An Invigorating New Moon in Virgo that Takes its Lead from Mars in Gemini

The major event of this week is the New Moon in 4 degrees of Virgo on August 27.  Traditionally, New Moons are all about setting new intentions and one in Virgo ramps ups our ability to be more precise in analyzing what we want.  It also helps us to rid ourselves of negative habits and be of service to others because that is Virgo's trademark. 

The New Moon in Virgo is also getting quite a boost from Mars in Gemini.  Mars entered Gemini on August 20 for an extended stay and on that day, I tweeted:

The major astrological event of today is Mars entering Gemini until March 2023. Prepare to be motivated and impassioned by brilliant ideas and confronted with multiple options. We might be having some do-overs. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) August 20, 2022

Both the Sun and Moon in Virgo are in an exact square to Mars in 4 degrees of Gemini on August 27, so this New Moon should have a rather competitive edge which can trigger some frustration, anger and irritability.  Conflict is highly likely. We might need to guard against acting too impulsively, which is always easier said than done.  But Mars in Gemini is also trining Mercury in Libra on the New Moon, so I anticipate high levels of mental activity and lots of information coming forth.  It should be quite energizing.

Venus in 19 degrees of Leo is also squaring Uranus in 18 degrees of Taurus on the New Moon.  Uranus just stationed retrograde on August 24 until January 22, 2023.  This is bound to create some tension in relationships and finances as we are inclined to seek freedom from restrictions. And we can't forget Saturn in 20 degrees of Aquarius, which is putting its own stamp on the theme of  limitations and restrictions as the square between Uranus in Taurus and Saturn in Aquarius moves closer to being exact again in early October.  The Saturn-Uranus square predominated the year 2021, just like the Saturn-Pluto conjunction in Capricorn ruled 2020.

Venus in Leo is exactly opposing Saturn in 20 degrees of Aquarius on August 28.  It will be difficult to feel any warmth towards others on this day, as we are more likely to feel underappreciated.  Mark my words, it will be a major reality check in love and finances.

On August 30, the Sun in Virgo will be forming an inconjunct or quincunx to Jupiter in 7 degrees of Aries.  We might be feeling overconfident or foolishly optimistic under the auspices of this aspect.  Just be mindful of the fact that the inconjunct always required some kind of adjustment so that the two planets can coexist and don't go off half-cocked or you will undoubtedly live to regret it.  We need to remember that there a lot of planets retrograde now: Pluto, Neptune, Saturn, Jupiter, Uranus, Chiron and Mars, so essentially, we are in a period of reassessing.  And I hate to be a spoilsport, but Mercury  already entered its retrograde shadow period on August 20.  Mercury officially stations retrograde on September 9 the day before the Full Moon in Pisces, but its effects are being felt already.  I know that I have been experiencing it this week with missed messages, technical glitches and general communication snafus.

But the retrograde party starts breaking up in October when two of the heaviest hitters, Pluto and Saturn, station direct respectively on October 8 and October 22.  And the upcoming Mercury retrograde will end on October 2.  So the month of October should feel a lot freer and less restrictive in terms of being able to move forward.  Stay tuned...

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 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.  August 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! 

Astrology is a powerful tool that helps you navigate challenging times and alerts you to opportunity periods. Get a reading with me and experience the healing process. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) June 10, 2022

 

Planets on the Move as Mars Enters Gemini, the Sun Moves into Virgo, Uranus Stations Retrograde, and Mercury Enters Libra

 

The planets are really switching gears this week.  The first half of August was pretty wild, but even though changes are still coming, we will be in a different frame of mind with this week's action.  First of all, Mars moves into Gemini on August 20.  This is a major event because Mars will be in Gemini until March 25, 2023 due to the upcoming Mars retrograde that starts on October 30, 2022 and lasts until January 12, 2023. Mars retrograde occurs approximately every two years and the last one occurred in September through November 13, 2020 in Aries.

What happens when Mars is in Gemini?  For starters, our brains are ignited with passion and drive as we seek to take action on brilliant ideas. Don't forget that Gemini is ruled by the planet Mercury.  We will have a strong urge to communicate but there is a tendency to be abrupt-spoiler alert.  Mars in Gemini can be quite competitive and we will undoubtedly be using our wit to take action and win.  Our words can be edgy, sharp and we will have lots of options and choices to make.  The thing to remember with Mars in Gemini is that we can become easily confused over all of these options and our energy can become quite scattered.  We just find ourselves doing things over and trying the alternate option as Gemini is a sign of duality.  It is mutable air, after all.  There will probably be many opportunities to learn and use the rules of give and take.  In short, we need to be flexible in our actions.  If one method doesn't work, be open to trying alternatives.  

The Sun leaves its happy place in Leo for Virgo on August 22.  It denotes a time when we prepare to say goodbye to summer.  We tend to be more focused on getting organized, practical concerns and the details.  We tend to be more sensible and grounded.   Our communication should improve and we can also work on improving our health and ditching our bad habits.  The shadow side of the Sun in Virgo is that we can be more critical of others and ourselves.

Uranus stations retrograde in 18 degrees of Taurus on August 24 and is retrograde until January 22, 2023.  It is in 14 degrees of Taurus when it stations direct on that day. Uranus retrograde is a time of inner changes in response to the external changes that have been foisted upon us. Hopefully it will be a little quieter than the past few months. When Uranus stations retrograde on the 24th, Venus in 15 degrees of Leo is squaring it.  This could create some upheaval in relationships and finances.  Saturn in 21 degrees of Aquarius is also squaring it.  In 2021 we were dealing with the Saturn-Uranus squares and the last one was exact in December 2021.  These two planets are edging towards another exact square in early October 2022.  The theme of Saturn square Uranus is restrictive changes and unexpected restrictions.  In short, it can manifest as changes that you don't want.  The trick to surviving and thriving with Uranus retrograde is to turn the challenges into opportunities to rid yourself of negativity and the restrictions by carefully planning and implementing new strategies.

On August 25, Mercury departs one of its favorite signs Virgo for Libra.  Mercury will be in Libra for longer than usual because we have another Mercury retrograde coming up on September 9, when it stations retrograde in 8 degrees of Libra.  It slips back into Virgo on September 23 and stations direct in 24 degrees of Virgo on October 2.  But it re-enters Libra on October 10 and stays in Libra until October 29.

What can we expect when Mercury is in Libra?  We should be communicating in a more diplomatic, friendly and cooperative fashion.  We are also more rational and tend to have more creative suggestions and ideas.  Mercury in Libra also has a quest for justice and fairness.  Remember that symbol for Libra the scale of justice?  But the shadow side of Mercury in Libra is a tendency to waffle and be indecisive.  So don't be surprised if you find it more difficult to make decisions while Mercury is in Libra.  It should be a very fluid time given that Mars is in Gemini, another air sign that can have trouble making up its mind.

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 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.  August 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! 

Astrology is a powerful tool that helps you navigate challenging times and alerts you to opportunity periods. Get a reading with me and experience the healing process. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) June 10, 2022

 

Reality Bites as the Sun Faces off with Saturn but Empowerment and Enlightenment are Possible with Mercury Trining Pluto and Uranus

 

The month of August continues at a breakneck pace.  We have already experienced the Mars/Uranus/North Node conjunction on August 1 and on August 11 we had a Super Full Moon in Aquarius that squared Uranus in Taurus.  On that day I tweeted:

Today is the Super #FullMoon in Aquarius that squares Uranus in Taurus. This is a real wild card aspect that promises massive change and upheavals. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) August 11, 2022

The Full Moon in Aquarius also squared Mars in Taurus and conjuncted Saturn in Aquarius, so I am not kidding when I said it was no lightweight.  It exactly squared my Sun in Scorpio, so it was no walk in the park for me.  I am sure that anyone with planets in the fixed signs of Aquarius, Taurus, Leo and Scorpio felt the wallop from this Full Moon.

On August 14, we have two more powerful aspects affecting us.  The Sun in Leo will be opposing Saturn in 21 degrees of Aquarius and Mars in Taurus will be trining Pluto in 26 degrees of Capricorn.  When the Sun opposes Saturn, we will get a major reality check.  Frustrations abound, as do restrictions and hardships.  Our energy levels could be low and feeling depressed is quite common when the Sun and Saturn are in such a hard aspect.  Our self-esteem could be somewhat shaken too.  Saturn in a harsh aspect to the Sun has a way of increasing our insecurities as we face delays in achieving goals.  Just remember that it is normal to feel overwhelmed and pressured with this aspect in play.  Try to be patient with yourself and others.  The most constructive use of this energy is to set some boundaries in our relationships.  Saturn is all about structures and rules, so it loves boundaries.  Just lean into that vibe and we should survive this latest hit.

Mars in Taurus is trining Pluto in 26 degrees of Capricorn on the same day.  This will be a much more pleasant aspect to deal with and hopefully it will mitigate some of the harsher features of the Sun/Saturn opposition occurring on the 14th.  Mars trining Pluto bestows strength, courage and tenacity to help us work toward implementing change.  And we all know that change is the name of the game these days; it is simply unavoidable.  The problem has been that it is not happening on our personal timetable and it's damned uncomfortable while we are in the process.  But Mars trining Pluto has a way of increasing our passion and making us feel empowered to initiate the transformation we are all craving.  So bring it on...

On August 16, we have another treat in store for us.  Mercury in Virgo is trining Uranus in 18 degrees of Taurus.  This one can really deliver on the enlightenment as our minds will be open to new possibilities and exciting news could emerge. It increases the likelihood of positive breaking news, which we all could use more of these days.  Mental breakthroughs are possible and we will probably be feeling more psychic.  This aspect is also favorable for technological advances too.  The Internet should literally be abuzz on this day in a good way. Don't hesitate to venture out of your comfort zone on this day.

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 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.  August 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! 

Astrology is a powerful tool that helps you navigate challenging times and alerts you to opportunity periods. Get a reading with me and experience the healing process. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) June 10, 2022

 

 

 

A Super Full Moon in Aquarius and Venus Enters Leo

We are all still feeling the effects of the Uranus/Mars/North Node conjunctions in Taurus that took place on July 31 and August 1.  The bottom line is that this volatile and unpredictable energy will continue through August 14.  Anyone with planets in the fixed signs of Taurus, Leo, Scorpio and Aquarius is feeling this vibe the most intensely.  Fixed signs are resistant to change unless they are initiating it and let's face it, these days we are not in control of the changes that are happening.  The only thing we can control is our attitude towards these events. On August 11, we have two more planetary events occurring in fixed signs: another Super Full Moon, when the Moon is closer to the Earth making it appear larger than normal, in 19 degrees of Aquarius, and Venus enters the fixed fire sign of Leo.

But we have a couple of other important astrological aspects occurring on August 7 that help to set the stage for the events of August 11.  The first is Venus in Cancer forming an exact trine with Neptune in 25 degrees of Pisces.  This is actually quite positive and will be quite favorable for compassion, creativity and inspiring forgiveness.  We need all of the positive aspects we can get during these challenging times, so make the most of it.  But going back to that fixed planet energy, we also have Mars in Taurus squaring Saturn in 22 degrees of Aquarius.  I have a natal Mars/Saturn involving Mars in Aquarius and Saturn in Scorpio, so I am not exactly the biggest fan of this aspect.  My experience of it has been more of frustration over wanting to take action but being held back.  It can also feel somewhat isolating and/or depressing at times.  But I honestly believe that this is one time when Mars squaring Saturn can be a good thing.  How so?  Well, it can actually be used constructively to set some boundaries.  We all know that we need to move forward and make some changes, but Mars in Taurus is not exactly impulsive and spontaneous; that description pertains more to Mars in its own sign of Aries.  Mars in Taurus is a planner and plods along slowly to make changes that have a solid foundation.  But Saturn in Aquarius is able to come up with ingenious ways of solving problems and let's face it, Saturn is all about creating structures and boundaries.  Saturn is also retrograde, so it's a perfect time to go within and come up with ideas about the boundaries we need to create to empower the changes we need to make.  We all need to remember that while change is unavoidable, with all of this emphasis on fixed signs, it has to happen more slowly because we are building new foundations for our future.  So let's see if we can harness the energy of this aspect constructively.

The Full Moon in 19 degrees of Aquarius will be triggering the recent Uranus/Mars/North Node conjunction in Taurus.  This Full Moon can bring us some breakthroughs from the recent Mars/Uranus strife, but since Uranus rules the sign of Aquarius, I wouldn't be surprised if there are some incidents involving power outages, hacking, and Internet slowdowns because the Moon is squaring Uranus in 18 degrees of Taurus.  The Full Moon is also squaring Mars in 25 degrees of Taurus, which can bring more conflicts.  It is also conjunct Saturn in 22 degrees of Aquarius, which could involve some feelings of depression, but it can also be positive for building networks and creating a sense of community, which are all Aquarian themes.

On the Full Moon, we have six planets in signs: the Sun and Venus in Leo, Moon and Saturn in Aquarius and Mars and Uranus in Taurus.  With all of this fixed energy, there is a strong likelihood of control issues coming up. Let us not forget that the Nodes of the Moon are in Taurus (North Node) and Scorpio (South Node) are also in fixed signs.  But the perk of all this fixed energy is that we will have more determination, focus and tenacity.  Mars in 25 degrees of  Taurus is also trining Pluto in 26 degrees of Capricorn, which can give us laser focus to empower us.  Full Moons also have a theme of completion, so it might be helpful for us to review what we began on the New Moon in 12 degrees of  Aquarius on February 1.  Has it reached a stage of culmination or is it time to end whatever we began because it has outlived its usefulness or served its purpose?

As I have stated previously, the fixed signs will be bearing the brunt of this Full Moon.  It is squaring my Sun and Venus in Scorpio and conjunct my Mars in Aquarius, so I know exactly what kind of wild card energy I am dealing with. Just a heads up to anyone with planets in 18-25 degrees of Taurus, Leo. Scorpio and Aquarius...  And I would definitely factor in an Ascendant, Node of the Moon and Midheaven in the fixed signs to this mix.

Venus enters Leo about seven hours before the Full Moon and is in the fixed fire sign until September 5.  When Venus is in Leo, romance becomes more dramatic with big gestures and lots of pride and passion.  We are craving admiration and attention.  We could be extremely generous with our loved ones and experience an urge to splurge because we are into luxury now, so watch those credit cards.  But we are also more creative, warm-hearted and tend to wear our hearts on our sleeves.  It can be a very enjoyable transit, so have some fun with it.

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?

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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

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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! 

Astrology is a powerful tool that helps you navigate challenging times and alerts you to opportunity periods. Get a reading with me and experience the healing process. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) June 10, 2022