Retrograde Mercury Dips Back into Scorpio and a Potent New Moon in Scorpio

 

We are really deeply entrenched in the midst of Scorpio season in addition to Mercury and Jupiter going retrograde during the past week.  I don't know about you, but I really experienced a kick on the 12th when Mars and Mercury were conjunct in Sagittarius.  The truth was quite literally all over the place.

On November 17, the Sun in Scorpio is exactly trining Jupiter in 25 degrees of Cancer.  This is a fantastic aspect that brings growth, prosperity, good luck and opportunities for success. It is a well-deserved cosmic break.  Even if you do encounter obstacles, it helps you overcome them.  This is truly a heavenly gift, so make the most of this day.  The important thing to remember with Jupiter aspects is that if you snooze you lose, so take advantage of whatever favor circumstances cross your path.  We also have the Sun in Scorpio trining Saturn in 25 degrees of Pisces on that day, continuing the theme of a Grand Water Trine.  With Saturn in the mix, we get the perk of being rewarded for our hard work in terms of creating structures.

Mercury has been retrograde in Sagittarius since November 9 and it has been a pretty wild ride so far.  It gets even stranger on November 18 when Mercury dips back into Scorpio.  Mercury will station direct in 20 degrees of Scorpio on November 29 and remains in Scorpio until December 11.  What can we expect with Mercury retrograde in Scorpio?  Fasten your seat belts, there will be more emotional upheaval and introspection in store. There will be more probing and our minds will be laser-focused.  Scorpio is the sign associated with secrets, so we can also anticipate that some big secrets can be revealed.

On November 20, we have a New Moon in 28 degrees of Scorpio.  This one is conjunct retrograde Mercury in Scorpio and opposing Uranus in 29 degrees of Taurus.  It could very well feel like a Full Moon, mark my words.  The Uranus factor indicated the potential for Internet scams on the New Moon, as well as cyberattacks.  Uranus back in Taurus can also trigger financial volatility, especially with that Sun-Mercury-Moon opposition to Uranus.  A New Moon is prime time to set some new intentions for whatever house 28 degrees of Scorpio falls in.  It lands in my 2nd house conjunct my natal Venus in Scorpio.

This is an extremely watery and emotionally intense New Moon.  In addition to the Sun, Moon, Mercury and Venus in Scorpio, we have Saturn and Neptune in Pisces plus Jupiter in Cancer. Don't be surprised if you feel emotionally overwhelmed on this New Moon; you wouldn't be human if you didn't with all of this water energy.  But be mindful that some important truths could come to light that will actually set us free on this New Moon.  Medical and criminal issues can be in the headlines.  We should have the courage to dig deep to get to the truth because Mars in Sagittarius (at 11 degrees on the New Moon) will supply us with a drive for the truth.

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. November 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

 

 

 

 

The Sun and Mercury Make Some Big Moves and a Highly Emotionally Charged Full Moon in Cancer

 

Capricorn season is upon us and true to the cardinal, initiating nature of this earth sign, there is a lot of activity afoot.  The Sun entered Capricorn on the evening of December 21, when I posted:

The Sun enters the cardinal earth sign of Capricorn tonight as our focus shifts to being more responsible, ambitious and practical. We want to achieve our goals and have the energy to do so. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) December 21, 2023

The Sun and retrograde Mercury are conjunct in 1 degree of Capricorn on December 22.  This is also known as Cazimi because the two planets are exactly conjunct. Mercury will literally be in the heart of the Sun, and despite the fact that Mercury is retrograde, its powers are strengthened and illuminated.  So this is a day to make big plans, as is the nature of Capricorn.  And we could be hearing some very important news on this day...

On December 23, retrograde Mercury slides back into Sagittarius until January 13, 2024.  Mercury will be direct on January 1, 2024 (Happy New Year!) but it will station direct in 22 degrees of Sagittarius.  Now we need to be mindful of the fact that Mercury is not a happy camper in the sign of Sagittarius.  Mercury in Sagittarius is more inclined to be careless and less sensitive in terms of how it communicates with others, as it is more impulsive.  It tends to talk first and think later.  And I don't need to remind you that Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius can really muck up travel plans, so please allot extra time to get to your destination.

On Christmas Eve, December 24, the Sun in Capricorn is forming a supportive sextile to Saturn in 2 degrees of Pisces.  This is yet another good omen for the Sun in the hard-working sign of Capricorn.  Saturn is the ruling planet of Capricorn, and it is in a favorable aspect to the Sun.  Rewards and positive results are likely, even if it just means that you managed to score the perfect last-minute Christmas gifts.

How does Christmas Day look?  On December 25, Venus in Scorpio is trining Neptune in 24 degrees of Pisces.  This is a delightful combination that manifests in compassion and empathy.  It is perfect for daydreaming and perhaps catching a movie.  It is not exactly high energy, but it can be quite enjoyable, so make the most of it.  Venus will be exactly conjunct my Venus, so I am looking forward to it...

The water works could be flowing, in a good way, on December 26 when we have our last Full Moon of 2023 in 4 degrees of Cancer. This Full Moon has frequently been referred to as the Cold Moon because it is the first Full Moon after the winter solstice on December 21.  And, let's face it, the weather can be extremely cold at this time of year. The Farmers' Almanac said that the term originated from the Native American tribes.  We can find ourselves being more nostalgic, sentimental and reflective on this Full Moon.  The Moon is also very strong and powerful because it is in its home sign of Cancer. The Moon in Cancer is also sextiling Jupiter in 5 degrees of Taurus, which can bring us more hope and optimism for the future.  Another perk of this Full Moon is that it trines Saturn in 2 degrees of Pisces, helping us to have more patience and endurance to complete whatever we need to wind down at the end of this year.  Chiron is stationing direct in 15 degrees of Aries on the Full Moon, providing another opportunity to heal old emotional wounds and leave the past behind.  It can truly be a healing Full Moon, especially since Chiron has been retrograde since July 23, 2023.

The Sun in Capricorn is trining Jupiter in 5 degrees of Taurus on December 27 and this aspect tends to generate growth, prosperity and opportunities for success.  It is indeed another lucky day, so make the most of it.

I would also like to announce that I have an article featured on the site PowerFortunes.com.  It is called How January 2024 Sets the Stage Astrologically for Another Year of Transition.  It can be found at:  https://bit.ly/3tklcsk 

I want to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas or whatever holiday you celebrate. 

If you still need to purchase a holiday gift, an astrological consultation, tarot reading or distance Reiki session makes a thoughtful and unique gift.

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. December 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: 

https://link.tr.ee/danceofphoenix

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 and Jupiter Do a Happy Dance and a New Moon in Virgo

 

I realize that we are still thick in the heart of retrograde season with Mercury, Saturn, Pluto, Neptune, Uranus, Chiron and recently Jupiter stationing retrograde in 15 degrees of Taurus  on September 4, 2023.  On that day I posted:

Jupiter stations retrograde in Taurus today until 12/30/23. The station amplifies the power of Jupiter but it signifies that luck and faith will be more internalized for the rest of the year. Create your own opportunities. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) September 4, 2023

But Venus did finally move direct on September 3, 2023, when I posted:

Venus stations direct in Leo tonight which can be a boon for self-esteem, love and finances. It has been retrograde since July 22 and has made many feel like we were living Groundhog Day in relationships. We can anticipate some movement at last. #astrology

— Linda Simons (@danceofphoenix) September 3, 2023

So, after the tumultuous times of August, and in spite of retrograde season, I am looking for something to be grateful for these days.  On September 8, we have one of those days.  The Sun in Virgo is exactly trining Jupiter in 15 degrees of Taurus.  This is a delightful aspect that brings optimism, good cheer and a real feel-good, harmonious vibe.  It can expand and improve our spiritual perspective as well as boosting our finances.  It really can be a blessing for career matters. We literally could be feeling lucky on this day.  I realize that Jupiter is retrograde, but I would encourage all of you to take a deep dive into reexamining the wisdom of our decisions.  Jupiter loves to expand whatever it touches, but it is also about truth and knowledge.  The Sun is currently at the end of my 11th house and Jupiter is in my 8th house for another week, which will definitely give me food for thought in terms of my goals and areas that I would like to transform.

On September 14, we have a New Moon in 21 degrees of Virgo. The major theme of a New Moon is to set new intentions.  A New Moon in the sign of Virgo pertains to decluttering, streamlining, clarifying and simplifying.  It's also an ideal time to focus on improving our health and job performance or ways of serving others.

Mercury is prominently featured in this New Moon.  It is also in Virgo and is stationary because it will go direct in 8 degrees of Virgo on September 15.  Whenever a planet is stationing, its power is magnified and intensified.  But Mercury in Virgo is also in a wide opposition to Saturn in 2 degrees of Pisces, which could pose some restrictions in the flow of information.  If you have any health issues that are troubling you, I urge you to get them checked out now because a New Moon in Virgo can get you on the right path to better health.

Neptune in 26 degrees of Pisces is also opposing the Sun and Moon in Virgo on the New Moon, which will add some fog and illusion to the mix.  It also emphasizes health and could pertain to mental health issues.  But it also has the potential to enhance our intuition, so pay attention to your gut instincts and dreams on this New Moon.

Uranus in 22 degrees of Taurus is also trining the Sun and Moon in 21 degrees of Virgo, which can bring a new perspective to health matters.  Uranus lives for the moment, as it loves to expose truth, be totally individual and sometimes iconoclastic as it seeks to awaken us.  We actually have a very wide Grand Earth Trine in place on September 14 involving the Sun and Moon in 21 degrees of Virgo, Uranus in 22 degrees of Taurus and Pluto in 28 degrees of Capricorn.  This holds the potential and promise of building new systems that are very future-oriented, so be sure to meditate and do some kind of ritual on the New Moon to set those intentions for a brighter future.

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:

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. September 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.

 

https://twitter.com/danceofphoenix

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

https://link.tr.ee/danceofphoenix

I 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.  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