Mars Squares Off with Uranus, Moves into Pisces and a Lunar Eclipse in Virgo

 

Here we go again.  Mars in Aquarius is squaring Uranus in 27 degrees of Taurus on February 27.  I promise that this is the last of the planets in Aquarius squaring Uranus in Taurus, which has been quite an intense experience for anyone who has planets in the late degrees of the fixed signs of Aquarius, Taurus, Leo and Scorpio in 2026.

Mars squaring Uranus is characterized by impatience, frustration, irrational anger and rebellion against restrictive influences. It can be accident prone energy and the potential for violence can't be ruled out.  I have my natal Pluto in 26 degrees of Leo, so Mars is opposing my Pluto and Uranus is squaring it. Good times aren't exactly in the cards.  But Uranus in Taurus is forming a supportive sextile to my natal Uranus in Cancer so I am holding out hope for some positive change.  This is a very volatile vibe, so I am cautioning everyone to be careful on this day.

The month of February began with a Full Moon in Leo on February 1, but it will end on a more harmonious note on February 28 when Mercury (retrograde) and Venus are conjunct in 21 degrees of Pisces.  Communications should be calmer as it will be easier to share love and affection.  This aspect encourages cooperation and diplomacy.  It also fosters creativity and holds the promise of positive financial news.  

Mars moves into Pisces on March 2 and stays there until April 9.  When Mars is in Pisces our motivation shifts to pursuing more spiritual or emotional goals.  Compassion is a driving force and we are less inclined towards confrontation.  This is mutable water energy, so we can be very chameleon like and adaptable.  But there is the shadow side of confusion and passive-aggressive behavior.  There is a certain nebulous quality that can cause confusion, especially with Mercury retrograde in Pisces.

There is a total blood moon Lunar Eclipse in 12 degrees of Virgo on March 3.  This one has major themes of letting go, surrendering, not trying to be perfect and trusting in the process.  It's a tall order to fill.  Logic versus intuition and this eclipse is opposing its ruling planet Mercury in 20 degrees of Pisces, which is also retrograde.  We are going to need to release some old mental patterns but the retrograde status of Mercury indicates that we will undoubtedly experience some confusion.  Trust me, this is a complicated Full Moon Lunar Eclipse and while we can't expect to have everything figured out, there are some guideposts.

Let's break it down.  The Moon in Virgo is conjunct the South Node in 8 degrees of Virgo, further emphasizing the karmic release theme.  We need to let go of being too controlling, perfect, overly critical and to be of service to others to the point that it harms us. That Virgo Moon is also opposing the asteroid Pallas Athena in 12 degrees of Pisces.  So we have the potential for some aggressive behavior which has a way of emerging on Full Moons, there is also the likelihood of acquiring some wisdom.  Pallas Athena is the asteroid known as the warrior goddess, but strategic intelligence. But this Virgo Moon is also forming a supportive sextile to Jupiter in 15 degrees of Cancer, which encourages self-compassion and is a boost for doing what nurtures our soul. Keep that in mind.

This Lunar Eclipse is squaring my natal Moon in Gemini in my 8th house and forming an exact sextile to my Saturn in Scorpio in my 1st house, so I have no doubt that this will be highly charged and emotional eclipse that requires some restructuring in my life.

I am no longer posting on X (formerly known as Twitter), but I am posting daily on Blue Sky Social as danceofphoenix@danceofphoenix.bsky.social. There is an astrological community starting there called AstroSphere. The link is: 

https://bsky.app/profile/danceofphoenix.bsky.social.

If you are curious as to how all of this planetary action is affecting you, please consider getting an astrological consultation with me. I offer consultations on Zoom too. 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. 

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 Blue Sky Social 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. March 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 Blue Sky Social, but I am on Facebook now at https://www.facebook.com/linda.simons.75098

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

 

 

 

 

Mars Enters Pisces, Eclipse Season Kicks off with a Lunar Eclipse in Libra and Venus Makes Some Moves

 

We have an action packed, highly emotional week coming up.  On March 22, Mars leaves the fixed air sign of Aquarius to swim into the mutable water sign of Pisces until April 30.  Mars in Pisces is motivated by spiritual and emotional drives.  It's a very different vibe from Mars in Aquarius, which is motivated by humanitarian goals and principles.  Mars in Pisces is a time to be a spiritual warrior when compassion rules.  It is still Mars, so there is a dynamic component and it can also inspire bouts of creativity.  Mars is joining Saturn, Neptune and Venus in Pisces.  Venus has been quite busy lately and it shows no sign of stopping.

On March 24, Venus in Pisces is forming a supportive sextile to Jupiter in 15 degrees of Taurus.  This is a real feel-good vibe which holds the promise of good luck, generosity and is quite favorable for love relationships.  After all, Venus and Jupiter are known as benefics, so when the two of them meet up, a good time can be had by all.  We could be receiving gifts or money.  It's also a time to up your self-care game.  The only potential drawback with this aspect is a tendency towards excess, as in too much of a good thing.  

The first eclipse of 2024 is here on March 25 with a penumbral or partial Lunar Eclipse in 5 degrees of Libra.  Lunar Eclipses are like Full Moons on steroids and their effects can be felt about six weeks before and after they occur.  This is a South Node eclipse because the South Node of the Moon is in 15 degrees of Libra and it represents an ending or culmination period. It forces us to ask what we need to leave behind.  Something might have started with the Solar Eclipse in 20 degrees of Libra on October 14, 2023 that is being resolved or released now.

A Lunar Eclipse in Libra has a strong theme of relationship patterns.  We could be ready to release some people-pleasing, codependent and enabling habits that are no longer serving us or those we love.  If you have any planets or points (like an Ascendant, IC, Midheaven or Nodes of the Moon) within 3 degrees of the Lunar Eclipse in 5 degrees in Libra or in the remaining cardinal signs of Aries, Cancer or Capricorn, you will definitely be feeling the effects of this eclipse.  This eclipse is squaring my North Node in Capricorn and my South Node in Cancer, so I sense that I am quite literally at a crossroad between my past and present. This eclipse is also trining Pluto in 1 degree of Aquarius, so there is no escaping a deep dive into relationship dynamics for the purpose of transformation.

Another theme with this eclipse is that of adjustments.  The Moon in Libra will be forming an irritating inconjunct to Saturn in Pisces. Nobody likes inconjuncts, especially when Saturn is involved.  Saturn is associated with restrictions, a certain amount of reserve and withholding, as well as requiring some hard work.  But it can also reward us for a lesson well-learned if we are willing to make the effort.

Venus in Pisces has another game in motion for us on March 28 when it forms a supportive sextile to Uranus in 20 degrees of Taurus.  We could be in the mood for fun and excitement in our social life and in our love relationships.  Freedom and independence become more important to us.  It is an ideal time to make new friends and possibly meet a new lover if we are unattached.  Just don't expect much stability in any relationship that starts under a Venus-Uranus aspect.  But don't be afraid to embrace something different and unusual. Venus sextiling Uranus can also bring unexpected opportunities for money too.  Venus is also associated with money and we could have some delightful surprises in store for us.

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. March 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, 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.

 

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

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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, 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

Mercury Enters Taurus, the Big Jupiter-Neptune Conjunction in Pisces and Mars Sails into Pisces

 

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

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

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

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

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) April 5, 2022

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

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

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) April 4, 2022

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

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

If you are curious about how all of these planetary changes will be affecting you personally, please consider getting an astrological reading. These are very challenging and unique times; an astrological reading could provide some much-needed clarity and guidance. As an astrologer and a healer, I am delighted to be able to include a Health and Wellbeing Report that provides a focus on health related matters in the natal chart and offers nutritional advice and stress management tips.  Who couldn’t use that these days?

Check out my menu of services at:

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

I am also offering private astrology lessons by telephone or video, such as FaceTime, Skype or Zoom.  Please feel free to contact me at lindasim54@gmail.com if you are interested in learning more about astrology.

I have been doing more work with tarot readings, which I love, so I decided to create a combination reading which offers the option of a 30-minute astrology consultation with a one-question tarot reading for only $50. There is something for everyone and my menu of services can accommodate any budget.  As a direct result of the Sun-Neptune conjunction in Pisces on March 13, I introduced a new one-question tarot reading. These can be done by phone or video.

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

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) March 13, 2022

My site also offers the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Twitter at:

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

 

A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice. If you prefer to send a donation through Venmo or pay for a reading through Venmo, my handle is Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7.  Or you can send a contribution using Zelle and my phone number 617-304-2205.

 

Additionally, I am available for tarot readings by telephone.  I use the Celestial Tarot Deck, which I love because it contains so many astrological symbols.  A tarot reading is another great option for obtaining insight and clarity. I offer a 24-card tarot card reading for $50 which incorporates the twelve houses of the horoscope.

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

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

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) March 2, 2022

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

http://patreon/com/danceofphoenix.

I am still experiencing technical difficulties with the Buy Now buttons on the Services Offered page of my site.  In the meantime, please feel free to send payments through PayPal to my email at lindasim54@gmail.com. Just let me know which type of reading you want with your birth date info.  Or you can send a payment to my Venmo account at Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7 or Zelle using my phone number 617-304-2205.

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

https://thehoroscopejunkie.ca/monthly_horoscopes.html

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

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

 

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

 

The coronavirus outbreak caused me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people were concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions until further notice in order to practice social distancing. I no longer have my Brookline office, so all of my Reiki sessions will be distant Reiki sessions for the foreseeable future. But a distant Reiki session is the perfect opportunity to safely build up your immune system and if you have contracted coronavirus, you can be treated safely from the comfort of your home. My procedure is to have a conversation with a client about what they hope to achieve from a session, we set up a time for the session to take place when they will be in a state to receive healing energy and I follow up with a telephone conversation to discuss their experience and my perception of their blockages. I do miss seeing my clients, so I am now offering Zoom consultations/intakes before the session so that we can see each other. I have also incorporated a new technique with my distance Reiki treatments since I don’t always have a photo of my client.  I use a teddy bear so that I can scan and focus the healing energy where it is needed. If this appeals to you, please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com or call me at 617-304-2205. The cost for distance Reiki sessions is based on a sliding scale of $30 -$50. For your convenience, I accept Venmo and Zelle for payment. Zelle payments can be sent using my telephone number

617-304-2205. I have also written an article about distance Reiki, which is available at:

 

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-distance-reiki-can-help-you-during-coronavirus-linda-simons

 

If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can benefit you, please feel free to check out my Reiki site at:

 

www.reikiwithlindasimons.com

 

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

 

https://twitter.com/danceofphoenix

 

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

Retrograde Season is Officially Here While Mercury and Mars Change Signs

We are fresh off the heels off a powerfully intense full moon in Scorpio, but there is plenty of astrological action coming up in the next week.

Retrograde season will be officially here as three more planets join Pluto to form a retrograde party between May 11-14, 2020.  Saturn stations retrograde in 1 degree of Aquarius on May 11, 2020 and stations direct in 25 degrees of Capricorn on September 28, 2020.  I find it supremely ironic that Saturn is the first planet to station retrograde this coming week, joining its partner in crime Pluto.  By now we all know that the Saturn Pluto conjunction in Capricorn on January 12, 2020 was the beginning of the coronavirus.

We all know that when planets are retrograde it is a time to review and reflect.  The power of a planet is especially potent when it stations retrograde or direct.  Saturn begins its retrograde in the sign of Aquarius but moves back into Capricorn on June 30, 2020.  Saturn has a traditionally bad rep for being very frustrating in terms of the limitations and challenges it forces upon us.  Saturn retrograde in Aquarius is a time to review how our structures and habits support our expressions of freedom, our unique abilities and our intuition.  Saturn retrograde in Aquarius can be extremely uncomfortable because Aquarius loves freedom and during this period of COVOID-19 everyone’s freedoms are being severely curtailed. 

Saturn will be retrograde in Capricorn from July 1 through September 28, 2020.  Saturn rules Capricorn and is more comfortable in that sign, so its focus will be on reviewing and revamping our levels of maturity, responsibility, time management and planning for the future.

Venus stations retrograde in 21 degrees of Gemini on May 13, 2020 and stations direct on June 24, 2020 in 5 degrees of Gemini.  Venus is only retrograde approximately every 18 months, so it’s kind of a big deal. I have it natally in the sign of Scorpio, so I am all too familiar with its energy.  And this particular Venus retrograde will conjunct my natal moon in Gemini in my 8^th house in early June 2020. When Venus is retrograde, it’s time to review relationships, creativity and finances. Venus retrograde in Gemini will also be squaring Neptune in Pisces, so it could very well boost our creativity and insight, but the shadow side of this Venus retrograde is that it could make us prone to self-indulgence, having poor personal boundaries and playing the victim in relationships.  And I always tell my clients not to get married when Venus is retrograde, because the relationship will undoubtedly have complexities and challenges that could prove to be insurmountable.  I realize that this may not be good news for those who dreamed of being a June bride, but in the age of coronavirus, weddings are anything but traditional.

Jupiter is the last planet to join the retrograde party.  It stations retrograde in 27 degrees of Capricorn on May 14, 2020 and stations direct on September 12, 2020 in 17 degrees of Capricorn.  When Jupiter is retrograde, it represents an opportunity to review and reflect on higher education, philosophy, the meaning of life, optimism and hope.  Jupiter in Capricorn is very practical and hope is a major theme during these challenging times.

On May 11, 2020 Mercury moves from the fixed earth sign of Taurus to the mutable air sign of Gemini, where it stays until May 28, 2020.  Mercury rules both Gemini and Virgo, so it is right at home here.  Mercury in Gemini is very comfortable and is more communicative, curious and sociable. It’s also more attracted to superficial knowledge (it loves variety) than delving deeply into one topic.  If there is a shadow side to Mercury in Gemini, it is that it is easily distracted.

On May 13, 2020, Mars moves from the fixed air sign of Aquarius to the mutable water sign of Pisces until June 27, 2020. Mars in Pisces experiences motivation on a more spiritual and emotional level; it’s just not that comfortable expressing itself physically. It dislikes confrontation and is very idealistic.  It does have a tendency to dip its toes into codependent waters by putting others needs ahead of its own, so be mindful of that fact.

If you are curious as to how all of these planetary changes will be affecting you, please consider getting an astrological reading. These are very challenging and unique times; an astrological reading could provide some much needed clarity and guidance.  Check out my menu of services at:

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

Get some relief from anxiety with a distance Reiki treatment or obtain clarity and guidance during these challenging times with a video or phone astrology reading. DM or email me to schedule a session. #Reiki #astrologyreading

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) May 4, 2020

I have also added a new reading to my menu of services, a Clues to Compatibility reading, which is designed primarily for non-romantic relationships and utilizes synastry to determine your connections with friends, family members and business associates. Additionally, I have also decided to offer private astrology lessons by telephone or video, such as Skype or Zoom.  Please feel free to contact me at lindasim54@gmail.com if you are interested in learning more about astrology.

I have been doing more work with tarot readings, which I love, so I decided to create a new combination reading which offers the option of a 30 minute astrology consultation with a one question tarot reading for only $50. There is something for everyone and my menu of services can accommodate any budget.

My site also offers the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Twitter at:

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice.

I am also 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.

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

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

The coronavirus outbreak is causing me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people are concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions in order to practice social distancing.  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 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 $30.  For your convenience, I accept PayPal and Venmo as forms of payment.  I have also written an article about distance Reiki, which is available at:

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-distance-reiki-can-help-you-during-coronavirus-linda-simons

If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can benefit you, please feel free to check out my Reiki site at:

www.reikiwithlindasimons.com

I was also featured in the July 3, 2017 edition of Boston Voyager, an online publication that runs a section called Inspiring Stories about local entrepreneurs on its home page.  The Scorpio moon was trining the Cancer sun and Neptune in Pisces on that day, so my story certainly debuted under fitting aspects.  Please feel free to check it out:

http://bostonvoyager.com/interview/meet-linda-simons-reiki-linda-simons-coolidge-corner-brookline/

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

https://twitter.com/danceofphoenix

I urge everyone to engage in massive amounts of self-care and follow the protective measures of washing your hands frequently, maintaining social distancing, avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth, wearing a face mask when going outside your home and staying home if you are sick.  I repeat, you do not want to get this virus! Stay safe and healthy, everyone! 

Mars Departs Aquarius on a High Note Before it Sails into Pisces

Mars is finally getting ready to leave the sign of Aquarius after nearly six months.  It entered Aquarius on May 16, 2018, stationed retrograde in 9 degrees of Aquarius on June 26, 2018, slipped back into Capricorn on August 12, 2018 and stationed direct in 28 degrees of Capricorn on August 27, 2018.  It re-entered Aquarius on September 10, 2018.  It would be a grave understatement to say that it has been a challenging transit.  I have my natal Mars in Aquarius, so I was also dealing with a Mars Return and having Mars squaring all of my Scorpio planets (Mercury, Sun, Saturn, Venus, Ceres, Pallas Athena and Black Moon Lilith) and then finally opposing my Pluto in Leo. 

But before Mars sails into the calmer water sign of Pisces on November 15, 2018, it will depart on a high note with two delightful aspects.  The first one occurs on November 9, 2018 when retrograde Venus in 25 degrees of Libra trines Mars in 25 degrees of Aquarius.  This is the second time this year we have experienced this aspect; it also occurred on August 7, 2018 when Venus was in 1 degree of Libra and Mars was retrograde in 1 degree of Aquarius.  What can we expect from this aspect?  It will serve as a nice balancing act for relationships because it tends to increase the desire for social contact and enjoyment of the finer things in life.  It can also be an opportunity for attracting a new, more suitable partner if you are single and in existing relationships it favors discussing any tensions that have been brewing for some time.   Venus trining Mars also fosters creativity, redecorating, increases the likelihood of attending parties or entertaining.  This all pretty sweet.

The last aspect that Mars in Aquarius makes is a supportive sextile to retrograde Uranus in 29 degrees of Aries.  Mars sextiling Uranus increases our desire for fun and triggers our excitement junkie.  There is a strong possibility of attracting people who are different or, conversely, breaking away from relationships that are confining or restrictive.  It definitely favors implementing changes and there is added emphasis on this theme with both of these planets being in 29 degrees, the critical degree.  The Uranian energy is amplified because Uranus rules Aquarius and Uranus is very comfortable in the cardinal, initiating sign of Aries.

Mars will have a much shorter transit in the sign of Pisces; it will enter its home sign of Aries on December 31, 2018.  When Mars is in Pisces, we will be more motivated to pursue our spiritual and emotional drives and we are naturally more averse to conflict.  Mars in Pisces has a tendency to put others’ needs before our own and act in more idealistic manner.  It also helps us connect with our intuition and act on it.  Mars in Pisces literally awakes our Divine Will so that we can act without fear and from a place of love because Pisces is so compassionate.  It is prime time to act on healing our own wounds and that ultimately helps others too.  It’s a pretty sweet way to end the turbulent year of 2018. But we do need to be mindful of not getting stuck in the role of victim or martyr, which is Pisces territory. 

Personally, I am over the moon over the upcoming Mars in Pisces transit.  After having Mars in Aquarius square all of my Scorpio planets, I now get to experience Mars trining my Scorpio planets and my south node, midheaven, Uranus and Jupiter in Cancer.  The only real challenge that I will face from Mars in Pisces is a square to my Gemini moon, which may make me prone to more childish or impulsive behavior and a few temper tantrums.  But I’ll take it because all of the trines outweigh this one square in my opinion.  And I am feeling more optimistic about the remainder of 2018 and 2019 since Jupiter entered its home sign of Sagittarius on November 8, 2018, inspiring me to tweet:

Big day today astrologically as Jupiter enters its home sign of Sagittarius for the 1st time in 12 years. Jupiter is totally at home in Sagittarius and brings more optimism while it expands the truth and encourages more honesty. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) November 8, 2018

If you are curious as to how all of these planetary changes will be affecting you, please consider getting an astrological reading.  The Services Offered page of my site describes the menu of services that I offer. I even offer the option of tarot readings. There is something for everyone. 

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:

http://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.

Recently I undertook an intensive life purpose coaching training program and became certified as a Life Purpose Coach.  It was an intense, eye-opening experience that changed my life as it caused me to reflect on the story of my life.  But I left it with feelings of hope and light for the future that I want to share with others.  To that end, I am now offering Life Purpose Coaching to my menu of services.  You can read more about it at:

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/life-purpose-coaching-service.html

As an astrologer, I have decided to include an interpretation of the north node by sign. If you are feeling stuck and need some help in getting from Point A to Point B in your quest for making positive changes in your life, please email me at lindasim54@gmail.com to schedule a complementary telephone consultation to discover if you are a good fit for this program.  I look forward to hearing from you.

If you are in the Boston area, please consider getting a Reiki treatment at Acupuncture for Everyone in Copley Square to destress, revitalize and remove blockages to healing.  It’s a perfect way to start your weekend off and can also be described as a spa for the soul to boot!   Reiki is the most profound treatment for stress relief because it concentrates on CALMING your body.

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

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

For my clients who can’t fit Friday into their schedule for a treatment or have difficulty traveling, I have also recently begun doing distance Reiki sessions for them.  I have a conversation with them 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 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.  I am also offering Reiki treatments in the Coolidge Corner section of Brookline on Sunday afternoons.

But the big news is that I have created and launched a new website devoted exclusively to my Reiki practice. Please feel free to check it out at:

www.reikiwithlindasimons.com

I was also featured in the July 3, 2017 edition of Boston Voyager, an online publication that runs a section called Inspiring Stories about local entrepreneurs on its home page.  The Scorpio moon was trining the Cancer sun and Neptune in Pisces on that day, so my story certainly debuted under fitting aspects.  Please feel free to check it out:

http://bostonvoyager.com/interview/meet-linda-simons-reiki-linda-simons-coolidge-corner-brookline/

I have also revised my package deals and I am now offering two options for package deals: Silver and a Tarot special for my tarot clients. Please check it out at:

http://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/package-deals.html

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

https://twitter.com/danceofphoenix