Mars Enters Sagittarius, Saturn in Pisces Calls the Shots and a Full Moon in Gemini

 

The Sun might be in Sagittarius as of November 22, 2023 and Mars will enter Sagittarius on November 24 until January 4, 2024, but that doesn't mean the intensity of November is over.  Far from it.

Mars in Sagittarius is a whole different animal from Mars in Scorpio, which it has been in since October 12, 2023.  Mars is a co-ruler of Scorpio, so it is intense and strong in the fixed water sign of Scorpio.  Mars in Sagittarius is motivated by higher ideals, as well as a search for truth and justice. We could also be driven to learn and travel.  When Mars is in Sagittarius, it is very easy to act judgmental and preachy.  It is also in a mutable fire sign, so it is extremely easy to lose one's temper.  The perk of having Mars in a fire sign is that it blows over quickly.  You certainly can't say that about Mars in Scorpio, which can hold a grudge for eternity.  

But Mars in Sagittarius runs into some trouble when it squares Saturn in 0 degrees of Pisces on November 25. This aspect represents conflict and a need to integrate the energies of the two planets involved so that they can co-exist.  I know this all too well because I have a natal Mars-Saturn square involving Mars in Aquarius and Saturn in Scorpio. It can literally feel like you have one foot on the gas and the other foot on the brake, which gets you nowhere fast. Frustration is the name of the game, for sure. Patience is not one of my strong points, so it is an ongoing battle for me. And while pivotal role in my life. When Mars in Sagittarius squares Saturn in Pisces on the 25th, we are going to be dealing with a major theme of delayed gratification and a need for patience.  Sagittarius is a very impatient and impulsive sign and is not exactly compatible with Pisces. But they are mutable signs, so there is hope for finding a way to integrate these energies.  We are not going to be able to get what we desire (Mars) as quickly as we want because Saturn is making us work for it to achieve our goals.  Saturn loves to test us and that is one of the way it teaches us.  

The Sun entered Sagittarius on November 22 and on the following day, November 23, it too squared Saturn in Pisces.  This wasn't the most jolly and expansive energy for a Thanksgiving holiday, but I hope that my American readers managed to find some joy and a reward for whatever efforts we had to expend on this day.

We do have one other astrological event happening on November 25.  Mercury enters its retrograde shadow in 22 degrees of Sagittarius. Mercury officially goes retrograde on December 13 in 8 degrees of Capricorn until January 1, 2024 when it stations direct in 22 degrees of Sagittarius.  Mercury will clear its retrograde shadow on January 21, 2024.  The bottom line with this Mercury retrograde shadow period, as well as the full-fledged Mercury retrograde, is to avoid purchasing any electronic devices if you can help it.  Enough said...

On November 27, we have a Full Moon in 4 degrees of Gemini.  This is going to be a juicy Full Moon that can reveal secrets and can indicate the ending of the old order. It can be volatile and intense, as Full Moons are wont to do, so try to breathe before saying anything you might regret.  There is a preponderance of mutable planets involved in this Full Moon: the Sun, Mars, Mercury, and Ceres in Sagittarius, the Moon in Gemini and Neptune and Saturn in Pisces.  So, emotionally, we can be all over the place. The heavy emphasis in Sagittarius planets has us seeking freedom, truth, optimism and feeling quite restless.  We can also be very opinionated and judgmental. We will not escape the influence of Saturn with this Full Moon, as we are still feeling Saturn in Pisces squaring the Sun in Sagittarius, which can manifest in limitations, fears and control issues.  It is a good time to be totally honest about your fears. It is also squaring the Moon in Gemini, which can lead to a feeling of being controlled by our emotions.  It represents an opportunity to set some boundaries in relationships. And the Moon in Gemini is opposing Mars in Sagittarius, which only adds fuel to the emotional fire. Neptune in Pisces is squaring Mercury in Sagittarius, which can add a dose of creativity or confusion.  The Moon in Gemini will offer choices, but it can make us somewhat indecisive. We can feel like we are confronted with a smorgasbord.  I guarantee you that it won't be boring.  I have a natal Moon in Gemini myself, and I can tell you that mental stimulation, learning and talking about your feelings is a viable option.

If you are curious as to how all of this planetary action is affecting you, please consider getting an astrological reading with me.

Check out my menu of services at:

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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

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

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

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The coronavirus outbreak caused me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people were concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions until further notice, 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:

 

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I also wanted to note that in an ironic twist of fate, the latest variant of COVID is EG.5, with a nickname of Eris.  Sound familiar--the Goddess of Discord?  Apparently, COVID cases and hospitalizations are on the rise...

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 Enters Virgo, Frustration Mounts as Mars Squares Saturn and New Insights Are Possible as Mercury Trines Uranus

 

Leo season is coming to a close.  I would say that the culmination of Leo energy occurred on August 18, 2020 with the new moon in 26 degrees of Leo, which inspired me to tweet:

We have an extremely powerful #newmooninleo today that affords us the opportunity to plant the seeds for new beginnings. It trines Mars in Aries which gives us more courage and energy to act on implementing our desires. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) August 18, 2020

On August 22, the sun enters the mutable earth sign of Virgo, joining Mercury, which entered Virgo on August 19^th and will remain in Virgo until September 5, 2020.  The sun in Virgo will see an emphasis on details, analyzing data and practical concerns as we attempt to get organized. Leo is associated with a lot of drama, so it will be a refreshing change of energy for us to be focused on being more grounded and sensible.  Communications should improve as well with Mercury in Virgo because Mercury is in its happy place in Virgo and I tweeted about this on that day:

Mercury enters Virgo today where it is extremely comfortable. Expect communications to be more focused, practical and detail oriented. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) August 19, 2020

I found it interesting that former President Obama delivered an extremely focused and powerful speech that night at the Democratic National Convention. The moon had also just entered Virgo on August 19^th.

When the sun is in Virgo, we will also be more inclined to get healthy and be of service to others. Perhaps the transit of the sun in Virgo will help us get on track in terms of beating back the coronavirus. Virgo does like to fix things. While the Saturn Pluto conjunction in Capricorn occurred in January and manifested in the coronavirus, it didn’t really become an issue in the United States until March when the sun was in Pisces.  This could be an extremely productive transit if we don’t let ourselves get caught up in the shadow side of Virgo: perfectionism and a tendency to be overly critical.

On August 24, 2020, we have a very exasperating aspect when Mars in Aries exactly squares Saturn in 26 degrees of Capricorn.  This aspect is all about frustration, inhibition, conflicts with authority and inner conflict.  It can also cause difficulty in self-expression because Mars wants to race forward while Saturn is putting the brakes on.  Literally this is what this aspect feels like. Trust me on this one because I have a natal Mars Saturn square so I have been dealing with inner conflict all of my life.

Mars squaring Saturn requires that we develop patience, perseverance and empathy for others.  I think that I have got the perseverance and empathy pieces down, but patience still eludes me.  Quoting the old Meat Loaf song lyrics, “two out of three ain’t bad.” But this aspect demands patience as it is not the time to be taking risks. We need to focus on working hard to achieve our goals and accept the fact that it will probably take longer than we would like.  Sometimes acceptance can be a bitter pill to swallow.  But in many ways Mars squaring Saturn is as much of a theme song as the Saturn Pluto conjunction is for 2020.  Saturn tests us and delays what we want most.  Many of us are frustrated with the limitations in our daily lives that the coronavirus has inflicted upon us.

In addition to having my own natal Mars Saturn square involving the fixed signs of Aquarius and Scorpio respectively, the upcoming Mars Saturn square hits my chart in a big way. Mars in Aries opposes my Neptune in 26 degrees of Libra and Saturn squares my Neptune. I am definitely dealing with feelings of confusion and limitations on my ideals.  And Mars in Aries is squaring my Jupiter Uranus conjunction in Cancer in my 10^th house while Saturn in Capricorn is opposing it. Saturn’s theme of restriction is very prevalent in my life these days as all of my work is done at home, where Saturn is currently transiting.  And the piece de resistance for me as a healer are the hits to my natal Chiron in Capricorn in my 4^th house.  Mars is squaring my Chiron, which is putting me in touch with my own deep-seated issues that need healing.  Saturn is conjunct my natal Capricorn, which has been a particularly stressful transit regarding the structure of my life and my efforts to heal myself and be a more effective healer for other people through my astrology and Reiki work.

On August 25, 2020, Mercury in 10 degrees of Virgo trines retrograde Uranus in 10 degrees of Taurus.  This transit could definitely open our minds to new possibilities which could manifest in exciting news or chance encounters that stimulate us mentally.  Mercury trining Uranus can increase our psychic abilities and deliver sudden flashes of insight.  This is one aspect that is giving me a break: it trines my north node in Capricorn and Uranus sextiles my south node in Cancer, which will hopefully provide me with the opportunity to shed some karmic baggage.

If you are curious about 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

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 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. I offer a 24 card tarot card reading for $50 which incorporates the twelve houses of the horoscope.

 

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 until further notice in order to practice social distancing. When I return to my Brookline office I will be practicing Reiki with a mask, gloves, and medical exam sheets for your protection.  I will also have hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes available. In the meantime, 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 for 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! I speak from personal experience and consider myself very fortunate to have survived Coronavirus. Stay safe and healthy, everyone!