Slow Magick Journal
What does it mean when planets retrograde?
Because of our perspective, we see planets periodically appear to move backward in the sky because of their orbit around the Sun and how it interacts with the orbit of Earth, and we call this retrograde motion. This creates approximately three passes, or transits, across several degrees in any one sign. Let’s look at our opportunities during retrograde so you’ll know how to approach or work with it.
Three reasons I don’t cast spells for others
One of my current offerings is Ritual Design, and so when folks come across my work via the internet or social media, I sometimes get this question, “Do you cast spells for other people? And how much do you charge?” The short answer is no, but I thought I’d take the opportunity to explain why.
Five Myths About Personal Spiritual Practice
People increasingly turn to personal spiritual practices to find solace and meaning in today's fast-paced world. However, there are several misconceptions about what constitutes a legitimate spiritual practice. This article will explore five common myths that can hold people back from developing a personal spiritual practice. By debunking these myths, I hope to encourage readers to explore their own spirituality and find a path that resonates with them.
Astrology Basics: How to get a free copy of birth or natal chart
Your birth chart is based on the position of the visible and nonvisble planets at the time of your birth. It’s a snapshot of the cosmic energy at play. It can help give you a sense of your core values, personality tendencies, strengths and weaknesses, and how you might experience specific life situations and possible ways for dealing with them effectively.
The Joy of Desire Attained - Venus Cazimi in Leo 2023
Sunday, August 13th, at 4:15 am PT, Venus Rx was set ablaze and rebirthed in the heart of the Sun at 20° 28' of Leo, burning away all illusions of separation between our desires and our courageous hearts.
And while our evening star remains retrograde through the end of August, this cazimi signals an approximate halfway point where Venus begins her ascent to her position as our morning star. Venus will be visible in the early morning sky before sunrise as she moves away from the Sun, eventually stationing directly on Sunday, September 3rd.
Understanding what supports your healing
As cycle-breakers, we choose what nourishes and feels good on our healing journey. And it does not need to make sense to anyone else. How one processes their experiences and makes meaning from them will vary from person to person.
There isn't just one correct way to heal, be, feel, or process.
11 simple ways to connect with Sun energy
Merry Summer Solstice to you! Today we celebrate the wheel's turning, the beginning of Cancer season, and the start of summer. In this post, I share eleven simple ways to connect to Solar energy throughout the year.
Saturn in Pisces: the Sanctification of Pleasure
Between now and when Saturn stations retrograde on June 17th, the majority of the aspects from other planets are sextiles (60°) and trines (120°). These aspects are under the domain of both benefics, Venus (sextile) and Jupiter (trine). This means we may expect ease, flow, harmony, connection and growth. And with Saturn floating in the sign of Pisces this gives plenty of opportunity to sanctify our pleasure.
Venus in Pisces 2023 Horoscopes
Today at 6:33 pm pacific time, Venus, the planet of love and connection, enters the dreamy sign of Pisces, where its beauty, harmony, and charm are heightened and enhanced through the generous, compassionate, kind eyes of the universal healer. Venus is only here for a short period before moving into fiery Aries on February 19th at 11:55pm pacific time, so we only have a little over three weeks with this beauty in all her glory during the season that celebrates the rebels and edge walkers, so folks, let's enjoy it, shall we?
Reasons to work with an astrologer
You probably know your sun sign and have read your horoscope repeatedly. You may even know what astrologers call your “Big Three” in astrology, which consists of your sun sign, moon sign, and rising sign or ascendant. But have you ever wondered what working with an astrologer can do for you?