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Astrology of October 2021: obstacle illusions

The Astrology of October 2021 features a series of trines to Jupiter, which on the most basic level represent opportunity, along with several oppositions to Chiron, and squares to Pluto and Saturn. Many times in our lives opportunities arise and we fail to take advantage of them, not because there are real, physical obstacles that [read more...]

Astrology of September 2021: into the unknown

The Astrology of September 2021 features a series of transits from the faster moving personal planets to the slow moving outer ones. This suggests a gradual shift in our being as we transition the stormy waters created by the Saturn Uranus square which, although currently out of orb, is creating some pretty serious upheaval in our social [read more...]

Astrology of August 2021: it’s ok to change your mind

The Astrology of August 2021 continues to trigger the ongoing Saturn Uranus square, with the Sun and Mercury both forming t-squares with the pair in the early part of the month. Although Saturn and Uranus are currently out of orb, the Sun and Mercury will trigger first one and then the other, creating a strong sense of cognitive [read more...]

The Astrology of July 2021: the paradox of freedom

Man is condemned to be free; because once thrown into the world, he is responsible for everything he does. Jean-Paul Sartre This quote by Sartre really sums up the energy of the Saturn Uranus square, which is triggered this month by both Venus and Mars. The t-square formed, first by one and then the other personal planet, will bring this [read more...]

Astrology of June 2021: break free of self imposed limits

After the intensity of the total lunar eclipse on 27 May this is a good time for self-reflection and the astrology of June 2021 supports this. The Astrology of June 2021 has two very different sides. On the one hand it’s all about recognising our self-imposed limits to change. On the other it’s about acceptance, and letting [read more...]

Astrology of May 2021: Speak from the heart

The Astrology of May 2021 has an inward going quality that also favours relationships. It’s as though we have an opportunity this month to go inward together. Pluto is currently retrograde, remaining so until 7 October, and both Saturn and Mercury turn retrograde during the course of the month. At the same time we see a series of [read more...]

Astrology of April 2021: moving towards social ecology

The Astrology of April 2021 sees the Sun, Mercury and Venus all moving through Taurus. This energy is usually very grounding, but in this case each of these fast moving planets will pass over Uranus at 9/10 degrees Taurus, triggering the square between Saturn and Uranus, which is the defining transit of 2021. Saturn square Uranus will [read more...]

The Astrology of March 2021: reconnect with spirit

The Astrology of March 2021 has a very Piscean quality to it with the Sun, Mercury and Venus all spending about half the month in the sign. Over the course of the month they all conjoin Neptune, ruler of Pisces, further enhancing the energy of Pisces and creating conditions favourable to spiritual connection and empathy. Beware however, [read more...]

Astrology of February 2021: Saturn square Uranus

The astrology of February 2021 is less busy than January, in terms of the number of transits occurring, but the whole month is over-shadowed by continuing squares between Aquarius and Taurus, most importantly the much discussed square between Saturn and Uranus, which is likely to stir things up quite a bit. The Saturn Uranus square is [read more...]

Saturn square Uranus: old structures succumb to a new vision

On 15 June, Saturn square Uranus becomes exact for the second time. This is the second of three exact contacts of Saturn square Uranus, the much discussed and defining transit of 2021. This time Saturn square Uranus may manifest in a more inward turning way, as Saturn will be retrograde. The planets connect at 13 degrees of Aquarius and [read more...]

Astrology of January 2021: a powerful force for change

Welcome to 2021! I think it’s safe to say that many of us are relieved to see the back of 2020, which has been a tough year on so many levels. And from where I’m sitting 2021 is looking way less intense. Of course every year has its challenges and in 2021 this comes in the form of a square between Saturn and Uranus. Due to retrograde [read more...]

Saturn conjunct Jupiter: the Great Conjunction. What rules you?

Saturn conjunct Jupiter, called the Great Conjunction, occurs once every twenty years or so. It lasts for around a month and due to its significant impact on the socio-political level, and especially on governance, it is known traditionally as the King Maker. Saturn and Jupiter connect at 0’30” of Aquarius, on 21 December [read more...]

Astrology of December 2020: the Great Conjunction in Aquarius

The big highlight of the Astrology of December 2020 is the long awaited and much discussed Great Conjunction between Jupiter and Saturn, just days after the pair enter the visionary sign of Aquarius. This transit happens around once every twenty years. Known as the ‘king-maker’ it brings a significant shift in the governance. [read more...]

Astrology of November 2020: Jupiter Pluto Pallas conjunction

After the turmoil of the last few months the astrology of November 2020 is looking like a piece of cake! I for one am incredibly relieved as the t-square between Mars and Jupiter, Pluto and Saturn has hit our family pretty hard. It’s been a tough time and even while I see that the hard work has been productive, I am looking forward [read more...]

Astrology of October 2020: Retrograde Mercury opposed Uranus

The Astrology of October 2020 is a mixed bag and how it plays out for you will depend greatly on your natal placements. September was a challenging month for many with the square between Mars and Saturn creating a tension that while highly productive for many, was also exhausting and relentless. Squares are like that: they signify [read more...]

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