The Rising Hearts Podcast

The sun enters Scorpio on October 23, ushering in a season of depth and introspection. In this episode of The Rising Hearts Podcast, Kristin Madding dispels common myths about the sun’s role in astrology, breaks down how to gauge its actual influence in your chart, and explores the archetypal medicine of the Scorpio sun—the King of the Underworld.

Plus, get a look at what this solar shift means for all 12 rising signs.

In this episode:

• Solar myths and why you are more than your sun sign
• The core themes of Scorpio energy: stamina, depth, and sovereignty
• Transiting sun insights and horoscopes for all 12 rising signs

Need your natal chart? Email Kristin at [email protected] to request yours (using Whole Sign houses). Don't forget to follow and subscribe!

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In this episode, we explore the deep internal currents of the Venus retrograde cycle. Beginning in intense, passionate Scorpio and shifting back into harmonious Libra, this transit asks us to pause and re-evaluate our relationships, boundaries, and sources of pleasure. We break down what this retrograde means symbolically and offer intuitive, rising sign horoscopes using traditional Whole Sign houses.

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Welcome to the debut episode of The Rising Hearts Podcast! In this episode, we dive into Mars moving into the sign of Leo and explore what this fiery, confident energy means for your chart. We also break down the recent opposition to Pluto in Aquarius, discussing how to stand up for your authentic self and break free from old social conditioning. Plus, get intuitive, sign-by-sign horoscopes tailored for every rising sign using traditional Hellenistic Whole Sign houses.

00:00 – Introduction to The Rising Hearts Podcast and my practice in traditional Hellenistic astrology with Whole Sign houses

01:44 – Finding your Leo house based on your rising sign (a quick beginner guide)

04:05 – What Mars in Leo signifies: Yang energy, motivation, and the archetype of the angry lion

 08:39 – Mars opposes Pluto in Aquarius (David vs. Goliath and stepping away from social conditioning)

 10:49 – A sneak peek at Venus retrograde in Scorpio and upcoming Jupiter transits

 14:40 – Intuitive Mars in Leo opposing Pluto Horoscopes: Rising Sign breakdowns (Aries through Pisces)

Helpful Links & Resources

• Need help finding your house? Check out the general house breakdown guide at https://risingheartsastrology.com/resources/house-meanings
• Connect with the practice and book a reading at RisingHeartsAstrology.com

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Welcome to The Rising Hearts Podcast—where together we navigate everyday life through grounded astrology and practical spirituality. Join host Kristin Madding, a mom and astrologer walking a spiritually awakened yet very human path, as we explore cosmic weather, heart-based intuition, mental and emotional health, and much more. Hit 'Follow' so new episodes automatically land in your feed!

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Kristin is once again joined by the lovely Jen Carew to discuss a spirituality hot topic: forgiveness. Together they discuss what true forgiveness is, what it feels like, whether it's important to the spiritual path, and how they achieve forgiveness in their own lives. Follow Jen at jencarew.com and on Instagram @onejencarew.

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In this episode, Kristin is joined by integrative therapist, subconscious medium and organizational wellness consultant, Mira Taylor. Together, they chat about the pitfalls of traditional therapy and how Mira and the integrative therapy model aim to address some of those issues. They also delve into the world of identity and self-acceptance as the key to transformation, and so much more.

Learn more about Mira Taylor at moonandrune.com and on Instagram @moonandrunewellness.

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What is astrology? What is a natal chart? Are you more than "your sign"? Come along on this cosmic exploration of beginning astrological concepts to better understand what astrology is, what it isn't, why someone may practice it and how it can be used. 

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Kristin recounts recent awakening experiences including the results of two self-hypnosis sessions, coming into a new identity, recommendations from her higher self to refocus energy/attention on her 8th chakra, and getting stuck in the simultaneous fear of success and failure. Listen here or watch on YouTube.

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What happens when achieving everything leaves you empty? Just ask spiritual teacher Jen Carew who landed on an awakening journey when her success didn't bring fulfillment. She's now started a business to bring spiritual lessons to those on a similar path. In this conversation, Kristin and Jen muse about the spiritual path, hidden messages from "God," heart-centered transformations, and the importance of inner peace.

Be sure to visit jencarew.com to read Jen's blog, join The Bright Spot (her online community), and keep a pulse on upcoming classes. A big thanks to Jen for sharing her story!

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Kristin explores past failed relationships, lessons learned, and the conditions she created to call in her own Mr. Darcy.  

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