Here Comes the Sun Activating the Saturn-Uranus Square and Mercury Moves into Gemini

 

The Sun in Taurus is poised to activate the predominant astrological aspect of 2021: Saturn in Aquarius squaring Uranus in Taurus. The old structures are clashing with the new way of life that is on its way.  The pandemic which was ushered in with the Saturn-Pluto conjunction in Capricorn in January 2020 ensured that.  The Saturn-Uranus square occurs three times in 2021: February 17, June 14 and December 24.  But that doesn’t mean its influence can’t be felt throughout the entire year if another planet aspects Saturn and Uranus.  Fasten your seat belts because this week that is going to happen.

On April 30, the Sun in 10 degrees of Taurus is exactly conjunct Uranus in Taurus.  We are going to be feeling restless, rebellious and craving freedom big time.  Change is a major theme of this aspect and we are focused on the future.  It’s not so much of a competitive aspect, but it does make us want to be in control of our own future.  It enhances our intuition and hopefully our sense of empathy for others.  The best possible outcome of this aspect is to use it constructively to help those who are less fortunate. Uranus in Taurus featured predominantly in this week’s Full Moon in Scorpio, inspiring me to tweet on April 27:

We are still under the influence of yesterday’s #FullMoon in Scorpio today with the Scorpio Moon opposing Uranus and Mercury in Taurus. It’s a day to expect the unexpected with this wild card vibe. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) April 27, 2021

The Sun in 13 degrees of Taurus will be squaring Saturn in 13 degrees of Aquarius on May 3.  We all know that squares are challenging aspects, and this one is no exception.  It will present tests of character, frustration at not being able to achieve our goals on our timetable and can leave us feeling depressed, more emotionally sensitive and pessimistic.  We might feel overwhelmed by our responsibilities.  It could be very tempting to take the easy way out, but don’t do it because the lesson of this transit is to channel our patience, determination and strong work ethic.  Think of it as a lesson in creating a new order. If we cut corners and do a slipshod job of handling these issues, there is a strong likelihood that they will come back at a later time and be even more difficult to deal with. Yes, Saturn is the Great Teacher and tests the hell out of us, but it can also reward us when we get it right.  Hold onto that thought for 2021…  

Mercury is leaving the fixed earth sign of Taurus on May 3 and entering its happy place, Gemini for an extended stay due to the upcoming Mercury retrograde on May 29.  I say that Mercury is in its happy place because Mercury rules Gemini and Virgo, so it is eminently comfortable in these signs.  It’s interesting to note that these are both mutable signs.  Gemini is mutable air and Virgo is mutable earth.

When Mercury is in the sign of Gemini until July 11, we will be more communicative, curious and sociable. We are more inclined to seek superficial knowledge about a wide variety of subjects as opposed to focusing on acquiring a deeper perspective on a specific area.  It’s quite literally a time of having a finger in every pot.  We could also find ourselves more easily distracted, however and our ability to follow through on tasks is hampered.  Try to embrace its energy of being open to different experiences and meeting new people.  Mercury will be in Gemini for over two months, so we have plenty of time and opportunities to sample its diversity.

If you are curious about how all of these planetary changes will be affecting you personally, please consider getting an astrological reading. These are very challenging and unique times; an astrological reading could provide some much needed clarity and guidance.  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, Skype 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 new 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.

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 Twitter 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.

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.

Dance of the Phoenix is now on Patreon.  If you have been inspired or informed by my work which is a labor of love, I would greatly appreciate it if you would consider contributing any amount that you can afford to support my endeavors.  No amount is too small.  Thank you all for reading my insights, musings and content. You can find me at:

http://patreon/com/danceofphoenix.

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 reading you want with your birth date info.  Or you can send a payment to my Venmo account at Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7.

Recently, I added a Monthly Horoscopes section to my website. May horoscopes are up now and I now have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscope Junkie.  Check it out at:

https://thehoroscopejunkie.ca/monthly_horoscopes.html

I also have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscopes4u under Dance of the Phoenix.

https://horoscopes4u.com/monthly_horoscopes.html

I recently joined Facebook.  I don’t post as frequently as on Twitter, but I am on Facebook now at https://www.facebook.com/linda.simons.75098

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

 

http://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/blog-page_19.html

 

The coronavirus outbreak is causing me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people are concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions until further notice in order to practice social distancing. I no longer have my Brookline office, so all of my Reiki sessions will be distant Reiki sessions for the foreseeable future. When it becomes clearer that the virus no longer poses a threat, I will find a new space to practice. In the meantime, 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 for payment.  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

 

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

 

https://twitter.com/danceofphoenix

 

I urge everyone to engage in massive amounts of self-care and follow the protective measures of washing your hands frequently, maintaining social distancing, avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth, wearing a face mask when going outside your home and staying home if you are sick. And get a vaccine when you are eligible. I repeat, you do not want to get this virus! I speak from personal experience and consider myself very fortunate to have survived Coronavirus. Stay safe and healthy, everyone! 

 

 

 

The Water Works Commence as Mars Enters Cancer and a Full Super Moon in Scorpio

 

Things are about to get even more emotional than usual.  Mars is departing the mutable air sign of Gemini where things can go two ways very easily on April 23 and moving into Cancer until June 11, 2021.  When Mars is in Cancer, we are motivated by our emotional needs, and security is definitely one of those needs.  Mars is not terribly comfortable in Cancer (in fact it is in fall because Mars is exalted in Capricorn), but it does bring a certain amount of emotional clarity that was lacking during the recent Mars transit in Gemini. It is easier to take things too personally when Mars is in Cancer because we tend to be emotionally protective and feeling vulnerable.  Mars has also been out of bounds since March 21 until May 24, which means that it is moving past 23 degrees 27 minutes in declination outside of the ecliptic.  How does that play out for us?  The bottom line is that a planet out of bounds is more erratic than usual and is like a wild card.  You just don’t know how they will react and with Mars in Cancer, this could play out as extreme moodiness, crabbiness, or passive-aggressive behavior.  Mars in Cancer is a cardinal sign, so there is a very real possibility that we might see some displays of assertion on the public stage because cardinal signs love to initiate action. 

You will feel the effects of this out of bounds Mars most acutely if you have any planets between 10 degrees of Gemini and 20 degrees of Cancer.  I am in the thick of this Mars phenomena, with my natal Moon in 14 degrees of Gemini, my south node in 8 degrees of Cancer and my Midheaven in 19 degrees of Cancer.  I think it is a safe bet to say it’s not a good idea to cross me during this Mars out of bound period.  It’s never a good idea to get on a Scorpio’s bad side, but this is a particularly dangerous time to do so. Remember that Mars is not comfortable expressing anger in the sign of Cancer but with it out of bounds, all bets are off in terms of how that anger will be expressed.  Fair warning…

And, ta-da, we have a Super Full Moon in 7 degrees of Scorpio coming up on April 26. It doesn’t get more emotionally intense than a Scorpio Moon, which is fixed water, and this is a Super Full Moon to boot.  We currently have a pileup of planets in fixed signs, including the Sun, Mercury, Uranus and Venus in Taurus, and Jupiter and Saturn in Aquarius.  The Full Moon in Scorpio adds to the fixed energy, emphasizing the qualities of tenacity, stubbornness and resistance to change that they represent. 

We are deeply entrenched in Taurus season.  The Sun and Mercury entered Taurus on April 19, inspiring me to tweet:

Both Mercury and the Sun enter Taurus today which completely alters our focus and style of communication. We are more practical and grounded. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) April 19, 2021

I am sure no one is surprised when I say that anyone with planets in the fixed signs of Taurus, Leo, Scorpio and Aquarius are going to feel the biggest impact of this Full Moon in Scorpio.  Both Taurus and Scorpio are heavily invested in security, but Taurus interprets security from a physical and material perspective, while Scorpio has an emotional and spiritual perspective on security.  So they are seeking to find some sense of balance during this Full Moon. Uranus in Taurus is also a major player in this Full Moon. On April 22^nd Venus and Uranus were conjunct in 10 degrees of Taurus, which could have played out as new beginnings in relationships for some, while others experienced increased volatility in existing relationships.  And this aspect might have triggered some sudden financial upsets or windfalls for others.  On April 24 Mercury will be conjunct Uranus, which could deliver brilliant ideas or shocking news.

What will be the themes of this Full Moon in Scorpio?  The heavy involvement of Uranus in the Full Moon indicate that freedom and rebellion will be key themes, and the Scorpio Moon may reveal some shocking secrets and scandals.  The pileup of planets in Taurus can involve the economy, banking and seismic earth changes.  Uranus in Taurus is frequently associated with earthquakes.  The Full Moon in Scorpio trines Mars in 2 degrees of Cancer, which could lead to some defensive actions, especially with Mars out of bounds.  We also have connections to some lunar action of Fall 2020.  We had a New Moon in 23 degrees of Scorpio on November 15; think back to what fresh starts you implemented in your life back then and reflect on where they stand now.  The Full Moon in Taurus on October 31 was conjunct Uranus in Taurus, which is eerily similar to the connection Uranus in Taurus has to this Full Moon. No matter how you dice it, the prevailing feeling of this Full Moon is that something has to give from all of the tension with all of these planets in fixed signs forming a T-square.  That’s what T-squares do; they provide a catalyst for releasing all of that tension.

Scorpio’s ruling planet, Pluto stations retrograde in 26 degrees of Capricorn on April 27 through October 6, 2021, when it stations direct in 24 degrees of Capricorn.  This will add to the intensity as issues from September and October 2020 will be revisited.  And we can expect a touch of obsession to be added to the mix for good measure. If you have any relationships in your life that involve triangles, these will need to be addressed as well.  Pluto retrogrades every year at this time, and it is a time when we get the opportunity to purge whatever isn’t working for us so that we can experience real transformation once Pluto is direct.

If you are curious about how all of these planetary changes will be affecting you personally, please consider getting an astrological reading. These are very challenging and unique times; an astrological reading could provide some much needed clarity and guidance.  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, Skype 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 new 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.

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 Twitter 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.

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.

Dance of the Phoenix is now on Patreon.  If you have been inspired or informed by my work which is a labor of love, I would greatly appreciate it if you would consider contributing any amount that you can afford to support my endeavors.  No amount is too small.  Thank you all for reading my insights, musings and content. You can find me at:

http://patreon/com/danceofphoenix.

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 reading you want with your birth date info.  Or you can send a payment to my Venmo account at Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7.

Recently, I added a Monthly Horoscopes section to my website. April horoscopes are up now and I now have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscope Junkie.  Check it out at:

https://thehoroscopejunkie.ca/monthly_horoscopes.html

I also have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscopes4u under Dance of the Phoenix.

https://horoscopes4u.com/monthly_horoscopes.html

I recently joined Facebook.  I don’t post as frequently as on Twitter, but I am on Facebook now at https://www.facebook.com/linda.simons.75098

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

 

http://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/blog-page_19.html

 

The coronavirus outbreak is causing me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people are concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions until further notice in order to practice social distancing. I no longer have my Brookline office, so all of my Reiki sessions will be distant Reiki sessions for the foreseeable future. When it becomes clearer that the virus no longer poses a threat, I will find a new space to practice. In the meantime, 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 for payment.  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

 

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

 

https://twitter.com/danceofphoenix

 

I urge everyone to engage in massive amounts of self-care and follow the protective measures of washing your hands frequently, maintaining social distancing, avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth, wearing a face mask when going outside your home and staying home if you are sick. And get a vaccine when you are eligible. I repeat, you do not want to get this virus! I speak from personal experience and consider myself very fortunate to have survived Coronavirus. Stay safe and healthy, everyone! 

 

 

 

Pluto Deals with Control Issues, Jupiter Favors Action and Taurus Season is Underway

 

We have a very active week ahead of us that starts today, April 16.  The Sun in Aries is exactly squaring Pluto in 26 degrees of Capricorn. The major theme of this aspect is an increased need to be in control which can be accompanied by conflicts with authority figures. Don’t be surprised if a crisis creates such an intense experience that we are tempted to engage in extreme or disruptive behavior.  This can play out as defending our position or making a major change as we are forced to confront the reasons why we need to be in control.  The upside is that transformation and rebirth can occur, but as I have frequently said, rebirth ain’t pretty!

On April 17, Mercury in Aries is exactly squaring Pluto in 26 degrees of Capricorn.  Here we go again with intense interactions and defensiveness.  The best way to deal with this energy is to try to maintain an open mind and don’t argue for the sake of arguing.  It’s possible to wind up with a positive transformation of our ideas and style of communication. 

There is really good astrological news to celebrate on April 17, however.  Jupiter in Aquarius is in the catbird seat for receiving bountiful action because Mars in 26 degrees of Gemini is exactly trining it and Mercury in 26 degrees of Aquarius forms supportive sextiles to both Jupiter and Mars.  Jupiter really is aligning with Mars in a good way.  Mars trining Jupiter increases our desire to compete and win, so it’s a veritable green light to be successful at any project you undertake.  In other words, it’s perfectly okay to take a risk because our beliefs are strong and our intentions are good.  Mercury in Aries sextiling Mars in Gemini speeds up our mental processes so that we are driven to succeed with a strong sense of purpose.  And with Mercury sextiling Jupiter in Aquarius, thinking about and planning for the future are highly favored.  These connections involving Mars, Jupiter and Mercury are brimming with positive thinking and communication just flows naturally.  It’s a very uplifting and rallying vibe, so make the most of it.  I always tell my clients that you have to take the opportunities that Jupiter offers, because if you snooze you lose with Jupiter. 

On April 19, we have two more planets joining Venus in Taurus, the Sun and Mercury.  Venus entered Taurus on April 14, when I tweeted:

Venus enters its happy place in the sign of Taurus today as love becomes more security oriented and we feel free to engage in life’s pleasures. It’s a big energy shift from the impulsiveness of fire to earth which is more grounded. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) April 14, 2021

When the Sun is in Taurus, we are more focused on sensuality and enjoying the pleasures and luxuries in life.  Our determination and security needs are strong.  This might create a little conflict between our need for security and desire for nice possessions. It’s a time to slow down, get grounded and achieve some sense of stability in our lives.  If the weather permits, get outdoors to soak up that earth energy.  Just watch out for the shadow side of Taurus, which is stubbornness.  Don’t forget that Taurus is the fixed earth sign.

Mercury will have a briefer stay in Taurus; it departs on May 3 for an extended stay in Gemini due to the upcoming Mercury retrograde on May 29.  Mercury in Taurus is characterized by the prevalence of common sense.  This is a big difference from Mercury in Aries, which was very impulsive.  Mentally, we are focused on the material world and solidifying our plans to make progress. The shadow side of Mercury in Taurus is rigid thinking.

I think that we will all be feeling the change in the air with this week’s planetary lineup.  There is a sense of hope which Jupiter aligning with Mars inspires.  I don’t think it is an accident that many of these aspects fall in 26 degrees. I have my natal Neptune in 26 degrees of Libra and my natal Pluto in 26 degrees of Leo, so I’m sure that I will be feeling the events of April 16 and 17 intensely.

If you are curious about how all of these planetary changes will be affecting you personally, please consider getting an astrological reading. These are very challenging and unique times; an astrological reading could provide some much needed clarity and guidance.  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, Skype 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 new 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.

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 Twitter 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.

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.

Dance of the Phoenix is now on Patreon.  If you have been inspired or informed by my work which is a labor of love, I would greatly appreciate it if you would consider contributing any amount that you can afford to support my endeavors.  No amount is too small.  Thank you all for reading my insights, musings and content. You can find me at:

http://patreon/com/danceofphoenix.

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 reading you want with your birth date info.  Or you can send a payment to my Venmo account at Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7.

Recently, I added a Monthly Horoscopes section to my website. April horoscopes are up now and I now have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscope Junkie.  Check it out at:

https://thehoroscopejunkie.ca/monthly_horoscopes.html

I also have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscopes4u under Dance of the Phoenix.

https://horoscopes4u.com/monthly_horoscopes.html

I recently joined Facebook.  I don’t post as frequently as on Twitter, but I am on Facebook now at https://www.facebook.com/linda.simons.75098

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

http://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/blog-page_19.html

 

The coronavirus outbreak is causing me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people are concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions until further notice in order to practice social distancing. I no longer have my Brookline office, so all of my Reiki sessions will be distant Reiki sessions for the foreseeable future. When it becomes clearer that the virus no longer poses a threat, I will find a new space to practice. In the meantime, 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 for payment.  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

 

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

 

https://twitter.com/danceofphoenix

 

I urge everyone to engage in massive amounts of self-care and follow the protective measures of washing your hands frequently, maintaining social distancing, avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth, wearing a face mask when going outside your home and staying home if you are sick. And get a vaccine when you are eligible. I repeat, you do not want to get this virus! I speak from personal experience and consider myself very fortunate to have survived Coronavirus. Stay safe and healthy, everyone! 

 

 

 

A Powerful New Moon in Aries and Venus Enters Taurus

We are heavily entrenched in the season of Aries, which became even clearer on April 3 when Mercury entered Aries, joining the Sun, Venus, Ceres and Chiron.  On that day I tweeted:

The major astrological event of the day is Mercury entering Aries tonight. Communication is about to get more impulsive, direct and passionate with more spontaneity. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) April 3, 2021

I don’t know about you, but I noticed the change to Mercury in Aries immediately.  For me it has been manifesting in sudden bouts of anger.  Okay, I admit that when the cleaning person broke my lamp and I contacted her boss with a photo of the broken lamp shade pieces it was justified, but I was uttering some choice words before I breathed and texted her. She has agreed to compensate me financially for it, so it all worked out.

The aspects were fairly mellow this week after Mercury entered Aries, until April 9 when Mars in 21 degrees of Gemini squares Neptune in 21 degrees of Pisces. This aspect is not going to be fun, folks.  It will be rife with confusion, deception and manipulation.  I loved what astrologer Pam Gregory said about Mars square Neptune: “aggression at sea.”  I certainly hope that she is wrong, but it is an apt interpretation. It doesn’t help that the Moon in Pisces is conjunct Neptune. That is kind of a double whammy if ever I saw one.  I have Neptune in the 1^st house conjunct my ascendant, and I love to extoll the spiritual qualities of Neptune, but I think that we might be hard pressed to find them with this aspect, as it tends to dissipate energy.  Just be kind to yourself and keep your expectations for productivity low on this day.  It also seems that there is news about COVID-19 whenever Neptune is aspected.

But the New Moon in 22 degrees of Aries on April 11 will be akin to a gun being fired at the start of a race to set things in motion quickly. Big decisions will be made. I mentioned earlier that a lot of this action is due to the fact that the Sun, Moon, Venus, Mercury, Venus, Ceres and Chiron are in Aries.  Action is a major theme of this New Moon. 

When the Moon is in Aries, we are more courageous and a New Moon that just happens to be conjunct Mercury in Aries supplies the courage to take more risks and say what we are feeling.  The Moon enters Aries on April 10 and on that day it conjuncts Chiron in 5 degrees of Aries, so there is a strong likelihood that we will be getting in touch with some old emotional wounds for the purpose of healing them.  Pluto in Capricorn is a heavy hitter in this New Moon.  Venus in 26 degrees of Aries is squaring Pluto on April 11 and this aspect will generate tension, conflict, control issues and obsessive-compulsive behavior.  I have a natal Venus Pluto square, so I am all too familiar with what it entails.  It could also bring up issues with a third party in and highlight triangles in relationships.  But it does have a way of weeding out toxic habits and perhaps ending relationships that no longer serve us. It is a pretty safe bet to predict that there will be lots of emotional intensity and themes of freedom, independence, safety and security will be rampant.

Pluto in Capricorn is very busy on a decluttering mission for the first half of April. The Sun in Aries will be exactly squaring Pluto on the 13^th and Mercury in Aries will be squaring Pluto in Capricorn in mid-April.  When the Sun is squaring Pluto, we will be dealing with control issues and ego conflicts.  It’s important to remember that we need to let go, let the transformation occur and reclaim our inner power.  Mercury squaring Pluto will bring intense interactions with others and we could find ourselves communicating in a very defensive manner. But we are releasing toxic thoughts that need to go.

All is not lost with this upcoming New Moon, however.  We have some very positive aspects occurring.  The New Moon in 22 degrees of Aries is forming supportive sextiles to Mars in 23 degrees of Gemini and Jupiter in 25 degrees of Aquarius.  These sextiles supply energy, luck and foster expansion of our goals.  And Mars in Gemini and Jupiter in Aquarius are trining each other, which provides energy for our visions of the future and Jupiter expands our courage to pursue those dreams.  These are definitely bright spots on the New Moon and we should focus on those while we are setting new intentions, which is what we should be doing on a New Moon.

On April 14, we have an astrological treat in store for us when Venus leaves Aries and enters one of its happy places, Taurus.  Venus is exalted in Pisces, but it rules Taurus and Libra, so it is right at home in Taurus and eminently comfortable. Just in case you hadn’t noticed, Venus is not the happiest camper in Aries.  When Venus is in Taurus, it is more sensual and seeks security and values that will go the distance.  We will also feel more emotionally grounded.  But we can be torn between spending money on our love of luxury versus saving.  And the shadow side of Venus in Taurus is possessiveness.  Venus will remain in Taurus until May 8, so enjoy the ride. 

If you are curious about how all of these planetary changes will be affecting you personally, please consider getting an astrological reading. These are very challenging and unique times; an astrological reading could provide some much needed clarity and guidance.  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, Skype 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 new 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.

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 Twitter 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.

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.

Dance of the Phoenix is now on Patreon.  If you have been inspired or informed by my work which is a labor of love, I would greatly appreciate it if you would consider contributing any amount that you can afford to support my endeavors.  No amount is too small.  Thank you all for reading my insights, musings and content. You can find me at:

http://patreon/com/danceofphoenix.

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 reading you want with your birth date info.  Or you can send a payment to my Venmo account at Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7.

Recently, I added a Monthly Horoscopes section to my website. April horoscopes are up now and I now have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscope Junkie.  Check it out at:

https://thehoroscopejunkie.ca/monthly_horoscopes.html

I also have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscopes4u under Dance of the Phoenix.

https://horoscopes4u.com/monthly_horoscopes.html

I recently joined Facebook.  I don’t post as frequently as on Twitter, but I am on Facebook now at https://www.facebook.com/linda.simons.75098 

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

 

http://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/blog-page_19.html

 

The coronavirus outbreak is causing me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people are concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions until further notice in order to practice social distancing. I no longer have my Brookline office, so all of my Reiki sessions will be distant Reiki sessions for the foreseeable future. When it becomes clearer that the virus no longer poses a threat, I will find a new space to practice. In the meantime, 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 for payment.  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

 

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

 

https://twitter.com/danceofphoenix

 

I urge everyone to engage in massive amounts of self-care and follow the protective measures of washing your hands frequently, maintaining social distancing, avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth, wearing a face mask when going outside your home and staying home if you are sick. And get a vaccine when you are eligible. I repeat, you do not want to get this virus! I speak from personal experience and consider myself very fortunate to have survived Coronavirus. Stay safe and healthy, everyone! 

 

 

  

Mercury is in a Hurry as it Zips through Aries and the North Node Pushes Us Towards Our Collective Path

 

The planet Mercury is wasting no time this month as it enters the cardinal fire sign of Aries on April 3, 2021 and cruises through at breakneck speed in Aries until April 19, 2021.  Communication is about to change in a very big way, and if you blink you just might miss it.  Many of us got complacent with Mercury in Aquarius from January 8 through March 15 with the first Mercury retrograde of 2021.  Then Mercury entered the mutable water sign of Pisces on March 15.  I don’t know about you, but from my personal experience and from everything I have been hearing from friends and clients, it has been a highly emotional time and the water works have been flowing nonstop since Mercury entered Pisces.  People who rarely cry have been subject to the feels and tears have been released by one and all.

But when Mercury moves into Aries for sixteen days on April 3, all of this is about to change dramatically.  I am sure that emotional release was necessary with Mercury in Pisces, but Mercury in Aries is a whole new ball game. Mercury in Aries likes to express ideas with more passion than usual.  Our minds are restless and impatient as spontaneity is the order of the day.  We are going to be speaking our minds clearly and directly with no subterfuge. Of course the shadow side of Mercury in Aries is that we might be a little less tactful as we are on a course to translate our dreams into action.  We will be filled with courage and innovation. Trust your first thoughts because they are the best and most accurate at this time.  And the best part is that Mercury is joining the Sun and Venus in Aries, so team Aries is in full force until April 14 when Venus is the first to leave Aries for Taurus.

We have also been under the influence of the North Node in Gemini recently. The North Node has been in the sign of Gemini since May 6, 2020 and will remain there until January 18, 2022.  The North Node represents where we are stretching out of our comfort zone to attain our highest purpose.  When the North Node is in Gemini, that purpose is to reveal and disseminate truth and knowledge in a friendly and straightforward manner.  When I was first learning astrology many years ago, I remember my astrology teacher saying that Gemini was the most democratic sign of all the air signs.  We really need that to be true during these challenging times. But it can also be unpredictable and too curious for its own good, so be mindful of that.  Don’t forget that while the North Node is in Gemini, we are dealing with the South Node in Sagittarius and a certain bluntness and lack of tack can accompany it.

I have been musing quite a bit lately on the North Node in Gemini because it has been conjuncting my Moon in Gemini in my 8^th house.  This transit only happens every 19 years, so it has caused me to reflect on what was happening in my life during 2002.  But overall the North Node in Gemini has been very active lately.  During the Full Moon in Libra on March 28, it was also conjunct Mars in Gemini, which could have served as an agitating influence or a call for action.

But during the first week in April the North Node will also be trining Saturn in 11-12 degrees of Aquarius.  Trines are easy flowing aspects and this is a very good thing in terms of making progress for creating new structures in our lives that benefit the collective greater good.  Hopefully this will manifest in more honesty in spreading the word on how to implement positive changes in the world. 

If you are curious about how all of these planetary changes will be affecting you personally, please consider getting an astrological reading. These are very challenging and unique times; an astrological reading could provide some much needed clarity and guidance.  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, Skype 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 new 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.

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 Twitter 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.

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.

Dance of the Phoenix is now on Patreon.  If you have been inspired or informed by my work which is a labor of love, I would greatly appreciate it if you would consider contributing any amount that you can afford to support my endeavors.  No amount is too small.  Thank you all for reading my insights, musings and content. You can find me at:

http://patreon/com/danceofphoenix.

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 reading you want with your birth date info.  Or you can send a payment to my Venmo account at Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7.

Recently, I added a Monthly Horoscopes section to my website. April horoscopes are up now and I now have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscope Junkie.  Check it out at:

https://thehoroscopejunkie.ca/monthly_horoscopes.html

I also have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscopes4u under Dance of the Phoenix.

https://horoscopes4u.com/monthly_horoscopes.html 

I recently joined Facebook.  I don’t post as frequently as on Twitter, but I am on Facebook now at https://www.facebook.com/linda.simons.75098

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

 

http://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/blog-page_19.html

 

The coronavirus outbreak is causing me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people are concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions until further notice in order to practice social distancing. I no longer have my Brookline office, so all of my Reiki sessions will be distant Reiki sessions for the foreseeable future. When it becomes clearer that the virus no longer poses a threat, I will find a new space to practice. In the meantime, 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 for payment.  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

 

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

 

https://twitter.com/danceofphoenix

 

I urge everyone to engage in massive amounts of self-care and follow the protective measures of washing your hands frequently, maintaining social distancing, avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth, wearing a face mask when going outside your home and staying home if you are sick. And get a vaccine when you are eligible. I repeat, you do not want to get this virus! I speak from personal experience and consider myself very fortunate to have survived Coronavirus. Stay safe and healthy, everyone!