Mercury is the Messenger, the planet of communication. During Mercury retrograde, the Messenger slows down and thoughts and feelings are driven deep within. This planetary phase brings us a time of much needed introspection; to slow down and review how things are going within ourselves and life.
In the first sign of fiery Aries, the Ram, the Warrior, themes of fear, courage, passion and action are present. Mars is the ruler of Aries and adding extra energy and potential challenges to this retrograde period.
Read morePluto in Capricorn stationed retrograde on October 10th. The planet of transformation, Pluto shows us the dark side of life, and with that, straight up asks us if we can find and create meaning in our lives. Are we doing something, building something, participating in something that we truly care about and in doing so brings value to the human experience in some way?
Read moreThe first day of the Sun entering Virgo, we are deep into retrograde season. Yes it’s time for another go around with Mercury! Increasing the mental focus of this phase of retracing and reflecting on where we’ve been is due to Mercury being in Virgo, one of the two signs Mercury rules (Gemini is the other). In the down to earth sign of Virgo extra emphasis is focused on overall improvement, of self and circumstances.
Read moreTransiting Venus in Leo stations retrograde on July 22nd until September 3, 2023. At that time Venus will station direct at 12 degrees, 12 minutes of Leo, finishing out the transit through Leo on October 8, 2023.
When Venus stations retrograde, it is a time to go back over and reflect upon the area of life of the birthchart it has traveled through up to this point in time. The Goddess and planet of love, relaxation, restoration, personal appeal and aesthetics and the ways we make money are natural Venus pathways. Very much about personal connection and making relationships; Venus represents how, what and who we love.
Read moreThe planet of transformation, death and rebirth, the work of transiting Pluto’s is internal, within each of us, and we make up the collective. As Pluto evolves through the cycle of the signs so does the fundamental motivations within our subconscious that then are expressed through a higher vibration or lower vibration (shadow) and made visible out in the world. Being the outermost, most slow moving planet, Pluto’s impact is highly significant in changing humanity and shaping the course of history.
Pluto in Aquarius began its annual retrograde as well as its first retrograde in Aquarius on May 1, 2023 and lasts until October 10, 2023 when Pluto stations direct in Capricorn.
Read moreOn August 24, 2022, transiting Uranus in Taurus will begin its annual retrograde joining the other outer planets in a collective backward spin.
Uranus is the planet of individuation and often called the “Great Awakener” for Uranus shakes us up inside and out, helping us to determine who we truly are from the desires or expectations of society, family and friends.
Read moreTransiting Mars, the God of War, the planet of action, passion, sex, courage and boundary setting has been in the sign of Taurus since July 5, 2022. In that time we had the opportunity to slow down and stabilize what we began while Mars previously was in Aries. However, the cycles of astrological energy are always in motion and August 20th, Mars will enter into the sign of Gemini, activating, shifting and increasing possibilities. In general, things will begin to move faster, information will flow, changes will blow into your life and the need for increased communication, flexibility and an open mind is called for.
Read moreMercury stationed retrograde, January 14th at 10 degrees, 20 minutes of Aquarius where we are drawn to go back over certain areas of our lives and ourselves. In the sign of Aquarius, the question of authenticity is on the table. This retrograde gives us the opportunity to slow down and go over certain aspects of our lives to determine if we are on the correct path for ourselves. Take this time to question, to reflect and if needed revise your strategies and plans that feel more suited to who you are now and what you truly want to accomplish. Mercury retrograde can create snags, confusion and sometimes chaos, especially when technology is involved, so be more aware and intentional for this is one of the gifts we learn from a retrograde.
Read moreAs we ready ourselves to move out of a cosmically eventful Libra season where Pluto, Saturn, Jupiter and Mercury leave the retrograde phase and begin forward movement, the Full Moon in Aries rises in the sky engaging our emotions and fueling our desires with passion and fortitude for what comes next.
Read moreOctober begins with 6 planets in deep reflection and review with Mercury’s recent retrograde in Libra. This line up of cosmic teachers has given us a period of time to re-evaluate and go back over many of our most meaningful and serious life concerns, big dreams and endeavors. With a great deal of inward focus, the New Moon in Libra signals a time of renewal and setting intentions that center around beauty, balance and peace within and in our outer world and very importantly, relationships of all kinds.
Read moreA few days after the Lunar Eclipse on May 29th Mercury in Gemini will station retrograde until June 22nd. Mercury in its own sign of Gemini since May 3rd has significantly increased communication and information flow but when retrograde there will be times when the flow slows down and sometimes pause. Minds and plans can change, and data can become tangled or lost. Greater attention will be needed to go back over the details and keep things straight. This is a valuable time for reflection, especially before important conversations or commitments. Remain open minded, flexible and participate in needed revisions for the best outcome.
Read moreOn May 23rd, transiting Saturn stationed retrograde until October 11th Saturn is the planet of maturity and reality bringing us lessons; that if roll up our sleeves and meet the challenges with discipline and perseverance we become stronger, wiser and more mature.
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