Astrology

Agrippa and the Divine Human Form

Last time we explored the cycle of Venus and how it encodes the Golden Ratio of Phi, the mathematical principle that underlies the whole of nature. That includes the human form as illustrated by Leonardo da Vinci in his famous Vitruvian Man drawing. But he wasn’t the only person trying to square the circle. Similar… Continue reading Agrippa and the Divine Human Form

Astrology

The Venus Cycle, Phi and the Venus Star

A few weeks ago we explored the mythology of Venus and the stories used by various cultures to describe the movements of the planet. Venus is the brightest planet in the sky (not counting the luminaries) and she performs a beautiful dance with the Sun where she appears and disappears at regular intervals. In this… Continue reading The Venus Cycle, Phi and the Venus Star

Astro Journal · Mythology

Planet Myths: The Story Behind Venus

Venus represents the principle of attraction and relationship and shows what you value and desire, how you relate to others and attract people or things into your life. She may be the planet of love and beauty but she also has a dark side, especially when she feels disrespected or overlooked, and can even be… Continue reading Planet Myths: The Story Behind Venus

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Jupiter in Taurus: expansion of abundance and pleasure

Jupiter enters Taurus on 16th May 2023 and stays there until 25th May 2024 when he goes into Gemini. This could be a period of relative calm and slow growth in the Taurus area of your chart, and with a few caveats, could bring healing and stability and inspiring ideas for making productive changes to… Continue reading Jupiter in Taurus: expansion of abundance and pleasure

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Astro Diary: Pluto Transits in the 8th to 12th Houses

Last time we explored Pluto in Aquarius through the houses with some examples of what to expect and how your life might change during the transit. To give a feel for how Pluto works as he moves around the birth chart, I thought it might be interesting to share some of my notes on the… Continue reading Astro Diary: Pluto Transits in the 8th to 12th Houses

Astro Journal · Current Transits

Pluto in Aquarius through the Houses

Pluto entered Aquarius on 23rd March 2023 and stays briefly until 11th June, returning to the sign on 21st January 2024 where he stays until 1st September and then returns to Aquarius more or less for good on 19th November 2024. The transit will last until January 2044 with a dip into Pisces in 2043.… Continue reading Pluto in Aquarius through the Houses

Astro Journal · Dharma Diary · Health

Astro Diary: Pluto transiting Capricorn in the 12th house

As Pluto approaches Aquarius those of us who have Aquarius rising (or late degree Capricorn) may be looking forward to Pluto leaving their 12th house. For those who use the Whole Signs house system Pluto will dip his toe into your 1st house for a couple of months this year and won’t enter it fully… Continue reading Astro Diary: Pluto transiting Capricorn in the 12th house

Astro Journal · Current Transits

Pluto in Aquarius: Transformation of Individuals and Community

In previous posts we’ve explored the history and some of the possible effects of this transit, as well as Pluto’s transition from Capricorn into Aquarius. In this post we’ll go deeper into how you can work with it on a personal level to transform the Aquarius part of your chart over the next 20 years.… Continue reading Pluto in Aquarius: Transformation of Individuals and Community

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Pluto’s transition from Capricorn to Aquarius 2023–24

Over the next two years, Pluto will be toggling between Capricorn and Aquarius as he settles into his new home for the next 20 years. This year Pluto spends about three months in Aquarius and then returns in January 2024 for another seven months or so before moving in for good in November 2024. So… Continue reading Pluto’s transition from Capricorn to Aquarius 2023–24