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Friday, November 25, 2016

Pluto Kicks It up a Notch in Intensity and New Moon in Sagittarius Expands Our Vision



Pluto in 15 degrees of Capricorn is really stirring the intensity pot these days as a prelude to the upcoming New Moon in 7 degrees of Sagittarius on November 29, 2016.  On Thanksgiving Day, November 24, 2016, Pluto in Capricorn formed an exact square with Jupiter in 15 degrees of Libra.  Jupiter loves to amplify and enlarge anything it touches and Pluto in Capricorn is all about transforming government and structures while feeling its oats in terms of empowerment.  Jupiter squaring Pluto can definitely have some positive outcomes by manifesting success, abundance and slow building empowerment.  It also signifies that big changes are in the wings, structures are evolving with the accompanying growing pains and issues of excess are paramount.  It is an aspect that begs the question if we can transform negativity into healing energy.  This was quite an astrological backdrop for Thanksgiving Day in the United States after the recent Presidential election.

On November 25, 2016, Pluto kicks up the intensity another notch when it forms an exact conjunction with Venus in 15 degrees of Capricorn.  When Pluto and Venus collide in any sign, it has a very Scorpionic feel.  And we all know how obsession, control and compulsion factor into the Scorpio experience.  Pluto aspecting Venus means that this energy will play out in relationships and finances.  Venus is well known for its association with love, but Venus also pertains to finances and in the sign of Capricorn, the plot thickens because Capricorn is the money sign.  Let’s hope that Black Friday doesn’t get too ugly or confrontational.

Uranus in Aries is also getting into the act prior to the new moon.  On November 26, 2016, Mercury in Sagittarius will be trining Uranus in 21 degrees of Aries.  This could prove to be a very positive aspect as it shifts and lifts our spirits with the potential for new insights.  And on November 28, 2016, Uranus in Aries faces a challenging square from Venus in Capricorn. There could definitely be some disruptions in our financial resources and relationships on that day.

But we should be in a good place by the time of the new moon in 7 degrees of Sagittarius on November 29, 2016.  With both the sun and moon in Sagittarius, we can embrace feelings of optimism and look forward to expanding our vision.  This new moon also squares Neptune in 9 degrees of Pisces, amplifying the theme of optimism and bigger horizons.  The solar eclipse of September 1, 2016 in 9 degrees of Virgo is also being activated by this new moon by a square aspect, so we may find ourselves reflecting on our progress since that solar eclipse.  The world has changed quite a bit since September. The sun and moon in Sagittarius are also squaring the nodal axis in Virgo and Pisces, which places an even stronger emphasis on setting a new intention.  New moons always have this theme, but with the nodes involved, setting a new intention in whatever area of life this new moon falls in your chart takes on added importance and intensity.  Where does 7 degrees of Sagittarius fall in your chart?  It falls in my 2nd house of personal finances and values.  If you need help figuring out how this new moon impacts you, consider getting an astrological reading with me.

The major Sagittarian themes of truth and wisdom of the higher consciousness are also activated with this new moon.  The only potential drawback with this is a slight Sagittarian tendency to get downright dogmatic in terms of my truth vs. your truth.  We really need to remain open to all forms of wisdom.  One of the best qualities of Sagittarius is its mutable quality.  Embrace that mutability and go with the flow.  Sagittarius loves an adventure, after all.

Recently I undertook an intensive life purpose coaching training program and became certified as a Life Purpose Coach.  It was an intense, eye-opening experience that changed my life as it caused me to reflect on the story of my life.  But I left it with feelings of hope and light for the future that I want to share with others.  To that end, I am now offering Life Purpose Coaching to my menu of services.  You can read more about it at:


As an astrologer, I have decided to include an interpretation of the north node by sign and house placement as part of my coaching program.  After all, the north node does represent the soul’s purpose in life, so why not use it as a tool?  If you are feeling stuck and need some help in getting from Point A to Point B in your quest for making positive changes in your life, please email me at lindasim54@gmail.com to schedule a complementary telephone consultation to discover if you are a good fit for this program.  I look forward to hearing from you.

If you are seeking more spiritual insight into your life, please consider getting an astrological reading. An astrological reading can provide valuable insight and tools.  If you are not quite ready for a full blown natal interpretation or a solar return forecast, I also offer one question astrological readings and composite couple readings that offer insight into the purpose of a relationship. And I offer shorter transit readings for three and six months. If you purchase a three or six month transit reading, I will even look at how September’s eclipses affected you! You can learn more about my menu of astrological services, including the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Twitter at:


A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice.

The north node in Virgo has an underlying theme of service to others.  In that spirit of pursuing my path as a healer, I am still channeling that Virgo north node energy by offering my Reiki services.  If you are in the Boston area, please consider getting a Reiki treatment at Acupuncture for Everyone in Copley Square to destress, revitalize and remove blockages to healing.  It’s a perfect way to start your weekend off and can also be described as a spa for the soul to boot!   Reiki is the most profound treatment for stress relief because it concentrates on CALMING your body.

For more information on my Reiki services, please see this page on my site:


have recently joined the International Center for Reiki Training Membership Association.


Please feel free to learn more about this wonderful organization at:



I am also offering my Reiki Holiday Promotion again this year which allows you to purchase three treatments for yourself or as a gift of health for a loved one.  More details are available at:


For my clients who can’t fit Friday into their schedule for a treatment or have difficulty traveling, I have also recently begun doing distance Reiki sessions for them.  I have a conversation with them 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 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. Additionally, I see clients at my home in Newton, Massachusetts and am generally available on weekends and evenings for your convenience.


If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can help you, please check out this page on my site:



Mars stationing direct this summer inspired me to launch a new endeavor that will deliver my services to you at an affordable cost in the form of package deals.  With the upcoming holiday season, any of these packages makes a great gift. I am offering four options: Silver, Gold, Platinum and a Tarot special for my tarot clients. Please check it out at:


Don’t forget to follow me on Twitter for my daily astrological insights at:


Friday, November 18, 2016

The Fog Lifts as Neptune Stations Direct and the Sun Moves into Sagittarius



Ah, Neptune, that dreamy, idealistic, compassionate, fantasy-oriented planet that is also prone to major escapism, denial and delusion is about to station direct in its home sign of Pisces on November 19, 2016. Neptune has been retrograde since June 13, 2016 when it stationed at 12 degrees of Pisces. But we experienced one last blast of Neptune retrograde on November 18th when it conjuncted the south node in 9 degrees of Pisces.

Why was Neptune’s conjunction to the south node so important? Well, since the south node represents the past and our karmic baggage, having Neptune sitting on it can help dissolve old belief patterns that are holding us back.  It can truly be a time of balancing karma and learning from our past mistakes as we release the past and strive to embrace our true life path (aka north node) with enhanced wisdom, compassion, optimism, determination and faith.

Neptune aspecting the south node affords us the opportunity to see the bigger picture and let go of what we can’t control.  A major theme is “Let go, let God” as we are inclined to embrace a Higher Power, especially in light of the recent United States Presidential Election.  Somehow we have to make the transition from Hate and Divisiveness to Love and Unity without getting sucked in by the deception, fear, delusion and manipulation that seems to be running rampant these days.  I freely admit that I am not there yet.  Even though I am a Scorpio and can totally identify with Pluto’s energy of transformation, I also consider myself to be a Neptunian because I have Neptune rising conjunct my ascendant and Juno.  So I, like many others these days, am faced with quite a conundrum.  There is a huge part of me that wants to escape, but in keeping with the energy of the Saturn Neptune square, I know that I can’t deny the reality of what is happening.  I also have Saturn in Scorpio in the 1st house, so deep down I know that I am responsible for coming to terms with and somehow accepting the reality of the state of affairs in this country.

Neptune is retrograde for five months every year, so we should be used to the drill of dealing with our internalized fears and anxieties that has a way of stripping away our illusions and false realities that tend to cloud our vision.  But this year’s Neptune retrograde was accompanied by two hits of an exact Saturn in Sagittarius Neptune in Pisces square, on June 26, 2016 and on September 10, 2016. The first hit of the Saturn/Neptune square occurred on November 26, 2015, setting the tone for 2016.  Many astrologers are holding the influence of the Saturn/Neptune square accountable for the United Kingdom leaving the European, aka Brexit and the election of Donald Trump as President of the United States.  Clearly, both decisions reflected a major dissatisfaction with the status quo and a major desire for change coupled with an idealistic view of a new future.  Make no bones about it, the world is clearly at a turning point.

If we were wise and utilized the Neptune retrograde period to cultivate our spiritual development, we will experience Neptune stationing direct as a lifting of the fog.  But if we strayed too far from reality, we will be reeling in a state of shock as the truth emerges.  Deception and denial may still seem to be the path of least resistance (a nickname for the south node, which ironically is in Pisces), but the most productive way to utilize Neptune direct is to find creative ways to determine what is real and what is fantasy.  We need to discern the difference between an attainable goal and a pipe dream.

Neptune direct also makes it easier for us to access our compassion, idealism imagination and spirituality in order to make that journey from dreams to reality.  I fully intend on using that Neptune energy to assist me on my journey.  I need to dissolve my fears and anxieties so that I can be a more effective healer and role model for others during this time of transition.

We are also getting a boost from the Sun changing signs.  On November 21, 2016 the Sun enters the sign of Sagittarius, which should dissipate some of the heaviness and drama that Scorpio season brought to our lives.  Don’t get me wrong, as a Scorpio, I love Scorpio season, but it is definitely time for a lighter cosmic vibration to take over.  The Sun in Sagittarius is all about truth, freedom and the pursuit of higher knowledge and wisdom.  Sagittarius is a born spiritual seeker and teacher.  We need to embrace this energy now.

Recently I undertook an intensive life purpose coaching training program and became certified as a Life Purpose Coach.  It was an intense, eye-opening experience that changed my life as it caused me to reflect on the story of my life.  But I left it with feelings of hope and light for the future that I want to share with others.  To that end, I am now offering Life Purpose Coaching to my menu of services.  You can read more about it at:


As an astrologer, I have decided to include an interpretation of the north node by sign and house placement as part of my coaching program.  After all, the north node does represent the soul’s purpose in life, so why not use it as a tool?  If you are feeling stuck and need some help in getting from Point A to Point B in your quest for making positive changes in your life, please email me at lindasim54@gmail.com to schedule a complementary telephone consultation to discover if you are a good fit for this program.  I look forward to hearing from you.

If you are seeking more spiritual insight into your life, please consider getting an astrological reading. An astrological reading can provide valuable insight and tools.  If you are not quite ready for a full blown natal interpretation or a solar return forecast, I also offer one question astrological readings and composite couple readings that offer insight into the purpose of a relationship. And I offer shorter transit readings for three and six months which might help you navigate the rest of 2016 a little easier. If you purchase a three or six month transit reading, I will even look at how September’s eclipses affected you! You can learn more about my menu of astrological services, including the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Twitter at:



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A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice.

The north node in Virgo has an underlying theme of service to others.  In that spirit of pursuing my path as a healer, I am still channeling that Virgo north node energy by offering my Reiki services.  If you are in the Boston area, please consider getting a Reiki treatment at Acupuncture for Everyone in Copley Square to destress, revitalize and remove blockages to healing.  It’s a perfect way to start your weekend off and can also be described as a spa for the soul to boot!   Reiki is the most profound treatment for stress relief because it concentrates on CALMING your body.

For more information on my Reiki services, please see this page on my site:



I have recently joined the International Center for Reiki Training Membership Association.

Please feel free to learn more about this wonderful organization at:

For my clients who can’t fit Friday into their schedule for a treatment or have difficulty traveling, I have also recently begun doing distance Reiki sessions for them.  I have a conversation with them 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 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. Additionally, I see clients at my home in Newton, Massachusetts and am generally available on weekends and evenings for your convenience.


If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can help you, please check out this page on my site:



Mars stationing direct this summer inspired me to launch a new endeavor that will deliver my services to you at an affordable cost in the form of package deals.  With the upcoming holiday season, any of these packages makes a great gift. I am offering four options: Silver, Gold, Platinum and a Tarot special for my tarot clients. Please check it out at:


Don’t forget to follow me on Twitter for my daily astrological insights at:



Friday, November 11, 2016

Super Full Moon in Taurus and Mercury and Venus Change Signs





I think that many of us are still reeling from the recent United States Presidential election in which Donald Trump was elected president.  What happened and who saw it coming?  Certainly not the political pollsters!

Astrologically, I am attributing it to Mars entering Aquarius and Black Moon Lilith in Scorpio.  In my last blog post on November 4, 2016, I predicted that Mars entering Aquarius could indicate a cliffhanger election with delayed results.  That certainly panned out. I went to bed shortly after midnight, and while Trump had not yet been officially declared the winner, it was not looking good for Hillary Clinton.   I awoke at 7:30 a.m. to the news that Donald Trump had been elected President of the United States. On November 9, 2016 I tweeted:

“Mars is in Aquarius now officially giving us the green light to initiate sweeping change & move in new directions.”

“Mars in Aquarius conjunct Hillary Clinton’s Black Moon Lilith in Aquarius may have contributed to her loss, manifesting fear of powerlessness.”
It is common astrological knowledge that when a planet is in 29 degrees of a sign, it is referred to as the critical or anaretic degree.  There is a sense of urgency to complete the lesson of that sign. I related to what astrologer Kristin Fontana commented on Mars this week:

“Mars leaving the sign of Capricorn suggests we are pulling away from a patriarchal mindset and model, opening ourselves up to a more alternative way through.  Mars in Aquarius energizes transformation and in some cases a revolution.”

The asteroid Black Moon Lilith in 23 degrees of Scorpio was a mere two degrees away from Hillary Clinton’s natal retrograde Mercury in 21 degrees of Scorpio.  It is clearly an understatement to say that it did not bring good news for her. 

If you are curious as to how the Black Moon Lilith is impacting your life, I strongly encourage you to purchase a Black Moon Lilith reading from me!

Obviously, Donald Trump’s election represented a major rejection of the old way of conducting business in Washington and will no doubt be referred to historically as a cogent indicator of a  revolution in the government of the United States of America.  It’s also important to remember that the United States of America was literally born during Pluto in Capricorn and will be facing its first Pluto Return in 2022.  Time will tell what direction that revolution takes us towards.

Meanwhile, back at the astrological ranch, back to pressing business.  Venus moves into Capricorn on November 11, 2016 and this will place more of an emphasis on making relationships work well.  We will feel more responsible and committed in our relationships and financial endeavors. After all of the recent turmoil with the election, Venus in earthy Capricorn may be the ticket to healing that this country needs.  It’s not a bad idea to focus on smoothing out hurt feelings during this highly transitional period.  And it also Veteran’s Day in the United States, so let’s not forget our veterans as we honor them on this holiday for their service and sacrifices.

On November 12, 2016, Mercury leaves Scorpio and enters Sagittarius.  No one can deny the intensity of Mercury in Scorpio the past few weeks, so Mercury’s entrance into the sign of Sagittarius should signify a welcome relief as we feel lighter and are able to laugh at ourselves and see the humor in life.  Of course, we need to be mindful of the tendency to be more scattered, judgmental and blunt.  Sagittarius is prone to speaking before thinking, earning the moniker “foot in mouth disease.”

And, ta-da, we have a Super Full Moon in 23 degrees of Taurus on November 14, 2016.  The Taurus Full Moon hasn’t been this close to the earth since 1948, so this is truly a big deal.  The moon in Taurus is traditionally considered to be exalted.  Full moons also are a time of completion and this also ties in with our current political climate.  Situations can shift at a deep level, as evidenced by recent events, and we can also find that we access our soul’s wisdom to deal with everyday issues in our lives.  But the placement of this full moon in earth is key indicator that practical magic can occur as we week to increase our contentment, abundance and pleasure in life.  Pluto in Capricorn also features prominently in this full moon, as it trines that Taurus moon, increasing the potential to release toxic situations and people from our lives.  Taurus loves the earthy sensual pleasures of life, so this is the perfect time to engage in fine dining, massage, and other forms of self-care such as bodywork or complementary healing like acupuncture or Reiki.

The full moon in Taurus falls in my 8th house directly opposing my Venus in Scorpio in my 2nd house.  I sense that this will bring a deep inner change around my self- worth and values.  This is truly a time for me to live my values and form bonds from a place of strength, not weakness, so that real stability can emerge.  I don’t know about you, but I am craving a sense of stability in my life with the Uranus in Aries transit.

Recently I undertook an intensive life purpose coaching training program and became certified as a Life Purpose Coach.  It was an intense, eye-opening experience that changed my life as it caused me to reflect on the story of my life.  But I left it with feelings of hope and light for the future that I want to share with others.  To that end, I am now offering Life Purpose Coaching to my menu of services.  You can read more about it at:


As an astrologer, I have decided to include an interpretation of the north node by sign and house placement as part of my coaching program.  After all, the north node does represent the soul’s purpose in life, so why not use it as a tool?  If you are feeling stuck and need some help in getting from Point A to Point B in your quest for making positive changes in your life, please email me at lindasim54@gmail.com to schedule a complementary telephone consultation to discover if you are a good fit for this program.  I look forward to hearing from you.

If you are seeking more spiritual insight into your life, please consider getting an astrological reading. An astrological reading can provide valuable insight and tools.  If you are not quite ready for a full blown natal interpretation or a solar return forecast, I also offer one question astrological readings and composite couple readings that offer insight into the purpose of a relationship. And I offer shorter transit readings for three and six months which might help you navigate the rest of 2016 a little easier. If you purchase a three or six month transit reading, I will even look at how September’s eclipses affected you! You can learn more about my menu of astrological services, including the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Twitter at:
  

A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice.

The north node in Virgo has an underlying theme of service to others.  In that spirit of pursuing my path as a healer, I am still channeling that Virgo north node energy by offering my Reiki services.  If you are in the Boston area, please consider getting a Reiki treatment at Acupuncture for Everyone in Copley Square to destress, revitalize and remove blockages to healing.  It’s a perfect way to start your weekend off and can also be described as a spa for the soul to boot!   Reiki is the most profound treatment for stress relief because it concentrates on CALMING your body.

For more information on my Reiki services, please see this page on my site:


I have recently joined the International Center for Reiki Training Membership Association.

Please feel free to learn more about this wonderful organization at:




For my clients who can’t fit Friday into their schedule for a treatment or have difficulty traveling, I have also recently begun doing distance Reiki sessions for them.  I have a conversation with them 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 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. Additionally, I see clients at my home in Newton, Massachusetts and am generally available on weekends and evenings for your convenience.

If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can help you, please check out this page on my site:


Mars stationing direct this summer inspired me to launch a new endeavor that will deliver my services to you at an affordable cost in the form of package deals.  I am offering four options: Silver, Gold, Platinum and a Tarot special for my tarot clients. Please check it out at:


Don’t forget to follow me on Twitter for my daily astrological insights at:






Friday, November 4, 2016

Mercury and Black Moon in Scorpio and Mars in Aquarius Make Strange Bedfellows as Presidential Election Looms




We are all very much aware that this is the season of Scorpio and that a Presidential Election is looming in the United States.  But in addition to the sun being in Scorpio, Mercury and the asteroid Black Moon Lilith are also transiting the sign of Scorpio.

Mercury in Scorpio is really invested in getting to the bottom of matters and discovering what makes people tick.  It is a true detective and there may be a touch of suspicion and paranoia that manifests as negativity.  Mercury in Scorpio is intense and motivated.  Mercury in Scorpio has already been very active; on November 3rd it sextiled its ruling planet Pluto in Capricorn, inspiring me to tweet:

“Our words and communication take on added power today as Mercury in Scorpio sextiles ruling planet in Capricorn.”

On November 6, 2016, transiting Mercury in Scorpio will trine Chiron in 20 degrees of Pisces.  Perhaps we can actually experience some healing through communication on that day.   But on November 7, 2016, Mercury in Scorpio will form an irritating, adjustment oriented aspect called an inconjunct to Uranus in 21 degrees of Aries. I wouldn’t be surprised if there was one last explosive news story concerning the election erupting that day.

I don’t know if many of you are aware of the asteroid Black Moon Lilith, but I am literally being blown away by the impact it is having on me personally and the election.  For those of you haven’t had a Black Moon Lilith reading with me, it is an asteroid that represents the shadow side of our personality that keeps us trapped in cycles of self-defeating behavior.  When we become aware of our issues, it helps us reclaim our personal power.  The transiting Black Moon Lilith in Scorpio has been creeping up on my Scorpio sun since mid-October and will move off my sun on November 12, 2016. It is really an awesome birthday gift because when the Black Moon Lilith moves off your sun you start feeling better as a sense of relief emerges with a new perspective!  When the transiting Black Moon Lilith conjuncts your sun, it drains your energy and you need more sleep.  It is a very intense transit and a highly emotional period that forces you to confront your past as an integral part of the rebirth process of moving forward.  So I am literally embracing my inner Phoenix these days!

On October 28, 2016, the day that FBI director James Comey announced the existence of new emails involving Anthony Weiner related to the Hillary Clinton email investigation, transiting Mercury was in 5 degrees of Scorpio conjunct Hillary Clinton’s sun in 2 degrees of Scorpio. Obviously, this was experienced as very personal attack on her campaign.  On November 8, 2016, the day of the United States Presidential Election, transiting Mercury will be in 23 degrees of Scorpio conjunct Hillary Clinton’s natal Mercury in 21 degrees of Scorpio.  Will this be good news for her?  But the transiting Black Moon Lilith will be in 19 degrees of Scorpio also conjunct her natal retrograde Mercury in Scorpio on November 8th.  How does this transit play out?  Well, when the transiting Black Moon Lilith conjuncts natal Mercury, there can be challenges in relating and communications accompanied by anxiety, obsession and misunderstandings followed by newfound clarity and new opportunities for her self-expression in relationship and career issues. The greatest fear of the Black Moon Lilith in Scorpio is loss, and its issues are winning and losing, the shadow of death and endings.  Trust me on this score - I have my natal Black Moon Lilith in Scorpio and know its implications well.  I would not be surprised if this election, the most contentious that I can remember in my lifetime, is a real cliffhanger and the results could be delayed.

And now to that Aquarius energy.  The moon is in the sign of Aquarius until 4:45 p.m. on November 8th and then it moves into compassionate Pisces until November 10th.  And on the west coast of the United States, Mars enters Aquarius at 9:51 p.m., and at 12:51 a.m. on November 9th on the east coast.  Mars in Aquarius is all about independence, a strong need for freedom and unique perspective.  Since Aquarius is a fixed sign, it can also be willful and determined.  Mars in Aquarius has a strong reformer streak and seeks equality.  It is open to new ways of doing things as long as it is not rammed down one’s throat. Once again, you can trust me on this one because I have Mars in Aquarius and I have been known to engage in many battles to fight for principles and fairness in my life. Mars in Aquarius will also feature prominently in Hillary Clinton’s chart, as it conjuncts her natal Black Moon Lilith in 0 degrees of Aquarius.  The plot thickens!  What are the shadow, fears and issues associated with Black Moon Lilith in Aquarius?  Black Moon Lilith in Aquarius has a fear of powerlessness, its shadow is power and its issues are power struggles and self-discipline.  When Mars hits this sensitive point in Hillary Clinton’s chart, it could trigger all of these issues for her.

Don’t forget to turn the clocks back as Daylight Savings Time ends on November 6th at 2:00 a.m. and by all means, don’t forget to VOTE on November 8th!  This election is important.

Recently I undertook an intensive life purpose coaching training program and became certified as a Life Purpose Coach.  It was an intense, eye-opening experience that changed my life as it caused me to reflect on the story of my life.  But I left it with feelings of hope and light for the future that I want to share with others.  To that end, I am now offering Life Purpose Coaching to my menu of services.  You can read more about it at:


As an astrologer, I have decided to include an interpretation of the north node by sign and house placement as part of my coaching program.  After all, the north node does represent the soul’s purpose in life, so why not use it as a tool?  If you are feeling stuck and need some help in getting from Point A to Point B in your quest for making positive changes in your life, please email me at lindasim54@gmail.com to schedule a complementary telephone consultation to discover if you are a good fit for this program.  I look forward to hearing from you.

If you are seeking more spiritual insight into your life, please consider getting an astrological reading. An astrological reading can provide valuable insight and tools.  If you are not quite ready for a full blown natal interpretation or a solar return forecast, I also offer one question astrological readings and composite couple readings that offer insight into the purpose of a relationship. And I offer shorter transit readings for three and six months which might help you navigate the rest of 2016 a little easier. If you purchase a three or six month transit reading, I will even look at how September’s eclipses affected you! You can learn more about my menu of astrological services, including the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Twitter at:
  

A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice.

The north node in Virgo has an underlying theme of service to others.  In that spirit of pursuing my path as a healer, I am still channeling that Virgo north node energy by offering my Reiki services.  If you are in the Boston area, please consider getting a Reiki treatment at Acupuncture for Everyone in Copley Square to destress, revitalize and remove blockages to healing.  It’s a perfect way to start your weekend off and can also be described as a spa for the soul to boot!   Reiki is the most profound treatment for stress relief because it concentrates on CALMING your body.

For more information on my Reiki services, please see this page on my site:

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I have recently joined the International Center for Reiki Training Membership Association.

Please feel free to learn more about this wonderful organization at:

www.reikimembership.com


For my clients who can’t fit Friday into their schedule for a treatment or have difficulty traveling, I have also recently begun doing distance Reiki sessions for them.  I have a conversation with them 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 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. Additionally, I see clients at my home in Newton, Massachusetts and am generally available on weekends and evenings for your convenience.

If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can help you, please check out this page on my site:


Mars stationing direct this summer inspired me to launch a new endeavor that will deliver my services to you at an affordable cost in the form of package deals.  I am offering four options: Silver, Gold, Platinum and a Tarot special for my tarot clients. Please check it out at:


Don’t forget to follow me on Twitter for my daily astrological insights at: