Pluto Retrogrades in Capricorn, Mercury Enters Its Home Sign of Gemini and Eclipse Season Kicks off with a Solar Eclipse in Taurus

 

This is one of the biggest weeks astrologically speaking of the year 2022.  On April 30, we have our first eclipse of the year: a Solar Eclipse in 10 degrees of Taurus.  But on April 29, Pluto stations retrograde in 28 degrees of Capricorn until October 8 and Mercury enters Gemini for an extended stay due to the upcoming Mercury retrograde on May 10.

Pluto retrogrades every year for about five months and it's not as traumatic or dramatic as Mercury, Mars or Venus retrograde.  But it does force us to confront issues of power and control on an internal level.  And the thing about Pluto retrograde is that its effects can be felt strongly for about five days before and after the station, so pay attention to what comes up for you between April 24 and May 4.  Pluto retrograde has a theme of spiritual transformation and indicates a time when you feel the need to step into your power. It's an inside job; nothing is going to change on the outside until you change your approach to power and control.  It's also no secret that anyone with planets in 27-29 degrees of the cardinal signs of Aries, Cancer, Libra and Capricorn will be feeling the effects of this Pluto station the most intensely.  Once again, I am in the line of fire with my Jupiter-Uranus conjunction in Cancer.

Mercury is moving into Gemini on April 29, the day before the Solar Eclipse.  Mercury is a happy camper in Gemini, since it rules Gemini and Virgo.  When Mercury is in Gemini, we are more communicative, curious and sociable. We are more inclined to pursue a more superficial level of knowledge on a variety of subjects rather than focus intently on one subject.  There is a lot of nervous energy present and we can be easily distracted.  Mercury will be spending quite a bit of time in Gemini due to the upcoming Mercury retrograde that I mentioned earlier.  Mercury stations retrograde in 4 degrees of Gemini on May 10, shifts back into Taurus on May 22, stations direct in 26 degrees of Taurus on June 3 and re-enters Gemini on June 13, where it stays until July 5.  So Mercury is having a long run in one of its home signs.

The Solar Eclipse in 10 degrees of Taurus happens on April 30.  Solar Eclipses can be felt up to three months before they occur and up to one year afterwards.  Eclipses deliver big changes; there is no doubt about it.  This is a north node Solar Eclipse (the north node is currently in Taurus), which is very future-oriented and has a lot to do with our collective destiny.  An eclipse in Taurus will undoubtedly have major impacts on money and our values.  This Solar Eclipse is also widely conjunct Uranus in 14 degrees of Taurus, raising the ante for surprises, breakthroughs, liberation and the potential for explosive events.  This includes the possibility of financial upsets.  It can bring fresh perspectives, clarity and reveal some secrets.

What else is happening planetarily on this eclipse?  Venus and Jupiter are conjunct in 27 degrees of Pisces.  This is definitely a big love aspect that brings out our compassion and love of the arts.  So it's a boon for creativity as well.  If you are looking for love, this is the perfect day to set some new intentions for love because a Solar Eclipse is a New Moon on steroids and we all know how beneficial it can be to plant the seeds for a new way of life on a New Moon.

Venus in Pisces is also trining the South Node in 22 degrees of Scorpio on the Solar Eclipse, further emphasizing the themes of love, money, values and passions.  This aspect can manifest in some type of loss or rebirth too.  We can't forget that Saturn in Aquarius has been squaring the North Node in Taurus and South Node in Scorpio, which has been challenging our structures and the choices we are making for the future.

You might want to reflect on the last time we had a Solar Eclipse in Taurus and a Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio.  Yes, folks, eclipses come in pairs, which means that we have a Lunar Eclipse coming up in 25 degrees of Scorpio on May 16.  This eclipse pairing last occurred in April and May of 2013.  Back then we had a Lunar Eclipse in 5 degrees of Scorpio on April 25 and a Solar Eclipse in 19 degrees of Taurus on May 10.  I like to believe that Solar Eclipses are a little easier to take because they symbolize fresh starts and new beginnings, while Lunar Eclipses tend to bring some closure or completion of a cycle.  Back in 2013 the world was dealing with the tumultuous squares between Uranus in Aries and Pluto in Capricorn.  On a personal level, I was profoundly affected by these eclipses because I was in the throes of deciding to leave a job in the real world and pursue my passion of astrology.  I had a feeling that a period of my life was coming to a close and it was scary, sad and invigorating all at the same time.  Now I am sensing that my life is about to undergo another massive change, perhaps an ending of the cycle that I embarked on nine years ago.  Time will tell, but I can tell you that the Solar Eclipse in Taurus is opposing my Saturn in Scorpio and squaring my Mars in Aquarius.  And the Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio on May 16 will be conjunct my Sun and Venus in Scorpio while squaring my Pluto in Leo.  Of course the Lunar Eclipse also trines my Jupiter and Uranus in Cancer, so there is hope...

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. As an astrologer and a healer, I am delighted to be able to include a Health and Wellbeing Report that provides a focus on health related matters in the natal chart and offers nutritional advice and stress management tips.  Who couldn’t use that these days?

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 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.  As a direct result of the Sun-Neptune conjunction in Pisces on March 13, I introduced a new one-question tarot reading. These can be done by phone or video.

Check out my new offering of a one-question telephone reading on: https://t.co/CvAZB7Fyvr. This is my reaction to the Sun-Neptune conjunction in Pisces. #tarot pic.twitter.com/KaYuFYKM7K

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) March 13, 2022

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.  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 also happy to announce that I recently joined Snipfeed.  It is a new platform for my astrological readings and it also allows you to make donations for my content in the form of tips.  Please check it out at: 

Check out my new Snipfeed page at: https://t.co/kOdrPKXPRL. This is an additional site to purchase my astrology readings and make donations if you are inspired by my content. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) March 2, 2022

Dance of the Phoenix is also 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 or Zelle using my phone number 617-304-2205.

In 2020, 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 have also 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 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 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. 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

 

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 necessary and staying home if you are sick. And get a vaccine.  If you are eligible for a booster shot, get it. 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 in Taurus on the Move and in a Hurry

Mercury is zipping through the sign of Taurus at about two degrees per day and making a lot of aspects.  On April 18, it was conjunct Uranus in 13 degrees of Taurus.  On that day I tweeted:

Inspired thinking and enlightenment are possible today with Mercury and Uranus conjunct in Taurus. We might be receiving innovative solutions to old problems so keep an open mind. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) April 18, 2022

On April 23, Mercury will be conjunct the North Node in 23 degrees of Taurus and simultaneously opposing the South Node in Scorpio.  Since the North Node is all about the future and our collective path, we should be experiencing a pull to lean towards our calling in life and move forward.  Fortunately for us, Mercury in Taurus is very commitment oriented, focused and organized. There could also be some paperwork coming.  But its opposition to the South Node in Scorpio indicates that we need to release something for the future to happen.

On April 24, Mercury in Taurus is squaring Saturn in 23 degrees of Aquarius.  This aspect can bring some hard mental work but communication can be hampered by negative thinking and miscommunication.  There could also be a feeling of distance in close relationships but this is probably because we are operating under the tendency to see the worst in situations.  It's really important to remember that this is a temporary influence.

We also have another big Mercury aspect on April 24.  Mercury in Taurus will be forming a supportive sextile to Neptune in 24 degrees of Pisces.  This will stimulate our creativity. compassion and spirituality.  It can make our dreams move vivid too.  And it can be an ideal day to just relax and engage in some harmless escapism.

On April 27, Mercury in Taurus will be sextiling Jupiter in 27 degrees of Pisces.  This aspect is very future-oriented and brimming with positive thinking.  It is characterized by diplomacy and communicating our goals.  It's also an ideal time to plan a vacation. Food for thought...

And on April 28, Mercury in Taurus will be trining Pluto in 28 degrees of Capricorn.  This is the last aspect that Mercury in Taurus makes (it zips into Gemini on April 29, more on that next week).  Mercury is departing Taurus on a high and powerful note.  Our mental powers will be strong and we will find it easy to persuade others and get our needs met if we ask.  

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. As an astrologer and a healer, I am delighted to be able to include a Health and Wellbeing Report that provides a focus on health related matters in the natal chart and offers nutritional advice and stress management tips.  Who couldn’t use that these days?

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 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.  As a direct result of the Sun-Neptune conjunction in Pisces on March 13, I introduced a new one-question tarot reading. These can be done by phone or video.

Check out my new offering of a one-question telephone reading on: https://t.co/CvAZB7Fyvr. This is my reaction to the Sun-Neptune conjunction in Pisces. #tarot pic.twitter.com/KaYuFYKM7K

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) March 13, 2022

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.  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 also happy to announce that I recently joined Snipfeed.  It is a new platform for my astrological readings and it also allows you to make donations for my content in the form of tips.  Please check it out at: 

Check out my new Snipfeed page at: https://t.co/kOdrPKXPRL. This is an additional site to purchase my astrology readings and make donations if you are inspired by my content. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) March 2, 2022

Dance of the Phoenix is also 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 or Zelle using my phone number 617-304-2205.

In 2020, 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 have also 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 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 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. 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

 

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 necessary and staying home if you are sick. And get a vaccine.  If you are eligible for a booster shot, get it. 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 Power-Packed Full Moon in Libra and the Sun Enters Taurus

 

I realize that most of us are still awash in the emotional pull of the Jupiter-Neptune conjunction in Pisces of April 12, but we have even more intensity in store for us on April 16 with the Full Moon in 26 degrees of Libra.  I think it is a pretty fair statement that emotions and tears were flowing on that conjunction, when I tweeted:

Today is the big Jupiter-Neptune conjunction in Pisces that brings a new cycle of idealism and optimism. Focus on making your dreams a reality. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) April 12, 2022

The Full Moon in 26 degrees of Libra is also inconjunct Jupiter and Neptune in 24 degrees of Pisces, so there is an added emphasis on making adjustments to achieve some emotional balance.  Libra is a sign with themes of seeking balance and is all about relationships.  Full Moons inherently have themes of closure and completion, so some relationships just might end.  I think it's also prudent to warn anyone with planets in the late degrees of the cardinal signs of Aries, Cancer, Libra and Capricorn that this will be an exceptionally intense Full Moon.

The Full Moon will also be trining Saturn in 23 degrees of Aquarius, which could actually cut us a break.  It will provide us with some stability by helping us tap into our maturity and wisdom to navigate these difficult times and make us more grounded.  But this does mean that the fixed signs of Taurus, Leo, Scorpio and Aquarius are not exactly getting a free ride with this Full Moon because we are headed into eclipse season: the first one is a Solar Eclipse on April 30 in 10 degrees of Taurus and the second one is a Lunar Eclipse on May 16 in 25 degrees of Scorpio.

One of the reasons I am describing this as a power-packed Full Moon is the involvement of Pluto in 28 degrees of Capricorn.  There is a T-square on April 16 involving the Sun in Aries, Moon in Libra and Pluto in Capricorn.  Pluto is all about power, transformation and emotional intensity.  Power struggles could emerge and secrets could come to light about abuses of power.  I don't think that it is a coincidence that the war in Ukraine started during the week of the Pluto Return of the United States. It has also been pointed out by other astrologers that in 2022 every Full Moon until July will be engaged with Pluto.  On April 18, the Sun in Aries will be exactly squaring Pluto in 28 degrees of Capricorn, which will see us digging deep for transformation.

One of the saving graces of the Full Moon is the conjunction between Mercury in 11 degrees of Taurus with Uranus in 13 degrees of Taurus.  Sudden insights, ideas and breakthroughs could surface.  Mercury and Uranus will be exactly conjunct in 13 degrees of Taurus on April 18, so these themes prevail for a few days.

As usual, I am right in the thick of the action of this Full Moon.  It is conjunct my Juno and Neptune in Libra in my 1st house and it squares my Chiron in Capricorn in my 4th house, as well as my Midheaven, Jupiter and Uranus in Cancer.  Yep, I have a cardinal T-square that is being set off.  And as a Scorpio, I also have the Mercury-Uranus conjunction in Taurus opposing my Pallas and Saturn in Scorpio in my 1st house and squaring my Mars in Aquarius in my 4th house.

We do get a little astrological relief on April 19 when the Sun moves into the Venus-ruled sign of Taurus.  It is time to slow down, get grounded and enjoy the finer things in life as the pleasure principle prevails.  This is a huge change from the impulsive cardinal fire energy of Aries.  We will be focused on material growth and playing it safe. By all means, get outside and enjoy the earth as the weather will undoubtedly be improving.  But we will have the tenacity to pursue our goals because Taurus is fixed earth.  Just watch out for the shadow side of  Taurus, which can involve being overly stubborn and possessive.  It should be a calmer and more peaceful transit.

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. As an astrologer and a healer, I am delighted to be able to include a Health and Wellbeing Report that provides a focus on health related matters in the natal chart and offers nutritional advice and stress management tips.  Who couldn’t use that these days?

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 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.  As a direct result of the Sun-Neptune conjunction in Pisces on March 13, I introduced a new one-question tarot reading. These can be done by phone or video.

Check out my new offering of a one-question telephone reading on: https://t.co/CvAZB7Fyvr. This is my reaction to the Sun-Neptune conjunction in Pisces. #tarot pic.twitter.com/KaYuFYKM7K

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) March 13, 2022

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.  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 also happy to announce that I recently joined Snipfeed.  It is a new platform for my astrological readings and it also allows you to make donations for my content in the form of tips.  Please check it out at: 

Check out my new Snipfeed page at: https://t.co/kOdrPKXPRL. This is an additional site to purchase my astrology readings and make donations if you are inspired by my content. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) March 2, 2022

Dance of the Phoenix is also 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 or Zelle using my phone number 617-304-2205.

In 2020, 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 have also 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 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 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. 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

 

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 necessary and staying home if you are sick. And get a vaccine.  If you are eligible for a booster shot, get it. 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 Enters Taurus, the Big Jupiter-Neptune Conjunction in Pisces and Mars Sails into Pisces

 

We have a really big week coming up astrologically.  It starts with Mercury entering the fixed earth sign of Taurus on April 10 until April 29.  Thinking and communication are about to get more solid, practical and grounded.  This is a massive of change from the impulsive, off-the-cuff vibe of Mercury in Aries.  It is a time of stability and common sense is calling the shots.  We are focused on achieving tangible results as we keep our eyes on the prize.  Of course, the shadow side of this transit is that we can tend to be stubborn and inflexible with an intense need for order and routine.  And we have a Mercury retrograde coming up in May and Mercury will move from Gemini back to Taurus from May 22 through June 13.  So, if we don't learn how to use this common-sense energy in April, we get another chance in May and June.  Stay tuned...

But the major event of the week is the Jupiter-Neptune conjunction in 24 degrees of Pisces on April 12.  This is a big deal and the defining aspect of the month, if not the year.  Jupiter was considered the traditional ruler of Pisces until Neptune was discovered and we all know that Neptune is the ruler of Pisces.  We have Jupiter-Neptune conjunctions every 12 years, but we haven't had one in the sign of Pisces since 1856.  In 1856 we had a surge in popularity of the Spiritualist Movement, which began in 1848 on the  heels of the discovery of  Neptune in 1846.

Jupiter is associated with luck, expansion and growth while Neptune's domain is dreams, illusions and spirituality.  When these two planets are conjunct it is a time to embrace our spiritual and creative sides as well as tapping into our intuition.  It indicates a new cycle beginning and a creative renaissance.  Pisces is a mutable water sign and with conjunction occurring in this sign, adaptability is a key theme.  We should be able to find new ways to accomplish tasks and focus on idealistic visions. Venus entered Pisces on April 5, when I tweeted:

Venus enters Pisces today which it is exalted in. Love becomes more spiritual and compassionate. It’s a nice feel good vibe which should smooth the way for anyone with natal planets in water signs. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) April 5, 2022

So we are literally swimming in Pisces energy these days.  But Neptune, like every other planet, has a shadow side and Neptune's shadow side is a doozy.  Confusion and deception are likely in addition to boundaries getting blurred.  We can either be inspired or deluded.  And many of us can be craving escapism under the influence of this aspect. The Jupiter-Neptune conjunction can deliver a rainbow or a mirage to our lives depending on how we react.  It can be a sweet relief from the recent harshness of the Mars-Saturn conjunction in Aquarius when I tweeted:

We have a challenging day ahead today as Mars and Saturn conjoin in Aquarius. It has a foot on the gas/brake vibe with its harsh reality check. Persist but try to be patient as delays are inevitable. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) April 4, 2022

It's important to know where this conjunction is falling in your natal chart.  For me, it is in my 6th house of health, daily routine and health.  It conjuncts my Part of Fortune in Pisces and trines my Cancer Midheaven, Jupiter and Uranus in Cancer and my Sun, Venus and Ceres in Scorpio.  This might be the right time for you to get an astrological reading to see how it is impacting your life. I am also curious to see if this aspect will have any influence on the pandemic because Neptune is also associated with viruses.  Already we are hearing confusing stories about just how long the immunity period lasts from a second COVID booster shot.  

On April 14 Mars sails into Pisces until May 24.  When Mars is in Pisces we tend to be more motivated by spiritual goals and are more averse to confrontation. It's a great time for creative pursuits and working towards charitable goals.  Our physical energy can be lower than usual, so we should plan on using this time to relax and meditate.  Yoga and tai chi are gentler forms of exercise that are beneficial for the body now. It's also a great time to get a Reiki session or other form of alternative healing. The shadow side of Mars in Pisces is a tendency to put others' needs above your own or to get hoodwinked by scammers.

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. As an astrologer and a healer, I am delighted to be able to include a Health and Wellbeing Report that provides a focus on health related matters in the natal chart and offers nutritional advice and stress management tips.  Who couldn’t use that these days?

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 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.  As a direct result of the Sun-Neptune conjunction in Pisces on March 13, I introduced a new one-question tarot reading. These can be done by phone or video.

Check out my new offering of a one-question telephone reading on: https://t.co/CvAZB7Fyvr. This is my reaction to the Sun-Neptune conjunction in Pisces. #tarot pic.twitter.com/KaYuFYKM7K

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) March 13, 2022

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.  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 also happy to announce that I recently joined Snipfeed.  It is a new platform for my astrological readings and it also allows you to make donations for my content in the form of tips.  Please check it out at: 

Check out my new Snipfeed page at: https://t.co/kOdrPKXPRL. This is an additional site to purchase my astrology readings and make donations if you are inspired by my content. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) March 2, 2022

Dance of the Phoenix is also 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 or Zelle using my phone number 617-304-2205.

In 2020, 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 have also 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 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 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. 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

 

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 necessary and staying home if you are sick. And get a vaccine.  If you are eligible for a booster shot, get it. 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 High Energy New Moon in Aries and Venus Sails into Pisces

 

We have a high energy, octane-filled New Moon in 11 degrees of Aries on April 1, 2022.  New Moons are always associated with planting seeds and initiating new ventures, but this one has a special oomph to it.  For starters, it is in the cardinal fire sign of Aries, which is the first sign of the zodiac and a real go-getter.  The sign of Aries is brimming with courage,  initiative and impulsiveness.  A quest for freedom is a major theme of this New Moon. Mercury is also in Aries and this makes it an ideal time to launch a new project.  Many of us felt like the year 2022 began when the Sun entered Aries on March 20, but on April 1 we have the opportunity to literally blast off.

The New Moon is also conjunct Chiron in 12 degrees of Aries.  This could actually be a good thing as it could bring new healing treatments for the pandemic.  We are already hearing about the FDA authorizing a second booster shot for people over 50.  Just be mindful of the fact that there is also a tendency for Chiron to make us feel somewhat left out of the mainstream and with it so closely aspecting the Sun and Moon, we could be feeling it more acutely.  Just utilize that Aries energy to initiate contact with others and seek out alternative forms of  healing.

Mars in 19 degrees of Aquarius and Uranus in 12 degrees of Taurus are also heavy hitters in this New Moon. They are forming a wide square aspect, which can produce more earthquakes, volatile weather or increase the demand for new social structures.

Mars and Saturn will be conjunct in 22 degrees of Aquarius on April 4.  Venus was conjunct Saturn in Aquarius on March 28, which inspired me to tweet:

We are getting a major reality check today in love and finances with Venus and Saturn conjunct in Aquarius. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) March 28, 2022

What can we expect when Mars is conjunct Saturn in Aquarius?  We could be dealing with issues pertaining to forced control of freedom, as we might feel it difficult to make progress.  Mars and Saturn were conjunct in Capricorn on March 20, 2020, which brought about the lockdowns at the start of the pandemic. But the thing to understand with Mars-Saturn aspects (I have a natal square involving Mars in Aquarius squaring Saturn in Scorpio) is that they can make you very resourceful in terms of setting goals.  And this conjunction is in a fixed sign so it can increase our determination.  Saturn is also associated with fear and blockages, which we have a chance to release at this time.  Mars and Saturn will be squaring the North Node in 22 degrees of Taurus and the South Node in 22 degrees of Scorpio on April 5, so we are bound to be feeling intense pressure and stress to move forward and release the past.  Just remember to move towards the energy of the North Node in Taurus to preserve the earth and peace and not get sucked into the lower vibrations of Scorpio, which is quite literally hell-bent on revenge.  I can say this because I am all too familiar with the energy of Scorpio.  If you must use the Scorpio energy, tap into the loyalty piece.

On April 5 we have a real treat in store for us.  Venus enters the mutable water sign of Pisces, where it is exalted.  Venus stays in Pisces until May 2, so make the most of it.  Venus in Pisces is characterized by unconditional love, compassion, tenderness and heightened degrees of spirituality.  It is a very dreamy and romantic placement for Venus.  It can be a time when we fall in love at first sight, but it is not the best time to make a commitment because boundaries can get blurred.  Venus in Pisces also has a shadow side that can make us prone to victimization and subject to evasiveness in relationships.  But it is definitely a refreshing change from Venus in Aquarius, which has a more intellectual and detached quality.  When Venus is in Pisces, we tend to fall for people who trigger our compassion.  Just don't get tripped up on rescuing or saving that person...

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. As an astrologer and a healer, I am delighted to be able to include a Health and Wellbeing Report that provides a focus on health related matters in the natal chart and offers nutritional advice and stress management tips.  Who couldn’t use that these days?

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 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.  As a direct result of the Sun-Neptune conjunction in Pisces on March 13, I introduced a new one-question tarot reading. These can be done by phone or video.

Check out my new offering of a one-question telephone reading on: https://t.co/CvAZB7Fyvr. This is my reaction to the Sun-Neptune conjunction in Pisces. #tarot pic.twitter.com/KaYuFYKM7K

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) March 13, 2022

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.  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 also happy to announce that I recently joined Snipfeed.  It is a new platform for my astrological readings and it also allows you to make donations for my content in the form of tips.  Please check it out at: 

Check out my new Snipfeed page at: https://t.co/kOdrPKXPRL. This is an additional site to purchase my astrology readings and make donations if you are inspired by my content. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) March 2, 2022

Dance of the Phoenix is also 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 or Zelle using my phone number 617-304-2205.

In 2020, 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 have also 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 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 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. 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

 

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 necessary and staying home if you are sick. And get a vaccine.  If you are eligible for a booster shot, get it. 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!