Mercury and Mars Hook Up in Scorpio, A New Moon in Libra, Neptune Dips Back into Pisces and the Sun Enters Scorpio

 

The last full week of October is going out with a bang, pretty much the way it started with that Full Moon in Aries.  On October 20, Mercury and Mars will be conjunct in 20 degrees of Scorpio.  This can quite literally indicate a breaking point, both mentally and emotionally.  We can feel driven to dig deep and investigate with both of these planets in the fixed water sign of Scorpio.  A crisis can occur and we could see aggression on a verbal or emotional level. Powerful communication is likely and I wouldn't be surprised if words were used as weapons. I have my natal Mercury in Scorpio and I have frequently quipped that my mouth could be registered as a lethal weapon. Subconscious truths can be revealed.  This aspect will be quite personal for me because it is conjunct my natal Sun in Scorpio in my 2nd house.

We have a New Moon in 28 degrees of Libra on October 21 that promises to pack quite a punch.  The theme of a New Moon in Libra is to set intentions to create more harmony, but the Sun and Moon in Libra are forming an out of sign square to Pluto in 1 degree of Aquarius, which could indicate some power struggles.  Of course, the most positive use of this energy is power to the people, but it seems that like is a work in progress.  

There is actually a Cardinal Grand Cross on the New Moon because it squares Jupiter in 24 degrees of Cancer and opposes Chiron in 24 degrees of Aries.  Aries is very rebellious energy while Jupiter in Cancer is all about self-care and nurturing others.  This Cardinal Grand Cross has strong themes of motivation to make changes, but there can be unbalanced power and lack of equality.  Chiron in Aries opposing the New Moon can trigger old emotional wounds for healing so that we can move forward.  And the New Moon squaring Jupiter in Cancer can bring on a tendency towards self-indulgence.

What else is going on astrologically with the New Moon in Libra?  We also have a Grand Water Trine involving Mars and Mercury in Scorpio trining Jupiter in 24 degrees of Cancer and Saturn in 26 degrees of Pisces.  A Grand Water Trine emphasizes emotions, so expect to have a big case of the feels on this day.. There is the potential for angry words, but try to remember that we are building for the future and use that emotional energy to stay focused.  

This New Moon in Libra will be very personal for me as it conjuncts my Neptune in Libra and Mercury in 0 degrees of Scorpio in my 1st house.  The Grand Water Trine also trines my Venus in Scorpio and Uranus in Cancer.

The action continues on October 22 with two planets moving into water signs.  Neptune moves from Aries, where it has been since March 30, back into Pisces at 5:48 a.m. Neptune will remain in the anaretic or critical degree of 29 in Pisces until January 26, 2026 when it moves back into Aries until May 2038.  Clearly we have some unfinished business to attend to and this transit will be felt the strongest by anyone having planets or points in the late degrees of the mutable signs of Pisces, Gemini, Virgo and Sagittarius. This last pass of Neptune in Aries will be a crucial turning point regarding the areas of spirituality, confusion and escapism.  We might be dissolving illusions and obtaining a deeper understanding of the truth as we let go of the past to heal and prepare for a new beginning that Neptune in Aries symbolizes.  On a more mundane level, this last hit of Neptune in Pisces could bring more floods and storms.

The Sun enters the fixed water sign of Scorpio at 11:51 p.m. on October 22. The focus is now on transformation and getting to the bottom of things.  There is nothing superficial or light-hearted about the Sun transiting Scorpio because it literally is an all-or-nothing sign with no halfway measures.  It is a seismic change from the Sun in Libra.  Determination, perseverance and loyalty are earmarks of Scorpio, as is emotional depth and intensity.  Just be mindful that the shadow side of Scorpio is about jealousy and vindictiveness.  I am a Scorpio, so trust me, I know that all of these things are true.  A Scorpio can be your most loyal friend, but it you cross them, they can be your worst enemy.  This is the kind of energy we will be dealing with for the next few weeks...

I am no longer posting on X (formerly known as Twitter), but I am posting daily on Blue Sky Social as danceofphoenix@danceofphoenix.bsky.social. There is an astrological community starting there called AstroSphere. The link is https://bsky.app/profile/danceofphoenix.bsky.social.

If you are curious as to how all of this planetary action is affecting you, please consider getting an astrological consultation with me. I offer consultations on Zoom too. Check out my menu of services at:

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

I am also offering private astrology lessons by telephone or video, such as FaceTime, Skype or Zoom.  Please feel free to contact me at lindasim54@gmail.com if you are interested in learning more about astrology.

I have been doing more work with tarot readings, which I love, so I decided to create a combination reading which offers the option of a 30-minute astrology consultation with a one-question tarot reading for only $50. There is something for everyone and my menu of services can accommodate any budget. I also have a one-question tarot reading for only $15. 

My site also offers the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Blue Sky Social at: 

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice. If you prefer to send a donation through Venmo or pay for a reading through Venmo, my handle is Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7.  Or you can send a contribution using Zelle and my phone number 617-304-2205.

Additionally, I am available for tarot readings by telephone.  I use the Celestial Tarot Deck, which I love because it contains so many astrological symbols.  A tarot reading is another great option for obtaining insight and clarity. I offer a 24-card tarot card reading for $50 which incorporates the twelve houses of the horoscope.

I am still experiencing technical difficulties with the Buy Now buttons on the Services Offered page of my site.  In the meantime, please feel free to send payments through PayPal to my email at lindasim54@gmail.com. Just let me know which type of consultation you want with your birth date info.  Or you can send a payment to my Venmo account at Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7 or Zelle using my phone number 617-304-2205.

In 2020, I added a Monthly Horoscopes section to my website. October horoscopes are up now and I have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscope Junkie.  Check it out at:

https://thehoroscopejunkie.ca/monthly_horoscopes.html

I have also joined Facebook.  I don’t post as frequently as on Blue Sky Social, but I am on Facebook now at https://www.facebook.com/linda.simons.75098

The coronavirus outbreak caused me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people were concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions until further notice, so all of my Reiki sessions will be distant Reiki sessions for the foreseeable future. But a distant Reiki session is the perfect opportunity to safely build up your immune system and if you have contracted coronavirus, you can be treated safely from the comfort of your home. My procedure is to have a conversation with a client about what they hope to achieve from a session, we set up a time for the session to take place when they will be in a state to receive healing energy and I follow up with a telephone conversation to discuss their experience and my perception of their blockages. I do miss seeing my clients, so I am now offering Zoom consultations/intakes before the session so that we can see each other. I have also incorporated a new technique with my distance Reiki treatments since I don’t always have a photo of my client.  I use a teddy bear so that I can scan and focus the healing energy where it is needed. If this appeals to you, please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com or call me at 617-304-2205. The cost for distance Reiki sessions is based on a sliding scale of $30 -$50. For your convenience, I accept Venmo and Zelle for payment. Zelle payments can be sent using my telephone number 617-304-2205. I have also written an article about distance Reiki, which is available at:

 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-distance-reiki-can-help-you-during-coronavirus-linda-simons

If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can benefit you, please feel free to check out my Reiki site at:

www.reikiwithlindasimons.com

 

 

 

 

Venus Enters Libra Getting Very Busy and Pluto Stations Direct in Aquarius

 

Venus is getting ready to leave the mutable earth sign of Virgo and enter its happy place in Libra.  But before it does that, it will oppose retrograde Saturn in 27 degrees of Pisces on October 11.  Venus opposing Saturn can feel like a real buzzkill with its potential for delays and limitations in romance and finances.  It's not the best day for socializing (weekend be damned), so be prepared to spend some time alone and engage in practical matters.  A constructive use of this aspect is to pay off some debts.  Just remember that any feelings of depression are a temporary glitch...

Venus enters Libra on October 13 and remains there until November 6.  Venus rules Taurus and Libra, so it's a happy camper in these two signs.  Love is always more romantic and fun when Venus is in these two signs. Venus in Libra brings out our social side and we are more focused on achieving harmony in our relationships.  We also appreciate beauty and the art more now.  We might be inclined to spend more money too, so watch those credit cards carefully.

Pluto stations direct in 1 degree of Aquarius on October 13 too.  It has been retrograde since May 4, when it stationed retrograde in 2 degrees of Aquarius. If you have any planets or points in 0-3 degrees of the fixed signs of Aquarius, Taurus, Leo or Scorpio, you have been feeling this acutely.  It has been said that when Pluto first enters a sign, it can be quite traumatic and I don't think that anyone will disagree with that.  For example, when Pluto entered Leo in 1939, it ushered in World War II with leaders trying to take control in rather brutal and totalitarian ways.  Pluto entered Scorpio in 1983 as we dealt with the AIDS epidemic.  And who can forget Pluto entering Capricorn in 2008 with one of the worst financial crises in the history of the United States. Pluto in Aquarius has been squaring my natal Mercury in Scorpio and conjunct my progressed Sun in Aquarius, so I have been definitely been feeling it. But with Pluto direct we now have a cosmic green light to act on our plans for the future that we have been contemplating for the past five months.  Pluto in Aquarius is poised to transform technology, democracy and how community resources are distributed.  The collective is now ripe for a metamorphosis.  Power structures will be challenged but it can lead to a decentralization of them.  Freedom and non-conformity are central themes now.

Venus in Libra is very busy on the 14th trining both Uranus in Gemini and Pluto in Aquarius.  This is forming a Grand Air Trine, a configuration that I have natally and it is pretty sweet.  We can experience breakthroughs in love, money and transformation.  We should be feeling more support for love, finances and the ability to initiate changes.  Communication is flourishing, so take advantage of any opportunities that come your way.  That is the key benefiting from a Grand Trine - you must act or you will not be able to reap the benefits.

I am no longer posting on X (formerly known as Twitter), but I am posting daily on Blue Sky Social as danceofphoenix@danceofphoenix.bsky.social. There is an astrological community starting there called AstroSphere. The link is https://bsky.app/profile/danceofphoenix.bsky.social.

If you are curious as to how all of this planetary action is affecting you, please consider getting an astrological consultation with me. I offer consultations on Zoom too. Check out my menu of services at:

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

I am also offering private astrology lessons by telephone or video, such as FaceTime, Skype or Zoom.  Please feel free to contact me at lindasim54@gmail.com if you are interested in learning more about astrology.

I have been doing more work with tarot readings, which I love, so I decided to create a combination reading which offers the option of a 30-minute astrology consultation with a one-question tarot reading for only $50. There is something for everyone and my menu of services can accommodate any budget. I also have a one-question tarot reading for only $15. 

My site also offers the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Blue Sky Social at: 

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice. If you prefer to send a donation through Venmo or pay for a reading through Venmo, my handle is Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7.  Or you can send a contribution using Zelle and my phone number 617-304-2205.

Additionally, I am available for tarot readings by telephone.  I use the Celestial Tarot Deck, which I love because it contains so many astrological symbols.  A tarot reading is another great option for obtaining insight and clarity. I offer a 24-card tarot card reading for $50 which incorporates the twelve houses of the horoscope.

I am still experiencing technical difficulties with the Buy Now buttons on the Services Offered page of my site.  In the meantime, please feel free to send payments through PayPal to my email at lindasim54@gmail.com. Just let me know which type of consultation you want with your birth date info.  Or you can send a payment to my Venmo account at Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7 or Zelle using my phone number 617-304-2205.

In 2020, I added a Monthly Horoscopes section to my website. October horoscopes are up now and I have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscope Junkie.  Check it out at:

https://thehoroscopejunkie.ca/monthly_horoscopes.html

I have also joined Facebook.  I don’t post as frequently as on Blue Sky Social, but I am on Facebook now at https://www.facebook.com/linda.simons.75098

The coronavirus outbreak caused me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people were concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions until further notice, so all of my Reiki sessions will be distant Reiki sessions for the foreseeable future. But a distant Reiki session is the perfect opportunity to safely build up your immune system and if you have contracted coronavirus, you can be treated safely from the comfort of your home. My procedure is to have a conversation with a client about what they hope to achieve from a session, we set up a time for the session to take place when they will be in a state to receive healing energy and I follow up with a telephone conversation to discuss their experience and my perception of their blockages. I do miss seeing my clients, so I am now offering Zoom consultations/intakes before the session so that we can see each other. I have also incorporated a new technique with my distance Reiki treatments since I don’t always have a photo of my client.  I use a teddy bear so that I can scan and focus the healing energy where it is needed. If this appeals to you, please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com or call me at 617-304-2205. The cost for distance Reiki sessions is based on a sliding scale of $30 -$50. For your convenience, I accept Venmo and Zelle for payment. Zelle payments can be sent using my telephone number 617-304-2205. I have also written an article about distance Reiki, which is available at:

 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-distance-reiki-can-help-you-during-coronavirus-linda-simons

If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can benefit you, please feel free to check out my Reiki site at:

www.reikiwithlindasimons.com

 

 

 

 

October Kicks Off on an Edgy Note with a Full Moon in Aries and Mercury Entering Scorpio

 

The quiet period is over, folks.  We had a somewhat peaceful week astrologically after the last eclipse on September 21, but the month of October is off to a bit of a rocky start.  This could be the most turbulent week of the month, so hang in there.  I promise you it won't be as raucous as September.

On October 6, we have a Super Full Moon in 14 degrees of Aries.  Aries is the sign associated with the phrase I AM.  Aries loves to live in the moment and likes to be its own inner authority.  Aries is not known for its patience, either.  It wants everything now.  One of the main themes these days that I have been hearing from friends and clients is that people are impatient.  From an astrological perspective, we need to accept that there are a lot of planets retrograde these days: Pluto, Uranus, Neptune and Saturn.  This has been an unusually active, back and forth type of year because Saturn has already moved from Aries back into Pisces, Neptune is still in Aries but is moving back into Pisces on October 22 and while Uranus is in Gemini, it is moving back into Taurus on November 7.  We have had a taste of what the future holds, but the real changes won't manifest until 2026.  Saturn and Neptune have been moving together, but they won't be conjunct until February 20, 2026, so all I can say is that be patient about making those dreams a reality until then.  Neptune will be back in Aries on January 26, 2026 and Saturn will re-enter Aries on February 13, 2026. I know it is easier said than done...

What other aspects are in play on the Full Moon?  Mars in 9 degrees of Scorpio is forming a rather challenging aspect called a quindecile (165 degrees apart) with Chiron in 25 of Aries.  This can make us rather passionate and angry about our wounds.  It is an aspect associated with compulsion and obsession, as well as hidden psychological drives.  The Sun in Libra is also forming a quindecile with Neptune in 0 degrees of Aries, which can cause us to want to withdraw, step back and detach.  The saving grace aspect of this Full Moon is Jupiter in 23 degrees of Cancer trining Saturn in 27 degrees of Pisces. This can encourage cautious building for the future, as well as the themes of self-care and nurturing others.

Mercury is entering Scorpio on October 6 until October 29.  But we have an upcoming Mercury retrograde that will start in Sagittarius on November 9 and re-enter Scorpio on November 18 through December 11.  But Mercury in Scorpio will be squaring Pluto in Aquarius on the Full Moon and on October 7, so we can expect some secrets to be revealed.

When Mercury is in Scorpio, decisions are going to be deeply researched. Words can be dark, spiteful and manipulative.  It is a very tenacious and stubborn vibe; what else can you expect from a fixed water sign?  I say this with all honesty because I have my natal Mercury in 0 degrees of Scorpio.  The plus side of Mercury in Scorpio is its resourcefulness and adeptness at solving problems.  It is indeed a time to face uncomfortable truths.

We get a break on October 8 when Venus in Virgo is forming an exact supportive sextile to Jupiter in 23 degrees of Cancer.  This will create an atmosphere that is pleasant, loving, creative and fortunate.  It is a very social vibe.  It's entirely possible to meet new lovers or friends.  Just watch out for a tendency towards excess with food and drink.

I am no longer posting on X (formerly known as Twitter), but I am posting daily on Blue Sky Social as danceofphoenix@danceofphoenix.bsky.social. There is an astrological community starting there called AstroSphere. The link is https://bsky.app/profile/danceofphoenix.bsky.social.

If you are curious as to how all of this planetary action is affecting you, please consider getting an astrological consultation with me. I offer consultations on Zoom too. Check out my menu of services at:

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

I am also offering private astrology lessons by telephone or video, such as FaceTime, Skype or Zoom.  Please feel free to contact me at lindasim54@gmail.com if you are interested in learning more about astrology.

I have been doing more work with tarot readings, which I love, so I decided to create a combination reading which offers the option of a 30-minute astrology consultation with a one-question tarot reading for only $50. There is something for everyone and my menu of services can accommodate any budget. I also have a one-question tarot reading for only $15. 

My site also offers the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Blue Sky Social at: 

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice. If you prefer to send a donation through Venmo or pay for a reading through Venmo, my handle is Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7.  Or you can send a contribution using Zelle and my phone number 617-304-2205.

Additionally, I am available for tarot readings by telephone.  I use the Celestial Tarot Deck, which I love because it contains so many astrological symbols.  A tarot reading is another great option for obtaining insight and clarity. I offer a 24-card tarot card reading for $50 which incorporates the twelve houses of the horoscope.

I am still experiencing technical difficulties with the Buy Now buttons on the Services Offered page of my site.  In the meantime, please feel free to send payments through PayPal to my email at lindasim54@gmail.com. Just let me know which type of consultation you want with your birth date info.  Or you can send a payment to my Venmo account at Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7 or Zelle using my phone number 617-304-2205.

In 2020, I added a Monthly Horoscopes section to my website. October horoscopes are up now and I have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscope Junkie.  Check it out at:

https://thehoroscopejunkie.ca/monthly_horoscopes.html

I have also joined Facebook.  I don’t post as frequently as on Blue Sky Social, but I am on Facebook now at https://www.facebook.com/linda.simons.75098

The coronavirus outbreak caused me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people were concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions until further notice, so all of my Reiki sessions will be distant Reiki sessions for the foreseeable future. But a distant Reiki session is the perfect opportunity to safely build up your immune system and if you have contracted coronavirus, you can be treated safely from the comfort of your home. My procedure is to have a conversation with a client about what they hope to achieve from a session, we set up a time for the session to take place when they will be in a state to receive healing energy and I follow up with a telephone conversation to discuss their experience and my perception of their blockages. I do miss seeing my clients, so I am now offering Zoom consultations/intakes before the session so that we can see each other. I have also incorporated a new technique with my distance Reiki treatments since I don’t always have a photo of my client.  I use a teddy bear so that I can scan and focus the healing energy where it is needed. If this appeals to you, please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com or call me at 617-304-2205. The cost for distance Reiki sessions is based on a sliding scale of $30 -$50. For your convenience, I accept Venmo and Zelle for payment. Zelle payments can be sent using my telephone number 617-304-2205. I have also written an article about distance Reiki, which is available at:

 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-distance-reiki-can-help-you-during-coronavirus-linda-simons

If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can benefit you, please feel free to check out my Reiki site at:

www.reikiwithlindasimons.com

 

 

 

 

A Much Quieter Week in Store with the Main Attraction Being Mercury Squaring Jupiter

The month of September is finally winding down after two pivotal eclipses, the first one a Lunar Eclipse in Pisces on September 7 and the most recent one the Solar Eclipse in 29 degrees of Virgo on September 21.  And we had Mars in Scorpio squaring Pluto in Aquarius on September 24.  But this week we are getting a bit of an astrological breather as September concludes before the Full Moon in Aries on October 6.

The Moon enters Sagittarius on September 26 and stays there until September 29. This should lighten the vibe for the weekend, unlike last weekend when we had that Solar Eclipse in Virgo.  I don't know about you, but I am still reeling from it.  My husband has Neptune in 29 degrees of Virgo in his 6th house, so the eclipse was conjunct it and he was rushed to the hospital on that evening.  I knew that there was a strong likelihood of a health crisis for him, but I didn't know how it would manifest.  It turned out to be colitis.  

Okay, the Moon in Sagittarius will oppose Uranus in Gemini during the evening of the 26th,  but it will also form a supportive sextile to Pluto in Aquarius a few minutes later, so let's just hope that whatever emotional changes and disruptions occur, they are going to empower us.  For the rest of September, it is just the Moon in Sagittarius and Capricorn making aspects. There aren't any major planets interacting with Uranus, Pluto or Saturn, which we can be grateful for.

On October 1, Mercury in Libra will be exactly squaring Jupiter in 22 degrees of Cancer.  Even this square isn't that bad because squares to Jupiter tend to be easier to deal with.  I actually have this square natally.  Mercury squaring Jupiter can make us overly optimistic with a broad outlook but not too focused on the details.  We run the risk of becoming overly cocky and arrogant.  And be mindful of the tendency to promise more than you can deliver.  Exaggeration is likely, as is overestimating our abilities.  Our minds could be racing with ideas but it can be challenging to implement them.  Our judgment could be askew too on this day.  Anyone who has planets or points in the cardinal signs of Aries, Cancer, Libra and Capricorn around 22 degrees will the impact of this aspect more acutely.  Just remember that a major theme of this aspect is big talking and promising more than we can deliver because Jupiter does love to expand whatever it touches.

Mercury in Libra will be conjunct my Juno and Neptune in my 1st house and Jupiter in Cancer will be conjunct my retrograde Uranus in Cancer in my 10th house.  So I can't exactly hide from this aspect as it is occurring in two angular houses.

I realize that this week's post is very short, but I hope that everyone can enjoy a bit of peace in the coming week.  I was watching a video with astrologer Steve Judd on the Solar Eclipse and he said that this would be the last really difficult time in 2025.  I hope that this is true, as do so many other people, I am sure.

I am no longer posting on X (formerly known as Twitter), but I am posting daily on Blue Sky Social as danceofphoenix@danceofphoenix.bsky.social. There is an astrological community starting there called AstroSphere. The link is https://bsky.app/profile/danceofphoenix.bsky.social.

If you are curious as to how all of this planetary action is affecting you, please consider getting an astrological consultation with me. I offer consultations on Zoom too. Check out my menu of services at:

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

I am also offering private astrology lessons by telephone or video, such as FaceTime, Skype or Zoom.  Please feel free to contact me at lindasim54@gmail.com if you are interested in learning more about astrology.

I have been doing more work with tarot readings, which I love, so I decided to create a combination reading which offers the option of a 30-minute astrology consultation with a one-question tarot reading for only $50. There is something for everyone and my menu of services can accommodate any budget. I also have a one-question tarot reading for only $15. 

My site also offers the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Blue Sky Social at: 

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice. If you prefer to send a donation through Venmo or pay for a reading through Venmo, my handle is Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7.  Or you can send a contribution using Zelle and my phone number 617-304-2205.

Additionally, I am available for tarot readings by telephone.  I use the Celestial Tarot Deck, which I love because it contains so many astrological symbols.  A tarot reading is another great option for obtaining insight and clarity. I offer a 24-card tarot card reading for $50 which incorporates the twelve houses of the horoscope.

I am still experiencing technical difficulties with the Buy Now buttons on the Services Offered page of my site.  In the meantime, please feel free to send payments through PayPal to my email at lindasim54@gmail.com. Just let me know which type of consultation you want with your birth date info.  Or you can send a payment to my Venmo account at Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7 or Zelle using my phone number 617-304-2205.

In 2020, I added a Monthly Horoscopes section to my website. September horoscopes are up now and I have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscope Junkie.  Check it out at:

https://thehoroscopejunkie.ca/monthly_horoscopes.html

I have also joined Facebook.  I don’t post as frequently as on Blue Sky Social, but I am on Facebook now at https://www.facebook.com/linda.simons.75098

The coronavirus outbreak caused me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people were concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions until further notice, so all of my Reiki sessions will be distant Reiki sessions for the foreseeable future. But a distant Reiki session is the perfect opportunity to safely build up your immune system and if you have contracted coronavirus, you can be treated safely from the comfort of your home. My procedure is to have a conversation with a client about what they hope to achieve from a session, we set up a time for the session to take place when they will be in a state to receive healing energy and I follow up with a telephone conversation to discuss their experience and my perception of their blockages. I do miss seeing my clients, so I am now offering Zoom consultations/intakes before the session so that we can see each other. I have also incorporated a new technique with my distance Reiki treatments since I don’t always have a photo of my client.  I use a teddy bear so that I can scan and focus the healing energy where it is needed. If this appeals to you, please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com or call me at 617-304-2205. The cost for distance Reiki sessions is based on a sliding scale of $30 -$50. For your convenience, I accept Venmo and Zelle for payment. Zelle payments can be sent using my telephone number 617-304-2205. I have also written an article about distance Reiki, which is available at:

 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-distance-reiki-can-help-you-during-coronavirus-linda-simons

If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can benefit you, please feel free to check out my Reiki site at:

www.reikiwithlindasimons.com

 

 

 

 

An Active Week as Venus Enters Virgo, a Solar Eclipse in Virgo, Mars Enters Scorpio and the Sun Moves into Libra

 

Hang on for a wild ride during the coming week.  As astrologer David Zunker posted on Blue Sky Social, "Here in Eclipse Alley, everything is intensified."  This really sums up the feeling of the entire month.

Let's break it down. On September 19, Venus departs dramatic Leo for the mutable earth sign of Virgo, where it resides until October 13.  Love is going to take on a whole different flavor than when it was in Leo.  We tend to express our affection through service to others with Venus now. Venus in Virgo can also feature more attention to detail in creative work and/or financial planning. Don't forget that Venus is also associated with money.  When Venus is in Virgo, we tend to be more reserved and discriminating in relationships.  Try to engage in some self-care too, because Venus is in a sensual earth sign.  Just be mindful that the shadow side of Venus in Virgo is a tendency towards being critical and perfectionist.

On September 21, we have the second New Moon in Virgo in 2025.  The first one occurred on August 23 in 0 degrees of Virgo, but this one is a partial Solar Eclipse in 29 degrees of Virgo.  That's right, the critical or anaretic degree.  There is a major theme of release with this eclipse because it is near the South Node of the Moon in 18 degrees of Virgo.  It is more karmic and there is a feeling that we are reaping what we have sown.  There could be some major news about health crises during this eclipse. 

This Solar Eclipse is also making major aspects to the outer planets.  For starters, it is opposing Saturn in 28 degrees of Pisces.  This entails the themes of structure and surrender.  Saturn is not especially comfortable in Pisces and it is retrograde to boot.  But the Sun and Moon in the last degree of Virgo are calling for some kind of ending to a crisis, perhaps a health issue.  Just be careful not to get caught up in self-deception or escapism during this eclipse.  

The Solar Eclipse in 29 degrees of Virgo is also forming an opposition to Neptune in 0 degrees of Aries, which heightens the potential for tempting illusions.   And it squares Uranus in 1 degree of Gemini, which only further fuels the wild card vibe with the potential for disruptions in information or communication.

We also have a couple of irritating inconjuncts with this Solar Eclipse.  It inconjuncts Pluto in 1 degree of Aquarius, which can require adjustments in power systems.  The Solar Eclipse in 20 degrees of Virgo also inconjuncts Chiron in 26 degrees of Aries.  This is bound to be emotionally uncomfortable as we experience increased sensitivity to old hurts and wounds.  We will need to confront those wounds to adjust and heal them.

There are some positive aspects present during this Solar Eclipse.  Pluto in Aquarius is trining Uranus in Gemini, which is a favorable influence for making the radical changes that are necessary. The Moon in Virgo is also forming a supportive sextile to Jupiter in 21 degrees of Cancer (where it is exalted), which in my mind is the saving grace aspect of this eclipse because it brings optimism, good fortune and faith in the future.

We all know that eclipses come in pairs and the last one occurred on September 7 in 15 degrees of Pisces.  This was a North Node eclipse and we might find that the Solar Eclipse in Virgo can activate some new developments that could have started two weeks ago. Anyone with planets or points in the middle degrees of the mutable signs of Pisces, Gemini, Virgo and Sagittarius would have felt the effects of this eclipse more acutely.

Eclipses don't just happen on that one day.  The effects can be felt for a good five months.  Many people were saddened this week to hear about the death of Robert Redford on September 16.  I couldn't resist looking at his chart.  The Lunar Eclipse on September 7 in 15 degrees of Pisces was opposing his natal Neptune in 15 degrees of Virgo in his 6th house of health. It also squared his Jupiter in 14 degrees of Sagittarius in his 9th house. When he died, Saturn in 28 degrees of Pisces was conjunct his Ascendant.  And the upcoming Solar Eclipse in 29 degrees of Virgo squares his Midheaven in 29 degrees of Sagittarius, ensuring that his passing would generate big news. As astrologers say, you can't make this stuff up.  Eclipses tell a story and sometimes that story has an ending.

On September 22, Mars, the planet representing drive, action, motivation and desire, enters Scorpio until November 4.  Mars is very strong in Scorpio because it was considered the ruler  of Scorpio until Pluto was discovered in 1930.  It is right at home in this fixed water sign.  When Mars is in Scorpio, we have the tenacity to persevere through difficult challenges and get to the bottom of things.  We have the power to unleash our drive and ambition.  There is no shortage of willpower.  Be prepared for some heavy-duty psychological self-examination.  But be aware that the shadow of Mars in Scorpio is that we can be inclined to seek out revenge, engage in power struggles or find it difficult to forgive. Mars in Scorpio will be squaring Pluto in 1 degree of Aquarius on September 24. This will highlight issues of anger, passion and power struggles.  It can also instigate changes in leadership.  Adding to the mix on that day is the fact the Moon enters Scorpio, which will intensify the emotional vibration.

The Sun moves into Libra on September 22.  Our focus shifts to finding balance and harmony in relationships. Reconciliations are possible now because we really don't want to go it alone now. We tend to feel more sociable and since Libra is the cardinal air sign, we could be initiating contact with others.  We also appreciate beauty and the finer things in life, so shopping trips could be on the agenda for some of us.  The shadow side of the Sun in Libra is that we can be indecisive because we see both sides of situations and we can also be passive-aggressive.

I am no longer posting on X (formerly known as Twitter), but I am posting daily on Blue Sky Social as danceofphoenix@danceofphoenix.bsky.social. There is an astrological community starting there called AstroSphere. The link is https://bsky.app/profile/danceofphoenix.bsky.social.

If you are curious as to how all of this planetary action is affecting you, especially with eclipse season approaching, please consider getting an astrological consultation with me. I offer consultations on Zoom too. Check out my menu of services at:

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

I am also offering private astrology lessons by telephone or video, such as FaceTime, Skype or Zoom.  Please feel free to contact me at lindasim54@gmail.com if you are interested in learning more about astrology.

I have been doing more work with tarot readings, which I love, so I decided to create a combination reading which offers the option of a 30-minute astrology consultation with a one-question tarot reading for only $50. There is something for everyone and my menu of services can accommodate any budget. I also have a one-question tarot reading for only $15. 

My site also offers the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Blue Sky Social at: 

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice. If you prefer to send a donation through Venmo or pay for a reading through Venmo, my handle is Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7.  Or you can send a contribution using Zelle and my phone number 617-304-2205.

Additionally, I am available for tarot readings by telephone.  I use the Celestial Tarot Deck, which I love because it contains so many astrological symbols.  A tarot reading is another great option for obtaining insight and clarity. I offer a 24-card tarot card reading for $50 which incorporates the twelve houses of the horoscope.

I am still experiencing technical difficulties with the Buy Now buttons on the Services Offered page of my site.  In the meantime, please feel free to send payments through PayPal to my email at lindasim54@gmail.com. Just let me know which type of consultation you want with your birth date info.  Or you can send a payment to my Venmo account at Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7 or Zelle using my phone number 617-304-2205.

In 2020, I added a Monthly Horoscopes section to my website. September horoscopes are up now and I have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscope Junkie.  Check it out at:

https://thehoroscopejunkie.ca/monthly_horoscopes.html

I have also joined Facebook.  I don’t post as frequently as on Blue Sky Social, but I am on Facebook now at https://www.facebook.com/linda.simons.75098

The coronavirus outbreak caused me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people were concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions until further notice, so all of my Reiki sessions will be distant Reiki sessions for the foreseeable future. But a distant Reiki session is the perfect opportunity to safely build up your immune system and if you have contracted coronavirus, you can be treated safely from the comfort of your home. My procedure is to have a conversation with a client about what they hope to achieve from a session, we set up a time for the session to take place when they will be in a state to receive healing energy and I follow up with a telephone conversation to discuss their experience and my perception of their blockages. I do miss seeing my clients, so I am now offering Zoom consultations/intakes before the session so that we can see each other. I have also incorporated a new technique with my distance Reiki treatments since I don’t always have a photo of my client.  I use a teddy bear so that I can scan and focus the healing energy where it is needed. If this appeals to you, please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com or call me at 617-304-2205. The cost for distance Reiki sessions is based on a sliding scale of $30 -$50. For your convenience, I accept Venmo and Zelle for payment. Zelle payments can be sent using my telephone number 617-304-2205. I have also written an article about distance Reiki, which is available at:

 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-distance-reiki-can-help-you-during-coronavirus-linda-simons

If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can benefit you, please feel free to check out my Reiki site at:

www.reikiwithlindasimons.com

 

 

 

 

Jupiter and Mercury Are Perking Things Up While Venus and Mars Get Frisky

 

We are in a period of astrological limbo this week between eclipses.  The Lunar Eclipse in Pisces occurred on September 7 band now we are waiting for the Solar Eclipse in Virgo on September 21.

There are some delightful sextiles in play this week.  Sextiles occur when two planets are 60 degrees or two signs apart and they create opportunities. But the key thing to remember with opportunities is that you must act on them or you lose out.  On September 12, the Sun in Virgo is exactly Jupiter in 19 degrees of Cancer.  This can bring optimism, good luck and happiness.  It is fortuitous for reaching goals and launching new projects.  When the Sun sextiles Jupiter, it can bring material and spiritual growth.

Mercury in Virgo is also sextiling Jupiter in 19 degrees of Cancer on September 12.  This aspect is favorable for planning our future because we are more able to see the big picture.  We also have great communication skills, find it easier to make friends and can negotiate contracts.  This is a perfect way to start off the weekend.  I am happy about it because my Midheaven is in 19 degrees of Cancer.

On September 13, we get to experience a Mercury Cazimi when Mercury is in the heart of the Sun.  The Sun and Mercury are conjunct in 20 degrees of Virgo.  There is a strong emphasis on quick thinking, mental alertness and some of us might be taking short trips.  We might also see an increase in activities in our neighborhood.  This can be a busy time socially as we meet new people and share ideas.

Venus in Leo is sextiling Mars in 25 degrees of Libra on September 15.  This is another aspect that favors socializing and romance.  Rest assured that you can be confident in pursuing your desires, as you can attract what you want.  We are ready to give and receive love.  Mars in conjunct my Neptune in Libra, so I am eagerly anticipating this aspect.

Mercury moves into Libra on September 18 and stays there until October 6, when we have a Full Moon in Aries.  When Mercury is in Libra, we tend to be more diplomatic and friendly.  We can also have a more rational approach to relationships.  It is easier to see both sides of a situation, but the shadow side of this is that it can lead to vacillation and procrastination.  But the plus side of Mercury in Libra is its focus on fairness and harmony.  Just remember that we ease into the next eclipse on September 21.  More on that in next week's post...

I am no longer posting on X (formerly known as Twitter), but I am posting daily on Blue Sky Social as danceofphoenix@danceofphoenix.bsky.social. There is an astrological community starting there called AstroSphere. The link is https://bsky.app/profile/danceofphoenix.bsky.social.

If you are curious as to how all of this planetary action is affecting you, especially with eclipse season approaching, please consider getting an astrological consultation with me. I offer consultations on Zoom too. Check out my menu of services at:

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

I am also offering private astrology lessons by telephone or video, such as FaceTime, Skype or Zoom.  Please feel free to contact me at lindasim54@gmail.com if you are interested in learning more about astrology.

I have been doing more work with tarot readings, which I love, so I decided to create a combination reading which offers the option of a 30-minute astrology consultation with a one-question tarot reading for only $50. There is something for everyone and my menu of services can accommodate any budget. I also have a one-question tarot reading for only $15. 

My site also offers the opportunity to provide a donation in the amount of your choice to demonstrate your support for my blog and daily astrological insights on Blue Sky Social at: 

https://phoenixscorpio.blogspot.com/p/services-offered.html

A contribution in any amount is deeply appreciated as gratitude is a daily part of my spiritual practice. If you prefer to send a donation through Venmo or pay for a reading through Venmo, my handle is Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7.  Or you can send a contribution using Zelle and my phone number 617-304-2205.

Additionally, I am available for tarot readings by telephone.  I use the Celestial Tarot Deck, which I love because it contains so many astrological symbols.  A tarot reading is another great option for obtaining insight and clarity. I offer a 24-card tarot card reading for $50 which incorporates the twelve houses of the horoscope.

I am still experiencing technical difficulties with the Buy Now buttons on the Services Offered page of my site.  In the meantime, please feel free to send payments through PayPal to my email at lindasim54@gmail.com. Just let me know which type of consultation you want with your birth date info.  Or you can send a payment to my Venmo account at Linda Simons @Linda-Simons-7 or Zelle using my phone number 617-304-2205.

In 2020, I added a Monthly Horoscopes section to my website. September horoscopes are up now and I have a link to my monthly forecasts at Horoscope Junkie.  Check it out at:

https://thehoroscopejunkie.ca/monthly_horoscopes.html

I have also joined Facebook.  I don’t post as frequently as on Blue Sky Social, but I am on Facebook now at https://www.facebook.com/linda.simons.75098

The coronavirus outbreak caused me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people were concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions until further notice, so all of my Reiki sessions will be distant Reiki sessions for the foreseeable future. But a distant Reiki session is the perfect opportunity to safely build up your immune system and if you have contracted coronavirus, you can be treated safely from the comfort of your home. My procedure is to have a conversation with a client about what they hope to achieve from a session, we set up a time for the session to take place when they will be in a state to receive healing energy and I follow up with a telephone conversation to discuss their experience and my perception of their blockages. I do miss seeing my clients, so I am now offering Zoom consultations/intakes before the session so that we can see each other. I have also incorporated a new technique with my distance Reiki treatments since I don’t always have a photo of my client.  I use a teddy bear so that I can scan and focus the healing energy where it is needed. If this appeals to you, please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com or call me at 617-304-2205. The cost for distance Reiki sessions is based on a sliding scale of $30 -$50. For your convenience, I accept Venmo and Zelle for payment. Zelle payments can be sent using my telephone number 617-304-2205. I have also written an article about distance Reiki, which is available at:

 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-distance-reiki-can-help-you-during-coronavirus-linda-simons

If you are interested in learning more about how Reiki can benefit you, please feel free to check out my Reiki site at:

www.reikiwithlindasimons.com