The Outer Planets of Saturn, Uranus and Neptune Are Calling the Shots as October Winds Down

 

The month of October is coming to a close after a very turbulent month.  Emotions are running high these days because we have the Sun and Mercury in Scorpio, Mars in Cancer in addition to Saturn and Neptune in Pisces. It's an abundance of planets in water signs. If you have been experiencing a big case of the feels and wanting to cry, blame the preponderance of planets in water that are forcing us to get in touch with our feelings.

On October 28, we have two major aspects in involving the outer planets of Neptune and Saturn in Pisces which will affect relationships.  Mars in Cancer will be trining Neptune in 27 degrees of Pisces at 8:31 a.m.  This can be an extremely romantic vibe because Mars will stimulate our sensuality, compassion and creativity.  Mars in Cancer will give us the spiritual courage we need to defend ourselves and our loved ones too.  If nothing else, it is a perfect time to become involved in humanitarian issues and causes.

Venus in Sagittarius is squaring Saturn in 13 degrees of Pisces at 9:35 a.m. on October 28 as well.  This aspect can add some stress to our love life through delays, distance or shyness.  It can also trigger feelings of loneliness or depression in addition to financial restrictions or limitations.  We just might find ourselves saddled with extra responsibilities in relationships that require us to work hard at maintaining them.  

Mercury in Scorpio will be opposing Uranus in 25 degrees of Taurus on October 30 at 6:15 p.m. This will manifest in a very hectic pace and scattered energy.  We will be easily distracted and find it difficult to concentrate or be patient and self-disciplined.  Unexpected occurrences can rock our world but also deliver fresh insights that we didn't see coming.  There is also the potential for electronic breakdowns with this very erratic vibe.  

Mercury in Scorpio is better behaved on October 31 when it trines Neptune in 27 degrees of Pisces at 8:33 p.m.  This is very creative, spiritual and sensitive energy.  Fantasy can rule, which is kind of fitting for Halloween.  Our psychic abilities will be enhanced and our intuition will be stronger than usual.  Pay attention to your instincts on this day because they will be on the mark.  This is a very positive aspect to end the month of October.  

The month of November will start with a New Moon in Scorpio, Mercury entering Sagittarius and Mars in Cancer opposing Pluto in Capricorn, and Mars entering Leo all during the first three days, but more on that in next week's post.

I would also like to announce that while I am still posting on X (formerly known as Twitter), I am also sharing my posts on Blue Sky Social as danceofphoenix@danceofphoenix.bsky.social. There is an astrological community starting there called AstroSphere.

If you are curious as to how all of this planetary action is affecting you, please consider getting an astrological consultation with me. 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. I also have a one-question tarot reading for only $15. 

Please consider purchasing a tarot reading for $15. This is perfect if you want some insight into yourself right now regarding a specific situation and how you can transform the challenges into opportunities. Check it out on: https://t.co/CvAZB7Fyvr pic.twitter.com/EKYmrZCn6l

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) November 20, 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 consultation 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 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 X, 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, 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 X for my daily astrological insights while I am still there. Like many people, I am becoming disillusioned with it.

https://x.com/danceofphoenix

I urge everyone to engage in massive amounts of self-care and follow the protective measures of washing your hands frequently, avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth, wearing a face mask when necessary and staying home if you are sick. And get a vaccine. The newest vaccine is available and I encourage you to get it to protect yourself. I repeat, you do not want to get this virus! I speak from personal experience and consider myself very fortunate to have survived Coronavirus twice. 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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

 

Uranus, Neptune and Pluto Take Some Hits Before the Sun Enters Scorpio

Well, we are all hopefully still standing after the powerhouse Super Full Moon in Aries on October 17.

On October 19, the Sun in Libra will be forming an inconjunct aspect to Uranus in 27 degrees of Taurus.  Inconjuncts are rather irritating aspects because the two planets involved are definitely not on the same page and there is always some type of adjustment required.  The Sun inconjunct Uranus brings a strong yearning for excitement and freedom, but we can feel the pressure to make changes.  The rub is that fear, uncertainty, and insecurity can hamper our decision making process. Don't resist the concept of change (that is futile) but try to focus on a single goal instead of making a multitude of massive changes all at once.  It's okay to start with small changes...

The Sun in Libra will also be inconjunct Neptune in 27 degrees of Pisces on October 20.  Creativity could suffer on this day in addition to confusion, insecurities and fantasies prevailing in relationships.  Our intuition is not aligned with our ego on this day.  And we will have a tendency to fall for illusions in order to avoid confrontation, which Libra for the most part does not like and tries to avoid. So be very careful on this day...

There is a big day happening astrologically on October 22.  The Sun in Libra's swan song is a square to Pluto in 29 degrees of Capricorn at 10:15 a.m.  This is the classic power struggle aspect that has a strong theme of control issues emerging.  Intense experiences will occur that trigger deep psychological fears of death or losing control.  Watch out for manipulation, compulsive behavior, obsessions and jealousy to rear their ugly heads.  The most constructive way to deal with this aspect is to sacrifice your need for control so that transformation (Pluto's theme) can occur. I have this aspect natally in my chart, so I am too familiar with it. This energy is amplified because it is occurring in the 29th or anaretic degree.

The Sun will take a deep dive into the fixed water sign of Scorpio at 6:15 p.m. on October 22.  When the Sun is in Scorpio, we have a strong desire to get to the bottom of things.  And we have the determination, passion, courage and perseverance to obtain the truth.  Intensity is the name of the game, but the shadow side of Scorpio is jealousy, resentment and vindictiveness.  Scorpio is a sign of extremes with an all-or-nothing vibe.  This is completely different energy from the previous Sun sign of Libra, which is geared towards compromise and people pleasing. Vive la difference!

On October 24, Mars in Cancer will be forming a supportive sextile to Uranus in 26 degrees of Taurus.  It's really nice to see Uranus getting a break after getting clobbered by the Sun a few days earlier.  Mars sextiling Uranus increases our desire for fun and excitement.  It can also attract people who are different and more stimulating.  Sextiles bring opportunities into our lives that we need to take advantage of or we will lose out.  Mars sextiling Cancer can bring someone new into our sphere, but it can signify the chance to break away from relationships that limit your freedom or self-expression.

If you are curious as to how all of this planetary action is affecting you, please consider getting an astrological consultation with me. 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. I also have a one-question tarot reading for only $15. 

Please consider purchasing a tarot reading for $15. This is perfect if you want some insight into yourself right now regarding a specific situation and how you can transform the challenges into opportunities. Check it out on: https://t.co/CvAZB7Fyvr pic.twitter.com/EKYmrZCn6l

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) November 20, 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 consultation 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 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, 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.  I still can't wrap my head around calling it X.

 

https://twitter.com/danceofphoenix

If you don't follow me on Twitter and want to catch my daily astrological insights, please check out my Linktree profile at: 

 

https://link.tr.ee/danceofphoenix

I urge everyone to engage in massive amounts of self-care and follow the protective measures of washing your hands frequently, avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth, wearing a face mask when necessary and staying home if you are sick. And get a vaccine. The newest vaccine is available and I encourage you to get it to protect yourself. I repeat, you do not want to get this virus! I speak from personal experience and consider myself very fortunate to have survived Coronavirus twice. 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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

 

Pluto Goes Direct in Capricorn, Mercury in Scorpio, Sun Square Mars, A Super-Charged Full Moon in Aries and Venus in Sagittarius

 

We have an extraordinarily active week ahead of us astrologically.  It starts on October 11 when Pluto moves into direct motion in 29 degrees of Capricorn.  Pluto has been retrograde since May 2, when it stationed retrograde in 2 degrees of Aquarius.  Pluto is entering its last phase of its journey through Capricorn as it prepares for its entrance into Aquarius on November 19 until 2043.  Now that Pluto is moving ahead in the anaretic or critical degree of Capricorn, we can feel freer to reshape the structures in our lives.  It is important for us to remember not to fear the important changes in our lives.  Changes are coming whether we like it or not. But the shadow side of Pluto at the end of Capricorn is that we might be dealing with last ditch attempts at power grabs to hold on to some old and outworn structures. Politically, this could get quite ugly in the coming weeks, especially with the elections in the United States.

Mercury is entering the fixed water sign of Scorpio on October 13 until November 2.  Mercury in Scorpio is an excellent placement for engaging in research because it is so probing and intense.  There is a strong desire to uncover hidden truths and our conversations will be deep.  There is also the potential for seething, anger and spite to emerge over past grievances.  Scorpio is a sign renowned for its ability to hold a grudge and never forget a past wrong.  I have my natal Mercury in Scorpio in addition to my Sun, Saturn and Venus, so I am very familiar with this vibe.

The Sun in Libra will be exactly squaring Mars in 21 degrees of Cancer on October 14. The heads up on this aspect is that we can expect a certain amount of irritability, impatience, recklessness and impulsiveness. Don't be surprised if challenging events and people force you to defend your goals or desires.  Watch out for a build-up of anger, resentment and possible sexual frustration.  Despite the fact that this aspect falls in cardinal signs, which love to initiate action, the best way to cope with this energy is to be defensive, not offensive.  Of course, this aspect is a big lead-up to the Full Moon in Aries on October 17 because Mars rules the sign of Aries.

There is a Super Full Moon in 24 degrees of Aries on October 17.  It is extremely close to the earth and also figures into a Cardinal Grand Cross involving the Sun in Libra, the Moon and Chiron in Aries, Mars in Cancer and Pluto in Capricorn.  We will all experience emotional intensity and power issues galore.  But anyone with planets or points (and this means Ascendant, Midheaven or Nodes of the Moon) in 24-29 degrees of the cardinal signs of Aries, Cancer, Libra and Capricorn will feel the brunt of this Full Moon.

How is this going to play out?  For starters, the Full Moon in Aries will be conjunct Chiron in 21 degrees of Aries.  This is bound to be emotionally wounding.  And the Moon in 24 degrees of Aries is squaring Mars in 22 degrees of Cancer, so the levels of anger can be palpable.  The Full Moon in Aries is also squaring Pluto in 29 degrees of Capricorn, which can set the stage for compulsive and destructive behavior.  Emotional power struggles are highly likely.  But the Moon squaring Pluto can ultimately lead to transformation of emotional behavior in relationships if we remain open to it.  The saving grace aspect of this Full Moon in Aries is the supportive sextile that it forms to Jupiter (newly retrograde since October 9) in 21 degrees of Gemini. This can bring us more optimism, generosity and idealism.  We'll take it...

Venus leaves Scorpio at 3:28 p.m. on October 17 and enters Sagittarius, where it resides until November 11.  Sagittarius is a mutable fire sign and Venus will be more direct, light-hearted and adventurous than it was in Scorpio. We might feel like taking a chance on romance while Venus is in Sagittarius.

If you are curious as to how all of this planetary action is affecting you, please consider getting an astrological consultation with me. 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. I also have a one-question tarot reading for only $15. 

Please consider purchasing a tarot reading for $15. This is perfect if you want some insight into yourself right now regarding a specific situation and how you can transform the challenges into opportunities. Check it out on: https://t.co/CvAZB7Fyvr pic.twitter.com/EKYmrZCn6l

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) November 20, 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 consultation 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 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, 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.  I still can't wrap my head around calling it X.

 

https://twitter.com/danceofphoenix

If you don't follow me on Twitter and want to catch my daily astrological insights, please check out my Linktree profile at: 

 

https://link.tr.ee/danceofphoenix

I urge everyone to engage in massive amounts of self-care and follow the protective measures of washing your hands frequently, avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth, wearing a face mask when necessary and staying home if you are sick. And get a vaccine. The newest vaccine is available and I encourage you to get it to protect yourself. I repeat, you do not want to get this virus! I speak from personal experience and consider myself very fortunate to have survived Coronavirus twice. 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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

 

Mars in Cancer Sees Some Action and Jupiter Goes Retrograde

Well, we all have hopefully survived eclipse season. Technically, we enter the shadow of the Solar Eclipse in Libra of October 2 on October 5 so that it is safer to act on implementing change.  On October 2, I posted:

Today is the big #SolarEclipse in Libra that will profoundly affect relationships. It is a South Node eclipse which has a theme of release and beginning a new phase after the ending of an old one. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) October 2, 2024

The Solar Eclipse in 10 degrees of Libra was widely squaring Mars in 15 degrees of Cancer.  But we are by no means done with the hits to Mars in Cancer.  On October 6, Mercury in Libra will be squaring Mars in 17 degrees of Cancer.  This day has strong themes of frustration, short-temperedness and aggression.  It can also be accompanied by rushed thinking and disagreements.  I would strongly encourage everyone NOT to make any major decisions on this day if you can help it.

The Sun in Libra will also be inconjunct Saturn in 14 degrees of Pisces on October 6. When the Sun is inconjunct Saturn, we are dealing with a major imbalance between what we want to do and what must be done.  It represents a conflict between freedom and responsibility.  Our sense of freedom is hampered and we have to remain flexible so that we can be prepared to  make adjustments.  Adjustments is always the key word when an inconjunct is present.

But Venus in Scorpio is trining Mars in 18 degrees of Cancer on October 8.  This is a very nice aspect that increases our desire for social contact and love.  It also stimulates our creativity.  After the last few weeks, we'll take it...

We have another delightful aspect occurring on October 8.  Mercury in Libra is trining Jupiter in 21 degrees of Gemini.  Optimism and good news are hallmarks of this happy occurrence.  It's a perfect time to make plans because it is a very future-oriented vibe. It facilitates meeting new people too that can become friends and is also very auspicious for travel.

On October 9 Jupiter stations retrograde in 21 degrees of Gemini until February 4, 2025, when it moves forward in 11 degrees of Gemini.  Jupiter retrograde happens every year and is not nearly as traumatic as Mercury retrograde, so there is no need to fear it.  It is a time of introspection and spiritual growth on an inner rather than an external level as we reexamine our deep beliefs and ethics.  It also represents an opportunity to face out past mistakes so that we can right our wrongs.  We will probably develop an awareness that our truths can be very different from the truths of those around us.  Since Jupiter also represents luck, we just might find that we need to make our own luck because when Jupiter is retrograde it is definitely an inside job.  Our growth and expansion are on a more spiritual level.  The shadow side of Jupiter retrograde is that we can be prone to greediness and self-indulgence.

If you have planets between 21 and 11 degrees of the mutable signs of Pisces, Gemini, Virgo and Sagittarius, you will have a deeper and more profound experience with this Jupiter retrograde.  I have my natal Moon in 14 degrees of Gemini in my 8th house and while I did experience the conjunction in August, I know that I really didn't take full advantage of that opportunity, so I am looking forward to having it occur again in mid to late December 2024.  The important thing to remember with Jupiter transits is that you must utilize them and take advantage of whatever opportunities present themselves to you.  It's not like Uranus, Pluto or Saturn transits that tend to hit you pretty hard and are impossible to ignore.  It's literally a case of if you snooze, you lose with Jupiter transits.  The best part for me is I will get yet another opportunity for Jupiter to conjunct my Moon in March 2025 when Jupiter in Gemini is direct.  And that is food for thought...

The bottom line is that this coming week will open a small window of opportunity to act and implement new ideas before we have Pluto turning direct in Capricorn on October 11 for its final journey before entering Aquarius on November 19, the Sun in Libra squaring Mars in Cancer on October 14 and a Full Moon in Aries on October 17. And how could we forget that the Sun will enter Scorpio on November 22 ramping up the intensity level even more.

If you are curious as to how all of this planetary action is affecting you, please consider getting an astrological consultation with me. 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. I also have a one-question tarot reading for only $15. 

Please consider purchasing a tarot reading for $15. This is perfect if you want some insight into yourself right now regarding a specific situation and how you can transform the challenges into opportunities. Check it out on: https://t.co/CvAZB7Fyvr pic.twitter.com/EKYmrZCn6l

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) November 20, 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 consultation 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 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, 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.  I still can't wrap my head around calling it X.

 

https://twitter.com/danceofphoenix

If you don't follow me on Twitter and want to catch my daily astrological insights, please check out my Linktree profile at: 

 

https://link.tr.ee/danceofphoenix

I urge everyone to engage in massive amounts of self-care and follow the protective measures of washing your hands frequently, avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth, wearing a face mask when necessary and staying home if you are sick. And get a vaccine. The newest vaccine is available and I encourage you to get it to protect yourself. I repeat, you do not want to get this virus! I speak from personal experience and consider myself very fortunate to have survived Coronavirus twice. 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