale. Perhaps we can see men seemingly making the decisions and women are behind the scenes affecting those decisions. It can look like a working together to resolve differences (that may never be resolved, but at least there was an effort) or oppositional views that take on a fighting energy. Knowing Leo and Aquarius: those are signs that want to work together for the better of the whole. I have faith in humanity, but good luck out there. Feel free to reach out for some ways to cope with stress, change or just to chat about your astrological chart and we can have a simple chat about it. Use code CHAT for some discounts and remember: You got this!

How to Get Over the Past

After reading the title, what did you think?

I hear this a lot from clients: “how do I get over the past?” There are many different meanings to this, and what is healing and how do we know if we are “over it”?

I would like to venture out holistically. I believe when people say “get over it”, what I think they mean is “healing from the past”, where it no longer bothers you. Where you can think back on it briefly, not cringe, and just let yourself be who you are…despite what happened.

If you are willing to experiment with what I am going to offer, then you are well on your way towards healing. I know this because I have tried it.

The first step is to notice what it is about your past that you need to “get over”, and how would that help you in the long run? For example, are you are feeling ashamed of an alcoholic past? Would it help you focus on your work or your children? Would it make you a better person?

Once you have defined that, then think about the question: what can I learn from this? Life has a lot of lessons to learn and there are planets that help us focus on these themes as they are activated in our charts. What happened is not anything to be ashamed about. It is the universe’s way of shaping our souls to be the best person we can be.

What do some of the planets teach us? The Moon gives us insight into what makes us comfortable or safe, as well as our personal preferences. A person with a Leo Moon will feel great shining and performing in front of a group, while a Capricorn Moon will want to choose specific relationships with whom to become intimate.

Mars teaches us how to fight for the underdog. but not to cut everyone out of our lives at once, while Venus learns healthy boundaries in love. Depending on where these planets are placed in your chart natally, and where they are moving in the sky at the moment, affecting your natal placements, can bring light into what you may be learning.

When we learn from the past, we can move on from it. It can no longer hold us back. That is why taking a look at your natal chart can bring concrete events you have experienced into paths of healing. Astrology offers an opportunity to make sense of what has happened, based on our tendencies, what we hope for our futures, and how to bring that about based on our personalities. It is a beautiful journey, and I hope you take it, no matter where it takes you.

Calming Your Nervous System with Each Element

Your nervous system needs a break! Did you know that prolonged periods of stress can create a break down in your body? It is important to treat yourselves well. After all, we need our bodies for everything we do in life. We also need to find peace in the best way, as much as we can. So, I came up with a nervous system method for each element that connects to a sign in the Zodiac. Most of this comes from Astrology and Polyvagal Theory, my attempt to connect Astrology and Mental Health.

What are the elements? The four elements are: Fire, Earth, Water, Air. The Fire signs are: Aries, Leo, Saggitarius. The Earth signs in the Zodiac are: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn. The Water signs are: Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces. And finally, the Air signs are: Gemini, Libra, Aquarius. Okay, let us take a closer look at the tendencies of each sign. If you know your astrological chart, then take a look at what element your Sun, Moon, and Rising signs are in (if you do not know this, please email me!) as well in which element you have more planets. You may have a combination of elements, which is great, you can have a variety of ways in which to calm your autonomic system.

Fire signs tend to take a lot of action, are busy doing things, some over work, some just have too many irons in the fire. So, what the fire sign people need to focus on when it comes to their nervous systems is to create space to feel their system without judgment. Awareness can bring a lot of healing. Once we are aware, we can interrupt cycles and patterns that no longer serve us.

Earth signs enjoy having tangible experiences and information to inform them of their reality. When your nervous system is overworked, sometimes we do not know where the dysregulation is coming from, so Earth signs feel as though they may be losing themselves or control of their environment. What is needed here is a focus on a time where you felt calm, safe and connected. Who is someone that makes you feel welcomed? How do you create a special place for yourself to feel relaxed? Think about it and notice any changes in your body.

Water signs can give into emotions at times. Or they resist anything having to do with feelings; out of self-preservation. When we have enough going on in our lives, we do not feel the need to continue to feel or deal with other people’s moods. This is normal and do honor that! Additionally, think about the state you are in, not the emotion, my dear water- sign-people. Where are you on the spectrum between completely disconnected and alarmed to connected and safe? How did you get there? When did you get there? Once again, no need to judge here, just take it in and get back to a better state than you were by reminding yourself of something you know about you, such as “I am strong”. Say that aloud.

Air signs think- A LOT! (My air-sign-people are laughing right now). Yes, go ahead and laugh, it is good for breathing and the lungs, which air signs need. However, if it is not available to you, put your thoughts aside and be present with yourself. Do not think, just take some slow, deep breaths and notice how your nervous system feels. Thoughts will come and go, your do-to list will always be there. Give yourself the gift of being only in the present because that is all the matters in this very moment.

I hope this is helpful and if you have any questions, please email me, I look forward to connecting with you and receiving any feedback.

Astrological Ritual Ideas

Hey there! I hope today is lighting up your life! I am writing this on Mars- Day (Tuesday) and I had this idea about how to organize your week so you can feel more aligned with the planets while caring for yourself! Let’s start with Tuesday.

Since Mars is the ruler of this day, we can engage in Mars-like qualities, such as yoga that focuses on a warrior flow. We can also engage in activities that include the elements of metal, fire, and severing. Maybe this is the day you take a break from someone toxic, or light a candle or work on your car. As Rachel Lang (an Astrologer) in her webinars and posts has reminded me lately: everything we do every day that takes time can be a ritual. We can honor each activity with thoughtfulness and purpose.

Wednesday! Can you guess which planet rules this day? That is right: Mercury, the planet of thoughtfulness, memory, ideas, language, exchange of conversation, mercantile-like affairs. This a day where your yoga practice can center on your releasing your mind, especially if you think a lot and your thoughts feel overwhelming at times. Perhaps it is a good time to be in Savasana or in meditation a little longer and give your worries to the universe and a higher power.

Thursday is Jupiter’s day. I remember another Astrologer, Kelly Surtees, say it is a great day to get paid. Honor your body with some self-love. Maybe this can be your cheat day. This yoga flow can focus on the internal organs, as Jupiter rules the liver. Jupiter is there to remind you life is full and expansive and needs to be enjoyed, so go outside, snuggle with your pet; whatever creates a beautiful moment for you.

Venus rules Fridays! Ah, don’t you love the feeling that we made it to the end of the week? Love is in the air! We will likely go out with people we love, look all glammed up and post it to social media 😉 Yoga can focus on strengthening your abs and glutes to remind you to show them off in your new outfit. It is also important to honor the relationships around you. Perhaps it is a good day to call that special person, truly express how to feel about that wonderful someone in your life.

Saturday is Saturn’s day. Now, Saturn is typically associated with blockage, duty, delays, to name a few. In a more positive light it is the day you either wake up early to do CrossFit or you will sleep in. Even though Saturn is related to structures, this is a day to break them! (Or to get your taxes done ;)

Sunday. Part of the planet is the name of the day, which gives you a clue to which planet: the Sun. The Sun represents our vitality, how we show up in the world. So Sunday is all about engaging in the activities that light you up and center you.

Last, but not least, Monday. In Spanish, “Luna”, which gives you insight into the ruler of this day: the Moon, where we are more in tune with our emotions and sense of safety. In my next blog I will be sharing ways that each element can calm their nervous systems. Monday is a good day to be aware of what your nervous system is doing and how it feels. Your yoga practice can center on deep stretching found with yin, to slow yourself down.

Moon cycle reflections

There are big shifts happening right now… can you feel it? If you can, read on.

This is a great time to get in tune with the lunar cycle as a way to align with what you value. Values are the vehicle, which carry us into the direction we want to take in our lives.

What a better way to travel than with the Moon! How can you take this cycle with you?

Start with a reflective time alone in nature to imagine how you want your life to look this year.

Once you have a good image, take in the feelings and thoughts that go along with it. Take in those emotions and take them to the top of a mountain. Take in the breeze.

Now, think of one small step you will take in order to accomplish that this month at the New Moon. Dedicate that intention to the universe and ask it to guide you. Imagine a white, pure light covering you to lead you in the wise way.

Finally, thank the Earth for all the wisdom it holds and how she chooses to share with you.

As the Moon grows, and as you notice it while you are out and about during day or night, remind yourself of that purpose you have given to yourself.

At the Full Moon, it is time to dedicate that intention again to the Mother Earth and let it go. It is still at work, but you have now allowed that breeze at the top of the mountain to carry itself to its destiny.

Enjoy the journey. ♥️

Enjoy the Moment

I recently learned about the Capricorn ingress chart, versus the Aries ingress chart. In the astrology world, the year technically starts on the first day of spring. However, in Uranian Astrology, the year starts at the Northern Hemisphere’s winter solstice.

The interesting thing about this chart, which informs us of the following three months to come, is that at the time the Sun goes into Capricorn, the Moon (Luna) goes into comfy Taurus.

Luna feels good there, and typically, we do too. Enjoy this season of all the “little” comforts of life: a roaring fire, the sun shining through the trees, a warm tea in your hands, a raindrop in slow motion or a snowflake on your eyelash. It is then that you realize this moment is real and you are truly alive; and without your life, creation would have one less witness. So, enjoy it.

Full of Hope

Fulls moons are beautiful to look at and they inspire some positive vibes. In this full moon, we had a chatty energy touch the early degrees of Gemini (where Luna is) and the Sun exactly opposite (which is what a full moon is) in Sag. Moon and Admetos gives us insight into how we are feeling about the past. The Sun and Mars are helping us to take leadership action where we need to. Meanwhile, Cupido and Apollon are reminding us that effective leadership comes with freedom, peace, balance and scholarly information. Thus, taking action on what you know is right, true, and peaceful will bring you success in this life. Perhaps get in tune with yourself and what you value so you can make those courageous acts by going out into nature and listening to what your intuition has to say? After that, apply that intuition to realistic knowledge to what you know about yourself and the world. Does it match up? What does not match up? What tweaking needs to occur so that you have a more balanced view? Take some time this week to reflect.

New Moon, New Cycle

At approximately 2:39 pm EST on November 13, 2023, was a New Moon cycle. Now, this cycle visits the human population every 28 days, but this New Moon, something special happened.

The world got quiet, the wind blew over the lake and through my layers as I walked. I felt as raw as the air cutting my face. Tears welled up in my eyes, but I was not crying. My heart felt heavy, but I did not have any thoughts.

Then I heard it. Over the blaring wind, of the leaf-less trees, retrospective Jupiter was telling Venus how beautiful she is. He was happy to share in her space and indulge in warming, delicious foods, beautiful spaces, and pampering himself. “That is wonderful, Jup, but don’t overdo it,” Venus warned. Venus was focusing on balance and making sure she is organized for the upcoming holidays. She called out to Mercury: “Please talk to Jup, you can speak his language, you’re staying in his home”.

Mercury was too busy having fun and looking at places to travel, people to meet, all to strengthen his sense of purpose and love for life. Meanwhile, Sun and Moon were discussing plans for the month, and Mars kept interrupting with the “to do” list. Luna wanted to get deep about her needs and Sun wanted to shine a light on every secret. “I am feeling so vulnerable!” Said Luna.

“I am sorry, I can’t help it!” Sun responded defensively. “Look at how much fun you can have when you don’t have to worry about vulnerabilities!” He dived into the water and swam around. “Make sure you get everything done before the holidays!” Mars reminded again. “But let us also learn to have some fun and relax”, chimed in Mercury and Jupiter with smooth, gentle voices.

If you are feeling any of these archetypes, it is because the sky is reminding us of what this season is about. Rest, plan, dive, play, repeat.

Eclipse in Libra

Hello again! What is an eclipse and what is the big deal with it? The astronomical reason we get an eclipse is due to the orbital path that the Moon takes between the Earth and the Sun. Therefore, we either see a portion of the Sun, or just a ring around it, as it is blocked by the Moon. This link tells you more in detail with an animation! (so cool).

What does this mean astrologically? I am glad you asked! When looking at an astrological chart, the New Moon will land on a node. The nodes mark the orbital path of the Moon on the ecliptic and where they intersect. So, essentially today, October 14, 2023, we have Sun, Moon and South Node in Libra packing a punch in the energies. Remember my video on Venus retrograde (it is in the blog now too!), well Venus plays a big role here too, because it is the Zodiac sign ruler of Libra, which basically means the planets that travel through Libra are answering to Venus. She is in charge of this energy, within Libran qualities.

I am going to tell you a little story about my experience this year since the nodes changed signs to Aries/Libra axis. I have Venus as my chart ruler. (For more on where this means, please email me!) Since Mars and the South Node met up together in Libra (where Venus rules), I have been getting sick on and off and very consistently. The South Node tends to decrease and the North Node increases. My health was definitely decreasing in the time, and Mars typically gives me my vitality, and he was struggling to provide me with energy due to being in Libra (his weak place, due to being in detriment), and the South Node did not help the situation. How does that affect us collectively?

Again, I am glad you asked! Keep in mind the current themes right now in the world. As you think of those, let’s uncover the themes the eclipse chart is bringing out. Libra is a sign that represents balance and peace. Although the New Moon is bringing new ideas and concepts and cleaning the slate, there are still a lot of opposition and hard aspects happening. Venus, the ruler of Libra, who is weakened there. She is answering to Mercury, who is under the beams of the sun, and will be a bit torched by the Sun until it goes retrograde (and things can get haywire). So, get your communication lines in tact before Dec 13th, because it can be bumpy after this eclipse for a bit. Saturn and Jupiter and continuing their story on the themes from December 14, 2020, as they make a hard aspect. And the outer planets: Uranus, Neptune and Pluto all make applying hard aspects to this New Moon (which is basically the Sun and Moon conjoining). The outer planets represent the cycles of the world at large. Uranus represents the technological advancements, Neptune represents the liquids of the earth, such as liquified natural gas, diesel, alcohol; Pluto represents all energy resources and waste management. If this New Moon is making a hard aspect to these themes, then it is possible there will be a shift, as we have been seeing bits of already. So, look out for these stories as we enter this eclipse and we will revisit these themes again in April at the next eclipse! By being observers of the sky, we can become better people.

Pluto Cycles

Hello and welcome to another post- this time about Pluto cycles. Have you ever wondered what this slow moving planet actually represents? Pluto is receiving a lot of hype these days and it’s not because he is the “dwarf planet”. Despite your feelings about if the planet is a “real” one or not; is not the point. The point is that Pluto can still affect us. As many astrologers say, “as above, so below”, meaning: while we are going about our earthly routines, planetary influences are at work. Pluto represents the world at large and our role as a society to overcome challenges. What Pluto touches is never the same again: it is transformed.

Pluto has been at 29 degrees in Capricorn; the degree of crisis. Pluto was lingering there at the start of 2023 until 6:00 AM EDT of June 11th, when he entered Aquarius. He wasn’t there very long and so this 29 degree crisis point has been affecting us, especially through the contact Pluto makes to other planets.

On July 18th, the nodes of the Moon came into play with Pluto in a square and opposite the new Moon. What was going on in your life and in the world around you at that time? Those were the seeds planted as we continue on this Pluto journey.

For example, the United States is experiencing a return of where Pluto was when the Declaration of Independence was signed. When a planet returns to its position from when you started a cycle, that placement has significance. That spot on the chart now has a memory, and the theme of that memory comes up again. (See my Venus post!)

So we venture on, like boats against the current. So, is it time to change course? Or is it time to ride with the tide? I think the woke movement will become more accepted and differences between people will not matter as much. However, right now we see that people are rebelling against the change. Human nature does not like change. Once we recognize it is a norm, we will accept it like a cell phone in the street when we thought it was impossible.

On At 6:00 AM EST, January 21, 2024, Pluto will go back into Aquarius and it will be there for a long time, so get ready for more of the story to unfold.

Venus Cycles

I am here to share with you about the Venus love cycles! It is true: Venus represents love and relationships, universally. (And she is retrograde at this very moment, so take note on how that feels these days). Venus also has a special signification in your chart. And the aspects she makes to other planets can bring affect if the relationship tends towards divorce or eternal love.

Venus takes approximately 7 or 8 years to arrive at the same point again. So if you are tracking a Venus- related theme, such as a relationship or an artistic endeavor, how you feel after 7 years will dictate Venus’ status from when and where she started. Have you heard of the 7-year- itch? It’s real. I have also seen it up close and personal in therapy sessions with a countless amount of couples. The seven-year mark is when things get hard, because Venus comes back to its original spot from when you met! So if Venus has struggles when you met, there will be struggles at that seven- year mark. It is important to pay attention to themes, because overcoming those challenges helps with the longevity of your relationship.

Moon Cycles and What They Mean

Beginnings are charged with New Moon energy. It is also a great time for a haircut (if you want the hair to grow). Maybe this is a little known fact and that is why I saw everyone flocking the hair salon when I was there. As the Moon increases in light, it is gaining energy and presence in the sky. This is amazing. Those people born under this energy are go-getters, they light up the night. Then the Moon reaches its fullness and it is directly opposite the Sun. These are people who are not afraid of successes. However, those with the waning Moon energies are people who are intuitive and who cannot help but connect with other realms. Sometimes, they are viewed as odd. And that is okay. What house does your Moon rule and what planets are there? We can check it out together! Reach out to me today.

Full Moon in June

The next Full Moon cycle (I personally enjoy the Full Moon more than the New Moon, however, they each carry their own, distinct energies).

How did you fare this last month with Uranus’ suddenness and possibly reviewing more than you would have liked? How are your creative projects? (We are all creative in some way, so take time to tap into that part if you are not doing so).

Let us now make sense of some new energies for this month. Thankfully, Uranus is quiet for a bit, in general. (However, that does not exclude where Uranus can be in your natal chart). Sun and Venus have a love/hate relationship right now. Do you know someone whom you love to be around but also get annoyed with because they ignore you from time to time? That is this energy. The way you express yourself can be positive, however, it can also have you feeling misunderstood. How to overcome this? Time: give people time to process, give time to yourself to meditate and quiet all the loud, unhelpful thoughts, give time for gratitude towards what you have, not in what you lack.

What is new with me: I am exploring ancestral healing, so that is coming soon into a blog or as an intervention in your therapy session! Talk soon!

Full Moon today!

Here we are, with a Lunar Eclipse and Full Moon in Scorpio. What a great time to be authentic and true to oneself. Scorpio energy finds it hard to trust everything at face value, because it understands the depth of the human psyche and inner motives. This brings the eclipse cycle to an end, for now. Some of us will experience an ending of some kind, but the projects you decided on or the intentions you have made with yourself will come up again in 6 months if they are new. Uranus’ bustling energy of the mind, in alignment with the Sun, yet contra parallel the Moon, we discover how we really want to express ourselves because, as I mentioned, being true to oneself is important right now under this energy. Mars and Saturn separate, providing hope through the last push in an overwhelming challenge, so hang in there. As it can be an invitation for sudden decisions, it is also a welcomed energy for caution. Mercury’s energy is asking us to review things: possibly our taxes, or our forms of communication towards our partner or loved ones. Meanwhile, Venus and Jupiter are flirting in the back room, finalizing opportunities to fall in love with a project or with an artistic field. Perhaps your creative side has discovered some new medium? Well, enjoy this next month’s explorations and follow me as we go into each Moon sign next month!