Insight Astrology

Pluto and Mars retrograde: seek out what lies beneath

With both Pluto and Mars retrograde from 17 April two powerful engines of the self are turned inward. This brings the number of planets currently retrograde to four, along with Jupiter and Saturn, and marks a period where many people will be directing their efforts inward, consolidating matters that have been neglected and putting their [read more...]

Secondary progressions as an indicator of inner growth

As astrologers we have many tools available that allow us to interpret past, present and future planetary energies to our birth chart. The most used technique is of course daily planetary transits with the next most used one being Secondary Progressions or more commonly just as “Progressions” even though other types of progressions [read more...]

Venus in Aries: strengths and opportunities in relationship

With Venus now in Aries you may feel a distinct shift in how you do relationships and connect with others. Venus is in its detriment in Aries, however that doesn’t mean that this combo doesn’t have anything positive to offer. This transit will be particularly empowering for those who tend towards martyrdom in their relationships. It [read more...]

Retrograde Saturn and a lunar eclipse in Libra: self and other

The much anticipated lunar eclipse in Libra will occur on 23 March, followed closely by the beginning of the 2016 retrograde Saturn cycle on the 25th. With the Moon in ‘other’ focused Libra this transit will have a strong impact on intimate relationships, especially as Libra’s ruler Venus is moving into a t-square [read more...]

Sun square Saturn triggers Jupiter Chiron opposition: find balance

In the last few days Sun square Saturn has triggered something inside me. I’ve been feeling the Chiron / Jupiter opposition for some time; with Jupiter activating the Virgo North Node by conjunction I’ve been heavily focused on getting the practical details of my life in order and yet I’ve had this nagging feeling that [read more...]

Mars in Sagittarius: a galloping archer on a beach

With Mars in Sagittarius from Monday 7 March our physical energy and drive will get a real boost. Our desire to explore, learn and travel will be stronger as the archetype of the adventurer is activated within us. We’ll feel brave, capable and ready for anything but may have little stamina or focus. Due to Mars turning retrograde [read more...]

Moon square Saturn and trine Pluto: emotional restraint

With Moon square Saturn exact on 23 February and a trine with Pluto currently perfecting there may be some very strong feelings that feel somehow difficult to express. Moon square Saturn can feel emotionally heavy and sometimes result in a very blue day! But the trine to Pluto will free things up somewhat and help channel the energy in a [read more...]

Mercury in Aquarius: systems thinking may neglect the individual

With Mercury in Aquarius since Sunday 14 February you may have noticed a subtle shift in your thinking and communication style. Being an air sign Mercury functions well in Aquarius. The mind is likely to be sharp and astute with flashes of inspiration, and there will be a tendency to look at things in a very objective, scientific, and [read more...]

Next Know Yourself Online Astrology Course begins 2 March

Since the last Know Yourself Astrology Course some pretty amazing changes have occurred in my life: the most exciting is that my husband and I found out we are pregnant with our first child and have made the big move home from Europe to live in Australia. After a lot of tumult, and a very pleasant few weeks catching up with friends and [read more...]

Mars sextile Jupiter: time to act is now

Mars sextile Jupiter is exact on Sunday 14 February but will be in effect from Tuesday 9 until Friday 19 February. During this time acting on opportunities that come our way is likely to have very good results. Be on the look out: you never know where the next clue will appear. Perhaps it’s that person who strikes up a conversation [read more...]

Venus conjunct Pluto: focus on healing relationships

Venus conjunct Pluto provides an excellent opportunity to work on relationship issues, particularly with twin supportive sextiles to Chiron and Mars. But beware the ongoing Pluto-Uranus square which could high jack all your good intentions and have you reacting with counter-productive volatility and rebellion! Effective from 4 February, [read more...]

Venus in Capricorn as Mercury activates Uranus-Pluto square

Venus moved into cool as a cucumber Capricorn on Sunday and this will be a definite calming energy as Mercury conjoins Pluto and triggers the very-much-still-active Uranus-Pluto square. This is a volatile combination that may have you speaking a little more harshly than you might otherwise, perhaps even getting caught up in verbal [read more...]

Sun in Aquarius: time to manifest a new reality

With the Sun in Aquarius for the coming month there’s a real opportunity to manifest something new and innovative in our lives and in the world around us. The Sun entered Aquarius on 20 January 2016 where it remains until 20 February when it moves into Pisces. This is a great time to initiate a new social enterprise or any kind of [read more...]

Venus trine Uranus: someone you meet could change your life

I love the energy of Venus trine Uranus. Under its influence you will be open to exploring areas of your relationships that you might never be willing to touch otherwise. This is an energy with the potential to unblock gridlocked power struggles, reveal new paths that will take the two of you forward and liven up stale or stagnant [read more...]

Mars in Scorpio: the art of getting what you want

Everyone wants something and during Mars in Scorpio we may be willing to sacrifice a lot more than usual to get it. Due to retrograde motion Mars in Scorpio will last almost seven months from 3 January to 3 August 2016. Mars enters Sagittarius on 7 March, then retrogrades and returns to Scorpio on 28 May, remaining there until 3 August. [read more...]

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