Astrology for Beginners

Last week, we learned how to identify chart rulers and use them to explore the key lessons and overarching themes in one’s life. This week, we’ll continue this line of thinking by talking about individual house rulers and how they can be used to explore our experiences in more specific life areas.

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In this episode, you’ll learn all about your chart ruler, or the planet that rules your rising sign. You’ll find out how this influential planet shapes your personality, personal journey, and the key learning themes you’ll encounter again and again throughout your life. Then, you’ll get practical, step-by-step tips for how to interpret your chart ruler and better use it’s energy.

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In astrology, each planet has particular signs that they function very well in – and others that they don’t function well in. When a planet is in a sign that complements its energy, it’s said to be dignified. Conversely, when a planet is in a sign that it contradicts its true nature, it’s said to be debilitated. In your natal chart, a planet being either in domicile, exaltation, detriment, or fall can significantly impact the way you use its energy. Listen to find out more.

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This episode explores how your lunar phase at birth helps shape your personality and life’s journey. From the active and adventurous waxing moon phases to the reflective and introspective waning phases, you’ll discover how your birth moon can influence your mood, decision-making, and overall view of life. Before the episode begins, you can find your natal lunar phase here: https://horoscopes.astro-seek.com/which-moon-phase-was-i-born-under-calculator.

Look at a moon phase chart: https://www.timeanddate.com/astronomy/moon/phases.html

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The 8th and 12th houses in astrology are mystical, mysterious, and occasionally daunting places that involve complicated themes like spirituality, the subconscious mind, and healing. Given the similarities they share, it’s common for people to feel confused about the differences between the two. And yet, they are different. Listen to find out how, as well as how and why they compliment one another.

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Recommended book: Phoenixes and Angels: Mastering the Eighth & Twelfth Astrological Houses, by Carmen Turner-Schott

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A retrograde is a type of transit in astrology that occurs when a planet “appears” to be moving backward along its path in the sky. When this occurs, we collectively have a chance to review the parts of our lives that fall under the rulership of that planet. But what happens if a planet was retrograde on the day you were born? Does having a retrograde planet in your natal chart mean something? Find out.

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In this episode, we’ll discuss two of the more commonly discussed minor aspects in astrology: semi sextiles and quincunxes. Listen to learn what each aspect signifies and how identifying the minor aspects in your chart can enhance your natal chart readings.

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In this episode, we continue our deep dive into the five major aspects in astrology, with a focus on the hard aspects, or squares and oppositions. The hard aspects signify parts of ourselves, or our lives, where we experience obstacles, conflict, or restrictions. But they’re not all bad! They also infuse us with the energy and ambition we need to accomplish things. Listen to learn more.

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In this episode, we continue our deep dive into the five major aspects in astrology, with a focus on the soft aspects, or trines and sextiles. Trines and sextiles facilitate a harmonious exchange of energy between two planets and signify the natural talents, skills, and tools that we are born with. Listen to learn how to decipher the meaning of the soft aspects your natal chart and how they may impact you. Then, don’t miss the next episode, where we’ll discuss the other major aspects, including oppositions and squares.

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In this episode, we begin taking a deep dive into the five major aspects in astrology, with a special focus on planetary conjunctions. Conjunctions signify a powerful blending of energies, shaping both our personality traits and life experiences. Listen to learn how to decipher the meaning of conjunctions in your natal chart and how they may impact you. Then, don’t miss the next couple of episodes, where we’ll discuss other major aspects, including oppositions, trines, sextiles, and squares.

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