This Week in Astrology

A fiery Virgo New Moon, tightly squared by Mars, highlights August's second half. We also have four aspect patterns, mostly focused on Mercury, including a Grand Trine, Mystic Rectangle, Kite and Thor's Hammer. And we have Uranus turning retrograde! Links Instant Divine Assistance: Your Free Guide to Fast and Easy Awakening and Healing More info on the Uranus-Neptune-Pluto Mini Grand Trine Awakening Plus August events Awakening Plus online spiritual support membership "This Week in Astrology" Free Session Entry (2 chances each month to win a free session with me!) Solar Fire astrology software My forecasts in writing My services: Astrology+, Shamanic Healing/IFS, life coaching and more Watch the August 16-31 forecast video Whatever your Sun Sign, my forecasts can help you make the best use of the current astrological energies. All dates and times are in the U.S. eastern time zone. Events are most powerful on the dates listed, but their influence will be active for at least a week before and after. Everyone is affected by these global transits. However, you'll be most powerfully impacted when moving planets activate sensitive points in your natal chart. Discover how these transits will personally affect you by booking a session with me. As of August 16 … The Moon is waning (there was an Aquarius Full Moon on 8/11). Pluto is retrograde thru 10/8. Jupiter is retrograde thru 11/23. Chiron is retrograde thru 12/23 There's a Pallas Athena-Chiron-South Node Yod through 8/20 There's a Sun-Saturn-Uranus-Lunar Nodes T-Square through 8/20 There's a Mercury-Juno-Uranus-Lunar Nodes Mystic Rectangle through 8/21 There's a Mercury-Uranus-Neptune-Pluto Kite through 8/24 There's a Saturn-Uranus-Lunar Nodes T-Square thru 12/26

An intense "Grand Crossed" Aquarius Full Moon highlights the first half of August. This Grand Cross is based on the Saturn-Uranus square that's given us such a tumultuous year and a half. There's also harmonious potential as a Mercury Kite stimulates this decade's most important aspect pattern: a Uranus-Neptune-Pluto Mini Grand Trine. This outer planet trio is just warming up, but will empower the Aquarian Age as it strengthens.| We also have more aspect patterns. These include a peaking Triple Conjunction, a new "Finger of God" for trauma healing, a Mystic Rectangle, and more. Let's explore! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/607

Relationships and creative expression are harmoniously energized by a Kite aspect pattern. It includes a powerful Mars-Uranus-North Node Triple Conjunction, ideal for taking immediate soul-aligned action on your intuitive hits. The second half of July also features Chiron turning retrograde, perfect for emotional healing. We also have Jupiter retrograde, an intense T-Square, and a mentally stimulating Grand Cross. This half-month also includes the Sun entering Leo, a Leo New Moon, and more! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/606

You can now enjoy my forecasts more frequently – and with less overwhelm! Starting now, I'm posting my forecasts around the 1st and 16th of each month. The first half of July features a Capricorn Full Moon. The Moon is conjunct Pluto and opposes Mercury – which itself is supercharged with four aspects that day! This Full Moon also has an intriguing Sabian Symbol, which hints at how you can lose a battle but still win the war. We also have a volatile Mars-Pluto square kicking off July, whose high-voltage power can serve you if you use it skillfully. We also have Venus square Neptune, an aspect full of spiritual and creative possibilities! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/605

June features three planets changing direction: Mercury turns direct, while Saturn and Neptune turn retrograde. There's a Sagittarius Full Moon empowered by Saturn and Neptune, and a Cancer New Moon amplified by a Jupiter square. We also have the Summer Solstice chart, 5 related T-Squares, and more! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/604.

An abundantly aspected Scorpio Lunar Eclipse is May's astrological headliner, closely followed by a double-sign Mercury Retrograde and Jupiter entering Aries! Two Uranus semi-squares add fuel to the fire, along with Jupiter sextile Pluto and a Gemini New Moon. We also have the Sun entering Gemini, a T-Square testing your higher cause commitment, and a Double Thor's Hammer stirring up some juicy shadow work! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/603

2022's second-strongest aspect – Jupiter conjunct Neptune – highlights April. We also have a Taurus Solar Eclipse electrified by Uranus, an Aries New Moon empowered by a Grand Stellium, and a Libra Full Moon supercharged by Pluto! But that's not all. Pluto turns retrograde, the Sun enters Taurus, and Saturn and the lunar nodes help form several T-Squares! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/602

Venus and Mars are the stars in March. For starters, they enter Aquarius, conjoin each other, and semi-square Jupiter – all on the same day! They also conjoin Pluto, quintile and sextile Chiron, and square Uranus. All this Venus-Mars action opens up opportunities for relating, creating and money-making. Venus and Mars are also involved in multi-week T-Squares with Juno, Saturn and the lunar nodes … which include an intense Triple Conjunction with Venus, Juno and Saturn! March also features a Pisces New Moon, a Virgo Full Moon, and the Spring Equinox chart as the Sun enters Aries. Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/601

One of 2022's most important aspects – Jupiter sextile Uranus – highlights February. Not only that, Jupiter and Pluto are semi-square – a minor aspect with major impact! The sky is also busy with an Aquarius New Moon, a Leo Full Moon, and Mercury turning direct. We also have the Sun entering Pisces, plus a peaking Cradle that supports both shadow work and abundance! Starting this month, I'm shifting from half-month to full-month forecasts. This will help open up the time I need to publish my invocation book and launch my new Awakening Plus podcast. And you'll be able to see further into the future, so you can plan your life better! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/600

Venus and Uranus turning direct highlight the second half of January. We also have a Cancer Full Moon featuring a Plutonian Mystic Rectangle, the lunar nodes changing signs, and the closest approach of the Saturn-Uranus square in the first half of 2022! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/599

Mercury turning retrograde is the featured event in the first half of January. We also have 4 Neptune aspects in one week, a Capricorn New Moon, and a magical Mars-Jupiter quintile … plus January's free session winner! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/598

I can't remember ever seeing so many major astrology events all happening in a 16-day window! The headliner is the third and final line-up of 2021's most powerful aspect, the mighty Saturn-Uranus square. We also have Venus turning retrograde … as she conjoins Pluto! Jupiter makes a magical quintile with Uranus, then enters Pisces. We also have Chiron turning direct, a Gemini Full Moon, and the Winter Solstice chart. OMG! Get comfortable — we have a lot to talk about! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/597

If you think the Beatles were amazing, just wait until you learn about their astrology! Eric Meyers, master astrologer, prolific author and lifelong Beatles fanatic, spent years writing The Spiritual Dimension of The Beatles. This groundbreaking book explores the critical astrological influences that shaped the Beatles' lives and music. In this 77-minute podcast, I do an in-depth interview with Eric about the astrology of The Beatles. Learn about how the departed mothers of both Paul McCartney and John Lennon acted as their muses, the magical astrological "Beatles Signature", how the Uranus-Pluto conjunction of the 60s profoundly influenced their music, and much more! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/596-2/

A Sagittarius Solar Eclipse and Neptune turning direct highlight the first half of December. This busy half-month also features a "spread the word" T-square … as well as Mars, Juno and Mercury fired up by multiple aspects squeezed into tiny time frames! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/595

A strong Taurus Lunar Eclipse features aspects empowering learning and communication in November's second half. Another major event is the final exact alignment of this year's #2 aspect, a Saturn-Chiron sextile. We also have Mars opposing Uranus, the Sun entering Sagittarius, and much more! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/594

The first half of November features an intense Scorpio New Moon tightly opposing Uranus. We also have 3 T-squares making potent alchemy with the Saturn-Uranus square – the most important aspect of 2021. And we announce November's free session winner! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/593

A potently aspected Aries Full Moon brings intense challenge and opportunity to the second half of October. We also have Jupiter and Mercury turning direct on the same day, the Sun entering Scorpio, and 4 new aspect patterns! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/592

The first half of October is loaded with astrological activity! Pluto and Saturn turn direct. A Libra New Moon is loaded up with tight aspects. And we have 4 powerful aspect patterns, including a Sun-Mercury-Mars Triple Conjunction! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/591

The second half of September features Mercury turning retrograde, a Pisces Full Moon and the Autumn Equinox. We also have several aspect patterns offering both challenge and opportunity. Dive in to learn the most life-affirming use of these potent astrological energies! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/590

The first half of September features a Virgo New Moon tightly trine Uranus. We also have aspect patterns energizing relationships, healing and abundance. And I announce September's free session winner! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/589

An Aquarius Full Moon headlines the second half of August. We also have Uranus turning retrograde and the Sun entering Virgo, as well as Jupiter semi-square Chiron and 2 "Finger of God" aspect patterns! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/588

A Leo New Moon, aligned with 2021's most powerful aspect, highlights the first half of August. Several aspect patterns also add spice to the astrological stew. And I announce August's free session winner! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/587

Expansive Jupiter re-entering revolutionary Aquarius is the headline event for the second half of July. We also have an Aquarius Full Moon, a rare Star of David aspect pattern brimming with opportunity, the Sun entering Leo, and more! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/586

A magical Jupiter-Uranus quintile could surprise you with unexpected opportunities in the first half of July. We also have Mars and Venus firing up the Saturn-Uranus square, a Cancer New Moon aspecting all the outer planets, Chiron turning retrograde, our free session winner, and more! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/585

The second half of June is loaded with significant events! We have Saturn sextile Chiron, 2021's #2 aspect. Mercury turns direct, while Jupiter and Neptune turn retrograde. We have the Summer Solstice and a Capricorn Full Moon. Plus lots of new aspect patterns! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/584

The second of three Saturn-Uranus squares -- 2021's most important astrology event -- and a mega-mental Solar Eclipse highlight the first half of June. We also have a lucky Venus-Jupiter Trine, a potent Mars-Pluto opposition, and a rare "Quad Yod". Plus this month's free session winner! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/583

A Lunar Eclipse in Sagittarius and a new Mercury Retrograde in Gemini highlight the second half of May. We also have Saturn turning retrograde, the Sun entering Gemini, and a relationship-focused T-square! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/582

Jupiter is the featured player in the first half of May. He amplifies spiritual awakening and inspired creativity as he enters Pisces, and rainbows magical possibilities as he quintiles Uranus. We also have a Taurus New Moon with surprising spiritual and creative potential, as well as a Double Yod Key that supports lightning-speed shadow work! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/581

The second half of April features a transformational Scorpio Full Moon opposing game-changing Uranus, the Sun entering Taurus, and Pluto turning retrograde … as well as a boatload of Mercury and Venus aspects! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/580

The first half of April features an unusually diverse mixture of powerful astrological energies. Several aspects support harmonious relating and inspired creativity. But other aspects could stir up uncomfortable shadow work or catalyze negatively impulsive behavior. All this is further energized by a potently aspected Aries New Moon! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/579

A Libra Full Moon loaded with aspects highlights the week of March 22. We also have a peaking Finger of God that invites you to serve a worthy cause with your mentoring abilities and 8 bonus aspects that aren't in my written forecast -- including 3 Pluto quintiles! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/578

A Libra Full Moon loaded with aspects highlights the week of March 22. We also have a peaking Finger of God that invites you to serve a worthy cause with your mentoring abilities and 8 bonus aspects that aren't in my written forecast -- including 3 Pluto quintiles! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/578

The Sun enters Aries this week, so I do an in-depth interpretation of the Spring Equinox chart. We have creative inspiration with Venus quintile Mars, more intuitive hits with Mercury sextile Uranus, and greater endurance with Mars Trine Saturn … plus 3 bonus aspects that aren't in my written forecast! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/577

A doubly spiritual Pisces New Moon highlights the week, and a new "Finger of God" can help you serve a worthy cause with your mentoring and healing abilities. Plus we have 5 bonus aspects that are not in my written forecast! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/576

The highest and lowest expressions of committed partnership can be catalyzed by a square between Neptune and Juno. We also have 2 bonus aspects this week: Venus sextile Uranus and Mercury conjunct Jupiter. And I announce March's free session winner! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/575

A Virgo Full Moon featuring a "Finger of God" highlights this astrological week. We also have a Thor's Hammer that empowers a higher calling and 2 bonus aspects. Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/574

2021's most important aspect -- the mighty Saturn-Uranus square -- has its first iteration this week. Mercury turns direct, a peaking Kite supports higher service, and the Sun enters Pisces. And we have 3 bonus aspects that are not in the written forecast! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/573

The second most important aspect of 2021 -- Saturn sextile Chiron -- offers a lifeline of harmonious healing and wisdom this week. We also have an Aquarius New Moon and 8 bonus aspects that are not in my written forecast. Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/572

This week, Venus is fired up by 2021's strongest aspects, a new Kite supports higher service, and we have 2 bonus aspects that are not in my written forecast.

This week features the start of a new Mercury retrograde period, happening entirely within Aquarius. A Leo Full Moon squares Mars and Uranus, and opposes the Sun, Jupiter and Saturn. This forms a T-square, adding even more fuel to the huge bonfire that Mars, Jupiter and Uranus have already ignited! We also have a peaking "Triple Thor's Hammer" highlighting selfless service, as well as 6 bonus aspects that are not in my written forecast! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/570

This week features an intense US Inauguration Day, with Saturn semi-square Neptune and Mars Conjunct Uranus. We also have a powerful Mars-Jupiter square, a new Grand Cross that supports compassionate partnership for a worthy cause, and 3 bonus aspects! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/569

This week is packed with astrological intensity, including one of the year's most important aspects: Jupiter Square Uranus. We also have Jupiter sextile Chiron, a Capricorn New Moon with an intense Pluto conjunction, Uranus turning direct and Mars square Saturn. As if that wasn't enough, we also have 8 bonus aspects that are not in my written forecast! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/568

This week is packed with astrological intensity, including one of the year's most important aspects: Jupiter Square Uranus. We also have Jupiter sextile Chiron, a Capricorn New Moon with an intense Pluto conjunction, Uranus turning direct and Mars square Saturn. As if that wasn't enough, we also have 8 bonus aspects that are not in my written forecast! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/568

This week's highlight is a semi-square between Jupiter and Neptune that lasts almost a month and a half. This minor hard aspect contains a wealth of both challenging and flowing possibilities! Mercury aspects four significant planets, Juno quincunxes Uranus, and we have a harmonious Venus-Mars sextile. Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/567

This week features a Full Moon in Cancer with a Chironic T-square and a Uranian Cradle, as well as 4 bonus aspects. We also announce January's free session winner. It's nice to have a relatively calm week after all the recent astrological intensity! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/566.

One of the decade's most auspicious astrological events -- the "Great Conjunction" of Jupiter and Saturn – headlines this week! The fact that these two planets are coming together in the first degree of Aquarius bodes well for the incoming Age of Aquarius. This momentous event is made even more potent because it happens just hours after the Winter Solstice – the beginning of the astrological new year. This week also features Mars Square Pluto, a peaking Grand Cross radiating service and compassion, and 8 bonus aspects! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/565

One of the decade's most auspicious astrological events -- the "Great Conjunction" of Jupiter and Saturn – headlines this week! The fact that these two planets are coming together in the first degree of Aquarius bodes well for the incoming Age of Aquarius. This momentous event is made even more potent because it happens just hours after the Winter Solstice – the beginning of the astrological new year. This week also features Mars Square Pluto, a peaking Grand Cross radiating service and compassion, and 8 bonus aspects! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/565

A Sagittarius Solar Eclipse aligned with a Grand Cross starts the week, followed by Saturn and Jupiter entering Aquarius to prepare for their historic Great Conjunction! We also have Chiron turning direct. Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/564

This week falls between two eclipses, so it may feel more intense than the events I describe might lead you to believe. We have a Mercury-boosted Grand Cross beginning and peaking, plus a Sun-enhanced Grand Cross peaking. We also have 4 bonus aspects! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/563

A Lunar Eclipse in Gemini, its aspects flung hither and yon, highlights this week. A boosted Grand Cross radiates wisdom, service and compassion. A Triple Yod highlights relationship, creativity and higher purpose, we have 7 bonus aspects, and I announce December's free session winner! Show notes at https://www.astroshaman.com/562