Water Works with the Planets and Mars Retrograde in Gemini

 

We are in a very watery astrological landscape these days, in case you haven't noticed and have been living under a rock.  This means that emotions are heightened; we are much more sensitive and impassioned. Venus and the Sun entered the Sun on October 23 and we had a Solar Eclipse in Scorpio on October 25, when I tweeted:

Today is the big #SolarEclipse in Scorpio that has a strong theme of releasing what is no longer serving our best interests in order to create space for a rebirth. The conjunction to Venus in Scorpio pertains to love and finances. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) October 25, 2022

On October 28, retrograde Jupiter joins the water posse when it dips back into Pisces until December 20.  Jupiter hasn't been in Pisces since early May 2022, so I encourage you to think back to what was going on in your life back then. We are all going to be getting a sense of Deja vu and a second chance to clear up unfinished business.  Jupiter is much more comfortable in Pisces than in Aries as it emphasizes expansion of our soul and our compassionate side.  It is very spiritual and idealistic with a slower pace.  Jupiter will station direct in 28 degrees of Pisces on November 23 and will re-enter Aries on December 20.  As for me personally, I am hoping that Jupiter in Pisces trining my natal Jupiter and Uranus in Cancer in my 10th house will bring some welcome growth and expansion to these areas of my life.

Mercury joins the Scorpio party on October 29 and stays in the fixed water sign until November 17. When Mercury is in Scorpio, we are determined to get to the bottom of things because we are more intuitive and probing as we crave more depth in our communication.  Digging deep to shine a light on the darkest parts of ourselves is the order of the day with Mercury in Scorpio.  Our minds can have a tendency to be more suspicious, too as the conversations get sharper.  We will probably be asking harder questions but this can ultimately lead to greater intimacy, which is a pretty sweet payoff.  I have a natal Mercury in Scorpio, so I know this is true from personal experience.

Mars stations retrograde in 25 degrees of Gemini on October 30 and remains retrograde until January 12, 2023 when it stations direct in 8 degrees of Gemini.  So Mars will remain in Gemini until March 25, 2023.  This transit really is the elephant in the room. Whenever Mars is retrograde, we can expect to be angry, frustrated and impatient because Mars is the planet of action and it is not functioning on all jets when it is retrograde.  We feel stuck and might notice a decrease in energy. Mars retrograde in Gemini can bring rumors, misunderstandings and communication meltdowns.  Watch out for hackers too.  Since retrograde transits of any planet involve the "re" theme, try re-thinking what motivates you.  And with Mars retrograde in Gemini, it means we might have to do things twice, so don't count on launching any new endeavors successfully now.  Allow time for a redo.  It's also a good idea to engage in a more passive response to any aggression that you encounter now.  The Mars retrograde starts in my 9th house but it is back in my 8th house by December 10 and will be conjunct my natal Moon. This should be interesting...

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, especially now that we are in eclipse season. 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.  November 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

The Sun and Venus are Cazimi in Libra Before Entering Scorpio, Saturn Stations Direct and a Solar Eclipse in Scorpio

 

Scorpio season is upon us and the eclipses are coming!  Hang on for a bumpy ride but don't forget the paradox of this upcoming set of eclipses: LET GO.  Be open to the massive changes that this eclipse will bring. This is especially true because the first eclipse occurs in the sign of Scorpio and it is a South Node Eclipse, which is all about releasing the past and what no longer serves our best interests.  As a Scorpio, I can tell you first hand that fixed signs (Scorpio, Taurus, Leo and Aquarius) are extremely resistant to change unless they are the ones initiating it.

Before the actual Solar Eclipse happens on October 25, 2022 in 2 degrees of Scorpio, we have a lot of other planetary action taking place.  On October 22, the Sun and Venus are conjunct in 29 degrees of Libra.  It is being called a Cazimi and is a really big deal because these two planets are so close that they are in the heart of the Sun.  It is literally like a kiss.  Venus will not be losing its power in this Cazimi due to the fact that Venus rules Libra.  It will be setting up a new eight-year emotional cycle which has a theme of harmony and partnership.  This is very different from a Cazimi in the sign of Scorpio, which has more of a focus on the self.  I am mentioning this because even though I am a Scorpio, I have a Libra Ascendant and Venus is the ruler of my chart.  And this conjunction just happens to hit my Neptune in Libra.

Save the day of October 23 with all of the planetary action that will be going down.  The day starts off with Saturn stationing direct in 18 degrees of Aquarius.  Saturn has been retrograde since June 4th, so we can expect to see big changes in the structures of our lives.  I am sure that most of us have felt held back and that things are taking longer than they should to happen.  When a planet is stationing, either direct or retrograde, its energy is intensified for about five days before and after the date of the station.  So we can anticipate that the structures in our lives are primed to experience the changes we have been needing.  

On October 23, we are also officially launching the season of Scorpio.  Venus enters Scorpio at 3:52 a.m., where it stays until November 16.  And the Sun enters Scorpio at 6:36 a.m.  Venus is not especially comfortable in Scorpio, like it was in Libra.  Venus in Scorpio is extremely passionate and intense.  It's bound to be emotional, as it is an all or nothing sign.  The Sun in Scorpio represents a time when we focus on getting to the bottom of matters and transforming our lives.  Nothing is superficial now and secrets will be revealed.

The Solar Eclipse in 2 degrees of Scorpio occurs at 6:49 a.m.  This is showtime, folks, and we need to let go and accept the changes that are coming down the pike.  As I mentioned earlier, it is a South Node Eclipse because the South Node of the Moon is in 13 degrees of Scorpio, and this represents our collective past and what needs to be released in terms of toxicity.  Other themes that will arise with a Solar Eclipse in Scorpio are trust, betrayal issues and big money. Don't forget that Scorpio is the sign of other people's money.  Full disclosure and secrets will come to light as a result of this eclipse.  I am a bit apprehensive about this eclipse because the South Node in Scorpio is conjunct my natal Saturn in Scorpio and the eclipse is conjunct my Mercury in Scorpio.

Uranus in 17 degrees of Taurus is also conjunct the North Node in Taurus, so we are probably going to be feeling a push towards a new financial system.  The Moon in Scorpio is inconjunct Jupiter in 0 degrees of Aries, indicating that we will probably need to make some adjustments in our expectations for the future.  The eclipse is also conjunct Venus in 2 degrees of Scorpio, further emphasizing the potential for changes in love and finances.  Mercury in Libra is also inconjunct Neptune in 23 degrees of Pisces on the Solar Eclipse, underscoring the potential for revealing hidden secrets.  And let's not forget the ruler of Scorpio, the planet Pluto, which is now direct.  Pluto is in 26 degrees of Capricorn, and is still within the orb of a square with this eclipse.  This continues the theme of secrets, espionage and big reveals.  

I would also like to bring up that the last time we had a Solar Eclipse in Scorpio was on October 23, 2014.  It was in 0 degrees of Scorpio and many of us could find ourselves revisiting themes or paths that we began back then.  Ukraine had a revolution in 2014 that culminated in the ousting of the pro-Russian President Viktor Yanukovych.  I don't think that is a coincidence that Ukraine is involved in another war with Russia in 2022.  

The Solar Eclipse in Scorpio on October 25 represents a fresh start but that involves releasing part of the past and a big purge.  I cannot emphasize this enough.  We all want change, but letting go of the security of the past can be downright scary.  We need to be strong, though and move forward. Our desires will be strong and I suspect that money and values will factor heavily in this astrological climate.  

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.  October 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

Venus in Libra is on the Move and Neptune in Pisces Takes Some Hits

 

Venus has been in the balance-seeking air sign of Libra since September 29 and it has already been quite busy.  On October 9 we had a Full Moon in Aries that opposed Venus in Libra and on that day I tweeted:

Today’s #FullMoon in Aries is opposing Venus in Libra and conjunct Chiron in Aries which can actually help us release old emotional wounds if we have the courage to face them. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) October 9, 2022

Venus in Libra is trining Saturn in 18 degrees of Aquarius on October 14.  This is actually quite a positive aspect because it lends a steady and sensible approach to relationships.  It affords us the opportunity to share our thoughts and feelings with those we care about. Another perk is that we will probably find it easier to be vulnerable.  I think that is carrying forward the energy of the Full Moon that was conjunct Chiron in Aries and allowed us to feel vulnerable enough to access those wounds.

Venus in Libra makes three more pivotal aspects during the coming week, but before it does, the Sun in Libra is inconjunct Neptune in 23 degrees of Pisces on October 15.  This aspect is not nearly as comfortable; we are bound to feel somewhat overwhelmed and sense that we are unable to meet the demands of life.  Low energy is also possible on this day.  Situations can appear hazy and it could be a wake-up call to take off the rose-colored glasses and make some adjustments to accept reality.  

Neptune in Pisces gets another wake-up call on October 17 from Venus in 23 degrees of Libra.  This one is going to require some very difficult emotional adjustments, as we could be experiencing some confusion in love or finances.  There is strong potential for deception in relationships and financial transactions.  Don't forget that Venus is not just about love, beauty and the arts--it has to do with our money.

We get a brief respite on October 18 when Venus in Libra is forming an exact trine to Mars in 23 degrees of Gemini.  This aspect can accelerate our desire for social contact and enjoyment of life.  It also stimulates our creativity and increases our chances of finding the perfect partner.  So hold that date if you are looking for love...

On October 20, Venus in Libra will be forming an exact square with Pluto in 26 degrees of Capricorn.  This is a tough one, I kid you not.  I have a natal Venus-Pluto square in the signs of Scorpio and Leo, so I have lived with this intensity all of my life.  Power and control issues will surface in relationships, mark my words. Watch out for manipulative behaviors; jealousy, obsession and possessiveness can rear their ugly heads.  Threats and ultimatums are also likely with this aspect, but that doesn't mean that they are the solutions to whatever problems emerge. It's also possible that you could meet someone new that you feel a powerful instant attraction towards, but I wouldn't take it to the bank in terms of the potential for this becoming a healthy, long-lasting relationship.

If you have been feeling like life is a roller coaster, and you don't know what to expect next, the explanation is that we are entering eclipse season.  I will cover the first of the upcoming two eclipses next week, but we are already in the thick of it.  Most of us felt it kick in during the Full Moon in Aries on October 9, but just know that a Solar Eclipse in Scorpio on October 25 and a Lunar Eclipse in Taurus on November 8 are going to rock your world and deliver massive changes.  I loved what Anne Ortelee advised in her Weekly Weather on YouTube: either go with the flow or hang on for dear life. She said that either option works.  Personally, I am experiencing an astrological deja vu of the notorious Uranus-Pluto squares that occurred between June 2012 and March 2015.  I think that I did a little bit of both during those Uranus-Pluto squares to come out to the other side. This was a time of serious transformative upheaval that hadn't happened since the Uranus-Pluto squares of 1932-1934.  Obviously I wasn't around back when Uranus was in Aries and Pluto was in Cancer in the 1930's but I know enough history to realize that the world was dealing with the Great Depression, the invention of the atomic bomb and the rise of Adolph Hitler. And I sense that the upcoming eclipses will deliver more upheaval and transformation.  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.  October 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

The Cardinal Signs Are Calling the Shots as Pluto Stations Direct in Capricorn, A Full Moon in Aries and Mercury Re-Enters Libra

 

We have an intense week coming up, folks.  Mercury went direct on October 2, inspiring me to tweet:

The saving grace aspect of today is Mercury FINALLY stationing direct in Virgo! There is a light at the end of the tunnel with communication and transportation snafus. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) October 2, 2022

Pluto will be turning around in 26 degrees of Capricorn on October 8.  Pluto has been retrograde since April 29, 2022, when it stationed retrograde in 28 degrees of Capricorn.  Pluto turning direct has a strong theme of transformation.  If you have any planets around 26 degrees of the cardinal signs of Aries, Cancer, Libra and Capricorn, mark my words that you are going to be encountering major issues pertaining to control and transformation. There could very well be  some major power plays enacted on the world stage.  It's literally going to be a breakdown to a breakthrough!  Once again, I am in the thick of things.  I have my natal Neptune in 26 degrees of Libra in my 1st house, so I am not escaping this by any means.  I also have my natal retrograde Uranus in 27 degrees of Cancer in my 10th house taking a hit.  Is it any wonder that I am an astrologer, psychic and healer with this placement?

Just remember that whenever a planet stations it is in a very powerful position and its effect will be intensified.  So the power planet is stationing direct and we need to be careful...

On October 9, we have a Full Moon in 16 degrees of Aries that will definitely ratch up the emotional intensity level with the effects of the Pluto station still present.  Full Moons tend to be a time of closure, completion and big reveals.  Pluto in Capricorn could be revealing some secrets on this Full Moon. Think back to the New Moon in 11 degrees of Aries on April 1, 2022.  Is anything coming to a cycle of completion for you?  This Full Moon in Aries is also conjunct Chiron in 14 degrees of Aries, indicating that themes of illness, health, healing and old wounds could surface.  Uranus in 18 degrees of Taurus is also conjunct the North Node in 15 degrees in Taurus, which could see us dealing with financial turbulence for the next couple of months.  We are headed into eclipse season, with a Solar Eclipse in 2 degrees of Scorpio on October 25 and a Lunar Eclipse on November 8 in 16 degrees of Taurus.  The signs of Taurus and Scorpio are money signs and with the South Node in Scorpio, we are being called to release anything that is toxic.  Watch out for some action with investments, loans and mortgages.

Aries is the first sign of the zodiac and it is renowned for being a warrior, as well as being very assertive and resilient.  Keep this in mind as to where it hits your chart.  It can be a time of releasing old fears and embracing our courage to move ahead because Aries is also a cardinal sign and loves to initiate.   The Sun and Venus in Libra are opposing the Full Moon in Aries, which can have the potential for achieving a peace treaty.  I know, it must be my Neptune in Libra speaking, hoping for the best possible outcome.  The Full Moon in Aries is also forming a supportive sextile to Saturn in 18 degrees of Aquarius, which has been very close to an exact square with Uranus in Taurus again (the prevailing aspect of 2021), underscoring the theme of preserving the old versus embracing the new.  So perhaps some constructive action will take place.

What else is happening on this Full Moon?  Mars in Gemini is energizing the mind and all of the information that is circulating, but it is squaring Mercury in 27 degrees of Virgo, so there is a lot of analyzing of this information.  But Mercury in Virgo is also opposing Neptune in 23 degrees of Pisces, which cans serve to energize the fog. Never fear, though because Mercury in Virgo is trining Pluto in Capricorn, which will provide the urge to dig deep and research the truth.  We will want to get to the bottom of things.  Don't be surprised if you hear more news about inflation on the Full Moon because Mercury in Virgo is still in opposition to Jupiter in 1 degree of Aries.  That also means the Sun and Venus in Libra are opposing Jupiter in Aries, so that contributes to the theme of excess.  Try to be as objective as possible, which probably is easier said than done.

On October 10, Mercury re-enters Libra until October 29.  The recent Mercury retrograde started on September 9 in 8 degrees of Libra, so we could be going over some old ground. It's true that Mercury rules Virgo (in addition to Gemini) and is comfortable there, although it can be very analytical and critical.  When Mercury is in Libra, we are inclined to be more diplomatic, friendly and willing to compromise. Negotiations tend to run smoothly and we are more rational in our approach to relationships.  The shadow side of  Mercury in Libra is a tendency to vacillate in our decision-making process as are able to see both sides of a given situation.

On October 12, Mars in Gemini is exactly squaring Neptune in 23 degrees of Pisces.  This is going to be one of those low energy days that can be accompanied by suspicion, lies, paranoia and scandal.  Gossip is also likely.  The best way to deal with this energy is to mind your own business and try not to tackle any new projects or lash out because the truth isn't clear and our energy levels are low.

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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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

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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.

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In 2020, I added a Monthly Horoscopes section to my website.  October horoscopes are up now and I now have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscope Junkie.  Check it out at:

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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