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While October appears calm in terms of transits, beneath the surface, a deeper theme is unfolding, one that involves shifting Fear into Wisdom. October opens under the influence of the Spleen Center in Human Design, where the Sun highlights the gates of fear and intuition. This is not a month to project ahead or dwell in the past — it's a month that demands presence. The Full Supermoon in Aries early in the month intensifies this theme, pulling fears, shadows, and hidden truths into the light. WithMercury and Mars in Scorpio at the apex of a Yod, sharp conversations and bold choices become unavoidable. The discomfort you feel is not a mistake — it's a guide, pointing you toward growth and clarity.Tam and I break it all down for you in this podcast.
This weekend marks a powerful shift as the Sun moves into Gate 18 – Realignment in the Spleen Center, while the Earth grounds us in Gate 17 – Anticipation (Opinions). Together, these energies invite us to reevaluate old patterns, heal what no longer serves us, and bring fresh clarity to our perception of the world.We'll also explore the Gene Keys journey from Judgment to Integrity, and how opinions can transform into visionary insight. And with Jupiter now in Gate 62 – Preparation and Saturn returning to Gate 36 – Exploration, the cosmic stage is set for growth, responsibility, and bold new beginnings.Join me as we dive into the astrology, Human Design, and Gene Keys for the weekend ahead. Grab your favorite cup of coffee or tea, and let's chat about what's happening in the sky above. ☕✨
The Spleen Center in Human Design is the oldest awareness center, home to instinct, intuition, and survival. As the Sun begins its annual journey through the Spleen, let's explore what this center teaches us about health, fear, and the quiet whisper of intuition. Learn the difference between defined and undefined Spleens, how fear gates transform into gifts, and why trusting the present moment is key to living your design.
✨ This week's skies open with the Equinox chart (Monday 9/22), marking a seasonal reset and new balance point. On the same day, Mars enters Scorpio, sharpening focus and intensifying desires.
Sunday brings a New Moon Solar Eclipse at 29° Virgo—a powerful degree signaling endings and beginnings. This isn't just any eclipse: three Yods (the “Finger of God” aspect) converge, pointing toward Venus, Mars, and the Saturn-Neptune bridge. Each asks us to choose love, compassion, and spiritual embodiment over discord.In Human Design, the Sun enters Gate 46 – Embodiment (The Love of the Body) while the Earth grounds us in Gate 25 – Spirit (Universal Love). Together, these gates open a field of love, presence, and alignment with divine order.This is a partial eclipse, meaning the Sun's light isn't fully obscured—reminding us that even in moments of shadow, clarity and love are available.✨ In this broadcast, we'll explore:The meaning of a 29° Virgo eclipse at the threshold of change.The role of Venus, Mars, and Saturn-Neptune in the three Yods.How the Human Design gates 46 & 25 call us to embody love and spirit.Why this eclipse is less about fear and more about choosing love in times of tension.Join me for this deep dive into a spectacular eclipse that asks: Will you heed the call of love?
This week's skies are alive with movement! The Sun in Gate 6 – Impact and the Earth in Gate 36 – Exploration set the stage for bold new experiences. Venus in Leo sextiles Mars in Libra, Mercury in Virgo opposes Saturn in Pisces, and then the week accelerates with Jupiter entering Gate 62 – Preparation, Mercury shifting into Libra, and Venus moving into Virgo.These inner planet movements act like cosmic signposts, nudging you toward change, new choices, and deeper awareness. And all of this unfolds in the shadow of next weekend's Solar Eclipse in Virgo—a powerful reset point. Join me as we explore how this impacts your personal path and how to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
This weekend brings powerful clarity and momentum as the Sun and Mercury in Virgo form a supportive sextile to Jupiter in Cancer. Both Sun and Mercury are traveling together in Virgo and will meet in exact conjunction on Saturday, highlighting fresh insights, breakthroughs, and a reset in your mindset.In Human Design, the Sun and Mercury are both activating Gate 47 – Mindset, while Jupiter holds space in Gate 53 – Starting. This alignment offers you the opportunity to release confusion, shift perspective, and open the door to meaningful new beginnings.✨ What we'll explore today:How the Virgo–Cancer sextile supports growth and clarity.The Mercury–Sun conjunction as a spark of new understanding.Gate 47's journey from oppression → transmutation → transfiguration.How Jupiter in Gate 53 brings long-term expansion through fresh starts.Grab your coffee or tea, and join me live for a practical yet soulful look at what this week's transits mean for you.
The Pisces Lunar Eclipse has everyone buzzing, but what's the real impact—and what do you do now that it's here?
The cosmos is guiding us from uncertainty to insight this weekend. On Friday, Uranus stations retrograde in Gemini, shaking up patterns and sparking breakthroughs where we least expect them. Then on Sunday, a powerful Lunar Eclipse in Pisces dissolves illusions, clears old emotional debris, and opens the way for spiritual renewal.At the same time, the new Human Design week brings the Sun into Gate 64 – Divine Transference and the Earth into Gate 63 – Curiosity, reminding us that confusion is not the end—it's the gateway to clarity and wisdom when we stay curious.Join me as we explore how to navigate these energies, release what no longer serves, and trust the process of confusion transforming into clarity.
This week begins with a shift in the cosmic tempo. Saturn retrogrades back into Pisces on September 1, inviting us to revisit unfinished lessons from 2023–2024. It's a call to tie up loose ends, close karmic loops, and ground our spiritual insights into practical form before Saturn moves fully into Aries again in 2026.At the same time, the Sun and Earth are in Human Design Gates 40 (Restoration) and 37 (Peace), setting the tone for the new week. The focus is on striking a balance between self-reliance and connection, honoring the need for both independence and a sense of belonging.The Moon's journey adds flavor to the weekend: moving from Scorpio into Sagittarius, it shifts us from intensity and depth into optimism and expansion—perfect for Labor Day reflection and renewal.Overall theme: A week of restoration, reconnection, and review. The cosmos invites us to pause, integrate, and realign before the larger activations of September unfold.
It's a quiet weekend in the skies — the perfect pause before September's whirlwind begins. The new Human Design week invites us into Gate 40 – Restoration and Gate 37 – Peace, a call to rest, recover, and reconnect with what truly nourishes us. The Moon moves from Scorpio into Sagittarius, shifting the emotional tone from deep reflection to expansive curiosity. Join me as we explore how to align with this weekend's gentle energies and prepare for the transformative month ahead.
Theme of the Month: Sacred Reform – Turning Pressure into PurposeSeptember is a month of thresholds and turning points. With two eclipses activating the Virgo–Pisces axis, Saturn opposing the Sun, and multiple planets pressed at 29° “critical degrees,” the skies ask you to close karmic loops and step into new beginnings with accountability and integrity. This isn't light or casual energy—it's reformative, catalytic, and deeply purposeful.The Human Design story mirrors this. You begin in confusion and doubt (64/63), pass through grace (22) and compassion (36), and arrive at embodiment (46) and realignment (18). September's gift is that every challenge, every shadow, is also a doorway into integrity and delight. The eclipses remind you: destiny resets under pressure. The question is—will you meet it with heaviness, or with the joy of embodied purpose?Tune in as Tam and I break it all down for you.
Venus takes the stage this week with fiery passion, surprising turns, and transformative encounters. From her bold entrance into Leo to her dance with Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto, Venus reminds us what (and who) we truly value.Meanwhile, the Sun in Gate 59 – Sustainability and Earth in Gate 55 – Faith call us to cultivate intimacy and emotional trust, opening the door to greater freedom in spirit.
This weekend's Virgo New Moon is no ordinary fresh start.
This week brings powerful shifts as the Sun shines through Gate 29 – Commitment and the Earth grounds us in Gate 30 – Passion. Jupiter moves into Gate 53 – Starting, opening new doors, while Pluto steps into Gate 60 – Conservation, reminding us to honor what is lasting and true. Adding to the mix, Mercury in Leo sextiles Mars in Libra, inspiring bold conversations and cooperative action. Join me as we explore how these cosmic and Human Design energies invite you to align with what matters most, begin fresh cycles, and balance passion with wisdom.Join the Autumn Eclipses Webinar: https://choosebigchange.com/products/astroinklings-webinar-series-2025?variant=46411650007232
The Phoenix of Reform
This week's cosmic currents bring mental breakthroughs, emotional truth, and heart-centered leadership. With the Sun in Gate 4 (Possibility) and Earth in Gate 49 (Revolution), it's time to envision a better future—and stand for it. Mercury stations direct in Leo's Gate 31, urging you to lead with authenticity, while Saturn-Neptune sextile Uranus offers the perfect blend of innovation and grounded vision. Venus meets Jupiter in Cancer, blessing love, connection, and abundance, and Mercury sextiles Mars for bold yet tactful action.
This week's Full Moon in Aquarius is no ordinary lunation—it's a cosmic revelation. With the Moon shining light on truths long hidden and Mars fully activating a rare Kite configuration, we're being pulled into a collective storyline of transformation. Join me as we explore what it means to drop the mask, harness your energy for real change, and navigate the powerful currents of innovation, purpose, and truth. Plus: Venus-Jupiter softness, the power of Gate 13 in Human Design, and how Mars in Libra shifts the way we fight for the future.
This week's sky invites a shift—from force to finesse, from reaction to reflection. Mars enters Libra, encouraging us to pursue peace, balance, and relational clarity. At the same time, the Sun moves into Gate 7 – Collaboration – and the Earth into Gate 13 – Narrative, spotlighting the roles we play in group dynamics and the stories that shape our shared past and future.We'll explore:
This weekend brings a softer cosmic rhythm, but don't be fooled—there's deep emotional work happening behind the scenes. Venus in Cancer squares Saturn and Neptune, pressing us to clarify the difference between emotional fantasy and heartfelt responsibility. What stories are you still carrying? With the Sun in Gate 33 (Retelling) and the Earth in Gate 19 (Attunement), it's a powerful time to reflect, rewrite, and reconnect. Join me for a soulful broadcast where we explore how emotional maturity, inner attunement, and spiritual boundaries guide us into a new chapter of self-love and connection.
It's almost August, and that makes it time for Tam and me to break down all the AstroDesign (Astrology & Human Design) you need to know to THRIVE! Notable August happenings include Mercury Direct, Venus into Leo, and an interesting Kite Configuration! Here's the link to download your August Monthly Calendar:https://living-astrology.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Aug-2025-Month-at-a-Glance-Calendar-scaled-e1753735067618.jpeg
Today, we're taking the next step in our Pluto in Aquarius journey. If you watched Friday's episode, you know we've gone deep. We've named the strongman. We've decoded the authoritarian playbook. We've called forward the midwives of the new world.But today we ask the question that lives in the hearts of every awakened soul:Now what?How do we rise?What can we actually do?”We'll also chat about Venus' move into Cancer and the Mercury-Sun conjunction this week.
Today's Sun-Pluto opposition marks a potent moment for truth to confront power. In this episode, we begin a 3-part series on Pluto in Aquarius with Part 1: The Death of the Strongman. We'll explore how Pluto is dismantling the old archetype of control, manipulation, and dominance—and why Trump's recent actions (and inaction) are part of the larger cosmic pattern.Additionally, we'll explore the new Human Design week with the Sun in Gate 31 – The Leader, and discuss what this means for authentic, collective-aligned leadership moving forward.
The Sun moves into Leo this week and a powerful New Moon follows, forming rare and dynamic aspects to Uranus, Saturn, Neptune, and Pluto. We'll explore what this "cosmic boat" pattern means, how to align with creative courage, and why this lunation sets the stage for soul-level transformation. Plus, Jupiter enters Gate 39—Provocation—challenging us to grow beyond our comfort zone.
While the astrology sky is light on transits this weekend, there's still magic in the air. Mercury in Leo forms a playful sextile with Venus in Gemini, fostering creative communication and heart-centered connection. Meanwhile, the Human Design week kicks off on Saturday with the Sun entering Gate 56 – Expansion, the Gate of the Storyteller, and the Earth grounding us in Gate 60 – Conservation.In today's show, we'll explore how to harness these energies to speak your truth, express your unique journey, and balance adventure with stability. It's a perfect time to ask: What story are you here to share?
It's a light week, astrologically speaking, with only a Mercury retrograde on tap (as if that's not enough! LOL). Mercury retrogrades in Leo this time, and we can all take a moment or 3 weeks to get clear on where our hearts are. This pause in the astrological sky provides an opportunity for me to review some Human Design with you, starting with the Centers.
Saturn begins his retrograde journey in fiery Aries on July 10, pausing at 1°56′ before making a rare return to the final degree of Pisces on September 1. This powerful rewind continues until November 27, when Saturn stations direct at 25°09′ Pisces. We won't see Saturn re-enter Aries until February 13, 2026.In today's broadcast, we'll explore what this retrograde means for you:
This week kicks off with a jolt of fresh energy as Uranus enters Gemini and Human Design Gate 20-Patience, inviting radical presence and future-focused change. At the same time, the new HD week begins with the Sun in Gate 53-Starting and the Earth in Gate 54-Drive, setting the tone for ambitious, grounded beginnings. Midweek, the Capricorn Full Moon brings a powerful culmination, prompting us to align our long-term goals with our inner truth. Join me for an exploration of how to navigate these dynamic shifts using Astrology, Human Design, and a bit of cosmic wisdom.
It's the last day of June and the start of a powerful new Human Design week. The Sun moves into Gate 39 – Recalibration, and the Earth grounds us in Gate 38 – Struggle. Today's broadcast explores the Root Center's pressure to evolve and how emotional clarity is essential before taking aligned action. You'll also learn how this week's energy sets the tone for July's deeper theme of liberation, purpose, and inner recalibration. Plus, a quick peek at Friday's big shifts: Venus into Gemini and Neptune turning retrograde.
The cosmos is pulling no punches this week.We begin with Mars sextile Jupiter — a burst of motivation and potential — but immediately run into the walls of reality: the Sun squares Saturn and Neptune, challenging us to separate wishful thinking from what's actually sustainable.Wednesday's Cancer New Moon is potent and pressurized, with a Yod pointing directly at Mars in Virgo, suggesting we must act, but wisely. Jupiter's conjunction to the New Moon brings hope, but its inconjunct to Pluto warns us that transformation demands sacrifice.Join me for a deep dive into what this “ominous” New Moon really asks of us — and how to find clarity amidst the emotional fog.
Today on Living Astrology, we explore the energetic contrast between sharp precision and soft focus as Mars enters Virgo, bringing a drive for order, improvement, and grounded action. At the same time, Jupiter in Cancer squares Neptune in Aries, stirring emotional expansion, idealistic vision, and potential confusion about what's real and what's wishful thinking.How do we stay anchored in truth while honoring our dreams? What happens when practical drive collides with spiritual yearning?We'll also preview the upcoming Summer Solstice—the gateway into a new season of light.
Today's broadcast arrives under powerful skies. On the 13th, the Nodes shift into Gate 22 (Grace) and Gate 47 (Mindset), marking a karmic pivot in holding emotional energy and mental stories. Meanwhile, Mars squares Uranus, and Jupiter squares Saturn, creating a volatile cocktail of urgency, rebellion, and a challenge to structure. These are fireworks in the making—cosmic ones, that is.As we move into a new Human Design week with the Sun in Gate 12 (Caution/Graceful Expression) and the Earth in Gate 11 (Ideas), we're invited to speak with presence and clarity in a world swirling with unrest.Join Janet Hickox of Living Astrology as we decode what this weekend's high-stakes astrology means for you, and how to move with grace under pressure.
Join me as we explore this week's cosmic dance: Venus enters earthy Taurus, anchoring your values and desires, while Mercury conjuncts Jupiter in Gemini for a burst of brilliance before gliding into the intuitive waters of Cancer. We'll also unpack Mercury's square to Saturn and Neptune in Aries, Venus in Taurus squaring Pluto in Aquarius, and look ahead to Jupiter's move into Cancer on June 9. Let's decode what these planetary shifts mean for you!
We begin the week with the Moon in Virgo square the Sun in Gemini, marking the Crisis of Action in the lunar cycle—a call to bring your ideas to life with practical, purposeful steps. Jupiter and the Earth activate the Channel of Natural Order, grounding you in your natural rhythm, while Venus and Mercury's sextiles to Jupiter and Mars spark creativity, connection, and confidence. Let's explore how to balance curiosity and practicality and embrace the opportunities this week offers!
On May 30, Mercury aligns with the heart of the Sun at 9° Gemini, forming what astrologers call the Superior Conjunction, or Mercury Cazimi. This is Mercury in full radiance—direct, fast-moving, and mentally ablaze in its own sign. This is not subtle astrology. It's a mind-on-fire moment.We'll also explore the Human Design Sun/Earth and round out the podcast by examining Gemini through the Human Design Gates.
June is a pivot month—less about external speed, more about emotional intelligence, mindset alignment, and trusting the restructuring process. There's pressure to evolve (Jupiter-Saturn), potential chaos to navigate (Mars-Uranus), and an invitation to ground into grace (Nodes + Mars in Virgo + Mercury in Cancer).Listen as Janet Hickox of Living Astrology and Tam Veilleux of the Energy Almanac share June's important Astrology and Human Design aspects.
Get ready for a powerful holiday weekend in the cosmos! Saturn enters Aries, igniting a new long-term cycle of bold responsibility, while Mercury activates breakthrough after breakthrough, conjuncts Uranus, enters Gemini, and makes visionary connections to Saturn, Neptune, and Pluto. It all builds toward Monday's Gemini New Moon, opening a fresh chapter for your voice, ideas, and aligned path forward. Join me for a deep dive into this high-frequency weekend of transformation!
From Ideas to Impact: Grounding Inspiration with Cosmic PrecisionThis week, the Sun's move into Gemini opens the door to fresh thoughts and visions, but the real magic comes from how well this airy inspiration connects with grounded, action-ready energies. The Human Design week of Responsive Power, with the Sun in Gate 20-Patience and the Earth in Gate 34-Power helps us to find the right things to take action on. Saturn's move into Aries, Mercury's brilliance with Uranus, and a Venus-Mars fire trine make this a potent week of vision put into motion.
This weekend's energy is electric—Sun meets Uranus in Taurus, and Mercury in Taurus squares Mars in Leo. Expect surprise insights, bold words, and a shake-up in your thinking. We'll also explore the key Mercury transits still to come this month and how to work with them.
We dive into the Scorpio Full Moon, still carrying the energy of Gate 43 (Insight) and Gate 23 (Assimilation). Mercury squares Pluto, intensifying mental transformation. We preview Thursday's new Human Design week with the Sun in Gate 8 (Contribution) and Earth in Gate 14 (Power).
This week's energy is all about moving from mental noise to inner clarity—can you trust your unique knowing?We begin a new Human Design week with the Sun in Gate 23 – Assimilation and the Earth in Gate 43 – Insight, highlighting the power of simplifying complex thoughts into clear, authentic expression. This energy asks you to trust your inner voice—even if others don't understand it yet.On Saturday, Mercury shifts into Taurus, grounding our thoughts and communication. Expect your mind to crave calm, sensual simplicity, and tangible plans.
When the Wounded Healer (Chiron) stands with the Disruptor (Eris), old pain and suppressed anger rise to the surface—not to harm, but to heal. This broadcast explores how this rare alignment calls us to reclaim the parts of ourselves we've exiled to keep the peace.This week, we spotlight the powerful Chiron-Eris conjunction in Aries. What happens when your deepest wounds meet your inner disruptor? Join us for a deep dive into healing, rage, and radical self-acceptance.
This weekend delivers a cosmic trifecta: Venus melts into Neptune's dreamscape, a new Human Design week opens the door to purpose and creativity, and Pluto stations retrograde, calling us inward for transformation.Join me for an insightful broadcast where we explore how to navigate the mystical, the meaningful, and the deeply personal energies of May 2–4.
May is upon us, and with it, another outer planet changing Zodiac signs. In this case, the big news is Saturn moving into Aries to join with Neptune. We also have the first outer planet retrograde this month - Pluto - taking the transformative nature of his energy inward. There are many other transits to learn about this morning!
Join me for the Living Astrology broadcast as we step into a new Human Design week, with the Sun in Gate 24 — Blessings — and the Earth in Gate 44 — Truth. This is a powerful invitation to quiet mental noise, release the need to "figure it all out," and instead trust your body's wisdom and your heart's timing.We'll also explore Venus' return to fiery Aries and her mystical union with Neptune — a bold new start for love, creativity, and soul-aligned passion. This Venus-Neptune conjunction asks you to dream courageously but stay rooted in what's real.✨ We'll dive into the rare awakening of the Galactic Center — the gravitational heart of our Milky Way galaxy — which is stirring after centuries of quiet. This cosmic activation mirrors the deeper transformation unfolding within us: a call to awaken our inner truth, trust the unseen, and step into a larger destiny.April ends not with chaos, but with a clarifying blessing:Trust yourself. Trust your timing. The universe is shifting — and so are you.
Big emotions, bold moves, and a brand-new beginning. This weekend's sky calls you to choose presence over pressure—and plant new seeds in potent ground.On Friday, the Moon lights up Aries, firing through a series of aspects that stir passion, imagination, and quick decisions. With Mars and Pluto heating up in an exact opposition on Saturday, the energy may feel volcanic—power struggles, breakthroughs, and clarity are all on the table.Then on Sunday, we enter sacred territory: the New Moon in Taurus, seeded inside a rare and potent Fixed Grand Cross. This isn't just a new beginning—it's a cosmic turning point.
Rooted in Truth: Astrology & Human Design for a Power-Filled WeekThis week's sky is charged with transformation, challenge, and the call to personal responsibility. The Sun enters Taurus and immediately forms a T-square with Mars in Leo and Pluto in Aquarius—an invitation to ground into your truth while navigating pressure from all directions. From deep emotional stirrings to powerful Pluto squares and a New Moon bursting with evolutionary potential, this is not a week for playing small.In Human Design, we enter a new week with the Sun in Gate 27 – Accountability and the Earth in Gate 28 – Challenge. It's time to nourish what truly matters and confront where you may be resisting growth. Join me as we explore how to harness these potent energies to root more deeply into your purpose and rise in power.
This Easter weekend is a cosmic turning point—one of grounded boldness, creative resurrection, and realignment with your true values. It's not just about coming back to life… It's about coming back as more of who you really are.
The week starts quietly enough - or does it? Now that Venus is moving forward, and we've passed through the full moon window, the signs all point us toward action. Midweek, Mercury recently moved out of retrograde and sprints into Aries, a sign of bold actions and forward momentum. Then there's Mars, who has been in the sign of Cancer for a long while and is moving into Leo, a sign more to his liking. (This is another sign that we're moving forward.)Lastly, as we head into the weekend, the Sun makes his way into Taurus. So, while it is not a wild week, the week ahead holds some promise for making strides in our lives. Get your running shoes on!
This week is packed with powerful energies:✨ Mercury turns Direct in Pisces – Time to move forward with clarity and intuition.✨ Venus conjunct Saturn in Pisces (April 8) – Reality check in love, creativity, and values.✨ Full Moon in Libra (April 12) – Illuminating balance, relationships, and harmony.In Human Design, we're working with some deep and transformative Gates:☀️ Sun in Gate 51 - Shock (April 5-9): Awakening through disruption and courage.
Big cosmic waves are building—are you ready to ride them?