Author: Midara

Planetary Joys – Moon in the Third House

The Moon – planet of emotion, intuition, and connection.  In modern astrology, Luna is associated with Cancer and the fourth house. This makes sense when we consider the connection between the fourth house and family, comfort, and roots. All of ……

Planetary Joys – Mercury in the First House

Mercury – planet of communication and information. In modern astrology, he is often associated with the third house, which certainly makes sense. The third house is about short trips, communication, and siblings. But in traditional astrology, Mer…

Introduction to Planetary Joys

We all know that planets have their favorite spots in the zodiac. The Sun has its home in Leo, Venus exalts in Pisces, and Mars has a terrible time hanging out in Libra. The signs have the power to strengthen … Read More…

Why Does Venus Fall in Virgo?

Venus is entering Virgo, the sign of her fall. This is Venus’s least favorite place to be, the place where she must accomplish her Venusian tasks using Mercury’s tools. When Venus is in Virgo, we are driven by the need … Read More…

Effects of Pluto Retrograde in the Natal Chart

Pluto is the farthest of the outer planets, and his domain is ultimately about power. He is the kingmaker and the ender of empires. Pluto is how we as individuals approach and are approached by power, both internally and externally. … Read More…..

Effects of Uranus Retrograde in the Natal Chart

Uranus is the great change-maker. He shakes things up, knocks things down, and refuses stagnation of all kinds. He’s the force that keeps society moving forward, and he’s not afraid to break a few eggs in the process. But what … Read More…

Effects of Jupiter Retrograde in the Natal Chart

Jupiter:  the luck bringer, the philosopher, the great benefic in the sky. Jupiter is a boon in all our charts, helping us find perspective, ambition, and our worldview. But what about the third of us who have Jupiter retrograde in … Read More……

Effects of Mars Retrograde in the Natal Chart

One of the most feared planets to have retrograde in the natal chart is Mars. People hear that and think they’ll never get anywhere in life, that they have no drive, or even worse, that they’re in danger. But this … Read More…