This year’s Venus retrograde happens between March 1st and April 12th (plus the shadow periods right before and after). When any planet goes retrograde, that is, when it gives the impression of slowing down and moving backwards, it invites us to turn inward. So, when Venus—the planet of love, beauty, values, and money—does this, we are called to re-examine the…
Category: Astrology
How to Break Free From the Ego Consciousness In Which Society Traps You
From the moment you are born, you are conditioned to see yourself as a separate individual. You are given a name, a gender label, a predominant role in the family, and specific guidelines to measure and direct your behavior. Later on, you continue to define yourself by your possessions, social roles, and achievements. Society reinforces ego consciousness by placing value…
The Year of the Wood Snake: A Powerful Catalyst for Spiritual Transformation
As we enter the Chinese Year of the Wood Snake, I thought it would be a good idea to explore the spiritual wisdom that this enigmatic creature symbolizes. The Snake is often misunderstood, but in many spiritual traditions, it represents transformation, healing, and the shedding of illusions. The Year of the Wood Snake is an opportunity to turn inward, release…
Jupiter Conjunct Uranus Marks the Beginning of an Important Chapter in Your Life
The Jupiter-Uranus conjunction on April 20 is one of, if not the biggest astrological event of 2024, and one we will be dealing with for years, both globally and individually. This specific conjunction occurs every 13-14 years and usually marks the beginning of something new and also prompts us to take a big risk or to think bigger to leap…
2024 Is the Year to Embrace Your Inner Power
In the lunar calendar, the beginning of the harvest season begins when the Sun moves from the Tropic of Capricorn (the father) to the Tropic of Cancer (the mother) in mid-January. This is known and celebrated in India as Makar Sankranti, when Mother Nature begins to awaken and it’s time to plant the seeds of things to come. These can…
Spring Is the Perfect Time For New Beginnings & Projects
Have you been thinking of starting something new but are unsure about your next steps? Or perhaps you have been procrastinating about an old project that you’re not ready to let go? You’re not alone! It seems that the energies around us are a bit contradictory—or, rather, pulling us in different directions. I’ve been working on the projects I mentioned…
What Opportunities Will the Year of the Water Rabbit Bring?
This Lunar New Year is celebrated as the Year of the Rabbit in Chinese astrology. As the story goes, the Jade Emperor set up a cosmic contest among 12 animals to determine the order of the zodiac signs according to the order in which each animal would arrive at his party. The Rabbit was very proud of his speed, even…