Let's Get Real Astrology

Katie and Dena get real about what it takes to be an astrologer. They discuss practical considerations such as money and how much time and energy you are willing and able to give. They each share their experiences of being professional astrologers and the ups and downs along that path.

Mentioned in this episode:

Episode from Dena's previous podcast, The Sirius Astrology Podcast: So You Want to Be an Astrologer?

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Dena and Katie share the top 5 things that beginners can do to understand their own natal charts. 

Mentioned in this episode:

Dena’s new astrology book:

Foundations of Astrology: A Workbook for Beginners

Helpful previous LGRA episodes:

The Rising Sign

The Nodes

Squares and Oppositions

The Houses (if you have a stellium in a house)

And listen to the Shadow Episode for your Sun Sign!

To cast your chart for free online:

Try cafeastrology.com

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Katie on IG: @sparkthesun

Dena on IG: @denadecastro

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Katie and Dena wrap up the Shadow Series with the Pisces Shadow. They talk about the shadow archetypes: The Flake, The Spiritual By-Passer, The Victim, and The Escapist. They explore how cults are one expression of this shadow, and they discuss how each of these archetypes has shown up in their own lives. Be sure to listen back to the "Shadow Series" episodes if you missed any of the previous ones or if this is your first time listening! 

Mentioned in this episode:

Bittersweet by Susan Cain

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Katie on IG: @sparkthesun

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Katie and Dena take on squares and oppositions in the natal chart. These challenging aspects can create friction and tension, but they also push us to grown. Katie shares what she's learned from everything squaring her Venus. Dena talks about the challenges of her Venus-Mars opposition. They offer strategies for working with squares and oppositions if you have them in your own chart.

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Aquarius Shadow Questions for reflection:

What makes you feel caged and therefore inclined to be controlling?

What makes you feel like you need to rebel, and how could you effectively channel that for good?

How do you react to strong emotions in yourself and others?

How can you be more present emotionally to yourself and others?

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Katie on IG: @sparkthesun

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Dates for the top three astrological events of 2023:

-Pluto enters Aquarius: March 23-June 11 (and re-enters Aquarius in January 2024)

-Saturn enters Pisces: March 7-May 2025

-Jupiter enters Taurus: May 16-May of 2024

If you have a topic idea for a future episode, you can reach out to us:

Katie on IG: @sparkthesun

Dena on IG: @denadecastro

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 @letsgetrealastrology

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Questions for reflection: 

What areas of my life currently feel dry, unfulfilled, robotic?

What have I done to contribute to this state?

What are three things I can do daily to be more tender with myself?

If you have a topic idea for a future episode, you can reach out to us:

Katie on IG: @sparkthesun

Dena on IG: @denadecastro

Follow the "Let's Get Real Astrology" podcast on IG:

 @letsgetrealastrology

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Katie on IG: @sparkthesun

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What fears trigger the shadow behaviors of Sagittarius?

Fear of being confined or trapped

Fear of not being recognized

Fear of not knowing or not having the answers

Journaling or Questions for reflection for integrating the medicine of the Gemini polarity:

How can I cultivate a practice of deep listening in my conversations?

What am I curious about? 

What do I still have yet to learn?

If you have a topic idea for a future episode, you can reach out to us:

Katie on IG: @sparkthesun

Dena on IG: @denadecastro

Follow the "Let's Get Real Astrology" podcast on IG:

 @letsgetrealastrology

If you have a topic idea for a future episode, you can reach out to us:

Katie on IG: @sparkthesun

Dena on IG: @denadecastro

Follow the "Let's Get Real Astrology" podcast on IG: @letsgetrealastrology

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Questions for reflection for integrating the medicine of the polarity:

What are three simple things I can do to bring more stability to an area of my life that feels chaotic?

What are three ways that I can get grounded and in my body?

How can I feed my need for passion and excitement while maintaining my need for security?

If you have a topic idea for a future episode, you can reach out to us:

Katie on IG: @sparkthesun

Dena on IG: @denadecastro

Follow the "Let's Get Real Astrology" podcast on IG:

 @letsgetrealastrology

If you have a topic idea for a future episode, you can reach out to us:

Katie on IG: @sparkthesun

Dena on IG: @denadecastro

Follow the "Let's Get Real Astrology" podcast on IG: @letsgetrealastrology

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Mars Retrograde dates:

Mars stations retrograde - October 30, 2022

Mars stations direct - January 12, 2023

Mars enters the pre-shadow - September 3, 2022

Mars exits the post-shadow - March 15, 2023

Mars is in Gemini - August 20th, 2022 – March 25th, 2023

If you have a topic idea for a future episode, you can reach out to us:

Katie on IG: @sparkthesun

Dena on IG: @denadecastro

Follow the "Let's Get Real Astrology" podcast on IG:

 @letsgetrealastrology

If you have a topic idea for a future episode, you can reach out to us:

Katie on IG: @sparkthesun

Dena on IG: @denadecastro

Follow the "Let's Get Real Astrology" podcast on IG: @letsgetrealastrology

Please support the show: like, subscribe, follow, and review us on your favorite podcast app! 

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