New Moon in Scorpio Highlights Personal Power as Mars, Jupiter and the South Node in Leo Converge

 

A reset of personal power is looming with the New Moon in 17 degrees of Scorpio on November 9.  Scorpio is all about passion, drive, intensity and has an all-or-nothing vibe.  Our intuition will be stronger than usual and we could find ourselves getting in touch with deep-rooted fears that have been holding us back as we tap into feelings of vulnerability too.  Scorpio is a sign that doesn't take things lightly and is willing to delve into the underworld to obtain deep wisdom and clarity.  New Moons represent fresh starts and a New Moon in Scorpio will help us to achieve an understanding of completing a cycle in our lives that has served its purpose. Mark my words, this New Moon will bring a karmic clearing, big endings and purges.

There is no sugarcoating that it will be a stressful New Moon.  Retrograde Mercury in 6 degrees of Scorpio is squaring Scorpio's ruling planet Pluto in 3 degrees of Aquarius.  This is uncomfortable energy that produces stress and reveals patterns of character, jealousy and envy. Themes of manipulation will also be present.  We will be accessing information about what is triggering our fears.  Mercury squaring Pluto will literally push us to the edge of our comfort zone as we ask questions so that we can make decisions that have been extremely difficult.  But remember that Scorpio is a ninja at transmuting those fears into a reality that helps us to reclaim our personal power.

There is also a great deal of fire energy present on this New Moon. Mars in 22 degrees of Leo is conjunct Jupiter in 25 degrees of Leo. This will amplify our desire to break free but emotional honesty is necessary to embrace the change that we seek. We will be feeling the effects of this conjunction until November 17.  Mars and Jupiter are headed towards an exact conjunction with the South Node in 25 degrees of Leo on November 15, so it's an added push to move forward and break free of the past.  Saturn and Neptune are also retrograde in Aries, adding to the fire energy.

With Mars and Jupiter approaching that conjunction to the South Node in 25 degrees of Leo, we need to be mindful of a tendency towards recklessness, impulsive behavior and self-centeredness.  These are the shadow sides of Leo.    

Mars in 22 degrees of Leo on the New Moon is serving as a trigger for the eclipse of August 12, 2026 in 20 degrees of Leo.  Issues from August could be resurfacing in our lives. But it can also motivate us to take some risks.

When Jupiter conjuncts the South Node in 25 degrees of Leo, it can bring karmic rewards for past good deeds if we push through our fears and blockages.  Jupiter in Leo is also trining retrograde Chiron in 27 degrees of Aries which can support our healing.  And the South Node in Leo is trining Chiron in Aries, which can facilitate moving forward and breaking free of the past.  Additionally, Chiron in Aries is forming a supportive sextile to the North Node in Aquarius, underscoring the theme of a new vision of life. Just be aware that developments can be slow-moving after this New Moon, so try not to be too impatient.

Venus is also retrograde in Libra during this New Moon in Scorpio. It will turn direct on the same day as Mercury, November 13.  Venus in Libra will be trining the North Node in Aquarius on the New Moon, which can have a positive influence on our self-worth and attract better people into our lives through various social events.  We will be reaping the benefits of this transit through mid-November.

Be prepared for some discomfort and stress in order to make a fresh start in whatever area of life this New Moon in Scorpio lands.  For me it falls in my second house conjunct my natal Sun and Venus in Scorpio. We need to trust in the process which can be scary but will ultimately be rewarding as the world is headed onto a new path.  Change and uncertainty go together but the old way of life is not serving our best interests, so we need to confront our fears in order to move forward to a brighter future that leaves us feeling more empowered.

I am no longer posting on X (formerly known as Twitter), but I am posting daily on Blue Sky Social as danceofphoenix@danceofphoenix.bsky.social. There is an astrological community on there called AstroSphere. The link is: 

https://bsky.app/profile/danceofphoenix.bsky.social.

If you are curious as to how all of this planetary action is affecting you, please consider getting an astrological consultation with me. I offer consultations on Zoom too. Check out my menu of services at:

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

I am also offering private astrology lessons by telephone or video, such as FaceTime or Zoom.  Please feel free to contact me at lindasim54@gmail.com if you are interested in learning more about astrology.

I have been doing more work with tarot readings, which I love, so I decided to create a combination reading which offers the option of a 30-minute astrology consultation with a one-question tarot reading for only $50. There is something for everyone and my menu of services can accommodate any budget. I also have a one-question tarot reading for only $15. 

My site also offers the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Blue Sky Social at: 

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice. If you prefer to send a donation through Venmo or pay for a reading through Venmo, my handle is Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7.  Or you can send a contribution using Zelle and my phone number 617-304-2205.

Additionally, I am available for tarot readings by telephone.  I use the Celestial Tarot Deck, which I love because it contains so many astrological symbols.  A tarot reading is another great option for obtaining insight and clarity. I offer a 24-card tarot card reading for $50 which incorporates the twelve houses of the horoscope.

I am still experiencing technical difficulties with the Buy Now buttons on the Services Offered page of my site.  In the meantime, please feel free to send payments through PayPal to my email at lindasim54@gmail.com. Just let me know which type of consultation you want with your birth date info.  Or you can send a payment to my Venmo account at Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7 or Zelle using my phone number 617-304-2205. In 2020, I added a Monthly Horoscopes section to my website. November horoscopes are up now and I have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscope Junkie.  Check it out at:

https://thehoroscopejunkie.ca/monthly_horoscopes.html

I have also joined Facebook.  I don’t post as frequently as on Blue Sky Social, but I am on Facebook now at https://www.facebook.com/linda.simons.75098

The coronavirus outbreak caused me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people were concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions until further notice, so all of my Reiki sessions will be distant Reiki sessions for the foreseeable future. But a distant Reiki session is the perfect opportunity to safely build up your immune system and if you have contracted coronavirus, you can be treated safely from the comfort of your home. My procedure is to have a conversation with a client about what they hope to achieve from a session, we set up a time for the session to take place when they will be in a state to receive healing energy and I follow up with a telephone conversation to discuss their experience and my perception of their blockages. I do miss seeing my clients, so I am now offering Zoom consultations/intakes before the session so that we can see each other. I have also incorporated a new technique with my distance Reiki treatments since I don’t always have a photo of my client.  I use a teddy bear so that I can scan and focus the healing energy where it is needed. If this appeals to you, please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com or call me at 617-304-2205. The cost for distance Reiki sessions is based on a sliding scale of $30 -$50. For your convenience, I accept Venmo and Zelle for payment. Zelle payments can be sent using my telephone number 617-304-2205. I have also written an article about distance Reiki, which is available at:

 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-distance-reiki-can-help-you-during-coronavirus-linda-simons

If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can benefit you, please feel free to check out my Reiki site at:

www.reikiwithlindasimons.com

 

 

 

 

Retrograde Mercury in Scorpio and Venus in Libra Are Calling the Shots This Week with Fewer but More Potent Transits

 

There aren't as many transits this week, which is probably a welcome relief after the recent Full Moon in Taurus on October 26.  But we are in the midst of Scorpio season, which is even more intense this year due to Mercury being retrograde in Scorpio and Venus started out retrograde in Scorpio on October 3 and moved back into Libra on October 25 where at least it is a happy camper.

On October 30, retrograde Mercury in Scorpio is squaring Mars in 18 degrees of Leo.  This is the second hit of this transit: we experienced it for the first time on October 2 when both planets were direct in 2 degrees of their respective signs.  This time could prove to be more volatile and the anger could be amplified as Mercury in Scorpio is widely squaring Jupiter in 24 degrees of Leo.  I won't sugarcoat this one, folks, it could get very extreme and big secrets could be revealed.  Arguments could get quite heated and it might be best to just walk away from certain situations if at all possible.  There is no guarantee that all parties will be acting rationally.  We have one more Mercury-Mars square in 2026, but it will fall in different signs and both planets will be direct on December 9.  Then Mercury will be in Sagittarius and Mars will be in Virgo.  Both planets will be in 5 degrees in mutable signs, so that one should be a little easier to deal with.  Just exercise some caution on October 30.

This Scorpio season is also especially intense because many of us are feeling the Scorpio sting of backed up trauma as we engage in deep emotional catharsis to rebirth our emotional well-being and reclaim our personal power.  This is the Phoenix Rising phase and as I have often said, rebirth ain't pretty.  The deep purge is underway as we burn away our fears and resentments.  If we play our cards right, our pain can become wisdom and we can transcend into the Eagle, the highest symbol of Scorpio which can soar above the fray with an altered perspective.  Sometimes it means we don't respond to conflict and use our emotional mastery to set healthy boundaries.  I know that I struggle with this one, but I wish everyone out there much luck and light in navigating this path.

On November 1, the Sun in Scorpio is inconjunct Saturn in 12 degrees of Aries.  This simply means that we are dealing with an imbalance between what we want to do and what we need to do.  That old responsibility theme is rearing its head. Obligations can hamper our freedom or self-expression.  Try to be as flexible and adaptable as possible to make whatever adjustments are necessary.  Don't neglect those responsibilities because if you do they will only come back to bite you later.  And engage in self-care.  My natal Saturn is in 12 degrees of Scorpio with a wide conjunction to my Sun, so there is no way out of dealing with responsibilities for me on this day.

We do get a bit of a break on November 4 with retrograde Mercury and Venus. The Sun and Mercury are conjunct in 12 degrees of Scorpio, forming another Cazimi. Now it is Mercury's turn to be in the heart of the Sun. Powerful communication is possible and conversations are likely to be truthful.  There can be information downloads and thought patterns can be detoxed.  I am particularly fond of that concept.

Venus in Libra is forming a supportive sextile to Jupiter in 24 degrees of Leo on November 4.  This adds harmony to relationships, finances and creative projects.  Windfalls could occur.  The important thing to remember is that sextiles represent opportunities and you have to take action to reap the benefits.  If you snooze, you lose.  Venus sextiling Jupiter is beneficial for social events.  Just be mindful not to engage in too many sweets and/or addictive substances.  I told you last week that Venus in Libra, even retrograde, would be somewhat easier, so enjoy it.

I am no longer posting on X (formerly known as Twitter), but I am posting daily on Blue Sky Social as danceofphoenix@danceofphoenix.bsky.social. There is an astrological community on there called AstroSphere. The link is: 

https://bsky.app/profile/danceofphoenix.bsky.social.

If you are curious as to how all of this planetary action is affecting you, please consider getting an astrological consultation with me. I offer consultations on Zoom too. Check out my menu of services at:

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

I am also offering private astrology lessons by telephone or video, such as FaceTime or Zoom.  Please feel free to contact me at lindasim54@gmail.com if you are interested in learning more about astrology.

I have been doing more work with tarot readings, which I love, so I decided to create a combination reading which offers the option of a 30-minute astrology consultation with a one-question tarot reading for only $50. There is something for everyone and my menu of services can accommodate any budget. I also have a one-question tarot reading for only $15. 

My site also offers the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Blue Sky Social at: 

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice. If you prefer to send a donation through Venmo or pay for a reading through Venmo, my handle is Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7.  Or you can send a contribution using Zelle and my phone number 617-304-2205.

Additionally, I am available for tarot readings by telephone.  I use the Celestial Tarot Deck, which I love because it contains so many astrological symbols.  A tarot reading is another great option for obtaining insight and clarity. I offer a 24-card tarot card reading for $50 which incorporates the twelve houses of the horoscope.

I am still experiencing technical difficulties with the Buy Now buttons on the Services Offered page of my site.  In the meantime, please feel free to send payments through PayPal to my email at lindasim54@gmail.com. Just let me know which type of consultation you want with your birth date info.  Or you can send a payment to my Venmo account at Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7 or Zelle using my phone number 617-304-2205. In 2020, I added a Monthly Horoscopes section to my website. November horoscopes are up now and I have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscope Junkie.  Check it out at:

https://thehoroscopejunkie.ca/monthly_horoscopes.html

I have also joined Facebook.  I don’t post as frequently as on Blue Sky Social, but I am on Facebook now at https://www.facebook.com/linda.simons.75098

The coronavirus outbreak caused me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people were concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions until further notice, so all of my Reiki sessions will be distant Reiki sessions for the foreseeable future. But a distant Reiki session is the perfect opportunity to safely build up your immune system and if you have contracted coronavirus, you can be treated safely from the comfort of your home. My procedure is to have a conversation with a client about what they hope to achieve from a session, we set up a time for the session to take place when they will be in a state to receive healing energy and I follow up with a telephone conversation to discuss their experience and my perception of their blockages. I do miss seeing my clients, so I am now offering Zoom consultations/intakes before the session so that we can see each other. I have also incorporated a new technique with my distance Reiki treatments since I don’t always have a photo of my client.  I use a teddy bear so that I can scan and focus the healing energy where it is needed. If this appeals to you, please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com or call me at 617-304-2205. The cost for distance Reiki sessions is based on a sliding scale of $30 -$50. For your convenience, I accept Venmo and Zelle for payment. Zelle payments can be sent using my telephone number 617-304-2205. I have also written an article about distance Reiki, which is available at:

 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-distance-reiki-can-help-you-during-coronavirus-linda-simons

If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can benefit you, please feel free to check out my Reiki site at:

www.reikiwithlindasimons.com

 

 

 

 

The Sun Enters Scorpio, a Venus-Sun Cazimi in Scorpio, Mercury Retrogrades in Scorpio, Venus Goes Back into Libra and a Full Moon in Taurus

 

What a week we have coming astrologically!  And it all starts on October 23 at 5:38 a.m. when the Sun enters Scorpio for its annual visit.  Prepare for a period of intensity and uncovering the truth as we are digging deeply beneath the surface.  It can be a very healing and transformative time because it represents an opportunity to shed toxic patterns and emotional baggage.  This is the start of my new year because I am a Scorpio with my Sun, Mercury, Venus, Saturn, Pallas, Lilith and Ceres in the fixed water sign. 

Also on October 23, we have a Venus/Sun Cazimi in 0 degrees of Scorpio at 11:44 p.m.  Cazimi simply means that a planet is considered to be in the heart of the Sun.  Venus is at the midpoint of its retrograde transit that began on October 3 when it stationed in 8 degrees of Scorpio and it is now urging us to look beneath the surface of our true values, emotional attachments, power dynamics and financial or romantic partnerships.  Venus will now become a morning star, so if you have heard the phrase Venus Star Point, it is referring to the fact that we are concluding a nearly 100-year cycle that began in 1930. Venus retrograde in Scorpio will not meet up with the Sun in Scorpio again until 2181.  This is truly the end of an era.  It is a cosmic wake-up call and a chance for some clarity.  This Cazimi is exactly conjunct my natal Mercury in 0 degrees of Scorpio, so I have no doubt that it will have a profound effect on my life.

Mercury stations retrograde in 20 degrees of Scorpio on October 24 and remains retrograde until November 13, which is the same day Venus turns direct.  Mercury retrograde is associated with technological glitches, misunderstandings in communication and travel delays.  In the fixed water sign of Scorpio, Mercury retrograde can play out as finding ourselves dredging up unanswered questions and returning to unfinished conversations.  It can highlight joint finances, obsession and power struggles.  Research is another theme associated with Mercury retrograde in Scorpio.  Mercury is stationing retrograde on my Sun in the 2nd house, so this should be interesting...We also need to be mindful of the tendency towards passive-aggressive behavior. Enough said...

Venus retrograde slips into Libra on October 25 and remains in Libra until December 3. Venus rules Libra, so it is much more comfortable in this this sign.  We should experience a bit of a break in the Venus retrograde because let's face it, Venus is not a happy camper in Scorpio.  It's possible to achieve more fairness and equality in relationships.  Relationships could be feeling lighter now and I think that we can all use that now.

The piece de resistance is the Full Moon in 3 degrees of Taurus on October 26.  Mark my words, this will be another pressure cooker Full Moon.  The good news about this Full Moon is that it occurs in the exaltation degree of the Moon.  But this Full Moon is also squaring Pluto in 3 degrees of Aquarius, which has themes of rebirth, release of compulsive habits, and control issues. We are being asked to let go of what is no longer serving our best interests.  This Full Moon in Taurus highlights where we have invested too much in maintaining stability in our lives to the point that it is stifling us.  Don't resist change, which is heavily emphasized because the Moon in the fixed sign of Taurus is opposing the Sun in the fixed water sign of Scorpio.  I know it's easier said than done, but find the courage to let go of whatever your security blanket is.

What else is going on astrologically on this Full Moon?  Plenty.  Retrograde Chiron in 28 degrees of Aries is conjunct the Full Moon in 3 degrees of Taurus, so don't be surprised if old wounds are triggered.  Retrograde Mercury in Scorpio is squaring Mars and Jupiter in Leo as well as the North Node in Aquarius and South Node in Leo.  Mercury squaring Mars and Jupiter in Leo can cause us to reflect on our need to be validated and seen.  Mercury squaring the Nodes of the Moon can bring information that will change our lives.  Remember that the South Node represents our past and the path of least resistance while the North Node is where our soul is headed that requires us to stretch out of our comfort one.

The bottom line with this Full Moon in Taurus is that it can definitely be overwhelming with all of this planetary activity.  We can be feeling vulnerable, so be sure to speak out and engage in some heavy self-care.  Venus is the ruler of this Full Moon, and it is in Libra, the other sign that Venus rules.  Take good care, everyone.

I am no longer posting on X (formerly known as Twitter), but I am posting daily on Blue Sky Social as danceofphoenix@danceofphoenix.bsky.social. There is an astrological community on there called AstroSphere. The link is: 

https://bsky.app/profile/danceofphoenix.bsky.social.

If you are curious as to how all of this planetary action is affecting you, please consider getting an astrological consultation with me. I offer consultations on Zoom too. Check out my menu of services at:

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

I am also offering private astrology lessons by telephone or video, such as FaceTime or Zoom.  Please feel free to contact me at lindasim54@gmail.com if you are interested in learning more about astrology.

I have been doing more work with tarot readings, which I love, so I decided to create a combination reading which offers the option of a 30-minute astrology consultation with a one-question tarot reading for only $50. There is something for everyone and my menu of services can accommodate any budget. I also have a one-question tarot reading for only $15. 

My site also offers the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Blue Sky Social at: 

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice. If you prefer to send a donation through Venmo or pay for a reading through Venmo, my handle is Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7.  Or you can send a contribution using Zelle and my phone number 617-304-2205.

Additionally, I am available for tarot readings by telephone.  I use the Celestial Tarot Deck, which I love because it contains so many astrological symbols.  A tarot reading is another great option for obtaining insight and clarity. I offer a 24-card tarot card reading for $50 which incorporates the twelve houses of the horoscope.

I am still experiencing technical difficulties with the Buy Now buttons on the Services Offered page of my site.  In the meantime, please feel free to send payments through PayPal to my email at lindasim54@gmail.com. Just let me know which type of consultation you want with your birth date info.  Or you can send a payment to my Venmo account at Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7 or Zelle using my phone number 617-304-2205. In 2020, I added a Monthly Horoscopes section to my website. October horoscopes are up now and I have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscope Junkie.  Check it out at:

https://thehoroscopejunkie.ca/monthly_horoscopes.html

I have also joined Facebook.  I don’t post as frequently as on Blue Sky Social, but I am on Facebook now at https://www.facebook.com/linda.simons.75098

The coronavirus outbreak caused me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people were concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions until further notice, so all of my Reiki sessions will be distant Reiki sessions for the foreseeable future. But a distant Reiki session is the perfect opportunity to safely build up your immune system and if you have contracted coronavirus, you can be treated safely from the comfort of your home. My procedure is to have a conversation with a client about what they hope to achieve from a session, we set up a time for the session to take place when they will be in a state to receive healing energy and I follow up with a telephone conversation to discuss their experience and my perception of their blockages. I do miss seeing my clients, so I am now offering Zoom consultations/intakes before the session so that we can see each other. I have also incorporated a new technique with my distance Reiki treatments since I don’t always have a photo of my client.  I use a teddy bear so that I can scan and focus the healing energy where it is needed. If this appeals to you, please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com or call me at 617-304-2205. The cost for distance Reiki sessions is based on a sliding scale of $30 -$50. For your convenience, I accept Venmo and Zelle for payment. Zelle payments can be sent using my telephone number 617-304-2205. I have also written an article about distance Reiki, which is available at:

 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-distance-reiki-can-help-you-during-coronavirus-linda-simons

If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can benefit you, please feel free to check out my Reiki site at:

www.reikiwithlindasimons.com

 

 

 

 

Mars in Leo Trines Saturn in Aries and Venus in Scorpio Mixes it Up with Uranus, Pluto and Neptune

 

We have a high energy day on tap for October 16 when Mars in Leo is exactly trining Saturn in 10 degrees of Aries.  Strength, ambition, discipline and perseverance are on hand in a big way to take on the hardest tasks so that we can accomplish great feats.  It's perfect for managing finances and making commitments in relationships.  This is the day to handle any responsibilities we have been shirking and get organized.  As someone who has the more challenging natal square aspect between Mars in Aquarius and Saturn in Scorpio, I can really appreciate the value and enormous potential of this aspect.  Quite frankly, I wish I had a trine between Mars and Saturn but I am dealing with the square.  At least it makes me tough and persistent in the fixed signs.

On the same day, retrograde Venus in Scorpio is inconjunct retrograde Uranus in 5 degrees of Gemini.  Our need for change and excitement in love is accelerated.  This can usher in a period of instability in relationships.  If you are single, you could be attracted to someone who is completely from your usual type and it could turn into a brief encounter.  There is bound to be some tension between our need for relational harmony and our craving for freedom, so try to deal with it constructively by making minor adjustments.  

Venus in Scorpio will be squaring Pluto in 3 degrees of Aquarius on October 20, 2026.  We have had quite a few Venus Pluto squares in 2026: Venus in Taurus squared Pluto in Aquarius on April 3, Venus in Scorpio square Pluto in Aquarius on September 15 and after October 20, Venus in Scorpio will square Pluto in Aquarius on December 9 when both of these planets are direct. The themes of this transit are control, manipulation and hidden power struggles within relationships and financial/shared resources.  There will be high emotional intensity, jealousy, possessiveness and potentially obsessive behavior.  It can be very uncomfortable but ultimately it forces us to purge toxic habits and reclaim our personal power.  Pluto is after all the astrological version of Roto-Rooter.  Be mindful of a tendency towards compulsive spending too. We can expect some drama to occur on this day because feelings are much deeper than usual.  Intensity is the name of the game here.  I have this aspect natally with my retrograde Venus in Scorpio squaring my Pluto in Leo.

On October 21, Venus in Scorpio is inconjunct retrograde Neptune in 2 degrees of Aries. This is characterized by imagination, optimism and idealism accompanied by insecurity, uncertainty, guilt and self-doubt.  There is a strong mismatch between our desire and actual reality, manifesting in confusion.  Try not to make any major financial decisions, especially on things that seem too good to be true and don't make promises you can't keep.  You can be more creative or just use the energy to see some art or a movie.  This aspect can foster creativity.  Just be aware that surrealism and confusion can be present on this day.

I am no longer posting on X (formerly known as Twitter), but I am posting daily on Blue Sky Social as danceofphoenix@danceofphoenix.bsky.social. There is an astrological community on there called AstroSphere. The link is: 

https://bsky.app/profile/danceofphoenix.bsky.social.

If you are curious as to how all of this planetary action is affecting you, please consider getting an astrological consultation with me. I offer consultations on Zoom too. Check out my menu of services at:

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

I am also offering private astrology lessons by telephone or video, such as FaceTime or Zoom.  Please feel free to contact me at lindasim54@gmail.com if you are interested in learning more about astrology.

I have been doing more work with tarot readings, which I love, so I decided to create a combination reading which offers the option of a 30-minute astrology consultation with a one-question tarot reading for only $50. There is something for everyone and my menu of services can accommodate any budget. I also have a one-question tarot reading for only $15. 

My site also offers the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Blue Sky Social at: 

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice. If you prefer to send a donation through Venmo or pay for a reading through Venmo, my handle is Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7.  Or you can send a contribution using Zelle and my phone number 617-304-2205.

Additionally, I am available for tarot readings by telephone.  I use the Celestial Tarot Deck, which I love because it contains so many astrological symbols.  A tarot reading is another great option for obtaining insight and clarity. I offer a 24-card tarot card reading for $50 which incorporates the twelve houses of the horoscope.

I am still experiencing technical difficulties with the Buy Now buttons on the Services Offered page of my site.  In the meantime, please feel free to send payments through PayPal to my email at lindasim54@gmail.com. Just let me know which type of consultation you want with your birth date info.  Or you can send a payment to my Venmo account at Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7 or Zelle using my phone number 617-304-2205. In 2020, I added a Monthly Horoscopes section to my website. October horoscopes are up now and I have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscope Junkie.  Check it out at:

https://thehoroscopejunkie.ca/monthly_horoscopes.html

I have also joined Facebook.  I don’t post as frequently as on Blue Sky Social, but I am on Facebook now at https://www.facebook.com/linda.simons.75098

The coronavirus outbreak caused me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people were concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions until further notice, so all of my Reiki sessions will be distant Reiki sessions for the foreseeable future. But a distant Reiki session is the perfect opportunity to safely build up your immune system and if you have contracted coronavirus, you can be treated safely from the comfort of your home. My procedure is to have a conversation with a client about what they hope to achieve from a session, we set up a time for the session to take place when they will be in a state to receive healing energy and I follow up with a telephone conversation to discuss their experience and my perception of their blockages. I do miss seeing my clients, so I am now offering Zoom consultations/intakes before the session so that we can see each other. I have also incorporated a new technique with my distance Reiki treatments since I don’t always have a photo of my client.  I use a teddy bear so that I can scan and focus the healing energy where it is needed. If this appeals to you, please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com or call me at 617-304-2205. The cost for distance Reiki sessions is based on a sliding scale of $30 -$50. For your convenience, I accept Venmo and Zelle for payment. Zelle payments can be sent using my telephone number 617-304-2205. I have also written an article about distance Reiki, which is available at:

 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-distance-reiki-can-help-you-during-coronavirus-linda-simons

If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can benefit you, please feel free to check out my Reiki site at:

www.reikiwithlindasimons.com

 

 

 

 

An Unusually Intense New Moon in Libra and Pluto Goes Direct in Aquarius

 

We have a New Moon in 17 degrees of Libra on October 10 that is anything but peaceful.  Many of us have been feeling somewhat stuck lately and this New Moon can be very emotionally triggering and leave us feeling quite vulnerable, especially with Venus retrograde.  Venus in 7 degrees of Scorpio is squaring Mars in 7 degrees of Leo on the New Moon, which can bring discomfort and tension in relationships.  But this can result in clearer boundaries if we can survive any ego wounds that are dredged up, pride and reactive patterns. Venus in Scorpio is also squaring Pluto in 3 degrees of Aquarius, emphasizing power dynamics and old trauma that resurfaces.

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The New Moon in Libra is also opposing Saturn in 10 degrees of Aries with strong themes of  responsibility, hard work and emotional maturity.  We will need to show up when it's uncomfortable and set some boundaries in relationships.

A New Moon in Libra requires that we listen to others so that we can plant new seeds in relationships and reboot them in order to obtain a reset.  Fortunately the saving grace aspect of this New Moon is the supportive sextile between the Moon in Libra and Jupiter in 21 degrees of Leo.  This provides us with wisdom, growth, and heart-centered expansion.  It is very supportive and healing if we are willing to do the work. This New Moon is also conjunct my Ascendant and activating my Grand Air Trine involving Mars in Aquarius and my Moon in Gemini, so I have no doubt that it will be important for me.

On October 15 Pluto will station direct 3 degrees of Aquarius after having been retrograde since May 6, 2026 in 5 degrees of Aquarius. Pluto direct will give us more clarity on decisions that have been percolating since May.  It can represent a point of completion as well as a spiritual turning point and transformation. It is a time to get unstuck regarding the major changes in our lives and who couldn’t use that.

The Sun in Libra is also forming a supportive sextile to Jupiter in 21 degrees of Leo on October 15.  This is accompanied by a boost in confidence, optimism, positive thinking and feelings of generosity. We can be feeling lucky because material and spiritual growth are possible.  It is a real feel-good day, so make the most of it.

I am no longer posting on X (formerly known as Twitter), but I am posting daily on Blue Sky Social as danceofphoenix@danceofphoenix.bsky.social. There is an astrological community on there called AstroSphere. The link is: 

https://bsky.app/profile/danceofphoenix.bsky.social.

If you are curious as to how all of this planetary action is affecting you, please consider getting an astrological consultation with me. I offer consultations on Zoom too. Check out my menu of services at:

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

I am also offering private astrology lessons by telephone or video, such as FaceTime or Zoom.  Please feel free to contact me at lindasim54@gmail.com if you are interested in learning more about astrology.

I have been doing more work with tarot readings, which I love, so I decided to create a combination reading which offers the option of a 30-minute astrology consultation with a one-question tarot reading for only $50. There is something for everyone and my menu of services can accommodate any budget. I also have a one-question tarot reading for only $15. 

My site also offers the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Blue Sky Social at: 

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice. If you prefer to send a donation through Venmo or pay for a reading through Venmo, my handle is Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7.  Or you can send a contribution using Zelle and my phone number 617-304-2205.

Additionally, I am available for tarot readings by telephone.  I use the Celestial Tarot Deck, which I love because it contains so many astrological symbols.  A tarot reading is another great option for obtaining insight and clarity. I offer a 24-card tarot card reading for $50 which incorporates the twelve houses of the horoscope.

I am still experiencing technical difficulties with the Buy Now buttons on the Services Offered page of my site.  In the meantime, please feel free to send payments through PayPal to my email at lindasim54@gmail.com. Just let me know which type of consultation you want with your birth date info.  Or you can send a payment to my Venmo account at Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7 or Zelle using my phone number 617-304-2205. In 2020, I added a Monthly Horoscopes section to my website. October horoscopes are up now and I have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscope Junkie.  Check it out at:

https://thehoroscopejunkie.ca/monthly_horoscopes.html

I have also joined Facebook.  I don’t post as frequently as on Blue Sky Social, but I am on Facebook now at https://www.facebook.com/linda.simons.75098

The coronavirus outbreak caused me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people were concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions until further notice, so all of my Reiki sessions will be distant Reiki sessions for the foreseeable future. But a distant Reiki session is the perfect opportunity to safely build up your immune system and if you have contracted coronavirus, you can be treated safely from the comfort of your home. My procedure is to have a conversation with a client about what they hope to achieve from a session, we set up a time for the session to take place when they will be in a state to receive healing energy and I follow up with a telephone conversation to discuss their experience and my perception of their blockages. I do miss seeing my clients, so I am now offering Zoom consultations/intakes before the session so that we can see each other. I have also incorporated a new technique with my distance Reiki treatments since I don’t always have a photo of my client.  I use a teddy bear so that I can scan and focus the healing energy where it is needed. If this appeals to you, please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com or call me at 617-304-2205. The cost for distance Reiki sessions is based on a sliding scale of $30 -$50. For your convenience, I accept Venmo and Zelle for payment. Zelle payments can be sent using my telephone number 617-304-2205. I have also written an article about distance Reiki, which is available at:

 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-distance-reiki-can-help-you-during-coronavirus-linda-simons

If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can benefit you, please feel free to check out my Reiki site at:

www.reikiwithlindasimons.com

 

 

 

 

Mercury in Scorpio Meets Up with Mars, Pluto and Venus While Venus Goes Retrograde and the Sun in Libra Opposes Saturn in Aries

 

Early October may be technically Libra season, but it sure is feeling very Scorpionic with the personal planets of Mercury and Venus in Scorpio.   On October 2 Mercury in Scorpio squares  Mars in Leo and then Pluto in Aquarius. Mercury squares Mars in Leo at 5:14 a.m., bringing the potential for impatience, quick tempers and aggressive communication.  Later in the afternoon Mercury squares Pluto in Aquarius adding to the mental tension and the possibility of power struggles.  The Mercury-Pluto square can help us to focus more intensely and facilitate engagement in research so that we can uncover hidden truths. Just be mindful of the tendency to be compulsive or obsessive in our behavior though.

Mars in Leo is also opposing Pluto in Aquarius on October 3 creating a theme of ego clashes as personal power dynamics surface.  We might have a realization that there are some things that we just can't control.  This means that we are under the influence of a fixed T-square as both Mars in Leo and Pluto in Aquarius are squaring Mercury in Scorpio.  We will be experiencing tension, stubbornness and resistance to change courtesy of the fixed quality of these planets.  But it does give us endurance which is sorely needed these days.

Venus is stationing retrograde in 8 degrees of Scorpio on October 3.  It will re-enter Libra (one of its favorite signs) on October 25 and remain retrograde until November 13.  So Venus will be reentering Scorpio on December 4 and stay in Scorpio until January 7, 2027.  The last time Venus was retrograde in Scorpio was October 5 - November 16, 2018.  Venus won't be retrograde in Scorpio again until October 2034. Venus retrograde is a time to reflect on our personal values, finances and relationships.  Past partners could re-emerge in our lives to help us seek closure about unresolved issues.  This is NOT a good time to make drastic changes in our appearance, take financial risks or get married.  If a new relationship begins during this period, it might not last.  I have a natal retrograde Venus in Scorpio, so I am quite familiar with its intensity.

On October 4, the Sun in Libra is opposing Saturn in 11 degrees of Aries. This can play out as a test of patience as our personal drive is confronted head-on with real world limits.  Responsibilities can feel overwhelming.  Stress is kicking our butt.  Transiting Saturn is in my 6th house so I know it won't exactly be a high energy day for me.  Try not to tackle any new projects on this day.

We get a break on October 6 when Mercury and Venus are conjunct in 8 degrees of Scorpio.  This can be pretty sweet for loving communication and can also encourage creativity, emotional clarity and deeper levels of intimacy are possible.  With Venus retrograde, we could be reassessing old relationships.  This can help us mitigate any damage incurred from that fixed T-square of the previous weekend.

Mars in Leo is forming a supportive sextile to Uranus in 5 degrees of Gemini on October 7.  This is a very high energy aspect that delivers a sudden burst of motivation and a desire to break free from boring routines.  This is the day to start something new and implement bold ideas. 

I am no longer posting on X (formerly known as Twitter), but I am posting daily on Blue Sky Social as danceofphoenix@danceofphoenix.bsky.social. There is an astrological community on there called AstroSphere. The link is: 

https://bsky.app/profile/danceofphoenix.bsky.social.

If you are curious as to how all of this planetary action is affecting you, please consider getting an astrological consultation with me. I offer consultations on Zoom too. Check out my menu of services at:

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

I am also offering private astrology lessons by telephone or video, such as FaceTime or Zoom.  Please feel free to contact me at lindasim54@gmail.com if you are interested in learning more about astrology.

I have been doing more work with tarot readings, which I love, so I decided to create a combination reading which offers the option of a 30-minute astrology consultation with a one-question tarot reading for only $50. There is something for everyone and my menu of services can accommodate any budget. I also have a one-question tarot reading for only $15. 

My site also offers the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Blue Sky Social at: 

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice. If you prefer to send a donation through Venmo or pay for a reading through Venmo, my handle is Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7.  Or you can send a contribution using Zelle and my phone number 617-304-2205.

Additionally, I am available for tarot readings by telephone.  I use the Celestial Tarot Deck, which I love because it contains so many astrological symbols.  A tarot reading is another great option for obtaining insight and clarity. I offer a 24-card tarot card reading for $50 which incorporates the twelve houses of the horoscope.

I am still experiencing technical difficulties with the Buy Now buttons on the Services Offered page of my site.  In the meantime, please feel free to send payments through PayPal to my email at lindasim54@gmail.com. Just let me know which type of consultation you want with your birth date info.  Or you can send a payment to my Venmo account at Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7 or Zelle using my phone number 617-304-2205. In 2020, I added a Monthly Horoscopes section to my website. October horoscopes are up now and I have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscope Junkie.  Check it out at:

https://thehoroscopejunkie.ca/monthly_horoscopes.html

I have also joined Facebook.  I don’t post as frequently as on Blue Sky Social, but I am on Facebook now at https://www.facebook.com/linda.simons.75098

The coronavirus outbreak caused me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people were concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions until further notice, so all of my Reiki sessions will be distant Reiki sessions for the foreseeable future. But a distant Reiki session is the perfect opportunity to safely build up your immune system and if you have contracted coronavirus, you can be treated safely from the comfort of your home. My procedure is to have a conversation with a client about what they hope to achieve from a session, we set up a time for the session to take place when they will be in a state to receive healing energy and I follow up with a telephone conversation to discuss their experience and my perception of their blockages. I do miss seeing my clients, so I am now offering Zoom consultations/intakes before the session so that we can see each other. I have also incorporated a new technique with my distance Reiki treatments since I don’t always have a photo of my client.  I use a teddy bear so that I can scan and focus the healing energy where it is needed. If this appeals to you, please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com or call me at 617-304-2205. The cost for distance Reiki sessions is based on a sliding scale of $30 -$50. For your convenience, I accept Venmo and Zelle for payment. Zelle payments can be sent using my telephone number 617-304-2205. I have also written an article about distance Reiki, which is available at:

 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-distance-reiki-can-help-you-during-coronavirus-linda-simons

If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can benefit you, please feel free to check out my Reiki site at:

www.reikiwithlindasimons.com