Question: I don’t know where to start, but lately I have been all over the place emotionally, and I don’t know how to control it. I know that this isn’t a place where you tell other people your problems, but I need some assurance that I’m going to be okay, or that I am not…...
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Moon in the 8th House: Why Does Separation Feel Like Dying?
Question: My sister has her Moon in the 8th house and becomes psycho when people end relationships. I would like to learn more about the influence of planetary positions in the 8th house. Why is there such a strong reaction to separation? Does it feel like death (associated with the 8th house) when someone cuts…...
Saturn in Synastry: Mutual Growth, Mutual Lessons
Question: Saturn, given its slow-moving and malefic nature, appears to have a significant impact in synastry, especially regarding aspects between key astrological elements like the Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, Mars, and the major angles. This impact seems to be more pronounced than with other slow-moving planets such as Jupiter, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto. In synastry,…...
What’s the Difference Between Synastry Aspects of Personal Planets to Pluto?
Question: What distinguishes the synastry aspects of the Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, and Mars when in aspect to Pluto? They appear to be quite similar. The overarching themes of power struggles, control, and transformation create a unifying thread through all Pluto aspects, yet each personal planet brings its unique flavor to the dynamic. First, let’s…...
Grudge Holding and Forgiveness in Astrology
If we’re pondering forgiveness and grudge-holding tendencies, we’re hitting on a few natal chart placements. Okay, let’s start with the fixed signs, who can be a bit reluctant to let go. Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, Aquarius—are the zodiac’s stalwart defenders of principle and pride. Why? Because to them, letting go can feel like relinquishing control or…...
Venus in Capricorn: Challenging (and Owning) the Stereotypes
Question: What is the stereotypical reading of Venus in Capricorn? If you have Venus in Capricorn, you don’t do frivolity—you desire relationships that are built to last. There’s a preference for partners who are ambitious, responsible, and possibly already wearing a suit. You aren’t exactly handing out free hugs, and so you can appear reserved,…...
Neptune in the 8th House: The Hypnotic Draw to Dissolution
Neptune, the elusive dream-weaver, is the planet of dissolution, transcendence, and the boundless sea of collective consciousness. Pair it with the 8th house—home of transformation, death, rebirth, and psychological depth—and you have a potent concoction for introspection, spiritual exploration, and a fair bit of chaos. Neptune in the 8th house places a smoky mirror over…...
Alec Baldwin: The Accidental Shooting
Alec Baldwin is a renowned American actor and producer with a career spanning several decades. He gained prominence in the 1980s and 1990s with notable roles in films such as Beetlejuice, The Hunt for Red October, and Glengarry Glen Ross. Baldwin’s versatility has allowed him to excel in both dramatic and comedic roles, including his…...
Transiting Pluto Conjunct Natal Moon: Secrets Come Out!
When transiting Pluto conjuncts the Moon, it is intense—it feels the need to uncover everything: your secrets, your fears, and any emotional baggage you’ve been dragging around. If your cupboards are bare of skeletons, good for you! But Pluto isn’t easily satisfied. It’s the emotional secrets you’ve kept from yourself—those half-buried truths of what you…...
Uranus Transits: The Curious Case of Polarity Reversals (Intriguing, Right?)
I came across something in one of my astrology books that caught my attention: the concept of polarity reversal. “Uranus represents situations where something can suddenly transform into its complete opposite without any transitional phase.” In astrological terms, Uranus is often associated with sudden changes, innovation, and unexpected events. During certain transits (the movement of…...
How Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto Transform Your Life: A Guide to Outer Planet Changes
When Uranus transits over personal planets and points in your chart, you yearn to break loose from the confines of routine and convention. You may feel this sudden sense of restlessness. However, when this restless feeling wells up, don’t immediately burn your bridges or quit your job. Reflect first—what exactly is making you feel boxed…...
Pluto Transits the 3rd House: Intense Focus
Question: As Pluto transits my 3rd house, I’ve noticed a significant shift in the tone of communications; they’ve taken on a more negative slant. There’s a deepening desire to uncover the truth behind everything, to the point that I’ve lost interest in anything superficial. However, this intense focus seems to be taking its toll on…...