Vanity is often discouraged at an early age with this placement; some people are taught to think of themselves as having missed out in the looks department. One woman I know won a scholarship to go to a prestigious school…...

Anything in the eleventh house tends to gain power and momentum as time passes. With Venus in this position, there are excellent prospects for your long-term growth.  “Friends” are a traditional meaning of the eleventh house, although the word can…...

When Pluto transits over Venus, it might lead to a temporary obsession with love. This can manifest as relentless dreaming about someone or spending an excessive amount of time pursuing them. While the depiction of obsessive love can seem dark…...

In the world of intimacy, there is hardly a more powerful symbol than making a home. It comes in stages, some of them unspoken and tender. Behind all the outside posturing, home is really the bottom line. With Saturn in…...

Here, the Jupiter keyword, “Expansion,” can have physical effects. Depending on the sign, weight gain (and a difficulty in subsequently losing it) can often cause problems, not simply because the subject enjoys food a little too much, but also because…...

The ninth is expansive, adventurous, and philosophical, while Saturn is rigorous and grounded. The combination is rich and paradoxical, and a little daunting. With your Saturn here, the successful maturation depends upon sustained effort in a challenging direction. Many astrologers…...

Relationships are often embarked upon at an early age by people with this placing, due to to the challenge of developing an emotional relationship, great enthusiasm and, most of all, high hopes. Unfortunately, expectations of the partner are frequently far…...

Question: I’ve done some research on Grand Trines, but I still have a question. What if a Grand Trine in the chart is made up of angles as well rather than just planets? Ascendant – Sun – Moon, for example…....

The North Node in Aries represents a long journey of self-discovery and empowerment. It delves deep into the realm of asserting your individuality and self-reliance. However, it’s essential to understand that this transformation is not about completely isolating yourself or…...

In many respects Uranus is at home in these two houses (3rd and 9th), because they are cadent and mind orientated, and therefore associated with reflection and learning. Uranus is consequently less likely to present itself through unexpected events of…...

Through astrology, we encounter the recurring themes and motifs that have influenced mankind throughout history, it sheds light on our innate needs and the conflicts that arise. When wielded with wisdom, astrology offers a glimpse into the individual and collective…...

Question: I have very significant Pluto aspects in my natal chart. I was abused as a child. I’ve found it hard being at university around young people who are able to be naive and innocent about life, I feel a…...