Venus Rises

We're back for Season Three of Venus Rises!

Rebecca and Bronwyn are back to guide you through the tumultuous skies of 2023. We'll be dropping in when the big transits come along with guidance and supports, starting with August's Venus Retrograde in Leo.

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Show Notes - Season 3 Episode One - Venus Retrograde in Leo 2023

**Understanding the Venus Retrograde Cycle (1:00 - 3:30)**

- Venus stations retrograde roughly every 18 months over an eight-year period, forming a five-pointed star pattern in the sky.

- Venus retrograde provides an opportunity to explore unseen aspects of Venus and undergo an inner journey.**Pre-Shadow Period and Themes of the Retrograde (3:30 - 6:13)**

- The pre-shadow period began on June 19, offering a preview of the upcoming retrograde themes.

- The three phases of the retrograde are the pre-shadow (preview), the retrograde (active period), and the post-shadow (review and cleanup).- People with planets in fixed signs (Leo, Aquarius, Taurus, Scorpio) between 12 and 28 degrees will be strongly affected, as well as those with Taurus and Libra-ruled houses in their chart.

**What Venus Represents (6:13 - 10:31)**

- Venus rules values, money, love, relationships, women+, beauty, arts, and the exchange of energy with others.- Venus is associated with the heart chakra and represents the harmonious balance and beauty in life.

- A Venus retrograde can be an opportunity to reassess our values, relationships, and finances.

**Leo Attributes and Potential Pitfalls (10:31 - 13:52)**

- Leo is associated with creativity, playfulness, joy, drama, royalty, and being seen.

- Unhealthy Leo traits may include craving attention, self-absorption, drama, or manipulation for approval.

**Exploring Shame and Self-Love (13:52 - 17:33)**

- During the retrograde, one may encounter obstacles to self-love and areas where they feel unworthy of love or validation.

- Shame can lead to an implosion of positive energy, hindering the ability to radiate warmth and self-acceptance.

- Looking back at past experiences of growth and self-confidence can help overcome self-doubt.

**Nurturing the Positive Leo Archetypes (17:33 - 19:23)**

- Positive Leo traits include warmth, generosity, creativity, and being a source of light for others.

- Healthy Leo energy fosters genuine connections, while unhealthy aspects may involve seeking external validation.

**Navigating Relationships During the Retrograde (19:23 - 22:13)**

- In relationships, be aware of the potential for manipulation or emotional demands due to insecurity.

- The retrograde can prompt reassessment and deeper understanding of relationship dynamics.

**Embracing the Underworld Journey (22:13 - 25:18)**

- The retrograde journey can be likened to the Persephone myth, with themes of descent and renewal.

- Embrace the cyclical nature of life and transformation during the Venus retrograde.

- Utilize this period for introspection and growth, understanding that challenges can lead to evolution.

- Reconnecting with people from the past may be significant during this period.

Supports during Venus Retrograde:

- Practicing the "Bliss Journal" - Record something delightful that brings bliss every day.

- Rose Water or Rose Oil - Connects with Venus' love and appreciation, use in diffusers, baths, or drinks.

- Rose Hibiscus Tea - A heart-opening and Venusian beverage.

- Hawthorn and Crab Apple - Herbal supports for the heart, self-love, and self-compassion.

- Malachite - A green stone supporting emotional balance and self-expression.

Cautionary Notes (Don'ts):

- Avoid making big investments or purchases during Venus Retrograde.

- Be mindful of communications during the Mercury-Venus retrograde overlap, as misunderstandings may arise.

- Beware of impulsive actions during Venus square Uranus; overindulgence and excess might occur.

- Avoid major relationship decisions or reconciliations during Venus Retrograde, especially with the Jupiter and Uranus squares.

Welcome to Season Two!

The call of this New Moon, and the energy of this week, is to acknowledge the shadow (and the shadow work of the last year) but take decisive, self-motivated action to move on from it. What are the real-life, real-world courageous actions you can take this week to begin that forward motion?

I'll be looking at one listener chart each week. Want me to look at your chart during the podcast? Send me your birth info! astrology@bronwynsimons.com

No forecast today, but a special announcement. Poetically timed with the Balsamic Moon in Pisces, we are concluding Season One of Venus Rises. Tune in next week for Episode One of Season Two! Didn't we say that 2021 would be all about pivoting gracefully with the sudden shifts in energy?

We appreciate all of your support for Season One, its been a wonderful journey. We hope you'll join us for what's next.

Lots of love,

Bronwyn & Rebecca

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Rebecca: rebecca@venusrisingastrology.com 

Implementing Change: Episode 26 - Astrological Events of Feb 15 - 22 2021  

This week we are experiencing part one of a three part story as Uranus squares Saturn. Resistance to and from outdated societal structures is an ongoing theme, as we attempt to make changes to the world we live in. Trying to make sense of things through clear thought or communication will be challenging this week while Mercury comes to a halt in the sky, highlighting confusion about our place in society. It will be worthwhile to focus on self-love, developing trust in the beauty of our own unique contributions. We can embrace what makes us different as the gift we offer in service to the collective. Individual voices will join together and be raised mid-week, speaking out against injustice. If resistance is met as unexpected changes arise, we are encouraged to stay flexible. Things will be brought to the surface this week. Consider what arises as an opportunity to heal the deep internal wounds that prevent us from bringing our own bright light to the groups we participate in.

The Wallpaper:

• Aquarius stellium continues
  
• Mercury stations direct
  
• Saturn square Uranus
  

The Week:

Monday February15: Reconciliation and Action

• Moon in Aries sextile Mercury, Jupiter and Venus in Aquarius
  

Tuesday February 16: Speaking Up

• Moon square Pluto
  
• Moon enters Taurus
  

Wednesday February 17: Societal Choice Points

• Saturn in Aquarius square Uranus in Taurus
  
• Moon conjunct Uranus
  

Thursday February 18: A Felt Sense of Compassion

• Sun enters Pisces
  

Friday February 19: Implementing Strategies

• Venus in Aquarius square Mars in Taurus
  
• Moon enters Gemini
  

Saturday February 20: Mental Confusion

• Mercury station direct in Aquarius
  

Sunday February 21: Amplification of Emotion

• Ceres enters Aries
  

Monday February 22: Toward Greater Acts of Kindness

• Moon Cancer trine Sun in Pisces
  

The Supports:

Working with Aquarius Stellium:

• Flower Essence: Vervain tempers extremes of mental energy and stress, easing an overactive mind
  
• Flower/Essential Oil: Lupines supports greater acts of generosity when self-preservation obscures our participation in larger community
  
• Stone:  Pyrite aides in coming into alignment with one's true self worth enabling connection with your personal power while negating feelings of shame.
  

Reviewing Belief Systems: Episode 25 - Astrological Events of Feb 8 - 15 2021

The past month has been an incubator for powerful conversations brought to the fore from the rollercoaster of 2020. This week offers us opportunities to clarify our minds around these topics. Some perspectives are up for review as we discover where we have been too inflexible in our thinking. Deep internal shifts around ideology and belief systems will be taking place. With the balsamic phase of the Moon, we can distill what we want to carry forward and release the rigid behaviors that have been blocking our progress. Mercury is still retrograde, allowing us time to reconsider our opinions. Bear witness to conversations taking place on a greater scale and within your own mind. Is there a place where you are being encouraged to embrace broader perspectives by the communities you participate in? There will be moments of illumination as our limiting thought patterns are revealed. After a bit of realignment, optimism and exuberance come shining through! We are cautioned against going overboard in excitement to dismantle the old while building the new. Maintaining mental and emotional balance will ensure that we are fully able to benefit from clarity of vision Aquarius has on offer.

The Wallpaper:

• New Moon in Aquarius
  
• Uranus square Saturn vibes
  

The Week:

Monday February 8: Lightbulb Moments

• Sun conjunct Mercury in Aquarius
  

Tuesday February 9: Pattern Recognition

• Moon enters Aquarius
  

Wednesday February 10: Taking the High Road

• Mercury in Aquarius square Mars in Taurus
  

Thursday February 11: Going Overboard

• New Moon in Aquarius
  
• Venus conjunct Jupiter in Aquarius
  
• Moon enters Pisces
  

Friday February 12: Into the Emotional Body

• Lunar New Year
  

Saturday February 13: A Day of Healing

• Mercury conjunct Venus in Aquarius
  
• Mars in Taurus sextile Neptune in Pisces
  

Sunday February 14: Exuberant Idealism

• Mercury conjunct Jupiter in Aquarius
  
• Moon enters Aries
  

The Supports:

Working with the Planets:

• Flower Essence: Water Violet softens rigidity in belief systems, gently exposing inflexibility while allowing for compassion and release of grief
  
• Herb/Essential Oil: Cardamom for objectivity, helps break down intense emotions projected onto others, to regain a solid sense of self-control and clearer thinking
  

Stone: Lepidolite is known as a stone of transition, aiding in the release of negativity and reconfiguration of limiting psychological patterns, gently inducing change

Focusing on Human Family: Episode 23 - Astrological Events of Jan 24 - 30 2021

We have two big events in the sky week: a Full Moon in Leo and Mercury turning retrograde in Aquarius.  The spotlight centers on the part we play as individuals within the society, community and our friendships. Unconscious awareness, beliefs and dreams will be making their way to the surface in our relationships. This includes our participation in group dynamics through the digital medium of the internet which, for many of us these days, serves as our primary means of communication. Disagreements and misinterpretation may surface. If things take an unexpected or disruptive turn, be open to the opportunity for clarification. Dig deep and own your limitations and fears - with the nature of a full moon our tendency may be to project. This week we are offered the capacity to rise above chaotic emotional response with a greater understanding of how we give and receive love. We can release subconscious patterns of defensiveness and restrictive self-preservation to embrace something greater and deeper, creating a sounder level of trust and belonging within our families of choice. Recognize what is truly worth fighting for and recalibrate your perceptions. Allow yourself to fearlessly lean into the higher octave of love.

The Wallpaper:

• Full Moon in Leo
  
• Mercury Retrograde in Aquarius
  
• Neptune in Pisces square the Nodal Axis in Sagittarius/Gemini
  

The Week:

Monday January 25: Feeling the Feels

• Moon enters Cancer
  

Tuesday January 26: Revelations in Relationship

• Sun in Aquarius square Uranus in Taurus
  

Thursday January 28: Breakthroughs in Healing

• Full Moon in Leo 11:16am PST, Sun conjunct Jupiter Aquarius
  
• Venus conjunct Pluto in Capricorn
  

Saturday January 30: Reviewing Our Role in Group Dynamics

• Mercury Retrograde in Aquarius
  

Sunday January 31: Productive Emotional Work

• Vesta/Moon in Virgo opposing Ceres/Neptune in Pisces
  

The Supports:

Working with the Planets:

• Flower Essence: Crab Apple helps us to overcome fear and inner doubt, encouraging self-acceptance when faced with feelings of shame over past behaviors
  
• Stone: Rose Quartz to support and radiate loving kindness in relationship, hope, joy and harmony.  Excellent for calming in trauma, crisis, and grief
  
• Essential Oil:  Geranium leads away from the logical mind and into the warmth of the heart, restoring trust in relationships, receptivity to human love and connection
  

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Unexpected Events: Episode 22 - Astrological Events of Jan 17 - 23 2021

Much of the activity in the sky this week focuses on the planet Uranus.  Known for its surprising and disruptive nature, Uranus ushers in unexpected events. There is strong potential for explosive reactivity and volatility. Our nervous systems may be hyper-stimulated. The energy will feel electrical and enervating, so much so that we should be mindful of guarding our physical and emotional bodies from excess stimulation. There is the possibility of “getting carried away”. We are encouraged to somaticize emotions and allow our feelings to move through our bodies, as Uranian events that seem beyond our control unfold. Watch for impatience, anxiety, restlessness and fight or flight feelings. We can liberate excess mental energy by physically channeling it into tangible projects and creativity. On the precipice of a huge historic turning point, the changes we can make in our own lives will add to a sense of groundedness and security within the greater whole. As we hold space with our hopes for the future, staying present in the moment is key.

The Wallpaper: The Big Event

• Mars conjunct Uranus in Taurus
  

The Week:

Sunday January 17: Easy Does It

• Jupiter in Aquarius square Uranus in Taurus
  
• Moon enters Aries 11:07pm PST
  

Monday January 18: Pushing Forward

• Moon in Aries, sextile Saturn and Jupiter
  

Tuesday January 19: Looking to the Future

• Sun enters Aquarius
  
• Vesta station retrograde in Virgo
  

Wednesday January 20: Crisis and Decision Points

• Mars conjunct Uranus in Taurus
  
• Moon in Taurus 10:57am PST
  

Thursday January 21: Emotional Release

• Neptune conjunct Ceres in Pisces
  

Friday January 22: Rest and Integration

• Moon VOC 1:28 PM - 11:44pm PST
  
• Moon enters Gemini 11:43pm PST
  

Saturday January 23: Bringing Dreams to the Tangible Realm

• Mars in Taurus square Juptier in Aquarius
  
• Venus in Capricorn sextile Neptune in Pisces
  
• Sun conjunct Saturn in Aquarius
  

The Supports:

Working with Uranus in Taurus:

• Flower Essence:  Rescue Remedy, a combination of 5 essences for moments of crisis
  
• Stone: Shungite shields against environmental toxins, detoxifies and purifies by absorbing and eliminating negative energies, for grounding of the lower chakras
  

Essential Oil/Herb: Vanilla for calming and quieting the mind, evokes feelings of warmth and happiness, soothing anxiety and relaxing the body

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Seeking Stability Within: Episode 21 - Astrological Events of Jan 10 - 16 2021  

Rough and tumble, the week is a giant mixed bag as we continue to bridge the past and the future. In all ways imaginable we need surge protection for our psyches this week. We are prompted to find security and nourishment with those around us and in our immediate environment as shock waves continue to reverberate from the world stage. With the sky so full of disruptive energies, cultivating practices that leave us grounded yet flexible will help us hold steady as we experience more tumultuous change on a collective level.  The New Moon in Capricorn mid-week provides us with the opportunity to set intentions and firmly root them into our lives. We can fortify these intentions by fully embracing all we have endured over the past year, in recognition of our own resiliency. Acknowledging our own strength and seeking ways to embody stabilization will assist us in remaining tenaciously rooted while we weather the winds of change.

The Wallpaper:

• New Moon in Capricorn
  
• Uranus Stations Direct
  
• Mars Approaching Conjunction to Uranus
  

The Week:

Monday January 11: Righteous Thinking

• Moon enters Capricorn
  
• Mercury in Aquarius conjunct Jupiter in Aquarius
  

Tuesday January 12: In Need of Surge Protection

• Mercury in Aquarius square Uranus in Taurus
  
• New Moon in Capricorn 9pm PST
  

Wednesday January 13: Attempting an Overhaul

• Moon enters Aquarius
  
• Mars in Taurus square Saturn in Aquarius
  
• Uranus stations direct
  
• Venus trine Uranus
  

Thursday January 14: Potentially Explosive Release

• Sun conjunct Pluto in Capricorn
  

Friday January 15: A Much Needed Reprieve

• Moon enters Pisces
  

The Supports:

Working with the Planets:

• Flower Essence:  Vervain to assuage extremes of mental energy, helps with relaxation from overstimulation and aids in rationally and stably defending a cause
  
• Stone: Garnet is useful in crisis situations where there seems to be no way out and promotes mutual assistance through times of trouble
  
• Essential Oil: Myrrh for reconnecting to self, restoring trust in the self and enhancing feelings of safety and belonging
  
• Tea: Nettle for deep nourishment, fortification and protection from irritation and depletion
  
• Yin activity:  Standing meditation with eyes closed, finding balance through subtle movement in the soles of your feet
  

Dynamic Movement Toward Our True Values: Episode 20 - Astrological Events of Jan 3 - 9 2021

The week begins with an opportunity to make progress with detailed planning - as a seed moment for the coming year.  With three personal planets switching signs this week, the changing energies will be palpable.  These transitions may not feel entirely gentle as we shift to a heightened focus on security and stability.  Similar to landing in a plane after cruising at high speeds, we are called to adjust to a slower, more steady pace.  We are offered practicality in pursuit of goals, and can utilize tenacity and perseverance in creating new paths toward what we truly value.  This week is a time of investment in our future selves, bringing our dreams down to earth and responsibly taking the steps needed to bring our larger visions into reality.

The Wallpaper:  A Palpable Tonal Shift

• Mars enters Taurus
  
• Mercury enters Aquarius
  
• Venus enters Capricorn
  

The Week:

Monday January 4: Deeply Focused

• Mercury conjunct Pluto
  
• Moon enters Libra @ 9:42 PST
  

Wednesday January 6: Potentially Chaotic

• Mars enters Taurus
  

Thursday January 7: A Heightened Intensity

• Moon enters Scorpio
  

Friday January 8: Finding Value in Community

• Mercury into Aquarius
  
• Venus into Capricorn
  

Saturday January 9:  Seeking Tangible Progress

• Moon enters Sagittarius
  
• Venus trine Mars
  
• Mercury conjunct Saturn
  

The Supports:

Working with Saturn:

• Flower Essence: Heather soothes feeling of loneliness, awakening compassion and awareness of our greater part in the collective whole, helping us see our own concerns in the context of others
  
• Stone: Lapis Lazuli helps to identify the karmic roots of things and the habitual thought patterns and emotions sabotaging the healing process, promoting mental clarity
  
• Essential Oil: Cypress to ease the pain of death and loss, supporting healthy grieving
  
• Herb: Cypress for unbinding and release, burn some chips or incense
  

Cautious Strategic Planning: Episode 19 - Astrological Events of Dec 27 2020 - Jan 2 2021

The sky is relatively calm this week. Our primary focus will be illuminated by the Full Moon in Cancer.  This full moon is a great chance for emotional release and self-nurturing, providing a balm for the pain of the last year and an assist in letting go.  We are offered a preview of how we will be required to shift and pivot with flexibility in the coming year.  Take note and incorporate these insights into your intentions for the immediate and long term future.  This is a week of gentle release and subtle preparation.

The transition into 2021 is the perfect time to create resolutions and actually have them stick.  Changes begun now will require continual commitment, but this year, more than other years, we understand that all things worth doing take time.

The Wallpaper:

• Full Moon in Cancer
  

The Week:

Monday December 28:  Putting Strategies in Place

• Pallas in Aquarius square Uranus in Taurus
  

Tuesday December 29:  Projections Exposed

• Moon enters Cancer
  
• Full Moon in Cancer 7:30pm PST
  

Wednesday December 30: A Time for Release

• Venus in Sagittarius square Neptune in Pisces
  
• Venus conjunct South Node in Sagittarius
  

Thursday December 31: Exuberant Goodbyes to 2020

• Moon enters Leo
  

Friday January 1: A Peaceful Day

• Mercury sextile Neptune
  

Saturday January 2:  Be Gentle with Criticisms

• Moon enters Virgo
  

The Supports:

Working with the Planets:

• Flower Essence: Scleranthus for poise and decisive action as we begin to work with the fixed squares. Crab Apple to help in the release and cleansing of the past year.
  
• Stone:  Moonstone for calming and soothing of the emotional body, identification and mastery of emotional patterns stored in the subconscious
  
• Essential Oil: Laurel for overcoming self-doubt and lack of confidence, embracing commitment without fear or success, releases self-sabotaging tendencies
  
• Herb: Bay Leaf for cooking in winter soups for perseverance and support for long term aspirations

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The Great Conjunction: Episode 18 - Astrological Events of December 20 - 26 2020

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With three planets switching signs last week and two this week, changes abound. Some of the same old stories will be springing up again, but now they’re playing out in a different atmosphere. One that is primed for change. It is a time of transition. Our thinking may become more serious and practical as we turn to a more forward focused and strategic mindset as we consider reformatting our long term plans. The sky is offering us a great opportunity for enduring change. We can seize what’s on offer by finally and honestly releasing those things that are congesting our environment and mindscape. Old habits and thought patterns can truly be banished to the past. Midweek, through an eruption of emotion, our attention may be drawn to something that needs letting go. Watch responses and reactions for cues. On the Winter Solstice, we experience the darkest day of the Northern Hemisphere - after this the light begins to grow as the days will lengthen. At this time of new beginnings we can take a beat to rest while we adjust and recalibrate our internal structures. With so much shifting energetically, it may take a moment for us to regain our bearings, but commitments made to a more promising future can be fruitfully seeded now.  It’s the perfect time to clear space for the new and set intentions for the coming years.

The Wallpaper:

• Sun and Mercury Capricorn
• Great Conjunction
  

The Week:

Sunday December 20: Practical Thinking

• Mercury enters Capricorn
  

Monday December 21:  A Commitment to Enduring Change

• Winter Solstice
• Sun enters Capricorn
• Moon enters Aries
• Jupiter conjunct Saturn in Aquarius
  

Wednesday December 23: Watch for Eruptive Emotional Reactions

• Moon/Mars in Aries square Pluto in Capricorn
  

Thursday December 24: A Grace Note of Comfort

• Moon enters Taurus
  

Saturday December 26: Supportive Communication

• Moon enters Gemini
  

The Supports:

Working with Saturn and Jupiter:

• Flower Essence: Star of Bethlehem brings you back into joy and hope from shock and trauma and allows you to ground
  
• Stone: Septarian or Dragonstone is stabilizing and calming, eases communication with groups, connects us to the earth and assists with clear vision for the future
  
• Essential Oil: Niaouli for the release of perceived threats, bringing a rational mind, clearing toxicity and discord within
  
• Herb: Pine Sprigs to fill your home with a seasonal scent and connect with the stability of Saturn
  

Sudden Subtle Revelations: Episode 15: Astrological Events of November 29 - December 5 2020

The big news in the sky this week is a lunar eclipse early Monday morning combined with the energy of Neptune changing directions. This brings in a heightened sensitivity to emotions that could show up as brain foggy, emotional or escapist. Work with Neptune by listening to music, watching films, finding a creative outlet for the imagination. Meditation, prayer and mantra are a solid way to weather the unexpected revelations that come during eclipse season. Remember too that full moons are times of illumination.  Combined with the nature of the eclipse, this could reveal things that you were not able to see before.  Especially on an intuitive level.  What is brought to light may be useful in the weeks to come - wait for those revelations instead of making big decisions or taking immediate action. There’s plenty of information yet to be unveiled throughout the coming month.

Lunar eclipses are known as a time of great internal intensity, so we need to be mindful of the temptation to participate in dialogues that are not nurturing. Many of us may be fixed in our attitudes during this time, but there can be a lack of clarity in the expression of those ideas. Thankfully, we may find we are lacking sufficient energy to engage in unfruitful exchanges. Applying your mind to foreign ideas, new concepts, exploring other cultures, reaching out to adventure in new terrain - both literally and figuratively -  is going to brighten our outlook by the end of the week. Seeking beyond our own regular sources of influence and expanding our horizons will be highly beneficial, bringing an uplift and an optimistic boost for a warm and light hearted weekend.

The Wallpaper:

• Full Moon Lunar Eclipse 8° Gemini
  
• Neptune Direct
  
• Mercury enters Sagittarius
  

The Week:

Sunday November 29: Restless Awareness

• Moon enters Gemini
  

Monday November 30: Knowledge and Beliefs

• Full Moon Lunar Eclipse  8° Gemini @ 1:30 am PST
  

Tuesday December 1:  A Lighter Mind

• Mercury enters Sagittarius
  

Wednesday December 2: An Emotional Connection

• Moon enters Cancer
  

Friday December 4: Spontaneous Fun

• Moon enters Leo
  

Saturday December 5: Brightened Optimism

• Grand Fire Trine:  Moon in Leo, Sun in Sagittarius, Mars in Aries
  
• Venus in Scorpio trine Neptune in Pisces
  

The Supports:

Working with the Lunar Eclipse:

• Flower Essence: Rock Rose: calming the nervous system and helping to get us back to our best minds, remediation for the straining events of the year - use Rescue Remedy if you have it
  
• Essential Oil: Juniper Berry: protective - for cleansing and dispelling negative energies and  purifying the air in your environment
  
• Stone: Tourmalinated Quartz: Grounding, clearing and protective, aids in cleansing thoughts and vibrations, helpful for attuning to ones soul purpose and clarifying a sense of direction
  

Adjusting Our Perspectives:  Episode 14 - Astrological Events of November 22 - 28 2020

It’s Sagittarius Season!  Our regularly scheduled exuberance leading into Holiday Season has been pared back this year since Jupiter, the ruler of Sagittarius, is in a compromised state.  What we might be feeling instead is a bit of dreaminess or fogginess.  The best way to work with this energy is through imaginary exploration.  It’s a great time to ease down on things that involve critical analysis and ride the waves of the intuitive and ethereal.  We are better served picking up a paintbrush or diving into a novel, something that involves unleashing the creative imagination.  Is there something you want to study, make or create?  Some hope that you have for the future?  Think about what you might want to learn and experience to get there.  Allow yourself to dream big.

This week is also a good time to make note of behavior in relationships and how you're communicating with others.  There’s important information being reflected back to you.  This involves paying attention to what you say and how you’re voicing your beliefs.  It’s a perfect time for revelations to slip out.  You might surprise yourself and everyone else.  There are things being revealed about your own self worth and value in partnerships.  Keep in mind that your excitement to move forward and speak your truth might involve a bit of projection.  It’s time to listen with your heart.  Have you done the healing that you need to do or are you placing that responsibility on someone or something else?  Things may not be entirely clear this week.  Our “certain truths” may feel a bit malleable, so double check your sources and feelings.  If you encounter discomfort or discover some blockage, take this as a reminder of the work that still needs to be done.  Pull back and see if you can reassess these situations with a broader birdseye view.  Big picture perspectives are your friend this week.  A more visionary approach will support you in adjusting your values and mindset as we seek to recalibrate in these constantly shifting times.

The Wallpaper:  Big Shifts on Subtle Levels

• Sun in Sagittarius
  
• Venus in Scorpio
  
• Neptune Stations Direct
  
• Eclipse Season
  

The Week:

Sunday November 22: A Mellow Dreamy Day

• Moon enters Pisces
  

Monday November 23: Deepening Intuitive Understanding

• Mercury in Scorpio trine Neptune in Pisces
  

Tuesday November 24:  Watching for Projection

• Moon enters Aries
  

Thursday November 26: Observing the Roles We Play

• Mercury in Scorpio conjunct Juno in Scorpio
  
• Moon enters Taurus
  

Friday November 27: Hidden Power Revealed

• Mercury in Scorpio sextile Pluto in Capricorn
  
• Venus in Scorpio opposition Uranus in Taurus
  

Saturday November 28: Imagination, Smoke and Mirrors

• Neptune stations in Pisces
  
• Mercury in Scorpio sextile Jupiter
  

The Support:

Working with Neptune and Venus:

• Flower Essence: Clematis for daydreamers with lack of attention to the present, helps us engage with lively interest, clarity and purpose to channel creative energies
  
• Stone: Green Opal: for rejuvenation from exhaustion or mental angst, reorients the heart to find meaning in everyday life and embrace a spiritual perspective, promoting peace and tranquility
  
• Yin Action: be mindful of sensitivities to toxins, detox with a salt bath or go to the water to relax and soothe the mind

We are building up our vitality again.  With an infusion of energy, we begin to move forward and get our passion and motivation back.  Now we can take another shot at some of those things we haven’t had much energy to do.  It’s as if we can get back to ourselves and recognize ourselves again.  But it’s not the same old you.  Notice how you’ve changed.  You’ve recently transformed.  For all we've been through, we have leveled up from doing some of the deep internal work essential for transformation.   As we ascend through the gates of the underworld on our way back home, we reclaim the power and optimism we may have been unable to access during these past few months.  You'll be able to feel it in your body, the “body” of the people will express it too.

The call of the week is to bring a dose of reality to our optimism.  Thoughtful analysis will be surprisingly fruitful. There’s an overarching narrative of healing this week, so whatever challenges you encounter will serve to fortify your own personal growth.  By then end of the week there could be a nice feeling of closure as we assimilate our experiences and understand just how much the recent months have changed us.  Moods may fluctuate as we wade through our own personal microcosms, sorting through and making sense of the events of the year.  This is productive for our emotional and psychological growth.  While there is no getting away from the work in front of us, insightful connections encountered this week will leave us plenty of room for synthesis and recapitulation.  While you enjoy this resurgence of energy, take the time to comfort your heart - we’ve been through a lot. Raise your eyes to take note of all the beauty around you.

The Wallpaper: New Beginnings

• New Moon 1st Quarter Phase
  
• Mercury, Sun in Scorpio
  
• Mars Direct
  

The Week:

Sunday November 15: Accessing Veins of Gold

• Venus Square Pluto
  
• Moon enters Sagittarius
  

Monday November 16: Exuberant Optimism

• Venus in Libra Square Jupiter in Capricorn
  

Tuesday November 17:  Realizations Out of the Blue

• Moon enters Capricorn
  
• Mercury in Scorpio Opposition Uranus in Taurus
  

Thursday November 19: Grounded Empowerment

• Moon enters Aquarius
  
• Sun in Scorpio Sextile Saturn in Capricorn
  
• Venus in Libra Square Saturn in Capricorn
  

Friday November 20: Truthful Revelations

• Moon in Aquarius Square Uranus in Taurus, Mercury in Scorpio
  

Saturday November 21: Gently Shifting Tones

• Moon enters Pisces
  
• Sun enters Sagittarius
  
• Venus enters Scorpio
  

The Support:

Working with Venus:

• Flower Essence: Wild Rose: for grounding into the body and connecting with divine love while encouraging forward movement
  
• Essential Oils: Rose: comforting, nourishing, reparenting and love for the self
  
• Essential Oils: Patchouli:  grounding, soothing, and peace-inducing with protection and support for good boundaries
  
• Stone:  Rainbow Obsidian for pulling us back down to earth while healing our heartaches and grief
  

Ascent from the Underworld: Episode 12 - Astrological Events of November 8 - 14 2020

There’s a New Moon coming this week, but not until Saturday the 15th. This will give us plenty of time to process the events of the past week and make internal adjustments to the myriad of changes that are happening in the world.  The sky holds supportive aspects this week which will provide hope and optimism as we encounter some jarring realities and a bit of disillusionment.  We have not quite made it to the finish line.  Some of us need to defrost from the numbing we’ve created to survive the collective trauma we’ve been exposed to.  Rest if you need to.  It’s necessary for healing.  We are in a phase of recovery - building new strength in the midst of a transformative process.  A celestial valve release is opened this week and it may feel a bit destabilizing as some raw martial energy unfurls.   Slowly but surely we will begin to find our vitality and courage rejuvenated.  A poetic sense of resilience emerges as we reclaim our energy reserves, building opportunity for change and hope for a new normal.  Pathways to rebuild the structures of our lives are on offer with this coming New Moon; then we can finally move forward with clear eyes.  Take your time.

The Wallpaper: Remember the Phoenix

• Sun in Scorpio
  
• Mercury Direct
  
• Mars stations Direct
  
• Jupiter conjunct Pluto in Capricorn
  

The Week:

Monday November 9:  Optimism and Disillusionment

• Moon enters Virgo
  
• Venus opposes Mars
  
• Sun trine Neptune
  

Tuesday November 10:  Victory and Vulnerability

• Mercury enters Scorpio
  

Wednesday November 11: Hopeful Communications

• Moon enters Libra
  

Thursday November 12: Possibility for Large Scale Achievements

• Jupiter conjunct Pluto in Capricorn
  

Friday November 13: Tensions Released

• Moon enters Scorpio
  
• Mars direct in Aries
  

Saturday November 14: An Intense Regeneration

• New Moon in Scorpio @ 23° 9:06pm PST
  
• Venus in Libra square Jupiter and Pluto in Capricorn
  

The Support:

Working with Mars:

• Flower Essence: Oak for endurance and courage, strength and patience and Olive for keeping our energy up, addressing depletion after a long ordeal
  
• Essential Oils: Vetiver for strong roots and grounding as we emerge from the underworld and Orange for positivity and mood boosting vitality
  
• Stone:  Bloodstone:  to aid the heart and the root chakra, for courage, vitality and strength in adjusting to new circumstances
  

We are in the midst of a transformative process, and our emotional landscape is shifting rapidly. It will help to take the long view. Keep your eyes on the horizon as we ride a rollercoaster of uncertainty.  We are resilient, strong, and capable of growing beyond the past experiences.  We can begin to bring closure to old stories and shine our lanterns on a new path to the future, a different way of being.   Letting go of the past may bring grief, as we mourn the loss of our previous selves.  It’s an emotionally confusing time, so keep an extra eye on self care and guard your mental wellness.  Give yourself time for emotional release. Reach out to loved ones; care for those who might be feeling isolated or alone, including yourself.  Unplug and create new pathways to connect to spirit.  Find new ways to move forward with mindful focus on your emotional body and mental health.  Reversals and surprises are part of the terrain this week, so practice resilience and patience when delays come along.  This is not the time to be insistent or stuck on immediate results.  Progress will be slow.  Patience is key.  Believe in yourself and speak to yourself with encouragement and love as you begin to lift former self-imposed limitations.  Give yourself a chance to stretch beyond those old stories of how you used to be.

The Wallpaper: Remember the Phoenix and the Eagle

• Sun in Scorpio
  
• Mercury Direct in Libra
  
• Mercury Square Saturn
  

The Week:

Sunday November 1:  Stretch Beyond Old Stories

• Mercury in Libra square Saturn in Capricorn
  
• Venus opposes Chiron
  

Monday November 2: Quick Changes, Scattered Mind

• Moon enters Gemini
  

Tuesday November 3:  Unplug and Nurture Yourself

• Mercury Stations Direct in Libra
  

Wednesday November 4: Time for Soup, Tea and the Tub

• Moon enters Cancer
  

Thursday November 5: Opportunities for Emotional Release

• Disseminating Moon in Cancer
  

Friday November 6: A Tense Afternoon

• Mercury in Libra square Saturn in Capricorn
  
• Moon enters Leo
  

Saturday November 7: A Ray of Hope

• Sun conjunct Juno
  

The Support:

Working with the planets:

• Yin Action:  Create a grounding cord from your root chakra to the center of the earth
  
• Flower Essence: Rescue Remedy, for managing big emotions and sudden shocks, Chestnut Bud for assimilating lessons and learning from past mistakes
  
• Herb: Angelica: Elevating and calming, banishes ugly spirits and connects to the angelic realms. Carry a bit of the root in your pocket
  
• Mineral:  Magnesium for relaxation of muscles and the nervous system
  
• Essential Oil: Bergamot: Uplifts from negative emotions, brightens and clears the mind
  
• Stone:  Kambaba Jasper: a stone of peace and tranquility comforts, protects and soothes a troubled mind
  

A sense of energetic vitality will be palpable this week as our focus lifts from internal depths to dialogue with others.  Our eyes will be drawn to value systems, the notions of fairness and justice, and the behaviour of other people in our lives and society.  Is it our job to call them out? Or will we attempt to keep the peace at any cost? While intimate relationships may sweeten, people may show up from your past; keep an eye out for projection.  What really did happen way back when?  What is yours and what is theirs might be hard to distinguish since we’re coming from such an emotion filled space.  It’s a good time to watch your head in every sense of the phrase as our initial impulses may not serve our best interests in the long run. Make your choices consciously.  Things get exciting and a bit nervy as we near the end of the week.  Plans may change, so expect the unexpected. Shocks and surprises abound; what has been hidden bubbles to the surface as realizations and revelations.  Hold steady and dig deep for your truest course to guide you.

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The Wallpaper:

• Mercury Retrograde enters Libra
  
• Venus enters Libra
  
• Full Moon energy starts around Wednesday
  

The Week:

Sunday October 25:  Imagination Abounds

• Moon in Pisces
  

Monday October 26: Dreaming Future Plans

• Moon conjunct Neptune in Pisces sextile Pallas Athene in Capricorn
  

Tuesday October 27:  Partnerships Come into Focus

• Venus enters Libra
  
• Mercury enters Libra
  

Wednesday October 28: Know Your Triggers

• Moon in Aries
  

Thursday October 29: Watch Your Head in Every Sense

• Moon in Aries conjunct Retrograde Mars
  

Friday October 30: Revelations Galore

• Moon enters Taurus
  

Saturday October 31: A Culmination Point:  Watch for Surprising News

• Full Moon in Taurus @ 7:49 am PST
  

The Support:

Working with the planets:

• Yin Action:  Invoke ancestral support from those with your best interest at heart
  
• Flower Essence: Heather for trust in self, less need for validation
  
• Herb: Artemisia (Mugwort): a protective herb associated with divination and dreaming, best used in dream sachets and visionary teas
  
• Essential Oil: Thieves Oil Blend: Cinnamon, Clove, Eucalyptus, Lemon, Rosemary; an autumnal blend for a clarifying lift, internally cleansing and stimulating
  
• Stone:  Blue Lace Agate for support in using your voice and being heard by others, without speaking rashly or impetuously - it helps you keep a cool head
  

Things begin to shift this week. Though not easy, this is a psychologically fertile time. Psychological assimilation of everything we have been through this year has left us feeling a little exhausted, but this week we begin to test, and rely on, our new strength. We have been challenged this year, we have grown, and we have endured. Growing pains have been our constant companion. The adjustments we’ve made to difficulties we’ve encountered can carry us a long way now, if we pay attention to the lessons.

As Mercury leads us back into the deep dark of Scorpio, we find our most vulnerable places exposed, and we are now able to work with the material set before us. We may have a few surprises coming, but Venus is on duty all week, doing her best to support our inner harmony and sweeten our lives a little. The desire to find harmony within ourselves combines with motivation for permanent change. We can find silver linings now and begin to see the beauty around us once again. Connections deepen. Relationships deepen. Our sense of self deepens too, as we finally understand the connections between our past experiences and our present selves.  Despite the chaos and confusion, we can finally feel our feet beneath us, finding our centers once again.

The Wallpaper:

• Mercury Retrograde in Scorpio
  
• Mars Retrograde ruling Mercury
  
• Sun moving into Mars ruled Scorpio
  

The Week:

Sunday October 18:  Relationship Tests

• Moon in Scorpio
  
• Sun in Libra square Saturn in Capricorn
  
• Venus in Virgo opposes Neptune in Pisces
  

Monday October 19: Exuberance and a Pleasant Surprise

• Moon in Sagittarius
  
• Mars in Aries square Jupiter in Capricorn
  
• Mercury in Scorpio opposes Uranus in Taurus
  
• Venus in Virgo trine Jupiter in Capricorn
  

Tuesday October 20:  A Surge in Creative Imagination

• Moon enters Capricorn 11:44 pm PST
  

Wednesday October 21: Deepening Commitment to Positive Change

• Venus in Virgo trine Pluto in Capricorn
  

Thursday October 22: Inner Explorations Intensify

• Sun enters Scorpio  4pm PST
  

Friday October 23: Watch for Rash Decisions

• Moon enters Aquarius
  

Saturday October 24: A Helpful Stabilizing Reprieve

• Venus in Virgo trine Saturn in Capricorn
  

The Support:

Working with the Sun and Neptune:

• Yin Action:  Storytime with audiobooks for positive use of imagination and inspiration
  
• Flower Essence: Hornbeam helps us find our energetic reserves, combats exhaustion
  
• Herb:  Fennel calls up endurance and the ability to sustain effort, aids in physical digestion and emotional assimilation
  
• Essential Oil: Frankincense enhances solar energies, combats lethargy - uplifting while grounding and calming
  
• Stone: Amazonite is a stone of courage and truth to bring balance to the heart and throat chakras - for harmony and clarity, rejuvenation and healthy boundaries
  

Episode 8: Astrological Events of October 11 - 17 2020

Thoughts, Words and Deeds:

As things intensify, we focus on centering the mind and body. Use your self-care toolkits to assist the planets this week.

The planets continue to engage in a series of stressful aspects. We will surely feel it in our personal lives and within our minds and bodies. We have been exposed to surprising information over the past few weeks, it’s time to reflect.

You will feel the pull of two poles and be drawn to find balance between them. If you find yourself feeling exhausted or called to rest, allow yourself the time you need. Pushing forward is what we are culturally conditioned to do, but this week the planets are calling us to gently nurture ourselves.

As confusions in communications abound, we might be tempted to take ego based defense where none is needed. Patiently practice techniques to alleviate miscommunications. Be mindful of how you talk to yourself and others. As the world shifts around us, we are called to find our center of gravity within.

The Wallpaper:

• Moon Balsamic Phase until Friday October 16
  
• T-Square all week Sun to Mars to Pluto, Jupiter, Saturn
  
• Uranus opposes Mercury
  
• Pluto Station Direct
  
• Mercury Retrograde in Scorpio
  
• Jupiter in Capricorn sextile Neptune in Pisces
  

The Week:

Sunday October 11: Visionary Plans: Watch for Overdoing

• Sun in Libra Square Jupiter in Capricorn
  

Monday October 12: Potentially Anxious: A Good Day for Self-Care

• Moon enters Virgo
  
• Mercury Stations
  

Tuesday October 13: Watch for Confused Communication

• Mercury Retrograde in Scorpio
  
• Sun in Libra Opposes Mars in Aries
  
• Moon and Venus sextile Mercury
  

Wednesday October 14: The Silver Lining is Felt Within

• Virgo Moon trines Capricorn stellium
  
• Moon enters Libra
  

Thursday October 15: Power Struggles Abound

• Sun in Libra squares Pluto in Capricorn
  

Friday October 16: Watch for Inner and Outer Emotional Conflict

• New Moon 23°53’ Libra at 12:31pm PST
  
• Moon squares Pluto
  
• Moon enters Scorpio
  

The Supports:

Working with Mercury and Venus:

• Herb: Rosemary strengthens the inner solar fire, support enhancement of memory journeys during the Mercury retrograde period
  
• Flower Essence: Gorse for despair, keep up the Olive for exhaustion
  
• Spice:  Honey for Venus, to connect us with Bee energy, to give hope and bring sweetness to our daily lives
  
• Essential Oil: Peppermint stimulates the mind to help support memory, focus,  concentration, and mental performance
  
• Stone:  Labradorite serves as an aid to mental clarity, enhancing the ability to “see in the dark” by supporting our intuitive wisdom
  

Episode 6: Astrological Events of September 27 - October 3 2020

Push Me, Pull You:  Searching for Our Deepest Truths

It’s a serious week. We pause and pull back as our minds turn inward and we consider the shadows, inner and outer.  Knowing your elemental temperament will be a great asset to your process this week. We’ll all need to amplify self-care and attend to our stability. Consider your truth, be honest with yourself. Get clear inwardly on how you want to move forward in the outer world and tangibly be of service to yourself and others. The Full Moon will help illuminate the inner work we need to do - the secrets we keep from ourselves.  If you encounter something troublesome, reach out to trusted others and dialogue through it.  A conversation with a friend will lend support, even though it may feel uncomfortable going that deep.  Getting feedback can help for an honest assessment.  We’re being called to strengthen our internal structures and identify what we stand for.   Step into yourself and leave no stone unturned.  There’s a net gain to be had in digging for the truth and embracing all that it reveals.

The Wallpaper:  Fairness and Justice, What Do We Stand for?

• Sun in Libra
  
• Saturn Station
  
• Sun Venus Mutual Reception
  
• Mercury in Scorpio
  

The Week:

Sunday September 27:  Search Intensely for the Truth Before Speaking

• Mercury enters Scorpio
  

Monday September 28: Reclaim Your Internal Saturnian Structures

• Moon enters Pisces
  
• Saturn stations direct in Capricorn
  
• Venus trine Mars
  

Tuesday September 29: Get Clear on Our Boundaries as Push Comes to Shove

• Mars in Aries square Saturn in Capricorn
  

Wednesday September 30: Find Your Own Personal Value

• Moon enters Aries
  

Thursday October 01: Illuminations and Secrets Revealed: Claim Your Right to Exist

• Full Moon in Aries 2:06 pm PST
  

Friday October 02: Work for What You Love and Value

• Venus enters Virgo
  

Saturday October 03: Structures of Power and Stability Shift

• Moon enters Taurus
  
• Pluto stations Direct
  

The Support:

Working with the Aries Full Moon:

• Yang Action:  Increase core strength through a low intensity workout or walk
  
• Herb: Oatstraw is mineral rich and helps you get a full night’s sleep.  Drink an infusion or tea before bed to relieve stress and promote relaxation
  
• Flower Essence: Crab Apple supports compassionate self-acceptance as you explore  the shadow self
  
• Spice:  Cook with Ginger and Turmeric. These ground roots nourish and fortify the gut
  
• Yin Action: Stillness. Telling and receiving stories. Take a ritual Full Moon bath
  
• Essential Oil: Clary Sage complements the nervous system, aids in deep breathing, reduces nervous tension and fear, assists in hormonal balancing and calms inflammation.  Diffuse some at night
  
• Stone: Black Tourmaline helps strengthen the root chakra, lends feelings of security, protection and safety
  

Astrological Events of September 20 - 26 2020

Mercury on Our Minds:  Seek Balance Within

This week Bronwyn and Rebecca focus on Mercury the Messenger and the Sensitive Moon, both traversing through some difficult territory.  We struggle to maintain balance as revelations and conflicts in communication abound.  A tough week, in all frankness.  It’s best to take a beat and sort through our thoughts and ideas before we react.  Stay conscious of how the news cycle replicates itself in your life on a personal level.  Take a step back and contemplate.  Purify your home environment and your mindscape as we prepare to dive into a period that will require us to have a rooted foundation.  The time is upon us to change the structures that no longer serve us, but we need to have a solid base to grow from.  Firm up and fortify.  Best to consider an intelligent response before a scattered reaction.

The Wallpaper:

Sunday September 20:  Consider Justice in the Status Quo

• Mercury in Libra square Pluto in Capricorn
  

The Week:

Monday September 21: Take a Moment to Appreciate Freedom and Revel in the Natural World

• Moon enters Sagittarius
  

Tuesday September 22:  A Hint of Grace and Call to Devotion as We Balance Light and Dark

• Fall Equinox/Sun enters Libra
  
• Mutual Reception Venus in Leo, Sun in Libra
  
• Venus conjunct Vesta
  

Wednesday September 23: A Tough Day for Communication

• Mercury in Libra Squares Saturn in Capricorn
  
• Mercury enters Retrograde Shadow
  
• Moon enters Capricorn
  
• Moon in Capricorn Square Sun in Libra
  

Thursday September 24:  A Difficult Day for Diplomacy

• Mars Opposition Mercury
  

Friday September 25:  Structures that Fail Us Are Illuminated - Both Personal and Societal

• Capricorn Moon conjunct Jupiter, Saturn and Pluto
  
• Capricorn Moon Squares Mars in Aries and Mercury in Libra
  
• Moon enters Aquarius
  

Saturday September 26:  Enjoy Morning Respite and Proceed with Caution this Afternoon

• Moon in Aquarius Trine Sun Libra
  
• Moon in Aquarius Square Uranus in Taurus
  

The Support:

Working with Mercury and Venus:

• Action: Journal to help Mercury sort thoughts on how to effectively use our voice
  
• Herb: Valerian for rest and protection - make a light tea at night
  
• Flower Essence: Walnut provides support and stability during times of change, energetic protection from outside influences
  
• Spice:  Thyme - use in recipes or make a floor wash. Helps with purification and wellness, recovering from illness or stress. Purifying and fortifying to enhance balance
  

Working with Cardinal Squares:

• Action: Meditation and withdrawing from unnecessary interactions
  
• Essential Oil: Cedarwood for crisis or sudden change, provides feelings of stability and grounding when external circumstances unroot us
  

Stone: Rainbow Fluorite has a calming energy, bringing order to a chaotic mind, helps with indecision and clear verbalisation of muddled ideas

Astrological Events of September 13 - 19 2020

Seeing and Not Seeing:  Relying on Our Lunar Awareness

This week Bronwyn and Rebecca discuss the big event in the sky: a helpful super-charged New Moon in Virgo.  In this dark phase of the Moon we are encouraged to listen to the physical embodiment of our intuition.  Pay attention to hunches, insights and a feeling of “knowing”.  It’s a good week to get rid of things that no longer serve us.  Especially bad habits.  We can set intentions by making a New Moon Wish List and committing to change what needs changing.  The earthy grand trines offer us support and optimism, peppered with a few surprises.

The Wallpaper:

Wednesday September 9: Slow and Steady Wins the Race

• Mars Retrograde in Aries
  

Saturday September 12: Cautious Optimism as Projects Move Forward

• Jupiter Direct in Capricorn with Cardinal Cross
  

The Week:

Monday September 14: Making Commitments to Transform

• Sun Trine Pluto
  

Tuesday September 15: Watch for Impulsive Behavior

• Moon into Virgo
  
• Venus in Leo Square Uranus in Taurus
  

Thursday September 17: Enthusiastic and Productive - Watch for Blindspots

• Mercury Square Jupiter
  
• New Moon @ 25° Virgo
  
• Moon into Libra
  
• Sun and Moon in Virgo Trine Saturn in Capricorn
  
• Mars in Aries Inconjunct New Moon in Virgo
  

Saturday September 19:  Things Get Deep and Emotionally Intense

• Moon into Scorpio
  

Sunday September 20:  A Good Time to Watch What We Say

• Mercury in Libra Square Pluto in Capricorn
  

The Support:

Working with the Earthy Planets:

• Action: Make a New Moon in Virgo Wish List
  
• Essential Oil:  Eucalyptus opens up the lungs to help us breath deep and easy
  

Working with Mars:

• Spice: Cinnamon for immune boosting and anti-inflammatory properties - Mars loves the spicy things
  
• Essential Oil: Rose and Ylang Ylang to assuage the nerves; gentle, cool and soothing for “emotional inflammation”
  
• Flower Essence: Mimulus for fear of known things and be calm in the face of real life worries
  
• Stone: Tigers Eye assists with discernment and clarity, releasing fear and anxiety, encouraging wise use of personal power
  

Astrological Events of September 06 - 12 2020

The Middle Path:  Using Temperance to Balance Optimism and Frustration

This week Rebecca and Bronwyn take a look at how to manage the volatility on the world stage and in our own personal lives. We focus on building new internal structures to take responsibility for ourselves and the collective as we enter a challenging period of frustration.  When we slow down and consider our actions, the planets offer support for us to make choices with awareness, discernment and clarity.

The Wallpaper:

Saturday September 5: Focus on Partnering with Justice and Fairness

• Mercury into Libra
  

Sunday September 6: Heart Centered Appreciation and Thoughtfulness

• Moon into Taurus
  
• Venus into Leo
  
• Grand Earth Trine
  

The Week:

Tuesday September 8: Choices in Habitual Thought Patterns and Communication

• Moon into Gemini
  
• Last Quarter Moon
  

Wednesday September 9: Using Temperance and Consideration as Frustrations Rise

• Mars stations retrograde in Aries
  
• Sun in Virgo trine Jupiter in Capricorn
  

Friday September 11:  Watching for Confusion in Emotional Response

• Moon into Cancer
  
• Sun in Virgo Opposition Neptune in Pisces
  

Saturday September 12: Opportunities for Clarity in Constructive Expansion

• Jupiter stations direct in Capricorn
  

The Support:

Working with Mars Retrograde Energy and an Earthy Grand Trine:

• Action: Yin Yoga for gentle movement without overextension or overexertion
  
• Essential Oil:  Chamomile in your baking soda bath or a few drops in your diffuser helps with relaxation and  embracing tranquility and calm
  
• Herb: Chamomile tea eases stomach and nerves, cools excess heat and inflammation - drink some iced during the day or hot at night
  
• Flower Essence: Charity Plum supports calmness in chaos and the right use of volatile martial energy
  
• Stone: Smoky Quartz brings grounded clarity around how to best use to our fiery energy
  
• Tarot: Temperance for patience in following the middle path with long term visions