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Tune into the astrological trends of May 2025with Kerry's monthly Vedic astrology forecast.The latter half of May sees Jupiter, Rahu, and Ketu changing signs while the inner planets are moving forward toward new horizons, breaking up some of the intense combinations of March and April. By early June, we could feel as if we've truly moved on with confidence.NINE PLANETS SUMMARY SUN: The Sun begins May by finishing his Aries transit, helping us to initiate new beginnings with our whole hearts. On May 14, Sun moves to Taurus encouraging us to take time for our creative efforts and relationships.MOON: The full Moon of May 12th lands in Libra, ushering us through small or large victories that lead us into the next chapter. The Moon wanes through the latter part of May, coming into union with the Sun in Taurus on May 26th, inviting us to ground and re-set. Both lunar events of May occur in Venus signs while Venus remains exalted, bringing connective vibes all month!MARS: For all of May, Mars is in Cancer, which could be challenging in the sense of maintaining focus and efficiency. With Rahu's aspect receding, the boat could become more steady as the month goes on. This is good energy for mustering emotional courage.MERCURY: Mercury's on the move in May, squeezing from Pisces into Aries on May 6th, and racing forward to Taurus on May 23rd. This is an indication that we've got projects and plans moving forward; with intelligent Mercury moving fast, take time to slow down and double check details.JUPITER: Positive, growth promoting, and abundant, Jupiter guides us on our path and reminds us to find our teachers and teachings. On May 14th Jupter moves away from Taurus and into Gemini, which will be benefit the air signs Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius. Rapid and variable growth patterns are expected, especially for education related projects.VENUS: Venus spends most of May in exaltation and moving away from chaos created by the action in Pisces through March and April. Tune in to your divine flow and begin to reconnect channels that may have been disrupted. Venus moves to Aries on May 29th which makes June go time for creative projects.SATURN: Saturn and Rahu continue their wrestling match through mid-May, beginning to release grip and slide in opposite directions. We are moving out of the phase where we analyze what we want vs what is possible and settling into creating a routine that will support our new advances.RAHU: The shadow planet Rahu, symbolized as a disembodied head, moves out Hello! I'm Kerry Shamblin and I practice jyotisha, also known as Vedic astrology. I have been offering a monthly forecast since 1999 where I track how the planets are moving through the sky and how they may be affecting our life on Earth. I also work directly with others through counseling, teaching, and mentoring. Thank you for listening to this presentation. If you are interested in following my work, look for Kerry Shamblin Astrology on YouTube, Spotify, Patreon, Facebook and Instagram. My monthly forecast is published in written and audio format on my web site: planetaryinfluence.com, where you can join my email list or book a one-on-one session with me. My goal is to light your path toward a joyful and liberated life experience. Kerry offers private sessions and mentoring. BOOK A SESSION.Find updates on Kerry's: Web Site, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Substack, Patreon, or Email List

Tune into the astrological trends of April 2025with Kerry's monthly Vedic astrology forecast.March madness continues into April as retrograde Mercury and Venus buzz around Pisces. Expect a tipping point at the full Moon on April 12th and then let gravity take its course. Find a balance between letting go of the defunct and preserving what produces.NINE PLANETS SUMMARY SUN: The Sun faces some turbulence navigating out of troubled waters during the first half of April, when we could face big decisions that need fast answers. April 13th sees the Sun disembarking into Aries, his sign of exaltation, where we begin forward progress and strategic execution.MOON: Early April sees the Moon waxing, mentally preparing us for the tipping point that comes with the full Moon at the last degree of Virgo on April 12th. It's time to move from transition to initiation and creation. The Moon wanes as April winds down, coming to a new Moon in Aries on April 27th, inviting us to root into our new directions.MARS: On April 2nd, Mars roves back into Cancer for another deep dive into emotional processing. The plan is to face fears, be accountable, and find courage to move forward even though discomfort is your companion. In the depths of these waters lies the desire that fuels you. This opportunity for vulnerability is ripe through June 6th.MERCURY: Mercury's retrograde cycle in Pisces stops on April 7th, when we should all take a small break and get our bearings before attempting to be on our way. We may still be bearing with confusion, choices, and incomplete data sets as Mercury swims toward shore, following the Sun into Aries on May 6th. Slow down and be deliberate.JUPITER: April is Jupiter's last full calendar month in Taurus, so watch out for those sprouts coming up in the earth signs as Jupiter scatters his parting seeds in hopes of future growth opportunities. Now is the time to creatively integrate lessons that are soon to springboard you in new directions.VENUS: Venus has completed her transition to morning appearance and will begin to shine before sunrise in the stars of Pisces during April. April 12th sees Venus resuming direct motion in the midst of a very intense conjunction of Rahu and Saturn. April will be an enormous diplomacy challenge that sees the masses pulling together for a common cause.SATURN: Saturn embarks upon a nearly three year journey through Pisces in April, immediately coming into a tight meeting with Rahu, which could cause confusion and sudden situations that have long term consequences. Make sure guardrails and boundaries are in place because a well placed “no, Hello! I'm Kerry Shamblin and I practice jyotisha, also known as Vedic astrology. I have been offering a monthly forecast since 1999 where I track how the planets are moving through the sky and how they may be affecting our life on Earth. I also work directly with others through counseling, teaching, and mentoring. Thank you for listening to this presentation. If you are interested in following my work, look for Kerry Shamblin Astrology on YouTube, Spotify, Patreon, Facebook and Instagram. My monthly forecast is published in written and audio format on my web site: planetaryinfluence.com, where you can join my email list or book a one-on-one session with me. My goal is to light your path toward a joyful and liberated life experience. Kerry offers private sessions and mentoring. BOOK A SESSION.Find updates on Kerry's: Web Site, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Patreon, or Email List

Tune into the astrological trends of February 2025 with Kerry's monthly Vedic astrology forecast. February feels like a backstage moment, with the anticipation of the big play building up. With the outer planets preparing to shift signs from March through May, February is our time to practice, prepare, take stock, and adjust plans.NINE PLANETS SUMMARY SUN: Sun moves from Capricorn to Aquarius on February 12th. Both signs are Saturn's territory, the Sun's known enemy. This is a tussle between what about me and what about everyone. Rather than shifting blame, practice detachment when you feel that ego swell. MOON: The full Moon at the last degree of Cancer on February 12th brings us maximum light and realizations that help us find our landing direction as we crest the tipping point. The waning Moon during late February joins the Sun in Aquarius on February 27th, asking us to clean our containers, align our desires, and mentally prepare for big changes ahead.MARS: Retrograde Mars has returned to Gemini, which could feel like a series of minor implosions as we re-visit earlier situations, but from a different perspective. Mars resumes direct motion on February 23rd, when we have the chance to change course and re-focus our agendas.MERCURY: Mercury is on the bounce in February. His upward sprint through Capricorn tops out on February 11th, when he enters Aquarius for a quick transit past Saturn, urging us to tighten belts and slow down. On February 27th, Mercury enters Pisces until May 6th for a long stretch to cover the upcoming shakedown that ramps up in March.JUPITER: As lord of the water sign, Pisces, retrograde Jupiter has been adrift in Taurus, reflecting the sloshing of transiting Rahu in Pisces. Clear guidance has been hard to come by for the past few months. On February 4th, Jupiter regains direct motion, which could lead to new resolutions and directions.VENUS: Venus entered Pisces on January 28th for an extended stay, through May 31st. Venus and Mercury will hover in Jupiter's final water sign together, each going retrograde and facilitating the outer planets' upcoming shifts. This is a call for grace and compassion at the highest levels.SATURN: Saturn's final months in Aquarius are here; mid-February will see Mercury and Sun passing into Saturn's realm, urging us reorganize our relationships with both personal responsibility and transactional expectations. Now is a good time to take stock of what has worked in the long term, and to prospect about what to carry forward for the next round of investments.RAHU: The chaHello! I'm Kerry Shamblin and I practice jyotisha, also known as Vedic astrology. I have been offering a monthly forecast since 1999 where I track how the planets are moving through the sky and how they may be affecting our life on Earth. I also work directly with others through counseling, teaching, and mentoring. Thank you for listening to this presentation. If you are interested in following my work, look for Kerry Shamblin Astrology on YouTube, Spotify, Patreon, Facebook and Instagram. My monthly forecast is published in written and audio format on my web site: planetaryinfluence.com, where you can join my email list or book a one-on-one session with me. My goal is to light your path toward a joyful and liberated life experience. Kerry offers private sessions and mentoring. BOOK A SESSION.Find updates on Kerry's: Web Site, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Patreon, or Email List

Tune into the astrological trends of January 2025with Kerry's monthly Vedic astrology forecast. As we turn the page on the calendar year, we are looking ahead to a dynamic Spring with all of the outer planets poised to shift. It's time to tap into inner guidance systems and take stock of what to pack with you going forward. Read or listen to the full forecast at https://www.planetaryinfluence.com/forecasts/2025/JanNINE PLANETS SUMMARY SUN: The new year always sees the Sun moving through the warm and bouyant sign of Sagittarius through mid-January, which could feel slightly deflated this year with Jupiter retrograde. On January 13th the Sun moves to Capricorn for a month, urging us to stay commited to our dreams and visions even though the going may be tough.MOON: The first full Moon of 2025 comes on January 13th in the last degree of Gemini, pushing us to find our own inner light when the outer roads seems dark and confusing. The Sun and Moon join for the new Moon in Capricorn on January 29th, suggesting that we settle in, quiet down, and listen up.MARS: Mars continues in retrograde motion, pulling our power cords and forcing strategies that may confound us. On January 21st, Mars moves back into Mercury's air sign of Gemini, scattering us into brainstorm mode when it comes to making ends meet and transactions complete. Foster curiosity and avoid knee jerk reactions.MERCURY: Mercury represents our intelligence and capacity for learning and practicing skills. January sees Mercury in a good position to help us find the positives in our lesson plans as he transits Sagittarius. Quickly assess, discard what doesn't fit, and integrate what does. JUPITER: Jupiter's final month in retrograde motion through Venus' earth sign of Taurus will be January 2025. While positivity may be hard to harvest, both Mars and Jupiter's retrograde motion are pulling us into a more intuitive response pattern that ultimately offers easy access to our internal control panel. When the answers don't appear on the screen, close those eyes and see what you find inside.VENUS: Venus joins Saturn in Aquarius for most of January. The creatrix Venus inspires innovation built on tried and true foundations. Begin to lay tracks toward long term creative projects and relationships.SATURN: Saturn's time treading through own territories is coming to a close after five years. Feeling the humble position of square one after building and rebuilding, look forward at what is possible based on where you stand now. Practice detachment from habits that hold you back.RAHU: Rahu's boat-rocking energy continues to bob and float in Pisces, vibrating through all of the water signs by aspect. Rahu's alone time at sea is about to shift, with the inner planets beginning to filter in by late January. Now is a good time to find some quiet time and figure out what you want. What you really want. Make the intention of refining that information as it comes in.KETU: Reorganize your beliefs about mental and physical intelligence, about intuition and instinct, and about how to bring peace to your body and mind. Open up to practices and treatments that help you realign to what feels healthy. Ketu is in Virgo to help you find those elusive answers through May 2025.Kerry offers private sessions and mentoring. BOOK A SESSION.Find updates on Kerry's: Web Site, YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Patreon, or Email List

Tune into the astrological trends of November 2024 with Kerry's monthly Vedic astrology forecast.With the deep rumblings of big changes ahead, November draws us inward to clean house, take out the trash, and test drive new ideas before launching. Read or listen to the full forecast.NINE PLANETS SUMMARY SUN: The Sun reflects our individual expression and moves from the idea realm to the workshop on November 15th. Early November, we may be focused on social activities, performance, and collaboration with Sun in Libra. When Sun moves to Scorpio mid-month, get engaged for action as the rubber hits the road.MOON: November sees a new Moon on both its first and last day. Sun and Moon join in Libra on November 1st and then in Scorpio on November 30th, indicating that this month may feel full of starting over and re-set buttons. In between, the full Moon in Aries on November 15th shows us the light and the road ahead.MARS: Mars spends all of November in the watery sign of Cancer, forcing the powerful master of fire to slog and slosh through shifting waters of emotional sensitivity. This is a great opportunity to delve into emotions like anger and aggression, discovering the vulnerabilities that lie beneath them such that reparations can be made.MERCURY: Mercury bounces through Scorpio all month, with a retrograde cycle from November 25th to December 15th. November is for deep analysis, doing the math, and communicating difficult things. Fixing things below the surface is crucial at this time!JUPITER: Jupiter continues in retrograde motion through Venus' earth sign, Taurus. Give away what you don't want and feel the spaciousness of dissolving that which is past. This is a time for gratitude and humbly bowing toward our desire to become more than we are now.VENUS: Venus manages the relationship department, which could have been a bit chaotic in October. November 6th sees Venus moving into Sagittarius, invoking an exchange of signs with Jupiter through month's end, bringing a twist that looks positive and rejuvenating. SATURN: Saturn's deliberate pressure may reappear as he resumes direct motion on November 15th, adding spice to the several shifts we see mid-month. Going forward, choose where to take responsibility and put your determination to work as you move toward your goal.RAHU: Rahu continues to make waves and rock boats in November. With Mars' power concentrated in Cancer where Rahu's gaze does extend, watch out for water element with excess power and energy. Keep the life vest in reach and higher ground in sight.KETU: The intuitive and mystical Ketu continues to sit in Virgo, receiving the expansive aspect of Jupiter and enjoying some movement due to Mercury's transit through Scorpio. This is a good time to uncover hidden clues and obscure information that leads to liberating solutions.Kerry offers private sessions and mentoring. BOOK A SESSION.Find updates on Kerry's: Web Site, Facebook, Instagram, and Email List

Greetings and welcome to Scorpio season! I am pleased to connect with you from Bangkok and extend my warm regards. You may have noticed that I am using a new platform for this newsletter, complete with a refreshed design and format. I invite you to listen to the introduction on the latest podcast episode, where I share the inspiration behind these changes. For those who have been with me since 2020 or during the Soul Tending days, I would like to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your continued support. Your openness to this new chapter is truly valued and appreciated.As we embrace the transformative energy of Scorpio season, I feel it's important to shift our focus from the usual thematic analyses to the key transits that can shed light on your unique natal chart and personal experiences. My goal is to offer compassionate guidance as we navigate the changes happening around us, all while honoring the path of your soul. For a deeper understanding of how these transits can aid you, I encourage you to tune in to the podcast. Below, I've included a short version of what I shared in this episode.Key Transits:SUN* Sun enters Scorpio, October 22: The Sun serves as a crucial source of light, illuminating both evident truths and the more nuanced aspects of our consciousness. Scorpio is associated with the exploration of intimacy by revealing psychological secrets or hidden wounds and traumas that may lead to suppressions and taboos. This transformative process can foster a deeper understanding of ourselves, which is foundational for forming meaningful and intimate one-on-one relationships. As the Sun transitions through Scorpio from October 22nd to November 20th, we are encouraged to recognize and address our emotional wounds and traumas. Engaging in this inner work can be challenging, but it also offers the potential for healing and personal growth, guiding us toward strength and resilience. You are not alone in this endeavor; this journey is about discovering light in even the most difficult moments alongside those we hold dear.* Sun in Scorpio opposite Uranus Rx in Taurus, November 16: This intense astrological aspect reflects a significant shift in the financial dynamics of our relationships, driven by larger global circumstances. We are navigating some profound changes with Pluto in Capricorn guiding the Sun in Scorpio and Venus in Capricorn influencing Uranus in Taurus. Saturn retrograde in Pisces is pivotal, steering both Pluto and Venus. Additionally, Neptune retrograde at 27° Pisces guides Saturn while forming a supportive sextile with Uranus at 25° Taurus and Pluto at 29° Capricorn. As most outer planets take a retrograde path, we are encouraged to slow down and communicate thoughtfully. This period asks us to act responsibly and engage only when it's truly necessary as we come together to envision a future marked by peace and prosperity.MOON* Scorpio New Moon, November 1st: The New Moon at 9° Scorpio unfolds at 5:47 am PDT, inviting us to explore our vulnerabilities and inner truths with compassion. Guided by Mars in Cancer, the Scorpio New Moon encourages us to reflect on how we might be unintentionally harming ourselves through actions driven by unhealthy emotional habits such as relying on substances, toxic relationships, or other false comforts. It's a powerful moment for transformation, allowing us to shift our approach to nurturing—moving away from defensiveness and towards sensitivity and gentleness. This New Moon forms a close trine with Saturn Rx in Pisces, emphasizing the importance of emotional resourcefulness. It reminds us that we can create deeper connections between our intimate relationships and our spiritual selves, fostering a nurturing environment for our hearts and souls.* Taurus Full Moon, November 15th: The Full Moon arrives as the Sun at 24° Scorpio opposes the Moon at 24° Taurus at 1:28 pm PST. This lunar phase brings a unique contrast between the peace-loving Taurus Moon and the emotionally intense Scorpio Sun. This opposition is particularly powerful, especially with the Sun also facing off with Uranus Rx in Taurus as the Moon forms a harmonious sextile with Neptune Rx in Pisces. This lunation marks the culmination of emotional experiences that began during the New Moon in Taurus six months ago, on May 7th.MERCURY* Mercury in Scorpio opposite Uranus Rx in Taurus, October 30: The messenger Mercury, in a heartfelt dialogue with the revolutionary Uranus at 25°, reflects a significant moment in our relationship. Their conversation mirrors the struggles many of us face—financial constraints that can lead us to explore deeper psychological patterns and have complex discussions about issues like economic inequality, which are magnified by the ongoing wars and climate change. As we navigate this challenging landscape, Mercury encourages us to engage in candid conversations about the root causes of poverty and to examine our scarcity mindsets.* Mercury enters Sagittarius, November 2: In Sagittarius, Mercury is farthest from its home sign, Gemini. This position may present challenges in fully expressing our communication and networking skills. There may be a tendency to become immersed in abstract philosophical concepts. It is essential to remain mentally grounded and focused through a practical mindset. However, Mercury in Sagittarius transit is an opportune time to integrate both mind and heart and engage with intuitive capabilities, fostering a balanced approach to navigate this period effectively. By harmonizing intuitive insights with rational thought processes, we can pursue healing, explore creative potential, and uncover deeper truths. Collectively, these measures can facilitate a productive path toward a greater understanding of ourselves and the world.VENUS* Venus in Sagittarius square Saturn Rx in Pisces, October 28: Venus makes significant aspects with the outer planets—Saturn, Jupiter, and Neptune from October 28th to November 9th. During this period, we may encounter valuable lessons regarding our connections. The square to Saturn on October 28th may present some challenges, urging us to align with values that genuinely support our physical and emotional well-being. These core values transcend lofty ideals, connecting instead to our sensory experiences. Engaging with simplicity and nature can help us navigate the myriad of choices, allowing our natural preferences to emerge more freely. Take a look at which house 12° - 27° Sagittarius occupies in your chart, as this area may require attention through the Saturnian practices of slowing down, simplifying, and approaching life with patience, practicality, and devotion.* Venus in Sagittarius opposite Jupiter Rx in Gemini, November 3: We might find ourselves facing relationship dynamics influenced by complex ideas that warrant careful examination. To foster clarity and avoid misunderstandings, it's essential to engage thoughtfully and avoid becoming entangled in negativity. Following this aspect, Venus will form a trine with Chiron Rx in Aries, creating an opportunity for healing through physical movement. If challenges in communication or relationships arise, consider taking moments throughout the day to refresh your mind through physical activity.* Venus in Sagittarius square Neptune Rx in Pisces, November 9th: This challenging aspect highlights the importance of mental respite through physical relaxation. Balancing our mental activities with nurturing both body and spirit is crucial. Cultivating a sense of inner nourishment allows us to express selfless love while maintaining healthy personal boundaries and self-care.* Venus enters Capricorn, November 11: This brief three-week transit highlights a significant shift in personal values influenced by the evolving political and financial landscape, marking the concluding phase of Pluto's sixteen-year journey through Capricorn. It symbolizes a transitional moment for an entire generation, as Pluto will not revisit Capricorn for the next 248 years. Consequently, it is an opportune time to embrace the lessons that Capricorn offers, particularly in areas related to Venus—such as business relationships, social and political discourses, and long-term partnerships.* Venus in Capricorn square North Node in Aries, November 14th: The square to the Node of Destiny presents an opportunity for Venus in Capricorn to transition from an emphasis on material values to a deeper consideration of what nourishes the soul. This shift is pivotal in moving beyond victimhood and scarcity mindsets, allowing us to take the lead in our own lives while inspiring others to pursue their individual paths. It is worth noting that some leaders may exhibit behaviors that reflect wounded masculine energy, often resorting to dramatic measures to express their frustrations. By cultivating self-awareness and fostering effective communication within our communities, we can collectively work towards manifesting our destinies rather than being influenced solely by external authority or popular opinion.MARS* Mars in Cancer opposite Pluto in Capricorn, November 3: Mars and Pluto are recognized as co-rulers of the deeply insightful sign of Scorpio. From October 2024 to January 2025, these two formidable planets find themselves in opposition, with Mars embodying courage and Pluto representing transformation. Notably, Mars will enter a retrograde phase from December 6 to February 23, 2025, culminating in another precise opposition to Pluto on January 2nd while retrograding in Leo. Before this extended interaction with Pluto, Mars will form a sextile with Uranus Rx in Taurus on October 24th, followed by a trine with Neptune Rx in Pisces on October 28th. These positive aspects can provide inspiration for creative solutions that enhance emotional security through innovative financial approaches and intuitive insights, positioning Mars in Cancer, the sensitive warrior, to navigate the lessons presented by Pluto.* Mars enters Leo, November 3: Following Mars' opposition to Pluto before sunrise, Mars transitions from Cancer to Leo at 8:09 PM PDT. This shift into Leo will be significant, as the duration of this transit is extended due to Mars retrograding back to 17° Cancer before resuming direct motion on February 24, 2025, and ultimately leaving Leo on April 18, 2025. During its extended stay in Cancer, Mars plays a vital role in helping us transform past emotional challenges into present-day psychological strength that bolsters our openheartedness and enthusiasm. The two-month period in Leo, from November 3rd to January 6, 2025, offers Mars a more uplifting experience and invites us to embrace creative joy by engaging in heartfelt and fun activities such as arts, hobbies, games, and romantic pursuits.JUPITER* Jupiter Rx in Gemini sextile Chiron Rx in Aries, November 2: As Jupiter moves through Gemini, it offers us a compassionate invitation to embrace change and pursue new opportunities for learning and connection. At the same time, Chiron reminds us to recognize any obstacles that may be draining our vitality and affecting our well-being. This meaningful interaction between Jupiter's adaptable energy and Chiron's healing presence, both in retrograde, encourages us to slow down and engage in a period of self-reflection. It's a perfect moment to take the time we need to fully process information before stepping forward with confidence. SATURN* Saturn stations direct, November 15: The wise grandfather Saturn, positioned in the spiritual realm of Pisces, serves as a gentle guide as we navigate the transformative energies of Pluto in Capricorn and Aquarius. In a time filled with rapid societal changes and technological advancements, it's vital to find spiritual steadfastness. Since Saturn went retrograde on June 29th, many of us may have felt a sense of heaviness and sluggishness over the past 5 1/2 months. The ongoing U.S. election season, along with the conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine, can leave us feeling caught in a collective impasse. This environment may heighten our sense of responsibility and lead to feelings of disconnection from our purpose, creating a struggle with motivation. For those who have been attuned to Saturn's call, the last few months have been a valuable time for conserving energy and nurturing the spirit through rest and exploration of dreams, all while handling worldly duties. As Saturn prepares to station direct on November 15th, there is a wonderful opportunity for renewing our commitment to self-mastery and spiritual growth.PLUTO* Pluto enters Aquarius, November 19: For the last 16 years, as Pluto has traversed Capricorn, we've witnessed a significant shift in our priorities. Many of us have moved away from a strong focus on career and personal achievement, and have begun to prioritize mental health and soul fulfillment. The Great Resignation, often viewed as a byproduct of the pandemic, connects astrologically to the 2020 Saturn-Pluto conjunction and took off in 2021. This global event has had a lasting impact, leading to collective job loss and career changes, giving many of us the space to pause and realign our lives. It's a chance to rethink our purposes and roles in society. Looking ahead, Pluto will be in Aquarius until January 2044, a sign that symbolizes humanism and scientific progression. This 20-year period offers a powerful opportunity for growth, as well as the challenge of navigating the new era and integrating our relationships with one another as innovative beings.I appreciate you taking the time to reflect on Scorpio season and embrace soul care with me. I'd love to hear how this resonates with you. If you're interested in personalized insights into your chart, feel free to reach out through my Substack page. I'm offering a limited number of free astrology readings and would be honored to help you. Wishing you a meaningful Scorpio season—may the New Moon inspire transformation and the Full Moon bring enchantment. Feel deeply, and let those feelings guide you with bravery and compassion.Connect with me: janyawongsopa.substack.com This is a public episode. 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This is your daily horoscope for Monday, September 30, 2024, and the most important aspects of the day:

This week is so Mercury! It trines Saturn, squares Chiron, and sextiles Uranus. Expect things to be busy, and get the cheat codes for how to make the most of them on this week's Ghost. Register for Joy in the Time of Apocalypse a live conversation with Jessica Lanyadoo, adrienne maree brown, Sonya Renee Taylor on July 20th here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/joy-in-the-time-of-apocalypse-a-live-conversation-on-being-deeply-known-in-times-of-crisis-tickets-929773446407?aff=oddtdtcreator

Tune into the astrological trends of June 2024 with Kerry's monthly Vedic astrology forecast.The focus this month is on the sign of Taurus. Read or listen to the full forecast at https://www.planetaryinfluence.com/forecasts/2024/JunNINE PLANETS SUMMARYSUN: Until June 14th, the Sun transits Taurus, absorbing and beaming energies of connection and exchange. Sharing is caring! Sun passes into Gemini June 14th urging us to keep up momentum on our chosen projects.MOON: New Moon in Taurus on June 6th. Plant seeds, eat well, settle in and get ready to move, all at once. Full Moon in Sagittarius June 21st brings our attention to upward tragectories as we experience intuitive mental clarity.MARS: Mars transits Aries June 1 – July 12. It's time to execute plans and make changes. Focus. Don't waste energy on frustration, and do the work. The only thing we can change in the outside world is our own reaction to it.MERCURY: Mercury moves through Taurus, enters Gemini on June 14th, and then leaps to Cancer on June 29th. This means that we may be able to cover lots of ground, network, practice our stuff, and socialize! Don't forget to nourish yourself as your skip into Summer.JUPITER: Jupiter's desire for expansive growth beams through the Sun in Taurus as June begins. Find a few seeds to plant and nurture, establish roots in new ventures as we shift from plans and ideas to implementation and building.VENUS: Venus has disappeared in the brilliant light of the Sun. Our muse and connective force is backstage, finding new expressions of beauty for the next act. Time to doodle and noodle as we let creative juices flow into new channels.SATURN: Saturn continues to plod through Aquarius, applying light pressure that reminds us to keep it slow as we humbly do the needful. This message may begin to vary as Saturn assumes retrograde motion from June 29th – November 15th. RAHU: After a very exciting six months of interaction with other planets, Rahu gets some alone time in Pisces. The boat may still rock in the waves, but less. Let this relatively quiet time open up space to explore desires. KETU: Ketu in Virgo continues to be the anchor, reflecting in meditative practices, retreats in nature, and body-mind practices that ground us as the world turns, the seeds sprout, the waves get choppy, and our enthusiasm reverberates.Kerry offers private sessions and mentoring. BOOK A SESSION.Find updates on Kerry's: Web Site, Facebook, Instagram, and Email List

Today we're going to talk about how heavy metal toxicity can affect your skin. It's the dose that determines the poison. We're all exposed to various toxins and heavy metals, but in low amounts, they won't affect our bodies. There are a lot of different signs of heavy metal toxicity, but I want to cover a few distinct symptoms of heavy metal toxicity to be aware of. One of the best remedies for heavy metal toxicity is distilled water. Try drinking distilled water and then consuming the minerals you need. Potential effects of heavy metals on the skin: 1. Arsenic Arsenic can be found in: • Pressurized wood • Water supply • Insecticides In high amounts, arsenic may lead to: • Hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation • Keratosis Nutrients that help protect against arsenic toxicity: • Selenium • Zinc • Folate • Carotenoids A great natural remedy to help protect against arsenic poisoning: • Spirulina 2. Cadmium Cadmium can be found in: • Spray paint • Tobacco • Shellfish In high amounts, cadmium may lead to: • Yellowing or tanning of the skin • Skin cancer Nutrients that help protect against cadmium toxicity: • Zinc • Antioxidants A great natural remedy to help protect against cadmium poisoning: • NAC 3. Lead Lead can be found in: • Paint • Water supply • Soil In high amounts, lead may cause: • A blue line on the gums Nutrients that help protect against lead toxicity: • Calcium • Iron A great natural remedy to help protect against lead poisoning: • Calcium EDTA • Alpha-lipoic acid 4. Mercury Mercury can be found in: • Dental work • Fish • Thimerosal In high amounts, mercury may lead to: • Graying of the skin • A pink color on the palms of your hands and soles of your feet Fish and seafood that are low in mercury include: • Anchovies • Catfish • Clams • Crab • Crawfish • Flounder • Herring • Oysters • Sardines • Scallops A great way to help protect against mercury poisoning:  • Consume at least one Brazil nut a day

This month the planetary action is still largely in the western evening skies. Earth is at equinox on Tuesday, 21 March. At this time day and night are roughly equal in duration. March 2; Venus and Jupiter at their closest. March 3; Mercury and Saturn close low in the twilight. March 4; apogee Moon. March 7; Full Moon. March 15; Last Quarter Moon. March 20; the thin crescent moon near Saturn in the morning twilight. March 20; Moon at perigee. March 22; New Moon. March 24; the crescent Moon is very close to Venus in the twilight. March 29; First Quarter Moon. March 28; the Moon is close to Mars. March 30, Mars close to open cluster M35. March 31; Venus is just 1.5 degrees from Uranus. MERCURY: Mercury falls back towards the eastern horizon and is lost to view early in the month, reappearing in the evening twilight late this month. On the 3rd Mercury and Saturn are about 1 degree apart, deep in the twilight. You will need a level, unobstructed horizon and binoculars to see the pair at their best. VENUS: Venus climbs yet higher in the evening sky this month; the low angle of the ecliptic means it never gets really high although it is prominent at nautical twilight by end of the month when Venus is (just) visible when the sky is full dark. Venus has three close encounters this month. The stand out is on the 2nd when Venus and Jupiter are just 0.5 apart, visible well before nautical twilight, difficult telescopically. On the 24th Venus will be just 1° from the crescent moon, making a fine binocular sight. Venus currently looks like a gibbous Moon. On the 31st Venus is just 1.5 degrees from Uranus. MARS: Mars is making a line with Aldebaran and Beta Taurii. At the beginning of the Month Mars also forms a triangle with Beta and Zeta Taurii (the tips of the horns). Mars is shrinking in telescopic view but is still a worthwhile telescopic object this month. By the end of the Month Mars is close to the open cluster M35, an excellent sight in binoculars. On the 28th Mars is around 4° from the waxing moon (very obvious as the brightest object near the moon), mid power binocular fields will just fit the pair in. JUPITER: Jupiter is lowering in the north-western evening sky. Jupiter and Venus have been approaching each other all February, and on the 2nd on March they are just 0.5° apart. Jupiter continues to sink towards the horizon and is lost to view around mid month. SATURN: Saturn enters the morning skies but is only really visible from mid-March. On the 3rd Saturn is about 1 degree from Mercury deep in the twilight. You will need a level, unobstructed horizon and binoculars to see the pair at their best. On the 20th Saturn is close to the thin crescent moon low in the morning twilight.

This week, we break down new Figma features, dissect the Live Activities HIG, and share our cool-takes on the Adobe + Figma acquisition.The Sidebar:The Sidebar is an exclusive weekly segment for our Patreon supporters. You can subscribe starting at $1 per month for access to bonus content going forward! Sign up at patreon.com/designdetails.Latest VIP Patrons:Catherine McConalogueWillMartin ChudobaShelaTim JohnsenNick AngiolilloChariton ShumwayOleg FrolovMark StephensonBryn JacksonNancy TranMain Topic:This week, we break down new Figma features, dissect the Live Activities HIG, and share our cool-takes on the Adobe + Figma acquisition.Component properties, select featuresSho Kuwamotoxkcd: Two Key SystemHuman Interface Guidelines for Live ActivitiesAdobe to acquire FigmaPenpotJob Board:We're curating the best product design roles from the world's most design-forward companies.

Read the detailed forecast at https://www.planetaryinfluence.com/forecasts/2022/Aug SUN - For the first half of August, we continue our focus on family time as the Sun finishes his tour of Cancer, a sensitive and homey environment. This is a good time to make sure your heart and mind are on the same page. As you analyze what needs to stay, go, or change, consider how both your time and space will be affected by your personal decisions.For the latter half of August, the Sun, which represents how we express ourselves as an individual, will travel through his own sign of Leo, which means that it's a great time for “me” time, for solo projects, and for celebrating life with friends. The Sun is fiery and traversing fiery territory, and with other factors involved, could be subject to unexpected situations that engender fear or frustration. Make sure to balance the heated planetary weather with personal efforts to maintain the cool and calm.MOON - August begins with a waxing Moon that becomes a full Moon in Capricorn, August 11. This could feel like a pivotal moment, caught between responsibility toward others while at the same time attempting to fulfill personal ambitions. That it may be possible to build a structure that will handle both could become evident.Through the second part of August, the Moon begins to wane, once again joining the Sun for a new Moon in Leo on August 27.This time of the month can find our reserves of mental and physical energy low. It is a good time to rest and regroup. Leo is a good environment for assessing personal satisfaction. Don't allow yourself to be talked out of going for what is really important.MARS - Mars energy is felt as power, drive, strategy, resource management and problem solving. Like the Sun, Mars can push us toward making sure our personal requirements are fulfilled. This energy has been amplified since late June when Mars moved into Aries. We should feel a shift around August 10, when Mars changes signs to Taurus, where he will spend 6 of the next 7 months.Where we may have felt driven, impatient or edgy with Mars in Aries, we may begin to use the resources and materials we've collected to improve, strengthen and beautify our surroundings. Doing our work, enjoying our food and focusing on creative pursuits, we may find ourselves calm and content. Settle in, because Mars has some good work to do in Taurus for the next couple of months.MERCURY - Mercury's condition is associated with how communications and transactions go. Until August 20, Mercury runs through Leo, which is a great time to get a clear head about self-expression, solo projects, and writing of any kind. Time to practice for performance, memorize lines, doodle until a good idea shows up, and have fun doing it. Mercury will travel through Virgo from August 20 - October 24, a similar timeframe to Mars moving through Taurus. The combination of these two transits (Mercury in Virgo with Mars in Taurus) strongly supports material manifestation of long envisioned projects. Mercury in Virgo is great for hands-on work, analytics, lesson planning, writing, harvesting and processing. Just do it, as they say. JUPITER - Jupiter's transits reflect our growth processes and potential and are associated with positive outcomes, wisdom, and purpose. From April 2022 - April 2023, Jupiter benefits many domains of lifeKerry offers private sessions and mentoring. BOOK A SESSION.Find updates on Kerry's: Web Site, Facebook, Instagram, and Email List

This week, we talk about interviewing for roles in design systems, what to prepare, and how many different kinds of skills are relevant in the field.The Sidebar:The Sidebar is an exclusive weekly segment for our Patreon supporters. You can subscribe starting at $1 per month for access to bonus content going forward! Sign up at patreon.com/designdetails.Latest VIP Patrons:MatchaiLois YangShankarVuokko AroKirill SlavetskiAshwin K STiffany C YuIzabela BulskaAdithya JayanSylvester LauDario CamachoMain Topic:This week, we talk about interviewing for roles in design systems, what to prepare, and how many different kinds of skills are relevant in the field.Atomic DesignEric asks on GitHub: How do you explain what you do?Job Board:We're curating the best product design roles from the world's most design-forward companies.

This week, we share stories and lessons from some of our most memorable mentors.The Sidebar:The Sidebar is an exclusive weekly segment for our Patreon supporters. You can subscribe starting at $1 per month for access to bonus content going forward! Sign up at patreon.com/designdetails.Latest VIP Patrons:Nick CrawfordJonas SchützJasonHenri RaadiEva DufeySarai VillalobosJoyce XiaoIlias ManolisHai PiaoMattlouie solomonAlexBen TildenJordan BoudreauJessica HuQuinn HoangFollow up:We're switching the show to a bi-weekly cadence. As always, our supporters on Patreon will get bonus episodes.Main Topic:This week, we share stories and lessons from some of our most memorable mentors.Job Board:We're curating the best product design roles from the world's most design-forward companies.

This week, we talk about how to make design critiques more fun, and how to encourage teams to share their work-in-progress more often.Supported by:Play — Play is the first native iOS design tool built for creating mobile prototypes. They recently launched Play for iPad, giving designers more room to create pixel-perfect and native-first prototypes directly on their device. The app is intuitive, powerful, and damn fun to use. Level up your prototype game today with Play!Get your full access invitation now.Zeplin recently shipped Flows!Flows are a fast/effortless way to create and outline user flows and journeys. Designers can use flows to connect screens in seconds and map complete user journeys, showing not just the happy path but all possible paths and behaviors.Learn more about Zeplin FlowsWatch a demo on YouTubeThe Sidebar:The Sidebar is an exclusive weekly segment for our Patreon supporters. You can subscribe starting at $1 per month for access to bonus content going forward! Sign up at patreon.com/designdetails.Latest VIP Patrons:Tzu-Ling TsengAntonia SullivanJames CarthewSharada KrishnamurthyAri CurtisMarius libmanJaclyn SaikDaniel KlingMartin WiesemborskiNoah LevinOwen AndrewsJosh KParth KapadiaYang ChengJessica Rae VergaraJordi EnricAndy StapleAndreas FörsterDeborah JohnsonJustine WinClarenceYifan PengMike PorterfieldIoana KardosHello HillTomás LMain Topic:This week, we talk about how to make design critiques more fun, and how to encourage teams to share their work-in-progress more often.Amie Chen asks on GitHub: I have a question: I'm part of a design team that has lots of talented designers and everyone is supportive, humble, and doing great work. But no one seems to want to sign up for weekly design critiques (but rather like sharing WIP in slack) and every time my manager encourages she would hear all kinds of excuses. Curious how does your team establish a recurring design critique sessions? Is it mandatory? Or does everyone just love to share? What's the process of signing up one?Job Board:We're curating the best product design roles from the world's most design-forward companies.

The astrology this week is about Mercury, Mercury, Mercury! Mercury meets with the North Node of Destiny one day, with Saturn and Neptune another, enters the Shadow of his upcoming Retrograde another, meets with Jupiter another, and finally meets with Pluto. It would seem we have a whole lot of news, talks, meetings, sales, writing, interviews, offers, or decisions to make this week. Tune in with Zoe Moon to hear how it may impact your sign!

Anuradha | Vedic Astrologer & Tarot Coach For Course and Consultation, visit our website: astroanuradha.com/ For Hindi website: astroanuradha.com/hindi/ WhatsApp at +91 9111415550 Anuradha is a renowned Vedic Astrologer with more than 20 years of experience in the field of astrology and Occult Ccience. She offers valuable consultation regarding Nakshatra analysis, Past Life analysis and Prashna Analysis. She is more inclined towards spreading her knowledge to the keen learners and offer various astrology courses, throughout the year. Some of them are Nakshatra, Tarot, Prashna and Panchang

Harmonizing  in the tradition of Stanislav Grof and Richard Tarnas blending consciousness research with astrology.  Every day for a few minutes,  I explore the planetary archetypes with their changing relationships.  World Transits Today  features current transits unpacked through the Archetypal Astrology lens.  Today September 30,  2021  on World Transits exploring  3 planetary archetypes Moon, Mercury, and Pluto focusing on 3  current transitsMoon square Mercury, Moon opposite Pluto, and Mercury square Pluto.Seeing myself more objectively, may I open to new possibilities?Archetypal Astrology offers tools for self reflection, insight, integration. If I view myself through fresh ideas, what will I find?Schedule an archetypal astrology session with me - Art Granoff where we confidentially discuss your birth chart and personal transits.

Practicing in the tradition of Stanislav Grof and Richard Tarnas blending consciousness research with astrology.  Every day for a few minutes,  I explore the planetary archetypes with their changing relationships.  World Transits Today  features current transits unpacked through the Archetypal Astrology lens.  Today July 20,  2021  on World Transits exploring  4 planetary archetypes Sun, Mercury, Saturn, and Pluto   spotlighting 3 current transits Sun conjunct Mercury, Sun opposite Saturn,  &  Mercury opposite Pluto Seeing myself more objectively, may I open to new possibilities?Archetypal Astrology offers tools for self reflection, insight, integration. If I view myself through fresh ideas, what will I find?Go further, schedule a personal archetypal astrology session with me - Art Granoff where we confidentially discuss your birth chart, world and personal transits.

For Course and Consultation, visit our website: anuradhasharda.com/ For Hindi website: anuradhasharda.com/hindi/ Or WhatsApp at +91 9111415550 Anuradha Sharda is a renowned Vedic Astrologer with more than 20 years of experience in the field of astrology and occult science. She offers valuable consultation regarding Nakshatra analysis, Past Life analysis, and Prashna Analysis. She is more inclined towards spreading her knowledge to the keen learners and offer various astrology courses, throughout the year. Some of them are Nakshatra, Tarot, Prashna and Panchang courses.

After years of stubborn insomnia that left doctors stumped, Bill McGraw started his own search. He learned about metal poisoning and a test revealed mercury poisoning: he'd been suffering from mercury side effects. He gives listeners a run-down of this story and details how to understand heavy metal poisoning and mineral deficiencies. Listen and learn How heavy metal tests differ, such as hair tests versus urine tests, and what is helpful for each situation, Why mercury in the environment connects to causes of chronic disease like inflammation and lack of stamina, How to assess dangerous levels and whether there's a global observation system for mercury, and What methods are helpful for addressing mercury presence in your own body, from actions to foods to supplements. Dr. Bill McGraw is the author of Mercury: The Ultimate Truth and Chronic Disease and has a PhD in aqua culture.  He takes listeners along on his own search for relief from symptoms he eventually learned stemmed from a high mercury toxicity level. He cites mercury-heavy vaccines in preparation for a South African trip and growing up in a coal-powered house as two dominate sources for his own high levels. He began intensive research, producing his book, and he now advises others on reducing mercury toxicity in their own lives. His evidence is compelling as he lays down the multiple sources contributing to mercury toxicity in humans in present day life, from industrialized and processed foods to glyphosates. He explains how heavy metals need help from minerals to leave our bodies, and their presence can lead to deficiencies in elements like zinc. He started his own efforts by taking magnesium and potassium supplements, for example. He tells listeners about three general methods for ridding the body of metals and discusses the chronic conditions resulting from the inflammation caused by mercury toxicity, such as Alzheimer's and chronic fatigue. For more about his book and his work, see https://www.newaquatechpanama.com/ Available on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/2Os0myK

It's not uncommon for people to plan events in their life around astrology. For example, some people might avoid signing a contract or traveling out of town during a Mercury retrograde period, while others might intentionally plan a wedding or date night under a romantic full moon. But you can actually use astrology to plan out your day-to-day activities by the hour, if you want to align with the planets in an even deeper way — and it's easy to do once you familiarize yourself with the system of planetary hours in astrology. "Planetary hours are a cool way of using astrology to make time work in our personal favor and manipulate the different times of day to our bidding," says astrologer Jade Sykes, who does readings for celebs like Kehlani and SZA. "What‘s unique about using planetary hours is that all you need is a basic understanding of the seven classical planets — the sun, moon, Mercury, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn." Planetary hours exclude the three "modern" outer planets (which are Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto), as those were discovered more recently in history and thus aren't included in traditional astrology. Aligning certain activities in your day to the most auspicious planetary hour can help you get in touch with the astrological forces all around you and bring more luck, success, and harmony to your life. Check out the scoop on using planetary hours to maximize your day. Before you dive into using planetary hours in your life, it helps to have a basic understanding of the traditional planets in astrology. Each of the planets represents a different part of our lives and is associated with unique qualities and characteristics. Each planet rules a different zodiac sign and a different day of the week — and these meanings translate directly into planetary hours, too. You can read all about the meaning of the planets in astrology yourself and get in the know, but here's a quick cheat sheet: The sun represents self-expression and creativity; the moon represents our emotions and family; Mercury represents communicating and thinking; Venus represents love, luxury, and value; Mars represents action and physicality; Jupiter represents higher knowledge and growth; and Saturn represents rules and responsibilities. These meanings evolve even further once you start figuring out what activities should be done within each planet's hour, but starting with this basic understanding is helpful. Keep in mind that planetary hours don't align with the 24-hour days and 60-minute hours that we're used to. In this practice, each day begins at sunrise (not midnight!), and hours are calculated by figuring out the number of minutes between sunrise and sunset and then dividing that by 12 (that's how many minutes each "hour" of that day will be). You'd then do the same for the sunset-to-sunrise hours. That means the length of each planetary hour will differ day by day, depending on the time of the sunrise and sunset. In order to calculate planetary hours, you must also be familiar with the ruling planet for each day of the week. In astrology, the Moon rules Monday, Mars rules Tuesday, Mercury rules Wednesday, Jupiter rules Thursday, Venus rules Friday, Saturn rules Saturday, and the sun rules — you guessed it — Sunday. Whichever planet rules that day of the week will rule the "hour" beginning at sunrise that day, and then the rest of the planetary hours will cycle through in order until the following day's sunrise, when we begin again with the next day's ruling planet. You can study up on the ins and outs of calculating planetary hours by hand — but it's pretty tedious, so feel free to skip the number-crunching and opt for a book on planetary hours or a helpful astrology app instead. Sykes recommends the Cosmic Insights app for handy information on planetary hours, but you can also browse other popular astrology apps that have similar features and find one that works for you. Once you've gotten familiar with the meaning of each of the seven traditional planets and figured out your preferred method of calculating planetary hours, you can start taking advantage of the energy of each "hour" to maximize your productivity, harmony, and success. Let's go over things together. The sun's hour is a great time for creative professional endeavors and making a good impression on others, while the moon's hour is best for taking care of emotional family matters or domestic activities around the house. Then there's Mercury: "Mercury is the planet of communication, writing, and reading, so this influence can keep you on task and help your thought process flow," Sykes says. However, Sykes suggests waiting to submit a project during the sun's hour, so it's received more favorably. Let's move onto Venus and Mars. Venus' hour is ideal for love, beauty, and socializing, while Mars' hour is good for motivational boosts and physical energy. "You’ll be able to get a great boost of energy if you can head out the door during Mars’ hour," Sykes says. "And you can work through disagreements with your partner during Venus’ hour, when you’re more likely to see each other’s side and reach an amicable resolution." Finally, we reach Jupiter and Saturn. Jupiter is the planet of good luck, wisdom, and fortune, so it's great for any activities where you're seeking success and growth. Saturn, on the other hand, is best for whipping yourself into shape with discipline and getting clear on your responsibilities. If you're looking for affection and softness, Saturn's hour isn't the best time — Sykes notes that we can take on "cold and unforgiving attitudes" during Saturn's daily reign. Ready to start using planetary hours to your advantage? Download an app and start paying attention to the ways you can tweak your day to align with the cosmic flow. "Planetary hours are not a deciding factor in any situation, but they are very helpful in getting things to work out in your favor," Skyes says. Happy planning!

SHOW NOTES:Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs: https://www.simplypsychology.org/maslow.htmlHow to Enchant Your Audience & Put Them Under Your Spell: https://thedirtyalchemy.simplecast.com/episodes/006-enchantment Keep the conversation going!Instagram: @thedirtyalchemywww.thedirtyalchemy.comMusic: Gaena by Blue Dot Sessions is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. The Planets (summary):Sun:The sun aligns with the energy of consciousness, well-being, confidence. This is the planet that can help you with strengthening a positive sense of self and purpose in life. It’s also the ruler of vitality and health.Colors: gold & yellowDay: SundaySymbols and offerings: incense or essential oils like amber, cinnamon, and citrus fruits. Tiger’s eye, citrine, and gold. If you want to offer food or drink, start with sun tea (that’s tea that’s been steeped in the sun’s heat), cider, orange juice, and sunflower seeds.Moon:The moon holds the energy of the unconscious, emotions, and the soul. It’s perfect for magic that increases psychic intuition, feminine energy, and happy home life.Color: whiteDay: MondaySymbols and offerings: eucalyptus, amethyst, quartz, salt water, any kind of milk, edible flowers, and seafood. Because the moon controls the tides, she is very connected with all things from the sea.Mercury:Mercury rules communication (including writing and speaking skills, and branding), technology, and travel. Mercury is also associated with fast cash & marketing, so that’s fun ;)Color: orangeDay: WednesdaySymbols and offerings: lavender, carnelian, jasper, honeysuckle, and any adaptogen. If offering food, offer coffee, tea, wine, bread, and olivesMars:Mars is the planet for motivation, beating the competition, and sex. For lighting a fire under your ass and going after what you want. Color: redDay: TuesdaySymbols and offerings: garnet, red aventurine, and ruby. And any spicy food, like cayenne, chili powder, and ginger.Venus:Venus rules love, enchanting your attractiveness/desirability, and being charming and irresistible. She also rules artistry and success in creative endeavors. She’s the planet most associated with luxury, so if you’re interested in high ticket sales, she can help you with that.Color: pinkDay: FridaySymbols and offerings: roses and rose quartz, fancy perfumes, red wine, chocolate, and all foods lush and fancyJupiter:Jupiter loves laughter, fun, and community.Color: blueDay: ThursdaySymbols and offerings: sapphire, turquoise, blue agate... plus plants like oak, chestnut, nutmeg. And expensive food and drink like fine whiskey and roasted meats. Saturn:Saturn rules the energy of law, reality, karma, fear, and mastery.Color: blackDay: SaturnSymbols and offerings: vetiver, lead, obsidian, and poisonous plants like belladonna and nightshade TRANSCRIPTIONS:Planetary Magic.If you don’t know what that is, planetary magic is working with the planets to assist in our desired outcomes & desired realities here on earth. Since ancient times, humans have worshiped the visible planets as deities, as gods and goddesses. You can imagine a time where there was no artificial lighting and the night sky was full of stars. Us as humans had a very real, and very meaningful relationship with the sky.The stars move for the most part, together as one. But the planets, as you look in the sky, moved seemingly on their own volition. They had a mind of their own, a spirit of their own.Shamanic practices would allow these ancient societies to commune with the energies of the planet. To know their essence. Their nature. Their desires.And they would use these very large energies to empower what they wanted in their lives. To find more love, to build wealth, to expand psychic abilities, to protect their family.This is very much a part of our human ancestry. Our evolution. We may have lost touch with our disconnection with the natural world & our disconnect from the night sky. But it is something immediately accessible (and something I’ve loved using myself). SO I’m so happy to be talking about this with you today.In Planetary magic, each planet has its own unique energy. It’s based off of the idea that each planet rules over certain areas of our lives. Even if you’ve never heard of planetary magic before, you’re probably familiar with the idea that Venus symbolizes love & sex & often the feminine.You can work with any of the nine planets (and yes, we’re including Pluto as a planet, because it’s part of our solar system). But the inner 7 planets are in general the most applicable to work with in our business because they govern our physical reality.Plus they are what we can see with our naked eye in the night sky so we as humans have a longer tradition with working with them.The first seven planets used in planetary magic are the Sun, moon (yes, the moon), mercury, mars, venus, jupiter, and saturn.Any of the planets past Saturn are not visible to the human eye, so humans didn’t know about the other planets until after the invention of the telescope.We recognize Magic through synchronicities. So when you’re invoking a planetary deity, you’re inviting those synchronicities into your life. You’re manipulating your vibration to reflect the energy of the planet you want to emulate. So you’re moving into that planet’s sphere of influence.Maybe You’re thinking, “I want to improve my financial situation. Jupiter is the planetary deity most associated with money and expansion. So I’m going to talk to Jupiter and give him offerings and gratitude, I’m basically going to wave a big flag in his direction and get him to notice me. And when he does start to notice me, energetically, I’m going to make a lot more money.”This is a little cheekier than what you’re actually practicing. You’re actually starting a RELATIONSHIP with Jupiter. Inviting his favor. As we talked about in episode 8, you’re a lot more likely to get $20 from your best friend when you ask them versus randomly asking a stranger on the street...Maybe it sounds simple broken down like that… but that’s actually how it works. As long as you have the habits in place, working with the planetary deities can help you expand different parts of your life in whatever ways you can dream of. It’s something I’ve seen work for myself, but I’ve also seen lots of other people improve their lives in this way.That’s why I suggest it to business owners looking for magical practices to grow their business. Because when you feel like you’re treading water (and I’m sure we’ve all felt this way)... it’s often because you need a bit of an energetic push in the direction you want to go in. The planets can give you that energetic push.As I mentioned - Each planet rules something different, and we’re going to get into which planet rules what soon. But right now, I want to make the point that it’s easy to want to work with allllll of them at once. When you first discover planetary magic you might feel like you have so many different areas of your life or your business that need help (money, confidence, writing, business savvy) that you want to just go ahead and work with all the planets.But that actually isn’t the most effective way to get started with this. Because you don’t want 7 half-hearted relationships that aren’t really going to make a notable impact in your life. You want to start with making one really strong relationship that can completely transform you. If you focus on multiple planets, you’ll just end up spreading your energy too thin and not making much headway with any of them.It’s like having one best friend you tell everything to, someone you would trust with the world, versus having 7 friends you kind of know but don’t really spend much time with. That one relationship is going to fulfill you so much more.Plus, let’s be real. Doing legit weekly rituals with 7 different planets is a lot less likely to happen than starting with one, proving to yourself that it makes a difference. You’re likely to continue that relationship in the long term instead of getting overwhelmed and dropping off after a few weeks.So start with one planet and build a working relationship. Start with whichever can help you with your most pressing need (we’ll discuss in a few minutes how you can determine that). And build a really energetically powerful relationship with that planet.The more energy you channel into the planet of your choice, the more it will return the favor and help you, even in areas that aren’t technically its area of expertise. So even if writing and communication belongs to the realm of Mercury, if you have a close relationship with the moon, you’ll discover that the moon can help you with that too.I’ve found that this is a really incredible lesson in focus. In prioritizing. To look at your life or our business and say, these 12 things need to change, but which is the most important right now? So let’s talk about deciding which planet you want to work with.I recommend using Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs for this. for those who don't know, Maslow's Hierarchy is a pyramid that has basic needs on the bottom like food, health, rest... and then gradually increases to the top of the pyramid, which is self-actualization. I’ll include a link in the show notes talking more about it. The pyramid might look a bit different when you’re talking about a business rather than a person, but the principles are the same.The very bottom of the pyramid is your physical health. It’s the foundation. It impacts all of the rest.EVEN IF you are just scraping by financially, I do recommend starting with your health if you are having health issues. It’s going to be so tempting to go to focusing on money, but your health effects your energy levels, you being able to show up in the world, and you gotta get that shit figured out first. It will help you financially, okay?So if the most pressing need in your business is that you lack the confidence to pitch your sale one-to-one, that should trump someone who wants to scale their multiple 6-figure business. If your issue is that you’re consistently working 10-hour days and never getting any rest, that has to be addressed before you try to start bringing more creativity into your business (because I say this all the time, but your best ideas are just not going to come when you’re in a constant state of exhaustion).So be honest with yourself about where you need help, and the planet you want to work with will likely reveal itself to you.If you’re healthy, just start taking steps up the hierarchy of needs until you have clarity. That’s my 2-cents… take it or leave it ;)Another way of identifying what planet to start with is your astrology. If you’re familiar with your chart, you can identify where you have very strong placements & decide what planet could have the most impact on your life.So how exactly do we do planetary magic?After you’ve decided which planet you’re going to work with, there’s a pretty easy process to get started. And then, like with any magic, you can make it your own. Work it into the rituals you already do, and make new rituals to honor the deity you’ve chosen. The results are all about how much time and energy you put into it.So, in order to create a space where you can comfortably develop this relationship, you want to build an altar where you can put different magical objects that resonate with your planet. And don’t worry, in a little bit I’m going to walk you through which materials resonate with each planet, and I’ll list them in the show notes. So for now just listen and absorb the process.Once you gather the materials you need, use them to set up your altar. This should be an area of your house that you reserve for worshipping your planetary deity. It can be as big or as little as you have room for, but this is really your sacred space. So put down a cloth and then set up your objects, herbs, crystals, and whatever else you associate with your planet, with your goals. Whatever else you want to give to your deity.You can spend as much or as little as you want setting up your altar. This doesn’t have to cost a lot of money. Your deity isn’t going to ignore your offerings just because you’re broke and doing the best you can.But if you have the money, it’s a good idea to invest in things you find beautiful & meaningful. Consider any money you do spend to be part of your offering.So A note on magical objects and their associations…One question I used to wonder, and maybe you’re wondering it too, is how do we know what objects resonate with each planet? How do we know that cinnamon resonates particularly with the sun, or that lavender resonates with Mercury?And the answer is, we trust the wisdom of the ancients. Over the millenia, people have come to associate the energies of different natural objects with the energies of the planets. You see that a lot in magic, particularly rootwork, where every natural thing has its own spirit, and that spirit has its own personality. And that comes from centuries of human spiritual wisdom. So that’s where this information is coming from.You can also, just trust your intuition. As you research your planet & it’s associations, you’ll start finding contradictions. Think of it like giving a gift to a good friend. You can go with what you know they like, or what you’ve heard they like. Or you can give them something that calls to you that you think they would like, just based off your gut.So. Anyway. At your altar, you can give daily offerings of food, drink, incense, essential oils… put symbolic objects on your altar, include them in your rituals, surround yourself with them.Start each day by thanking the deity and giving the offering in gratitude. Thank the deity for everything it has done, everything it is currently doing. And leave it at that. For me personally, I offer food once a week on the day that’s associated with that planet. I don’t do it daily. I offer a drink then too. But mostly I’ll give a scent offering by burning an incense or diffusing essential oils. I’ll do that every morning at my altar. And then I’ll also light incense during my rituals and when I’m setting intentions. That allows me to create a space where my energy is being channeled exactly where I want it to be.So now that you have all that background, we’re ready to really dig into the planets and what they’re all about.I’m going to give a general overview of each one, because we just don’t have enough time to delve deep into all of them. But I’m including everything you need to know so that you can choose the right deity for you, and so that you know how to work with it.As you get excited about one of the planets, start googling. As I mentioned, this is a large, ancient tradition so there are so many resources available if you want to go down a rabbit hole.So starting with the sun.The sun aligns with the energy of consciousness, well-being, confidence. This is the planet that can help you with strengthening a positive sense of self and purpose in life. It’s also the ruler of vitality and health.Because of that, it’s really popular to work with, because so much of ourselves, our desires, and our abilities come from our wellbeing and our sense of self. This would be the most important part of Maslow's Hierarchy: you need a solid sense of self to be able to build upon if you want to achieve higher levels of happiness and success.Especially in business, confidence is key. Whether you’re making your first sale or your thousandth, you need to be highly confident in yourself and your business or no one is going to buy from you.The sun helps you embody your role as a leader and entrepreneur. It can improve your ability to be true to yourself and know what direction you want your business to move in going forward.The sun’s colors are gold and yellow. So if you decide to work with the sun, you can wear these colors. Put them everywhere. When I paint my nails the color of the planetary deity I’m working with, and wear clothing and jewelry that color, and make it my phone background, and basically just surround myself with it, I’ve found that when I do that, every time I look at that color I’m reminded of my goals. And eventually, I start to see my goals manifest.So for the sun, your offerings can be incense or essential oils like amber, cinnamon, and citrus fruits. Plus crystals like Tiger’s eye, citrine, and gold. If you want to offer food or drink, start with sun tea (that’s tea that’s been steeped in the sun’s heat), cider, orange juice, and sunflower seeds.These are all tools you can use on your altar and in your rituals.So. Moving onto the second deity you could work with, the moon.The moon holds the energy of the unconscious, emotions, and the soul. It’s perfect for magic that increases psychic intuition, feminine energy, and happy home life.Working with the moon can help you create a better home/life harmony if you’re struggling to find time to do everything you need to do and still show up fully in your family or relationships.It can also help you get in touch with your feminine side. In business, that looks like leaning into the flow, taking time to rest, following your intuition, and improving your psychic abilities.Another reason you might want to work with the moon is if you’re used to reacting suddenly, which is so easy when we feel like we always have to be on with the internet. Working with the moon can help you to take your time to think and respond. Help center you around the idea that, as a business owner, sometimes it’s not all about calling the shots: sometimes it’s about listening and reflecting before you make a decision.The moon’s color is white. Offer the moon things like eucalyptus, amethyst, quartz, salt water, any kind of milk, edible flowers, and seafood. Because the moon controls the tides, she is very connected with all things from the sea.When you want to work on something related to communication, technology, and travel, Mercury is your best bet. Working with Mercury will help you develop and improve writing and communication skills, including branding, to ensure you're delivering exactly the message you want to be delivering. If you're having trouble getting your audience to engage with you or finding the right messaging, Mercury can help. Mercury is also associated with fast cash & marketing, so that’s fun ;)If you have a big online launch or program, you can work with Mercury to ensure the technology side all goes smoothly. And if you’re planning a retreat where people are traveling from out of town, you can work with Mercury to ensure all the travel plans go smoothly.If you’re performing rituals with Mercury, use things like lavender, carnelian, jasper, honeysuckle, and any adaptogen. If offering food, offer coffee, tea, wine, bread, and olives.So next, there’s Mars.Mars is the planet for motivation, beating the competition, and sex. For lighting a fire under your ass and going after what you want.Working with Mars is great for developing your own animal magnetism, making people lust after your business.Ask Mars to help you with things like finding motivation, especially if you’re facing a period of sluggishness or procrastination. If you’re stuck in place, you know where you want to be but you just can’t seem to get there, this is the deity you want to work with.The energy of Mars is embodied in the color red, so you can offer this deity things like garnet, red aventurine, and ruby. And any spicy food, like cayenne, chili powder, and ginger.And now on to Venus.We all know Venus as the planet of love, but she's also the planet of enhancing your attractiveness and being irresistable. Of artistry and finding success in creative endeavors. The planet of being completely charming, or winning people over and having people desire your work. She’s also the planet most associated with luxury, so if you’re interested in high ticket sales, she can help you with that.Obviously you want to use Venus to create an audience of adoring fans. To enchant your audience and develop a customer base that’s totally in love with you. (And if you don’t know what I mean when I say that, I’ll link our episode on enchanting your customers in the show notes). Every business needs this. Probably every business owner should work with Venus at some point, because if you want to grow your business, you need an audience that is charmed by you, and you need a customer base that loves you so much they keep coming back for more. Venus’ color is pink. If you want to work with Venus, offer her roses and rose quartz, fancy perfumes, red wine, chocolate, and all foods lush and fancy.Moving onto Jupiter…Jupiter embodies expansion, prosperity, and wisdom. So it's perfect for magic that will grow and scale your business, because it’s the planet for money magic. It’s also the planet of expanding awareness and attention, so its energy is helpful if you want your audience to grow.Jupiter loves laughter, fun, and community.Jupiter rules the color blue, so offer things like sapphire, turquoise, blue agate... plus plants like oak, chestnut, nutmeg. And expensive food and drink like fine whiskey and roasted meats. Think of things your rich jovial grandpa would love. Those are good offerings for Jupiter.And finally, the planet Saturn.Saturn rules the energy of law, reality, karma, fear, and mastery.It’s also the magic of death, so that means it’s the magic of transformation. If you’re in the process of transitioning away from a business idea, or if you’re mourning the loss of a business that just wouldn’t work, Saturn can help you put that business to bed so that you can kill off the ideas that didn’t serve you and clear the way for a new, better business.You can work with Saturn to bring more structure into your life & into your business. And also to master a field of study.It's not a planet I have worked with personally, because that’s not the type of magic I do. But for some people, that resonates with what they want.Saturn rules the color black. Things like vetiver, lead, obsidian, and poisonous plants like belladonna and nightshade, resonate with Saturn.So there you have it. 7 planets that can help you attain the level of abundance you want in your business.And I just realized I forgot to note the days each planet is associated with - some are pretty obvious, even in English. Sunday is the sunMonday is the moonTuesday is MarsWednesday is MercuryThursday is Jupiter Friday is VenusSaturday is Saturn A super side comment is I have not seen any reference to this ANYWHERE so this is all speculation but I find it very very interesting that the Jewish culture celebrates their God on Saturday, and the God of the old testament is pretty … intense. ALmost… Saturnian.And then the God of the Christian religion is celebrated on Sun-day. Even though they are supposedly the same God. And the God of the new testament is pretty beneficent. Iiiinteresting, right?THat’s my little random tid-bit for the day. SO you can plan your rituals with the days of the week associated with your beloved planetary deityAnd can actually work with the planetary hours of the day. A good app for that is called Hours & it makes it really easy & takes into account your sunrise & sunset.I personally started working with Jupiter as the first planet I worked with. He helped me a lot with getting my financial shit in order.But I mainly work with the moon now. I have a very strong moon placement in my astrology chart & felt an immediate emotional connection when I started working with her.She’s helped with all sorts of random ass stuff, like the obvious of creating a safe home by helping get rid of crazy neighbors (and by get rid of I mean I worked with her on having neighbors that were friendly and of integrity & that just happened to mean that the current neighbors moved out)She also helped me increase my income so I could afford to live in a more expensive place.And she’s helped me with good client relationships & getting referrals & getting new clients & loving myself more.So. I think it’s a good example of this not being super cut & dry. It’s all about forming a meaningful relationship with a powerful entity & asking for their help & giving them love and gratitude and appreciation, respect, and acknowledgement in return.AnywaysOnce you’re consistent in working with the planet of your choice on a weekly basis. Giving daily or weekly offerings. You can start being more concrete with your requests. Come up with a tangible goal that the planetary deity can help you with & ask for help! Let the deity know what you will give in return. You could donate to a charity related to your planet, or host a big dinner with foods and drinks it likes - get creative here!And Again, this is after you’ve built up the relationship. No one likes the person who randomly DM’s them a pitch. Don’t be that guy.I also recommend research (AKA getting to know) the planet you start working with. Read poetry about Venus or myths about aphrodite. Look at artwork created for them. See if you can find pop culture references. Like you have a crush on someone and you want to know everything about them.And pay attention! we recognize magic through synchronicity … so pay attention to how the deity you’re working with is talking back to you!I know a friend who hears specific songs on the radio or poetry when Venus is communicating with her.Building up this level of observation will not only make your magic stronger, but it will give your life more meaning because every area of your life can be steeped with magic if you’re paying attention to it.So When you’re deciding which planet to work with, take time to meditate and focus on what’s the most important thing in your business right now. Is it nailing down your message? Finding the right audience? Scaling your online programs? Bringing in cash?Then just get started. Add in a calendar event on repeat if you need help with consistency.Okay! That was a lot, but I can’t wait for you to dive in.

This week, because of the vast amount of people that are likely to lose their jobs due to the COVID-19 virus, I am demonstrating how to use Horary to answer the question: How will my finances be over the next year? Ascendant Virgo, ruled by Mercury Mercury in Cancer in the 10th house of career. Moon in Aries (square to Sun) in the 8th house of other people's money Sun in Cancer in the 11th house of friends/groups opposition Jupiter, Saturn, Pluto retro in 5th house.

WATCH this on YouTubeLISTEN as a podcast on Podbean, Stitcher, or iTunes          Welcome to Observing With Webb, where a high school astronomy teacher tells you what you’re looking at, why it’s so cool, and what you should check out later this month…at night.  November is turning out to be an AWESOME month for astronomy with lots of events of different types spread throughout. Every naked eye planet is visible, Mercury transits the Sun, 3 close encounter lineups including one on Thanksgiving will happen, and perhaps we’ll be graced with some bonus meteors from the annual Leonid meteor shower.   EVENTS... First Quarter Moon – 4th (Visible until midnight) Full Moon – 12th (Visible all night) Last Quarter Moon – 19th (Visible from midnight into the morning) New Moon – 26th (darkest skies)   1st – 3rd – Close Encounter – Moon, Jupiter, Saturn, Venus, Mercury – You won’t see a great lineup like this very often at all! (Don’t ask me when.) On the 1st, the Moon will be between Saturn and Jupiter, with Venus and Mercury down by the horizon, barely visible in the SW. The next two nights the Moon will move off to the left of everything.  3rd – Daylight Savings Time Ends – It’ll get dark faster at night, and in the mornings, the light will come earlier 11th – Transit of Mercury – Mercury will pass directly in front the Sun, from our perspective, which won’t happen again until 2032! The transit begins at about 7:35am EST, reaches midpoint at 10:19am EST, and ends at 1:04pm EST.  How can you see this? DON’T STARE AT THE SUN WITHOUT FILTERS. You’ll at least need eclipse glasses to catch it, but Mercury is very small, so many people are saying you won’t see it without magnification. That means you need to look up white light filters for a camera zoom lens or telescope (Baader makes them) or a way to project the Sun and Mercury onto a sheet of paper using your telescope. A great article covering everything is here: https://www.skyatnightmagazine.com/advice/skills/transit-mercury-11-november-2019-what-how-see/ 17th – Leonid Meteor Shower – This annual, weak, meteor shower can have some wonderful years. 2019 does not appear to be one of them, but there still is some hope. You only have until 9pm to get out, since the Moon will be rising at that time. It’d be nice if the Moon wasn’t there, since the radiant would be able to rise and give us a higher number of meteors visible, but getting out there anyway should yield a couple for you.  23rd – 25th – Close Encounter – Moon, Mars, Mercury – Get out after 6:20am on the 23rd, and you’ll find a thin crescent Moon 13˚ above red Mars, which is about 10˚ above dim Mercury. On the 24th, the Moon will be just 3˚ to the left of Mars, making a nice triangle with Mercury. The 25th will be the hardest day to catch this, since the Moon rises at 6:37am, right near sunrise, but with Mercury and Mars above it. 23rd, 24th - Close Encounter – Jupiter & Venus – Get out after sunset by 5pm and find two bright planets about 10˚ above the SW horizon, only about 1˚ apart! Venus will be below Jupiter on both nights.  27th – 30th – Thanksgiving Close Encounter – Moon, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn – A THIRD great lineup for the month! Jupiter is lowest, with Venus just 4˚ to the left, and Saturn 15˚ up and to the left of Venus. The Moon starts VERY thin on the 27th, down and to the right of Jupiter in the SW. The next night, Venus and the Moon are VERY close! Just 1.5˚ apart for Thanksgiving! Then on Friday the Moon moves to be less than 2˚ below Saturn, and then leaving the group on the 30th.   Naked-eye PLANETS... Around Sunset – Saturn, Jupiter, Venus (S to SW) Throughout the night – None Morning – Mars (ESE), Mercury (ESE – last week)  Mercury MIGHT catch it on the 1st when it’s below Venus and sets about an hour after the Sun. Your better bet is to get out around 7am and look ESE, but only during the last week of November. Mercury, Mars, and Spica will line up nicely, adding the Moon on the 23rd and 24th. Venus Venus’ turn to come back as the “Evening Star” until May! Just barely visible over the horizon at sunset at the beginning of the month, it will slowly get a little higher each night, so be patient. Find a great view of the SW horizon with nothing in the way and watch the sunset. Venus will be the brightest light off in that direction, only about 10˚ above the horizon. Mars Get out after 6am, but before sunrise, and look ESE to find the ruddy red point of light that is Mars. The view keeps improving as Mars rises earlier and is higher each morning, until on the 30th it rises at 5:30am and is 24˚ above the horizon by sunrise. Jupiter LAST CHANCE (for a couple months)! Other than Venus if you’re looking for it, Jupiter will probably be the first point of light you can see, looking SW less than 15˚ above the horizon. It will set in the SW by 8:30pm at the beginning of the month. Throughout the month it’ll set earlier, passing Venus, by 7:00pm at the end of the month. Saturn Yet again, Saturn will trail behind Jupiter in the sky by about 20˚. It starts off in the SSW about 20˚ above the horizon, and third in brightness to Jupiter and Venus. Throughout each night it’ll set in the SW earlier, at 10pm in the beginning of the month, by 8:30pm at the end.   CONSTELLATIONS... Use a sky map from www.skymaps.com to help you out. After Dinner: Pegasus & Andromeda - Look pretty much straight up you’ll be able to see the Great Square of Pegasus, with Andromeda curving off of one corner. If your skies are decently dark, you might catch the faint fuzz that is the Andromeda Galaxy. Before Bed: Andromeda, Perseus, Triangulum, Aries – Find Pegasus off to the West a little bit to find the cornucopia shaped Andromeda again. Keep following the cornucopia shape to find Perseus, which has kind of a similar shape, except opening up toward the southern horizon and the Pleiades.  Below Perseus and Andromeda will be Triangulum, a small thin triangle, and Aries the Ram, which looks more like a curved walking cane on its side. Before Work: Orion – Look southwest to find the vertical bow-tie that is Orion the Hunter.   Don’t forget to check out my Podbean page, YouTube Channel, and Twitter feed, or get my podcast feed on Stitcher, or iTunes.

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This week on Astrobuzz podcast, it's all about the clever, witty, and sometimes shadowy sign of Gemini. ♊️ Gemini is led by the planet mercury. What is Mercury? Mercury is movement, quickness, wit, humor, duel nature, analytics, mathematics, communication and technology. ♊️ When mercury comes to govern this sign, it generates a person that is popular, quick witted, curious, intelligent, well spoken, and may have a little bit of a fixation of having two of everything! (; ♊️ Gemini is an air sign and is represented by the symbol of the twins... just as the constellation appears in the night sky. Gemini rules the third house of communication, mass media, short distance travel, and siblings. ♊️ When speaking of Ayurveda, gemini is generally seen as being tridoshic. Of course depending on where gemini is placed in your chart, how many planets are in gemini, and where mercury is placed in your chart, it's going to create a totally unique combination and influence for you! ♊️ It was such a great time recording all about this sign! Tune in next week for the watery and soft Cancer! To get a personal reading, email astrobuzzpodcast@gmail.com, or come to our retreat Dec 28-30 outside Austin, TX. Register at www.quietmind.yoga/retreats --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/astrology/message