A Lunar Eclipse in Pisces Marking the End of a Karmic Cycle and Saturn in Aries Sees Some Action from Jupiter in Leo and Mars in Cancer

 

The changes are coming fast and furious.  On August 28, we have a partial Lunar Eclipse in 4 degrees of Pisces that truly is a release of the past, denoting karmic closures, endings, a time of uncertainty but also letting go of victimhood. Pisces is the last sign of the zodiac and is associated with surrender, while the Sun in Virgo wants control.  How do we find a balance as reason and intuition are going at it? It's important to remember that surrender can be a good thing if it involves what is no longer working for us and that the ending can represent a new beginning. We can't forget that Lunar Eclipses are quite literally Full Moons on steroids. And that our spirituality will get us through this tumultuous time.

We have also seen quite a few entertainers depart the earth lately:  Hayden Panettiere, Shelley Fabares, Dolly Parton and Tim Curry.  Neptune rules Pisces and is associated with intuition, spiritual enlightenment and illusion.  Actors and musicians are definitely Neptunians.  And all of their deaths occurred between the eclipses.

What else is going on astrologically with this Lunar Eclipse?  Plenty!  The Sun and Mercury are conjunct in Virgo which entails a great deal of mental energy.  We are planning for the future but the Sun, Mercury and the Moon are squaring Uranus in 5 degrees of Gemini.  So, yes, big changes are coming, information can arrive suddenly and there can definitely be upheavals.  Things might not turn out the way we anticipated.  The planets squaring Uranus can also trigger high anxiety and mental health issues. Our nervous systems can feel like they are on overload. The Uranus influence is very disruptive and don't rule out technology problems too.

Many astrologers have been saying for quite some time that these August eclipses would mark an ending period in our lives and I am living proof of that.  The Solar Eclipse in Leo on August 12 squared my Sun/Venus conjunction in Scorpio and my husband had a stroke on August 14.  He died on August 19.  Ironically, the Lunar Eclipse in Pisces is exactly squaring his Sun in Sagittarius in the 8th house.  My role as a caregiver has ended, which is quite Piscean.

The houses in a chart where the Sun and Mercury in Virgo, Moon in Pisces and Uranus in Gemini fall are crucial to understanding where all of this energy will play out for you. The Sun and Mercury in Virgo fall in my 11th house of hopes, dreams and group associations. The Virgo piece represents our harvest and what we will reap from our efforts. The Moon in Pisces falls in my 5th house of love, creativity and children. Pisces is what we are releasing as the karmic cord is cut.  And Uranus in Gemini is in my 8th house, perched 9 degrees away from my Moon in Gemini.  The death and rebirth theme shows up there. So my life definitely fits the criteria for major life changes occurring.  My husband's death will instigate a major rebirth in my life.  I have to walk the talk of the phoenix rising from the ashes.

This phase of change is by no means complete.  We will see a second phase during the Lunar Eclipse in 2 degrees of Virgo on February 20, 2027.  So stay tuned to see how this plays out in six months during the next eclipse season...

On August 31, Jupiter in Leo will be squaring Saturn in 13 degrees of Aries.  The perk of this transit is that we have more patience and endurance to focus on our long-term goals.  Our optimism and desire for growth are aligning perfectly with our sense of discipline to create structure.  Just don't take on more responsibilities than you can handle at this time.  We can make smart decisions about money though.

Mars in Cancer will be squaring Saturn in 13 degrees of Aries on September 1. This represents a clash between our drive to take action and the blocks or delays we encounter.  It is the classic one foot on the brake, the other foot on the gas syndrome.  It can bring frustration, tension, anger and a feeling of helplessness.  Mars squaring Saturn can also make you your own worst enemy if you act impulsively or get embroiled in power struggles.  I can personally attest to this fact as I have my natal Mars in Aquarius squaring my natal Saturn in Scorpio. 

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 on 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 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. September 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

 

 

 

 

An Intense Week as Mars Squares Saturn, a Super-Charged Full Moon in Aquarius and the Sun Enters Virgo

 

This is it- the week in August that will really rock our world and have a huge impact on our future.  We have already experienced the Mars-Jupiter conjunction in 16 degrees of Gemini on August 14 and on August 16, Mars in Gemini will be squaring Saturn in 17 degrees of Pisces.  The square between Mars and Saturn will not be as promising as the conjunction between Mars and Jupiter.  When Mars and Saturn are squaring each other, it tends to bring frustration and inhibition.  There are restrictions galore. Trust me, I know this all too well because I have a natal Mars-Saturn square involving Mars in Aquarius and Saturn in Scorpio. One could say it is the bane of my existence. We want to make progress, but feel stymied.  The best way to handle this energy is to be patient, strengthen your defenses and don't take unnecessary risks.

And then comes the piece de resistance: a super full Sturgeon Moon in 27 degrees of Aquarius on August 19.  It is super full because the Moon is so close to the earth.  It is also the last Full Moon before we enter eclipse season in September. I would also like to issue a spoiler alert that anyone with planets in the late degrees of the fixed signs of Aquarius, Taurus, Leo and Scorpio will feel the heat of this Full Moon the most intensely.  I happen to have Ceres in 27 degrees of Scorpio and Pluto in 26 degrees of Leo, so once again, I am right in the line of fire.

Jupiter in Gemini will be squaring Saturn in 17 degrees of Pisces on the Full Moon, which will create more inner tension as we face limiting circumstances.  Structures are breaking down and there is lots of uncertainty about the future. Jupiter wants to expand but Saturn is putting the brakes on things, challenging us to deal with a crisis point. Jupiter square Saturn will happen again on December 24, 2024 in 16 degrees and also on June 1, 2025 when Jupiter in 28 degrees of Gemini squares Saturn in 0 degrees of Aries.  So this will be an ongoing transit.

Uranus in 27 degrees of Taurus is also a major player in this Full Moon because it exactly squares the Sun in Leo and Moon in Aquarius.  This is a real wild card vibe, no two ways about it.  We will have a strong desire to break free, but we can also be moody and irrational.  Unexpected and traumatic events are likely to happen.

The Full Moon in 27 degrees of Aquarius is also opposing retrograde Mercury in 26 degrees of Leo, further adding to the frustration and discomfort level. Logic and emotion will be battling each other.

Pluto in 0 degrees of Aquarius isn't idly standing by on this Full Moon, either.  It will be squaring the Sun in 27 degrees of Leo and the Moon in 27 degrees of Aquarius, activating a fixed T-square.  Pluto in Aquarius is also featured in a Yod (aka Finger of God or Fate) with Neptune in 29 degrees of Pisces and the Sun in 27 degrees of Leo.

Venus in Virgo is opposing Saturn in 17 degrees of Pisces on the Full Moon too while it squares Mars and Jupiter in Gemini, creating a mutable T-square.  We can expect clashes of opinions and possible freezes in relationships or finances.  Venus in Virgo is also squaring Jupiter in Gemini on the Full Moon and while Venus-Jupiter squares are not that challenging, they can cause us to overindulge or go to extremes.  Just a word of caution...

Pallas, aka Pallas Athene, is the asteroid associated with the wisdom of the female spirit and represents a more cerebral approach to fighting. It is in 24 degrees of Scorpio on the Full Moon, forming a fixed cross with the Sun in Leo and Moon in Aquarius.  It also featured in yet another Yod with Mars in Gemini and Chiron in 23 degrees of Aries.  This is a very pressure-cooker type vibe that will make us want to release stress.

If your head is spinning with all this talk of T-squares, crosses and Yods, you are not alone.  The bottom line with this Full Moon in Aquarius is that it will have major implications for our collective and personal futures.

On August 22, the Sun enters the mutable earth sign of Virgo.  Our focus will shift to getting organized, paying attention to details and taking better care of our health.  We will tend to be more practical and less inclined to crave drama, which can be a welcome relief.

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. August 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.

 

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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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Sun Moves into Aquarius and a Total Lunar Eclipse in Leo

The sun will be entering the sign of Aquarius on January 20, 2019, and for many of us, that’s not a moment too soon.  We need a bit of a break from all that Capricorn energy that has contributed to the heaviness many of us have been experiencing so far in 2019.  Okay, Mercury, Saturn, Pluto and the south node are still in Capricorn, but at least the sun is moving out of Capricorn.

When the Sun is transiting the sign of Aquarius, freedom becomes more important to us as we strive to shed the restrictions, inhibitions and limitations that are associated with the sun in Capricorn.  The vibes of Aquarius include innovation, seeking knowledge, originality, new perspectives and finding new ways to do things. It is literally a breath of fresh air, which is apropos for Aquarius, the fixed air sign.  I know that the symbol of Aquarius is the Water Bearer, which is confusing for some people, who think that Aquarius is a water sign.  Nothing could be further from the truth. Air is mental energy and water is emotional energy.

The best way to make use of this Aquarius energy is to spend more time with friends and utilize that fixed energy to focus on making your dreams come true.  Since Aquarius is ruled by the planet Uranus, this is the perfect time to invest in electrical appliances, computers or cell phones.  It’s also an optimal time to bust out of our routines and let your freak flag fly by being more uninhibited and expressing your uniqueness.

Hopefully all of you have survived the first of the three Jupiter Neptune squares that 2019 features.  The first one occurred on January 13, 2019, inspiring me to tweet:

Today is the first of three squares in 2019 between Jupiter in Sagittarius and Neptune in Pisces. Jupiter amplifies Neptune’s energy which means we could be overly optimistic or disillusioned. It will present some kind of challenge. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) January 13, 2019

I was definitely feeling the effects of this aspect as it squared my Gemini moon in the 8^th house and later that day I tweeted:

Is anyone else feeling the disillusionment of the Jupiter Neptune square today?

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) January 13, 2019

So the energy is getting really weird, n’est pas?  Now we are headed for the next eclipse of January 2019 and it is a doozy.  It’s a total Blood Moon Supermoon Lunar Eclipse in 0 degrees of Leo on January 21, 2019 on the east coast of the United States.  The west coast gets to experience it on January 20, 2019.  It’s called a supermoon eclipse because the moon is closer to the earth and will appear enormous with a blood red color.  It’s also the last in a series of Leo and Aquarius eclipses that began back in February 2017. I encourage all of you to think back to that time in your life because it should have marked a time of creative energy and a celebration of your individuality.  This eclipse in particular should be a time of endings and beginnings. 

Uranus in 28 degrees of Aries is a heavy hitter in this eclipse.  It’s really calling the shots because it is squaring the eclipse and this can manifest in mood swings, feelings of restlessness, lack of patience and impulsive behavior.  Uranus is also starting to form a wide square (7 degrees) to Pluto in Capricorn through early March 2019 before it moves into Taurus for the next seven years. Have you forgotten the seven exact squares that occurred between 2012 and 2015?  They were part of a larger Uranus Pluto cycle that began in the 1960’s when Uranus and Pluto were conjunct in Virgo.  Whenever Uranus and Pluto are in a challenging aspect, you can expect social transformation, political unrest and rebellion.  In the 1960’s civil rights and women’s liberation were byproducts of this aspect.   During this lunar eclipse Uranus is also squaring the north node in Cancer and the south node in Capricorn.   And Uranus also squares Mercury in Capricorn, which will undoubtedly result in more anxiety about our future, miscommunication, arguments and erratic behavior.

Mars in Aries is squaring Saturn in Capricorn in 13 degrees of their respective signs on the day of the eclipse.  Mars in Aries is literally the warrior and when it squares off with Saturn in Capricorn, there is bound to be some frustration as we feel like the brakes are being put on.  I have a natal Mars Saturn square, so I know firsthand that it can be downright uncomfortable.  With Mars squaring Saturn in cardinal signs on the day of the eclipse, we will be forced to take responsibility and face our fears head on.  The bright side of this rather challenging aspect is that Saturn in Capricorn can be quite disciplined and if we can find a way to constructively channel this energy it can be quite productive. 

It’s important to remember that the cardinal energy is very strong with this lunar eclipse, with Mercury, Mars, Saturn, Pluto and the nodes of the moon in cardinal signs. We can’t help but want to initiate some kind of change with this energy.  Cardinal signs are the movers and the shakers in the astrological landscape.

But there is a silver lining to this rather challenging lunar eclipse. Venus and Jupiter, aka the Greater Benefics, are conjunct on the day of the eclipse.  Venus is in 14 degrees of Sagittarius conjunct Jupiter in 15 degrees of Sagittarius.  This is a very favorable, fortuitous aspect that has a very spiritual dimension and can bring luck, abundance and success as it seeks to elevate our relationships and values.  If you have any planets in the mutable signs Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius or Virgo around 14 or 15 degrees, you should reap the benefits of this aspect.  Once again, I am in the astrological crossfire, but I am hoping that my Gemini moon in my 8^th house gets a boost from this aspect.

If you are curious as to how all of these planetary changes will be affecting you, please consider getting an astrological reading.  I am now offering short telephone astrology consultations for 15 minutes or 30 minutes which are available for purchase on the Services Offered page of my site. These are extremely affordable at the cost of $25 or $35.  In the spirit of utilizing the energy of the January 5^th solar eclipse in my 3^rd house, I am starting to use FaceTime for my readings and have installed the Google Duo app on my phone for the benefit of my Android clients. So if you want to see me in addition to talking to me, I am giving you the choice to do so. I even offer the option of tarot readings. 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:

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/

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

https://twitter.com/danceofphoenix

Mars in Pisces is Anything but Passive and Sun Enters Aquarius

Mars in Pisces is not generally thought of as the most aggressive placement for Mars (it’s not like it’s in its home signs of Aries or Scorpio), but it has been pretty busy since it entered the sign of Pisces on December 19, 2016.  It remains in the sign of Pisces until January 29, 2017.  Mars is the planet of aggression and energy, but when it is in Pisces, it can have an otherworldly quality and can result in some downright passive aggressive and addictive behavior if we are not mindful. But Mars in Pisces will energize our dreams and creativity.  The most productive way to utilize Mars in Pisces is to focus on the empathy, forgiveness and compassion that accompany it.

On January 11th, Mars in Pisces sextiled Pluto in Capricorn, inspiring me to tweet on that day:

Mars in Pisces sextiling Pluto in Capricorn today provides us with resilience to deal with whatever obstacles may arise. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) January 11, 2017

Mars and Pluto are co-rulers of Scorpio, so the heat was on in terms of generating some healing power.  And healing has been a major theme these days, especially with Mars conjunct Chiron in Pisces.  This aspect has been pretty active since the recent intense Cancer full moon on January 12^th and we will continue to feel its effects for about a week.  It will get us in touch with whatever really hurts on a deep, profound level.  Take a look at where 21 degrees of Pisces falls in your chart, or contact me for an astrological reading!

But Mars and Saturn will really get into it on January 19, 2017 when Mars in Pisces squares Saturn in Sagittarius in 23 degrees of their respective signs.  When Mars is squaring Saturn in an individual chart, there can be difficulty with self-expression accompanied by feelings of frustration and inhibition.  Trust me on this one—I have Saturn in the first house squaring my Mars in the 4^th house in the fixed signs of Scorpio and Aquarius.  Talk about frustration in terms of wanting to accelerate and move forward (Mars) while having an external force slam the brakes on you (Saturn).   At least this Mars/Saturn square will be in mutable signs, so that is some consolation in terms of giving us greater flexibility to adapt to whatever frustrations come our way.  Mars and Saturn in a challenging aspect can indicate a certain amount of defensiveness (I plead guilty as charged on this count) but with this transit, it might actually be the most productive way of dealing with it.  It is a good time to strengthen our defenses and be as patient as possible.

But on January 19, 2017 the sun will enter the sign of Aquarius at 4:24 p.m.  Granted, it’s not the most comfortable sign for the sun to be in because it is more detached and less emotionally effusive (Leo is its home sign, after all), but it could prove to be a welcome relief from the structures and conventions associated with the previous sign of Capricorn.  That detached quality that Aquarius is renowned for may prove to be a powerful ally in dealing with the inherent frustrations of the Mars/Saturn square.  It could indeed be a time when cooler heads literally prevail.  When the sun is in Aquarius, we crave originality, dare to trek off the beaten path and the need for freedom is paramount.

We are definitely going to need that sense of detachment on the following day, January 20, 2017, when the United States of America inaugurates a new president.  The moon will be in Scorpio that day, sextiling Mercury in Capricorn and trining Neptune in Pisces.  Emotions will run high and be intense during this day of transition in the power of the United States government.  And Venus in compassionate Pisces will be sextiling Pluto, which in itself is a blessing.  Hopefully this astrological combination of sun in Aquarius, moon in Scorpio and Mars, Venus, Neptune and Chiron in Pisces can help us all keep a cool head and focus on demonstrating some empathy and kindness towards others during this time of transition.

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 and house placement as part of my coaching program.  After all, The New Year, especially a Universal Year 1, is a marvelous time to navigate a new direction in your life that will fulfill you and your soul’s purpose. 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 seeking more spiritual insight into your life, please consider getting an astrological reading. An astrological reading can provide valuable insight and tools.  If you are not quite ready for a full blown natal interpretation or a solar return forecast, I also offer a basic astrological reading that will offer insight into your astrological DNA and the major themes in your life and delving into any pressing issues, one question astrological readings and composite couple readings that offer insight into the purpose of a relationship. And I offer shorter transit readings for three and six months. If you purchase a three or six month transit reading, I will .even take a peek at the eclipses of February 2017. You can learn more about my menu of astrological services, including 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.

The north node in Virgo has an underlying theme of service to others.  In that spirit of pursuing my path as a healer, I am still channeling that Virgo north node energy by offering my Reiki services.  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

I have recently joined the International Center for Reiki Training Membership Association.

Please feel free to learn more about this wonderful organization at:

www.reikimembership.com

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. Additionally, I see clients at my home in Newton, Massachusetts and am generally available on weekends and evenings for your convenience.

I have also launched a new endeavor that will deliver my services to you at an affordable cost in the form of package deals.  I am offering four options: Silver, Gold, Platinum and a Tarot special for my tarot clients. Please check it out at:

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

Happy Friday the 13th, everyone!

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