Saturn Enters Aries, the Sun Squares Uranus, a Solar Eclipse in Aquarius and the Sun Moves into Pisces

 

We are headed into one of the most momentous weeks astrologically of the year and the pressure is building.  The first eclipse of 2026 happens on February 17 in the form of a Solar Eclipse in 28 degrees of Aquarius.  Many of us are already feeling its effects in terms of the tension, chaos and restlessness.  But we have more going on before that eclipse.

On February 13, Saturn enters Aries until April 12, 2028.  Saturn was in Aries briefly in 2025 from May 24 through September 1.  Saturn's last transit in Aries occurred from April 7,

1996 through June 9, 1998.  Saturn is somewhat uncomfortable in Aries since the planet is exalted in Libra.  Saturn represents discipline and structure while Aries is associated with rash impulsiveness.  Frankly, I have been alive long enough to survive two transits of Saturn in Libra and I can honestly say that neither time was exactly easy for me.  I do have fond memories of that last transit of Saturn in Aries from 1996 through 1998, however.  Saturn in Aries can be a refreshing change from Saturn in Pisces that had a tendency to disintegrate boundaries and leave us feeling disillusioned.

Saturn in Aries will force us to learn to act with patience.  That is our biggest challenge.  A major theme of this transit is combining the heat of our passions with creating something that lasts.  It will be easier now to initiate although we will undoubtedly be faced with some delays and challenges before we achieve any progress.  That is just the way Saturn rolls. 

On February 20, Saturn and Neptune will be conjunct in 0 degrees of Aries.  This is a historic event because Saturn and Neptune are only conjunct every 36 years and I will cover this more in next week's post.  But it always indicates major cultural and political changes.

On February 16, the Sun in Aquarius will be squaring Uranus in 27 degrees of Taurus.  Here we go again with the Aquarius squares to Uranus: we had Mercury squaring Uranus on February 5 and Venus squaring Uranus on February 8.  Watch out for tension, unease about the uncertainty that is swirling around us, and unpredictable behavior.  Major changes and outbursts from others are likely.  Computer and electronic malfunctions are possible too.  There is an increased likelihood of accidents, road rage, angry outbursts and ego conflicts.  Try to remain as flexible as possible, which can be easier said than done because we are dealing with a lot of fixed energy.

The Solar Eclipse in 28 degrees of Aquarius occurs on February 17.  It is a North Node of the Moon eclipse, which is very future oriented.  The last time we had a Solar Eclipse in Aquarius was on February 15, 2018 and it was a South Node eclipse in 27 degrees.  South Node eclipses have a theme of releasing, so you might want to think back what was happening for you back then.  It was not an easy time for me. That eclipse opposed my natal Pluto in Leo in my 11th house and this one will too.

The Solar Eclipse in 28 degrees of Aquarius is squaring Uranus in 27 degrees of Taurus.  This square aspect will leave us feeling torn between traditions and defying conventions.  The sign Aquarius is ruled by Uranus, so it really ups the wild card theme.  We will probably be feeling like we are bursting at the seams to break free of old patterns, bad habits and experience a desire to start fresh.  Difficult emotions will surface and we will need to acknowledge that loss is necessary in order to move on to a better future.

Restlessness will be a big part of this eclipse.  This eclipse is also a precursor to the Nodes of the Moon moving into Aquarius and Leo on July 26, 2026.  The Solar Eclipse in Aquarius will tend to accelerate events.  It is a very speedy vibe, especially with its square to Uranus.  The news will probably deliver shocking stories and shaky foundations can collapse.  It is always hard to predict what eclipses will deliver, but with Uranus in the mix, it makes it even more volatile. Hang in there because there is no doubt that big changes are coming down the pike and resistance is futile...

The Chinese New Year also begins on February 17.  It will be the year of the Fire Horse, which is quite appropriate given that Saturn and Neptune will be in Aries and Jupiter will be moving into Leo on June 30.  I don't know that much about Chinese astrology but I am looking forward to it because I was born in a Horse Year, although I am a Wood Horse.  The last time we had a Horse Year was 2014, so you might want to think back to what was going on for you back then.

On February 18, the Sun sails into the mutable water sign of Pisces.  This will be a time of heightened emotions, empathy, creativity and spirituality.  We will also find it easier to express our vulnerability.  The shadow side of the Sun in Pisces is a tendency towards confusion, escapism, victimization and playing the martyr. Just be mindful of that shadow side and it should be a calmer, more enjoyable time.

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. February 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

 

 

 

 

Pisces Season is Here as Mercury and the Sun Dive into the Mutable Water Sign

Mercury enters Pisces on February 14, just in time for some sweet talking on Valentine's Day.  When Mercury is in Pisces, we are thinking more with our hearts than with our heads.  It's a big change from Mercury in Aquarius, which is more cool and rational.  Mercury in Pisces is also more prepared to mentally do a deep dive within, as it lets us be more sensitive and intuitive. Our imagination is heightened when Mercury is in Pisces, which is a boon for writers, artists and musicians.  It favors creativity.  It's also the best time to trust our gut feelings in the decision-making process.  Mercury in Pisces is very introspective, but given the mutable quality of Pisces and the fact that it is a water sign, it can also bring some confusion and a lack of clarity.  Mercury will remain in Pisces until March 3, but due to the upcoming Mercury retrograde on March 15, it will dip back into Pisces on March 29 and stay in Pisces until April 16.  So we are getting lots more of this Pisces energy.

We also still have Saturn and Neptune in Pisces, although they are preparing to briefly enter Aries this year temporarily.  Neptune enters Aries on March 30, but it will station retrograde in 2 degrees of Aries on July 4 and re-enter Pisces on October 22 to complete its unfinished business until it moves back into Aries on January 27, 2026.  Saturn will move into Aries on May 24, station retrograde in 1 degrees of Aries on July 13 and move back into Pisces until February 14, 2026.  And we have the North Node in Pisces until July 26, 2026.  To further add to the Piscean vibe, we have a Venus retrograde coming up on March 1 which starts out in 10 degrees of Aries, but moves back into Pisces from March 27 through April 30.  So this year has a very heavy Pisces/Aries vibration going down this year.  Pisces is the 12th and last sign of the zodiac, while Aries is the 1st sign of the zodiac.  We are quite literally straddling between two worlds.  We are dealing with the sentimental attachment to the old world (Pisces) while chomping at the bit to start the new age (Aries). When the Sun moves into Aries on March 20, it is considered to be the astrological New Year.  A major theme of this year is the end of an era, but we have lots of unfinished business to deal with first.

The Sun enters Pisces on March 18.  As a Scorpio, I personally love this time of year.  Altruistic feelings and dreams feature prominently while spirituality is emphasized. Empathy and compassion are running high and creativity soars.  A major theme of Pisces is letting go and surrendering.  We just need to be mindful of the fact that the shadow side of Pisces is the tendency towards victimhood, self-pity, addiction and escapism.  We can find constructive channels for escapism through music, films and art.  

This is probably going to be the quietest week in February because next week we have Mars stationing direct in Cancer and a New Moon in Pisces so try to enjoy it as much as possible.  The month of March ushers in eclipse season, which will be chock full of more changes...

I would also like to announce that 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. 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. February 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

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

 

 

 

 

 

  

Venus Enters Aquarius and the Sun Sails into Pisces

 

The times they are a changing and there is ample evidence of that this week when Venus joins the Aquarius party on February 16.  We already have the Sun, Mars, Mercury and Pluto there, so now we can expect even more change and a need for freedom in our lives.  Venus in Aquarius has a more unconventional expression of love and craves experimentation.  Venus will remain in Aquarius until March 11 and we can expect to be desiring more space in our relationships as well as a need for fairness.  The lines between friendship and love can also become a bit blurred when Venus is in Aquarius.  Venus in Aquarius is more cerebral and detached; it is not exactly known for being warm and fuzzy but that can be a good thing if we need to talk things out rationally in relationships.  When Venus is transiting the sign of Aquarius we  might also find that our friendships become more important to us.  Venus will be conjunct Pluto in Aquarius on February 17 and this can add more layers of intensity and passion to relationships.  It can also motivate us to be more honest and get to the root of any issues that have been bothering us.  Spoiler alert, it can also bring up issues of control, power, jealousy and obsession on this day.

I would be remiss if I didn't mention that on February 16 we have another blast of Aquarius energy when Mercury in Aquarius squares Uranus in 19 degrees of Taurus.  Uranus is the ruler of Aquarius, so this is indeed a heavy hit as it doubly emphasizes the Aquarian and Uranian vibes. Mercury squaring Uranus can produce nervous energy and anxiety.  It also has a very unpredictable quality and there is a strong likelihood that things might not go as planned.  There is also a sense of brilliant thinking present as new information could emerge as well as different approaches to situations. I have a natal Mercury-Uranus square and I can tell you first-hand that it indicates an original thinker that doesn't follow the pack.  It could be an exciting day in terms of the news. Changes can occur in our routines and there is the potential for misunderstandings in communication.  Since Mercury also rules transportation, please be careful driving on this day too.

On February 18, the Sun enters the mutable water sign of Pisces.  So one planet is leaving the Aquarius party.  I must confess that I tend to love it when the Sun is in Pisces, probably because I am a Scorpio and at least the Sun is literally in my element now. It is in a fun part of my chart-my 5th house.  When the Sun is in Pisces, our focus shifts towards more compassion and empathy for others as altruism rules. We are inclined to follow our dreams and be more creative.  Just be mindful that there is a shadow side of the Sun in Pisces: don't get caught up in self-pity and martyrdom or victimization.  Addiction could rear its ugly head too and there might be a tendency towards escapism when the Sun is in Pisces. Channel that need for escapism constructively by going to the theatre, a museum or a movie.  You get the idea; you don't have to go down the rabbit hole.

On February 22, Venus in Aquarius meets up with Mars in 6 degrees of Aquarius.  This can be a very romantic time as passion and intimacy are amped up a notch.  If your Valentine's Day was a bit lackluster, this could be your chance to make up for it.  It represents an opportunity to meet new friends as well and to be creative.  So please make the most of this day and get out there if possible.

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. February 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.

 

https://twitter.com/danceofphoenix

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

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I also wanted to note that in an ironic twist of fate, one of the latest variants 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

Pisces Season is Here with the Sun and a New Moon But Venus is Moving on into Aries as Mercury Gets Busy

 

The Sun is about to move into one of my favorite signs, Pisces.  It's no secret that I love the sign of Pisces because it is a water sign and trines all of my Scorpio and Cancer planets.  It is a relief for me because the Sun in Aquarius was squaring my Scorpio planets, which wasn't exactly a fun time. The Sun enters Pisces on February 18 and it ushers in a time when the vibe is more dreamy, visionary and spiritual.  Our focus is turned towards having more empathy, compassion and understanding for others. We have a more altruistic perspective and can hopefully act in a kinder fashion. Pisces is a mutable water sign and is inherently quite sensitive.  But because Pisces is the last sign of the zodiac, it can also represent a time of endings, release and healing.  I personally find it to be highly creative as well, perhaps because it is ruled by Neptune.  It's important to remember the Neptune influence, because the shadow side of Neptune is escapism, addiction and victimization.  

On February 19, Venus in Pisces forms an exact sextile to Pluto in 29 degrees of Capricorn.  Venus is exalted in Pisces and when it forms a supportive sextile to Pluto, it can bring opportunities for a deeper, more intense level of loving as well as endings and adjustments.  Whenever a planet is in 29 degrees of a sign, it is considered the anaretic degree and it is extremely potent.  I have my natal Jupiter in 29 degrees and am looking forward to having Venus trine it, but having Pluto oppose it is a mixed bag.  We shall see...

We have another Super New Moon in 1 degree of Pisces on February 20, 2023.  This just means that the Moon will be in its closest approach to the earth.  This will be an extremely emotional New Moon and, spoiler alert, it has the potential to feel overwhelming.  I wouldn't be surprised if this New Moon brings some of us to tears.  But it can also help us to go inward, meditate more deeply and seek inner peace.  It can inspire unconditional love as well.  Mercury in Aquarius is sextiling Chiron in 13 degrees of Aries, which can reinforce the healing theme of a Pisces New Moon.  But just be mindful that the shadow side of a New Moon in Pisces can also bring flooding and deceit in relationships.

Venus moves into Aries on the day of the New Moon.  Venus will be in the cardinal fire sign of Aries until March 16, 2023.  When Venus is in Aries, love will become more spontaneous and direct as we are caught up in the thrill of the chase.  We also tend to be more blunt in our approach as our needs take center stage.  We are very self-focused, which is a marked difference from Venus in Pisces, which is extremely sensitive to the needs of others.  We tend to live in the moment and crave new experiences and adventure. Venus is not the happiest camper in the sign of Aries.

Mercury in Aquarius is squaring Uranus in 15 degrees of Taurus on February 21.  This aspect will bring excitement and changes to our daily lives, but it can also deliver misunderstandings and arguments in our communications.  Anxiety and stress are definitely on the table.  I have a natal Mercury-Uranus square and I can attest to its quality of nervous energy.

But on February 22, 2023, Mercury in Aquarius will be trining Mars in 16 degrees of Gemini.  So there is some relief because it will increase our mental energy and powers of concentration.  We are definitely more persuasive and if any damage occurred on the previous day, this aspect can help to mitigate the damage.

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.  An astrology reading makes a very thoughtful gift. 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. 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 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. February 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 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

 

Pisces Season Begins and Mercury in Aquarius has a Skirmish with Uranus in Taurus

 

Are you feeling the loving vibes yet?  We just had a Full Moon in Leo on February 16, which featured a beautiful conjunction between the two love planets Mars and Venus in Capricorn.  If not, maybe you were feeling the quincunx or inconjunct aspect between the Moon in Leo and Pluto in Capricorn.  Since the Full Moon was conjunct my Pluto in Leo, I felt a sense of imbalance and was required to make several adjustments. On that day I tweeted:

The trickiest aspect with today’s #FullMoon is the Moon in Leo inconjunct Pluto in Capricorn. This can require some adjustments in the areas of power and control. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) February 16, 2022

But if you didn’t reap any benefits from the recent Full Moon, the energy is about to shift dramatically on February 18 when the Sun moves into the mutable water sign of Pisces.  There will be more of an emphasis on emotions and feelings, which is quite a difference from the cerebral nature of the fixed Sun in Aquarius.  We will be motivated to feel, imagine and dream. Empathy, compassion and selflessness will also prevail.  Our intuition and instincts will be more accessible and our emotional sensitivity and spirituality will be heightened.  Creativity will also flourish when the Sun is in Pisces, so this should be a boon for artists, musicians, writers and anyone in the performing arts.

I always feel a bit lighter when the Sun is in Pisces because it starts its transit in my 5^th house of romance, creativity, children and just plain fun.  Not to mention that it makes all of those lovely trines it makes to my Scorpio and Cancer planets.  Of course, we all need to be mindful of the shadow side of Pisces: a tendency to embrace escapism through drugs, alcohol, food or shopping as well as adopting a victim or martyr role.  There can be some confusion present when the Sun is in Pisces because it is such a dreamy sign.  So just be careful not to view the world through rose-colored glasses for the next month.

We shouldn’t forget that the Sun is joining not only Jupiter, but Neptune in Pisces.  Neptune in Pisces is about to see some sweet action from Mars and Venus. Mars in Capricorn will be forming a supportive sextile to Neptune in 22 degrees of Pisces on February 23.  This aspect will increase our sensual desires and has a very romantic vibe. It also fuels our spiritual energy and we can feel compelled to act on reaching our goals.  Since Mars and Venus have been traveling together, Venus will sextile Neptune in 22 degrees of Pisces on the following day, February 24.  Venus sextiling Neptune will inspire us to be more active in our creative endeavors and we just might want to pencil in some more quality time with a loved one.

But we are not done with the Aquarius energy quite yet.  Mercury in Aquarius will be forming an exact square to Uranus in 11 degrees of Taurus on February 24.  I have a natal Mercury-Uranus square and I can tell you that like all squares, it generates a lot of tension.  It is definitely nervous tension that can bring flashes of insight but also impatience. Excitement and change will be in the air but it is very easy to get distracted with this aspect in play. Different perspectives will abound, but be careful not to make any major decisions if you can help it now.  And don’t be surprised if electronics and computers malfunction on this day.

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. 

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.

Dance of the Phoenix is now 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. February 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 recently 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!