Full Moon in Gemini, November 22 & 23, 2018: Opposites & Overthinking

Full Moon in Gemini, November 22 & 23, 2018: Opposites & Overthinking

November 19, 2018 0 Comments

This airy full moon arrives on the American holiday Thanksgiving just as the Sun moves into Sagittarius, the sign of celebration and abundance and opposite its ruling planet Jupiter. Indeed, the air may be full of celebration and confusion during this holiday. While collectively we are becoming more and more aware of Thanksgiving’s violent history, the story itself is reflective of the two sides and duality of Gemini. Gemini’s gift of wisdom means holding many truths and ideals (key Sagittarius and Jupiter words) at the same time while seeking out information for ourselves. 

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New Moon in Scorpio, November 7, 2018: Mystical Metamorphosis

New Moon in Scorpio, November 7, 2018: Mystical Metamorphosis

November 05, 2018 0 Comments

This year’s Scorpio New Moon reminds us of the full spectrum of experience inherent with this mystical sign. It invites the metamorphosis of our personal and collective lives while reminding us of the current intensity and turbulent times. No sign in the zodiac seems more misunderstood than Scorpio’s desire to shed or transform in the service of the unseen, powerful evolutionary force. Though before we come into contact or surrender to this process, we often experience the other shadow elements of Scorpio such as manipulation, power, secrets, or shame.

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Horoscopes: November 2018

Horoscopes: November 2018

October 29, 2018 0 Comments

The month kicks off with Uranus’s retrograde back into the headstrong sign of Aries on the 6th. Suddenly aspects of yourself you’ve been working on for the past two years come to a head. People are apt to be reactionary when it comes to personal needs. Tensions will rise as as the nodes of the moon move into a cardinal square  with Uranus. The new nodal placements of Capricorn (south node) and Cancer (north node) signify and new change in our lives for the next year and a half collectively. We are being asked to move into a space of healing and nurturing. Slowly we will begin to bring better attention to our home and family units. 

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Magick 101: Types of Magick and Alternative Belief Systems

October 22, 2018 0 Comments

Magic. We all know what it is. But when asked to define it, it can be a bit tricky to give it a good definition. So let's start with the basics. All types of magic have two parts: the belief part and the practical part. If you didn't believe magic was real, then why practice it at all? If you don't use magic for anything, why believe in it? It is worth noting up front that the magic this article talks about is also sometimes spelled "magick." This is mostly to distinguish it from the kind of magic with card tricks and rabbits being pulled out of hats. Another reason some spell it this way is because they use the "k" at the end to stand for "kteis." Kteis is a Greek word representing the passive or reproductive powers of nature. In this sense, magick is balanced against the oppressive aspects of more dogmatic religious traditions that seek to regulate individual behavior and enforce social norms.

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Full Moon in Taurus, October 24, 2018: Erotic & Eccentric

Full Moon in Taurus, October 24, 2018: Erotic & Eccentric

October 22, 2018 0 Comments

This Taurus full moon awakens the need for love, connection, and pleasure. Taurus comes from the word “tau” from Greek that was originally from Hebrew and was a pictogram for sexual intercourse: the vulva and the bar of the phallus. Venus-ruled Taurus energy puts us in touch with how we work with the erotic energy that is Earthly life. While that may sound just fine and dandy, beware the Taurus shadow side of people pleasing, vanity, or materialism. When the needs for connection aren’t met, Taurus moon may be prone to relying on sugar, shopping, or other addictions. Instead, lean into Taurus’ resourceful and stabilizing side of this sign to explore attraction and needs that come from a place of connection rather than seduction. Another way Taurus attempts to get connected is through its own objectification or using sexuality instead of inner strength, a false sense of magnetism.

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Samhain: Saint & Soul Days

Samhain: Saint & Soul Days

October 22, 2018 0 Comments

Halloween, or All Hallow's Eve, has more meaning than simply a slapstick holiday, cloaked in candy and costumes. The current secular holiday takes it's roots from the Christian celebration of All Saints Day on November 1 for honoring holy people of the past: hallow from Old English meaning "holy", and -een meaning "evening." However, even before All Hallow's Eve was the ancient European festival of the dead called Samhain (pronounced saah-win or saa-ween). Samhain translates literally from Old Irish meaning "Summer's end" and was honored with a fire ritual for the completion of the end of the harvest, and for the beginning of cold weather and more night.

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New Moon in Libra, October 8, 2018: People Pleasing & Personal Power

New Moon in Libra, October 8, 2018: People Pleasing & Personal Power

October 04, 2018 0 Comments

Libra reminds us of the truth, beauty, and goodness inherent in our human and heavenly connection. It craves fairness and justice in its dealings though may avoid discomfort at all costs. This new moon pushes us into looking at our people-pleasing tendencies and its impact on our personal power.  The shadow side of Libra is co-dependency or focusing so much on others that we forget about our own needs or identity. Another important aspect of Libra is sometimes difficulty letting go to people or situations that may not serve us but where we still seem to crusade for fairness. Libra’s gifts are for art, fashion, and aesthetic as well as inviting in equality and diplomacy. Though there can be a tendency towards 

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Horoscopes: October 2018

Horoscopes: October 2018

September 27, 2018 0 Comments

Welcome to your October 2018 overview! The big news this month is lovely Venus will be making her rare retrograde into the deep dark waters of the abyss, Scorpio. Although Venus goes retrograde every eighteen months or so, this year is very… special. Get your candy ready because there’s going to be PLENTY of tricks and treats. With Jupiter in the mix, you’re bound to be given some deep insight into what you value. Venus rules love AND money, so when she retrogrades we reassess but matters in our lives. In Scorpio, it could be that a lost love returns and we decide if we REALLY wanna go back there again. This period lasts from October 5th- November 16th 2018, however, the actual shadow reaches clear into mid-December. Income is likely to fluctuate at this time, this is as a result of your relationship with money. It’s a great time to catch up on your taxes, examine a budget, work with a partner on...

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Full Moon in Aries, September 24, 2018: Inspiration & Independence

Full Moon in Aries, September 24, 2018: Inspiration & Independence

September 21, 2018 0 Comments

Aries, the first sign of the zodiac, keeps things moving and beckons us into taking action. Invite the Aries full moon by honoring your independence and inspiration through passion projects or setting new goals. Lead with your will and this moon may serve you well. And while all of this may sound great at first, the shadow side can be impatience, easily annoyed, or compulsive (says the natal Aries Moon). Watch out for a bit of emotional avoidance, Aries doesn’t have time to feel things. This in-charge sign activates our inner warrior and passion so be prepared for a bit of agitation or competition even if you...

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Mabon: Mysteries & Myth

Mabon: Mysteries & Myth

September 21, 2018 0 Comments

For thousands of years fall has been a time to connect with the mysteries of life as well as a time of gratitude for Earth’s offerings. Often called the Witches Thanksgiving, Mabon, was the second harvest festival of three each year, the first being Lammas. Traditionally during this time, Pagans and other nature-based faiths would celebrate crops and prepare for the colder months ahead. In fact, Thanksgiving in the United States, used to be celebrated near the first week of October, which made much more sense agriculturally. Then later the date was changed by Abraham Lincoln, and then Roosevelt. Obviously neither of them understood there wasn’t much left to harvest by late November.

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New Moon in Virgo, September 9, 2018: Ritual & Routine

New Moon in Virgo, September 9, 2018: Ritual & Routine

September 06, 2018 0 Comments

Virgo, as the only human form on the zodiac, brings us down into practicality. As the scribe, writer, and messenger, writing and clear communication take precedent. Be mindful of know-it-all or overthinking tendencies (guilty as charged) and analyzing to the point of detriment.  In its elevated expression, Virgo pushes us to problem solve in service to be a better version of ourselves and to others, though often it can be taken as critical or judgmental instead of helpful.

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Horoscopes: September 2018

Horoscopes: September 2018

August 23, 2018 0 Comments

Congratulations, you made through the astrological thunder-dome of last month! Now it’s time to tune into clean-up mode. The Sun spends the first part of the month in Virgo where it loves to serve. There are stabilizing Earth trines happening between Saturn and Uranus that help you analyze what needs to be tweaked. Saturn and Uranus work together to help you get down to business and find healthy, and dependable approaches to just about everything on your to-do list. Organize your home or office, check off some of your to do’s, start a new diet etc. Taskmaster Saturn finishes his retrograde on September 6th, allowing you to 

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