When astrologers delve into the nature of the planet Mercury, they are unpacking information related to an individual’s mode of communication. Mercury, often dubbed the messenger of the gods in Roman mythology, governs not just...
Mercury in Cancer: Mentally Receptive or Too Subjective?
Question: Do people with Mercury in Cancer tend to base their opinions on feelings and personal experiences? With Mercury in Cancer, individuals tend to have a deep connection between their mind and emotions. This placement...
The Zodiac Stereotypes
Writing about the stereotypical traits of Taurus reminded me of when I was first delving into astrology. I remember feeling a bit jittery about saying stuff like “Aries is a bit self-absorbed,” or “Taurus is …
Mercury in Taurus: The Psychology of Money
Question: Could it offend someone to say that having Mercury in Taurus means they mostly talk about money and security? Many people with Mercury in Taurus possess a natural talent for financial matters. They often...
Sun Sextile Moon Natal Aspect
The Sun sextile Moon natal aspect highlights an inherent symbiosis between your core identity (represented by the Sun) and your emotional instincts (represented by the Moon). This favorable aspect reflects a seamless interaction between your …
Beyond Premonition: The “Bad Feelings” of Moon-Pluto
Question: I’ve read in astrology that people with Moon-Pluto aspects often get a “bad feeling” about situations, almost like a premonition of something awful happening. Is there any truth to this? Individuals with Moon-Pluto aspects...
The Four Angles in Astrology
The moment of our birth marks the inception of a personalized natal chart upon which the universal patterns of astrology unfold, shaping the drama of our lives. At this juncture, the astrological houses and angles...
Archetypal Astrology
Every sign in the zodiac and every planet has its own mythological story or divine figure associated with it. According to Carl Jung, these symbols and archetypes come from a universal part of the human …
Unpacking Moon-Neptune: Can You Ever Feel Truly Safe?
Question: How can Moon-Neptune placements find security despite their inherent sensitivity and vulnerability? In an astrology chart, a Moon-Neptune hard aspect paints a picture of a stormy sea – emotions tossed by intuition, a deep...
Sun Conjunct Moon: Natal Aspect
The Sun conjunct Moon in a natal chart symbolizes a merging of both solar and lunar energies. This alignment signifies a harmonious blending of one’s sense of self (Sun) with their emotional inner world (Moon), …
Moon-Uranus Aspects: Nervous Breakdowns
The Moon-Uranus aspect is often associated with a susceptibility to emotional breakdowns due to stress overload. I’ve observed this aspect activated in astrological charts of individuals who have experienced intense trauma. When the pressure becomes...
Dissociative States
Dissociative states occur when a person is under great stress from external influences, other people’s cruelty, or deeply felt previous internal conflicts with a disturbing immediate situation. The Moon (emotion) in Pisces (sensitivity) on the …