Find Your Nova

It’s interesting how sometimes themes come up in life with a degree of repetition that seems to be drilling in a specific message. Recently, in my experience and that of friends, family and clients the significations of the first quarter moon have been surfacing.  The first quarter moon phase is a critical juncture in the lunar cycle, marked by significant tension and obstacles. This phase, symbolized by the moon forming a 90-degree angle to the sun, embodies a dynamic conflict between the conscious goals symbolized by the sun and the environmental and emotional conditions symbolized by the moon. To fully understand the intricacies of this phase, we can draw on the insights of Dane Rudhyar, Liz Greene, as well as traditional astrological interpretations. To find out how your natal or progressed moon phase is expressed in your chart you can book a session with me here. Dane Rudhyar's Perspective Dane Rudhyar described the first quarter moon as a "crisis in action," emphasi...

The positions and phases of planets often paint a vivid picture of interpersonal dynamics and personal growth. A recent discussion illuminated how these celestial influences can forge unexpectedly deep connections, regardless of superficial differences such as age. This exploration revolves around the intriguing concept of the phases of personal planets—specifically Mercury, Venus, and Mars—and their impact on synastry, the astrological study of relationships. The Spark of Inverse Phases Imagine meeting someone with whom you instantly click, a connection so electrifying that it defies conventional boundaries like age. This was the experience shared in a discussion about a friendship that blossomed in a philosophy class. What stood out was the alignment and phase of their personal planets. One person’s planets were in the evening star phase, characterized by reflection and consolidation, while the other's were in the morning star phase, denoting initiation and new beginnings. This i...

Today, May 18, in Berkeley, California, at 9 am PDT, marked an especially auspicious day characterized by significant astrological alignments. The 10th day of the lunar calendar aligns with a waxing trine aspect between the Sun and Moon. The Sun is in the 29th degree of Taurus, and early this morning, the Moon was in an exact 120-degree trine as it left Virgo. This alignment in Earth signs, particularly Taurus and Virgo, highlights the green color associated with the Earth element, Taurus, and Venus, providing three separate levels of signification. Green, as it relates to the Earth element, signifies the life and vitality of living things on Earth, including plants and the animals that depend on them. It embodies the abundance, fertility, and generative qualities of life and the Earth, symbolizing the feminine qualities of generation itself. Green, as it relates to the zodiac sign of Taurus, emphasizes the solid and fixed nature of Taurus. This sign symbolizes stability, the state of ...

Birth - 19 Nov 1987, 23:20 SeattleUS(US), WA, Time A 36-year-old single parent seeks guidance in navigating complex and traumatic romantic experiences, expressing a deep desire for a loving, committed relationship while grappling with fears and past disappointments. The person wishes to understand the type of partner to look for, potential timing for new relationships, and how to achieve a healthy romantic life. Astrological Insights: Natal Chart Analysis: Your natal chart reveals significant placements that provide insights into your relationship patterns, challenges, and opportunities for fulfilling connections. Sun and Moon in Scorpio: Your core personality (Sun) and emotional nature (Moon) are both in Scorpio, indicating intense emotional needs and a desire for deep, transformative relationships. Scorpio placements often attract equally intense experiences, which can be transformative but sometimes traumatic. Learning to manage and understand this intense energy can help mitigate l...

When you explore the world of astrology with tools like astro.com , you're not just looking at symbols and lines on a chart; you're engaging with a dynamic map of planetary influences tailored to your personal geographical landscape. Understanding how to orient yourself between the local space map and your radix (natal) chart can help you  connect the significations of the planets to the physical world. Here’s how these two tools work together to guide you through the cosmos and across the Earth. Understanding the Radix Chart Your radix, or natal chart, is essentially a snapshot of the heavens at the exact moment of your birth, viewed from your birthplace. This chart features key astrological elements like the Midheaven (MC) and the Ascendant (AC), which are crucial for understanding your life path and personality from an astrological perspective. Typically, in this chart, the MC is positioned at the top, representing your highest achievements and public life, while the Ascenda...

This morning, as I was browsing through some Spotify recommendations, a new artist popped up that I hadn't seen before. The cover of the single that was presented to me was pretty captivating for some reason, and it led me down a rabbit hole exploring this artist's work. One track, in particular, caught my attention, called "Trismegistus." For those of you who have been studying astrology for a while, that name might ring a bell. "Trismegistus" refers to Hermes Trismegistus, the mythological progenitor of astrology, known as 'thrice great' and connected to both Egyptian and Greek mythology. While I won't dive too deep into the historical and mythological intricacies here, let's just say the track struck a chord with me on a deeper, almost cosmic level. Inspired by this discovery, I decided to curate an astrologically themed playlist that embodies the mystical qualities of the universe, wrapped in the enchanting cloak of music. The "Trism...