Moon

“Spirituality has a lot to do with being connected to nature, and being connected to nature has a lot to do with simplicity. So call me ‘simplistic’ if you wish, but I will still make this simple statement: If humanity were spiritual they would love nature, and they would do everything humanly possible not do destroy any of it.”

— Sereno Sky, the “Lonely Traveller” novels (via hippieseurope)

Useful Resources and Links

This links post is being added to my “Your Placements” page which I wrote/sourced for people getting into astrology. You can find it here if you would like information on finding your chart, dominants, or a quick understanding of some key parts of the chart when starting astrology!

This post will provide the more detailed information for the page.

Note: Posts linked are not all mine! They are, however, my favourite posts for learning and understanding! All links go to the original post and blog so you can read more of their excellent posts.

Signs:

Intercepted and duplicated signs by @astrology-addict​

Signs, houses, and how to start out by @astrology-addict​

Ascendent/Descendent element axis by @lupuslupercalia​

Signs in the personal placements by @universalstrology​

Signs in the Sun and Mercury by @seraonthestars​

Basics on the signs (and everything) by @gothicastrology​

The Rising signs by me

Cardinal signs in the natal chart by @astroalive​

Fixed signs in the natal chart by @astroalive​

Mutable signs in the natal chart by @astroalive​

The Modes by @ayyries​

The Moon signs by @astrollusion​

Luminaries and Planets:

What the planets mean within us posted by @astro-paradiso​

What the planets represent by astrotheme.com

Falls and detriments by @transcendicalprosperity​

Exaltations and falls by @acaipsychelife​

Luminaries and planets in astrology by @aesthetics-astro​

The Sun by @aesthetics-astro​

The Moon by @aesthetics-astro​

Mercury by @aesthetics-astro​

Venus by @aesthetics-astro​

Mars by @aesthetics-astro​

Jupiter by @aesthetics-astro​

Saturn by @aesthetics-astro​

Uranus by @aesthetics-astro​

Neptune by @aesthetics-astro​

Pluto by @aesthetics-astro​

Saturn and its houses by @ayyries​

Jupiter and its house potential by @astrologylunarfish​

Saturn and Uranus Brotherhood by @astrawrlogy​

Neptune and its houses by @ayyries​

Natal Saturn by @acaipsychelife​

Learning about the natal chart by @astrology-addict​

Blathin’s planetary masterpost by @astrollusion​

Dominants:

How to find your dominants [VIDEO] by @astrology-addict

Dominant planets by me

Dominant houses by @astrawrlogy

Sign dominants posted to tumblr by @astroasteria​

Calculating element percentage by @astroalive​

Calculating dominant signs by @geministereo​

Houses:

Sun in the houses by @zodiac–signs

The 12 astrological houses by astrolibrary.org

The 12 houses by astrostyle.com

The 12 houses by astrotheme.com

Introduction to houses by @astrology-addict

Houses of astrology by @astrolocherry

Importance of the Ascendent (1st house cusp) by @ayyries

The 10th house by @astrollusion

The 12th house by @isastrobitch

The 10th house planets by me

The 5th house planets by @imstuckinarut-astrology

What the houses mean in short by @gothicastrology

The 12th house planets by @cutestrology

Chart shapes by @astrollusion​

How the houses flow together by @transcendicalprosperity

Midheaven:

In Aries by @aesthetics-astro​

In Taurus by @aesthetics-astro​

In Gemini by @aesthetics-astro​

In Cancer by @aesthetics-astro​

In Leo by @aesthetics-astro​

In Virgo by @aesthetics-astro​

In Libra by @aesthetics-astro​

In Scorpio by @aesthetics-astro​

In Sagittarius by @aesthetics-astro​

In Capricorn by @aesthetics-astro​

In Aquarius by @aesthetics-astro​

In Pisces by @aesthetics-astro​

Retrogrades:

What to know about retrogrades by @coolastrology​

Planets in retrograde by @isastrobitch​

Natal retrograding planets by @astrolocherry​

Retrogrades in astrology by @aesthetics-astro​

Stelliums:

An introduction to stelliums by @ashwolfastro​

House stelliums by @ashwolfastro​

Sign stelliums, house stelliums, and what each planet means for them by @astrawrlogy​

How to analyse a stellium by @astrologyisfrequentlyaccurate​

How to master a stelium by @soulofsaturn​

Decans:

The sign decans by @astroalive​

Sun/Masculine and Moon/Feminine decans by @star-astrology​

Decans by horoscopeswithin.com

Aries Decans posted to tumblr by @deathstrology​

Taurus Decans posted to tumblr by @deathstrology​

Gemini Decans posted to tumblr by @deathstrology​

Cancer Decans posted to tumblr by @deathstrology​

Leo Decans posted to tumblr by @deathstrology​

Virgo Decans posted to tumblr by @deathstrology​

Libra Decans posted to tumblr by @deathstrology​

Scorpio Decans posted to tumblr by @deathstrology​

Sagittarius Decans posted to tumblr by @deathstrology​

Capricorn Decans posted to tumblr by @deathstrology​

Aquarius Decans posted to tumblr by @deathstrology​

Pisces Decans posted to tumblr by @deathstrology​

Aries Rising decans by @aesthetics-astro​

Taurus Rising decans by @aesthetics-astro​

Gemini Rising decans by @aesthetics-astro​

Cancer Rising decans by @aesthetics-astro​

Leo Rising decans by @aesthetics-astro​

Virgo Rising decans by @aesthetics-astro​

Libra Rising decans by @aesthetics-astro​

Scorpio Rising decans by @aesthetics-astro​

Sagittarius Rising decans by @aesthetics-astro​

Capricorn Rising decans by @aesthetics-astro​

Aquarius Rising decans by @aesthetics-astro​

Pisces Rising decans by @astrolofae​

Aspects:

An introduction to aspects by @astrollusion​

Oppositions to the ascendent by @totefee​

Aspects to Pluto by @bythestarlight​

Marina’s aspect masterpost by @astrologymarina​

Jupiter to Saturn aspects by @astrologanize​

Venus to Jupiter aspects by astrologymarina.com (@astrologymarina)

Other:

Glossary by @astrollusion​

I have missed so many amazing posts, articles and sites off of here by accident and on purpose because this list would be endless! Other great resources include astro.com, astrotheme.com, cafestrology.com and astromatrix.com. Many books are also out there for you to purchase like Your Microcosm by @astrologymarina​! Apart from these posts, some of my favourite blogs to learn from generally include @acaipsychelife​, @ayyries​, @astrolocherry​, @astrology-addict​, @scorpio-astrology​, @astrologanize​, @astrologymarina​, @aesthetics-astro​, @transcendicalprosperity​ and @astroalive​!

I hope this is helpful, and you’ll be able to find this post on my placements page <3

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I Seek My Self through What I Think

💜 Aries

Positive natural tendency courageous bold inspirational to others intuitive perceptive

Misuse or exaggeration of trait foolhardy zealot egotistic show of bravado

💜 Taurus

Positive natural tendency steadfast and loyal intensely sensitive and understanding composed and calm affectionate and generous practical and firm productive and fertile

Misuse or exaggeration of trait stubborn without just reason overly emotional aloof, dry, and hard overindulges sensual appetites stingy and rigid seeks only material rewards for all efforts

💜 Gemini 

Positive natural tendency  lighthearted and cheerful extremely intelligent versatile and adaptable sensitive to others clear and objective in thinking precise

Misuse or exaggeration of trait silly and inane superintellectual, all words dissipates self through lack of unifying purpose nervous and excitable cold, aloof, and unemotional indiscriminate

💜 Cancer

Positive natural tendency sensitive to all feelings cares for others’ needs and wants psychic and impressionable holds the family together understands all human conditions

Misuse or exaggeration of trait can become hysterical and/or irritable can be extremely selfish can have elusions and unfounded fears can be too clannish and snobby is oblivious to all desires but own

💜 Leo

Positive natural tendency

self-assured and progressive warm and sincere affectionate in love protective cultivated and refined artistic and expressive inspired by universal love 

Misuse or exaggeration of trait  vain and self-seeking falsely modest lustful and hedonistic dictatorial extravagant and opulent braggart and show-off purely egotistical

💜 Virgo

Positive natural tendency helpful and unassuming clear and sharp-eyed dependable and unselfish precise and meticulous born researcher and scientist calm and self-reliant

Misuse or exaggeration of trait  manipulative and underhanded fault-finding indecisive and a hoarder forgets where things are superficial and secretive nervous and utterly dependent

💜 Libra

Positive natural tendency completely impartial and balanced mind refined, artistic nature perfect in marriage and partnerships sociable and gregarious graceful and charming inspires talent of others

Misuse or exaggeration of trait incapable of decision pleasure seeker and hedonist manipulates and dominates others completely dependent on others superficial and deceitful seeks relationships for personal gain

💜 Scorpio

Positive natural tendency creative through rebuilding healer strong and loyal friend giver of strength inspires faith seeks merger with Spirit

Misuse or exaggeration of trait totally destructive seducer uses friends for personal gain psychic vampire total egotist wants others to merge with him

💜 Sagittarius

Positive natural tendency vast and inspirational mind sees the larger issue at hand magnanimous and generous teacher and judge straightforward and bold

Misuse or exaggeration of trait inability to regulate mind with matter tends to false exaggerations gluttonous, never satisfied dictator and propagandist loud-mouthed and coarse

💜 Capricorn

Positive natural tendency pudent and sel-sacrificing trustworthy and loyal dependable and unselfish oranizer and executive industrious deep spiritual understanding very aware of other people’s needs

Misuse or exaggeration of trait miserly and demanding unsympathetic and secretive dictatorial insatiably ambitious worships only position and prestige opportunistic

💜 Aquarius

Positive natural tendency gregarious and social loyalty to a cause or idea strives for brotherhood intuitive and alert mind can love all equally

Misuse or exaggeration of trait overly talkative and flighty a zealot and fanatic tries to impose own ideas on others has zany schemes and is impractical cold, aloof, litle human sympathy

💜 Pisces

Positive natural tendency unselfish in all matters vast imagination creative and innovative universal in scope of expression strong spiritual aspirations

Misuse or exaggeration of trait seeks to control through giving hostage to elusion  potentially locked within poor sense of individuality a sensualist in all things

Written by Alan Oken

aries sparkling, startling intuitive or  ravaged fighter

taurus floodlight of illumination or  tormented desire 

gemini infuser of opposing worlds or  chaotically confused 

cancer  wielder of the creative source or  frightened, defensive battler 

leo creatively divine exhibitionist or  held hostage by ego

virgo  pristine heavenly mathematician or  hyper critical solitary

libra  temple of unity and acceptance or  hollow, empty dependant 

scorpio  deep soul doctor, healer of spiritual wounds or  overly tempted by death

sagittarius cultivated and divinely intimate philosopher or  skeptical sedative 

capricorn  resilient soldier of god, co-creator with the divine or  sorrowful victim 

aquarius  raiser of conscious spiritual seas or  mentally defeated solitary

pisces  healer from the source itself or  confined, confused escapist 

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goddesses for the signs

Aries: Pele - Hawaiian volcano goddess. Is both creator and destroyer of land // Ishtar - Mesopotamian Goddess of sexual love, fertility, and war

Taurus: Flora - Roman Goddess of flowers // Inanna - Sumerian Goddess of sexual love, fertility, and warfare

Gemini: Baubo - Greek Goddess of mirth, jests, and bawdy humour // Saraswati - Hindu Goddess of Knowledge, the Arts, Mathematics, Education, and cosmic Wisdom 

Cancer: Yemaya - Yoruban Mother Goddess, Goddess of the Ocean // Artemis/Diana - Greek/Roman Goddess of the hunt, virginity, and childbirth. Associated with the moon

Leo: Amaterasu - Japanese sun Goddess // Kuan Yin - Chinese Goddess of Mercy and Compassion

Virgo: Brighid - Celtic Goddess of poetry, healing, and crafts // Sophia - Greek Goddess of wisdom

Libra: Lalita - Hindu goddess of beauty. Name means beautiful, playful, beloved // Ma'at - Egyptian Goddess, personified concept of truth, balance, justice, and order

Scorpio: Hectate - Greek Goddess of witchcraft and magick, crossroads, and the harvest moon // Eos - Greek Goddess of the dawn

Sagittarius: Cerridwen - Celtic Goddess of transformation // Tara - Hindu, Mother Goddess, the absolute, unquenchable hunger that propels all life.

Capricorn: Cybele - Greek Earth Mother // Fortuna - Roman Goddess of fortune

Aquarius: Athena - Greek Goddess of wisdom, defensive and strategic wars // Isis - Egyptian Mother Goddess, matron of nature and magick, Goddess of creativity and the underdog

Pisces: Hestia - Greek Goddess of the hearth and domestic life // Maya - Hindu Goddess of Illusion and Mystery

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Your Sun/Moon Combination Keywords

~Aries~

Aries Sun, Aries Moon: Impulsive, Lively, Determined

Aries Sun, Taurus Moon: Tactful, Sensual, Gracious

Aries Sun, Gemini Moon: Popular, Open-Minded, Talkative

Aries Sun, Cancer Moon: Loyal, Secure, Emotional

Aries Sun, Leo Moon: Courageous, Affectionate, Ambitious

Aries Sun, Virgo Moon: Conversant, Sincere, Careful

Aries Sun, Libra Moon: Adventurous, Dynamic, Restless

Aries Sun, Scorpio Moon: Competitive, Intellectual, Magnetic

Aries Sun, Sagittarius Moon: Active, Inquisitive, Exciting

Aries Sun, Capricorn Moon: Practical, Responsible, Motivated

Aries Sun, Aquarius Moon: Idealistic, Amusing, Romantic

Aries Sun, Pisces Moon: Creative, Temperamental, Impressionable

~Taurus~

Taurus Sun, Aries Moon: Goal-Oriented, Disciplined, Vigorous

Taurus Sun, Taurus Moon: Truthful, Calm, Attentive

Taurus Sun, Gemini Moon: Bright, Pragmatic, Charming

Taurus Sun, Cancer Moon: Kind, Imaginative, Peaceful

Taurus Sun, Leo Moon: Opinionated, Strong, Innovative

Taurus Sun, Virgo Moon: Convincing, Dedicated, Logical

Taurus Sun, Libra Moon: Charismatic, Delicate, Relaxed

Taurus Sun, Scorpio Moon: Subtle, Empathetic, Clever

Taurus Sun, Sagittarius Moon: Passionate, Sociable, Direct

Taurus Sun, Capricorn Moon: Prestige, Dependable, Stable

Taurus Sun, Aquarius Moon: Faithful, Generous, Flexible

Taurus Sun, Pisces Moon: Susceptible, Gentle, Spiritual

~Gemini~

Gemini sun, Aries Moon: Quick, Excitable, Well-Spoken

Gemini sun, Taurus Moon: Outgoing, Youthful, Structural

Gemini sun, Gemini Moon: Favored, Unpredictable, Problem-Solver

Gemini sun, Cancer Moon: Playful, Witty, Skillful

Gemini sun, Leo Moon: Prideful, Enterprising, Amiable

Gemini sun, Virgo Moon: Versatile, Intelligent, Lighthearted

Gemini sun, Libra Moon: Harmonious, Idealistic, Resilient

Gemini sun, Scorpio Moon: Forceful, Intuitive, Brilliant

Gemini sun, Sagittarius Moon: Free, Educated, Vivid

Gemini sun, Capricorn Moon: Shrewd, Objective, Professional

Gemini sun, Aquarius Moon: Helpful, Optimistic, Agile

Gemini sun, Pisces Moon: Conscientious, Detailed, Speculating

~Cancer~

Cancer Sun, Aries Moon: Combustive, Principal, Aspiring

Cancer Sun, Taurus Moon: Compassionate, Protective, Loving

Cancer Sun, Gemini Moon: Yielding, Curious, Reflective

Cancer Sun, Cancer Moon: Touchy, Guarding, Genial

Cancer Sun, Leo Moon: Proud, Interesting, Neat

Cancer Sun, Virgo Moon: Solid, Traditional, Practical

Cancer Sun, Libra Moon: Gentle, Busy, Supportive

Cancer Sun, Scorpio Moon: Magnetic, Ardent, Private

Cancer Sun, Sagittarius Moon: Inspiring, Free-Spirited, Polite

Cancer Sun, Capricorn Moon: Eager, Reassuring, Self-Disciplined

Cancer Sun, Aquarius Moon: Wise, Aristocratic, Honored

Cancer Sun, Pisces Moon: Passive, Unique, Talented

~Leo~

Leo Sun, Aries Moon: Fierce, Outright, Driven

Leo Sun, Taurus Moon: Visionary, Durable, Efficient

Leo Sun, Gemini Moon: Delightful, Facile, Reasonable

Leo Sun, Cancer Moon: Ingenious, Easy-Going, Family-Oriented

Leo Sun, Leo Moon: Bold, Attractive, Dignified

Leo Sun, Virgo Moon: Selective, Thoughtful, Timid

Leo Sun, Libra Moon: Idealistic, Methodical, Alert

Leo Sun, Scorpio Moon: Passionate, Opportunistic, Fulfilling

Leo Sun, Sagittarius Moon: Intriguing, Warm, Straightforward

Leo Sun, Capricorn Moon: Keen, Good-Natured, Trustworthy

Leo Sun, Aquarius Moon: Vital, Inspiring, Concerned

Leo Sun, Pisces Moon: Kind-Hearted, Aware, Sentimental

~Virgo~

Virgo Sun, Aries Moon: Thoughtful, Demanding, High-Spirited

Virgo Sun, Taurus Moon: Reliable, Honest, Loyal

Virgo Sun, Gemini Moon: Deliberate, Active, Perceiving

Virgo Sun, Cancer Moon: Nurturing, Conservative, Secure

Virgo Sun, Leo Moon: Jovial, Earnest, Conscientious

Virgo Sun, Virgo Moon: Organized, Well-Mannered, Healthy

Virgo Sun, Libra Moon: Enciting, Selective, Intimate

Virgo Sun, Scorpio Moon: Sly, Prudent, Calculating

Virgo Sun, Sagittarius Moon: Traditional, Engaging, Humorous

Virgo Sun, Capricorn Moon: Hardworking, Mature, Realistic

Virgo Sun, Aquarius Moon: Down-To-Earth, Analytical, Exploring

Virgo Sun, Pisces Moon: Contemplative, Artistic, Adviceful

~Libra~

Libra Sun, Aries Moon: Striking, Erratic, Extroverted

Libra Sun, Taurus Moon: Likable, Balanced, Tactful

Libra Sun, Gemini Moon: Expressive, Social, Flirtatious

Libra Sun, Cancer Moon: Diplomatic, Serene, Gifted

Libra Sun, Leo Moon: Captivating, Honest, Lucky

Libra Sun, Virgo Moon: Rational, Organized, Insightful

Libra Sun, Libra Moon: Excitable, Charming, Trusting

Libra Sun, Scorpio Moon: Determined, Absorbing, Radical

Libra Sun, Sagittarius Moon: Outgoing, Eager, Positive

Libra Sun, Capricorn Moon: Warm, Strong, Purposeful

Libra Sun, Aquarius Moon: Humanitarian, Even-Tempered, Approachable

Libra Sun, Pisces Moon: Tender, Changeable, Artistic

~Scorpio~

Scorpio Sun, Aries Moon: Mysterious, Fearless, Tenacious

Scorpio Sun, Taurus Moon: Securing, Confident, Sensible

Scorpio Sun, Gemini Moon: Sensual, Businesslike, Sophisticated

Scorpio Sun, Cancer Moon: Independent, Bold, Curative

Scorpio Sun, Leo Moon: Alluring, Self-Assured, Decisive

Scorpio Sun, Virgo Moon: Observant, Reserved, Soft-Spoken

Scorpio Sun, Libra Moon: Elegant, Creative, High-Minded

Scorpio Sun, Scorpio Moon: Powerful, Deep, Diligent

Scorpio Sun, Sagittarius Moon: Ironic, Explosive, Affectionate

Scorpio Sun, Capricorn Moon: Persistent, Steadfast, Severe

Scorpio Sun, Aquarius Moon: Fascinating, Civil, Influential

Scorpio Sun, Pisces Moon: Psychic, Rightful, Kind

~Sagittarius~

Sagittarius sun, Aries moon: Good-Hearted, Cheerful, Wild

Sagittarius sun, Taurus Moon: Aspiring, Faithful, Romantic

Sagittarius sun, Gemini Moon: Entertaining, Talkative, Smart

Sagittarius sun, Cancer Moon: Spiritual, Foresightful, Dreamy

Sagittarius sun, Leo Moon: Daring, Open, Productive  

Sagittarius sun, Virgo Moon: Broad-Minded, Realistic, Analytical

Sagittarius sun, Libra Moon: Joyful, Sincere, Intellectual

Sagittarius sun, Scorpio Moon: Sarcastic, Go-Getter, Defensive

Sagittarius sun, Sagittarius Moon: Optimistic, Noticeable, Disquisitive

Sagittarius sun, Capricorn Moon: Self-Examining, Affirmative, Realistic

Sagittarius sun, Aquarius Moon: Philosophical, Trustworthy, Intuitive

Sagittarius sun, Pisces Moon: Understanding, Tolerant, Imaginative

~Capricorn~

Capricorn Sun, Aries moon: Willful, Invulnerable, Powerful

Capricorn Sun, Taurus Moon: Influential, Reliable, Conservative

Capricorn Sun, Gemini Moon: Innovative, Bright, Swift

Capricorn Sun, Cancer Moon: Domestic, Supportive, Sharp-Witted

Capricorn Sun, Leo Moon: Demonstrative, Committed, Friendly

Capricorn Sun, Virgo Moon: Ambitious, Reserved, Objective

Capricorn Sun, Libra Moon: Disciplined, Benevolent, Smooth

Capricorn Sun, Scorpio Moon: Insightful, Deep, Driven

Capricorn Sun, Sagittarius Moon: Carefree, Funny, Rational

Capricorn Sun, Capricorn Moon: Successful, Giving, Inspiring

Capricorn Sun, Aquarius Moon: Serious, Wise, Accountable

Capricorn Sun, Pisces Moon: Forthright, Humane, Sympathetic

~Aquarius~

Aquarius Sun, Aries moon: Aggressive, Independent, Enthusiastic

Aquarius Sun, Taurus Moon: Curious, Appealing, Headstrong

Aquarius Sun, Gemini Moon: Elightened, Original, Beguiling

Aquarius Sun, Cancer Moon: Patient, Candid, Perceptive

Aquarius Sun, Leo Moon: Helpful, Friendly, Dignified

Aquarius Sun, Virgo Moon: Careful, Competent, Structural

Aquarius Sun, Libra Moon: Respectful, Optimistic, Peace-Loving

Aquarius Sun, Scorpio Moon: Compassionate, Charismatic, Enterprising

Aquarius Sun, Sagittarius Moon: Adventurous, Experienced, Admirable

Aquarius Sun, Capricorn Moon: Purposeful, Ethical, Prudent

Aquarius Sun, Aquarius Moon: Unique, Open-Minded, Wise

Aquarius Sun, Pisces Moon: Judicious, Big-Hearted, Mythical

~Pisces~

Pisces Sun, Aries Moon: Keen, Self-Reliant, Charitable

Pisces Sun, Taurus Moon: Easy-Going, Considerate, Vibrant

Pisces Sun, Gemini Moon: Adaptable, Conceptual, Creative

Pisces Sun, Cancer Moon: Humble, Talented, Controlled

Pisces Sun, Leo Moon: Humorous, Different, Trustworthy

Pisces Sun, Virgo Moon: Devoted, Astute, Determined,

Pisces Sun, Libra Moon: Accommodating, Enchanting, Peaceful

Pisces Sun, Scorpio Moon: Emotional, Mysterious, Secretive

Pisces Sun, Sagittarius Moon: Expansive, Protective, Sensible

Pisces Sun, Capricorn Moon: Kind, Introverted, Subtle

Pisces Sun, Aquarius Moon: Missionary, Humanitarian, Intellectual

Pisces Sun, Pisces Moon: Ethereal, Sympathetic, Dreamy

KEYWORDS FOR ASTROLOGY TERMS

SUN: Basic personality, your ego, how you express your creativity, how acquaintances and friends get to know you, your father.MOON: The more private aspect of your personality, your emotions, how you express your sensitivity, the most intimate part of you, how your family knows you, your mother, your childhood.MERCURY: Communication, how you process information, how you think, speech patterns, sense of humor, your wit, your siblings.VENUS: Love and relationships, how you relate to others socially, how you show affection to others, your charm, your beauty standards, what you find attractive in others, the women you attract in your life.MARS: Drive, ambition, stamina, willpower, what your goals are and how you achieve them, how you show your passion, how you react when you're angry, how you express yourself sexually, the men you attract in your life.JUPITER: Philosophy, religion, higher-level of thinking, luck, how you express your faith, how you just 'trust', what your life purpose is, where you get your lucky breaks, how you experience prosperity.SATURN: Authority, time, karma, limitations, methodical planning, how you ground yourself, your fears, where you feel weakest, your responsibilities, your commitments, how you have to focus, how you must improve.URANUS: Technology, change, enlightenment, novelty, chaos, disruption, intuition, how you express your individualism, how you’re erratic and unpredictable, how you need your independence, how you need to break boundaries.NEPTUNE: Dreams, illusion, spirituality, sensitivity, art, cinema, media, glamor, how you express your idealism and imagination, how you feel disappointment, how you wear rose-colored glasses, the mysterious, the unclear, the undefinable.PLUTO: Personal power, transformation, where you’re both self-destructive and creative, how you face power struggles and upheaval, how you regenerate, how you heal.CHIRON: Your deepest pain, where you feel inadequate, your personal sound, where you overcompensate, how you can heal others.ASCENDANT/RISING SIGN (1ST HOUSE): How you first come across to people, your facial expression, your mannerisms, your appearance, how you initially approach things, your view on life. 2ND HOUSE: Your self esteem, your resources and possessions, your wealth, your income, your talents, your values and morals.3RD HOUSE: Your observation and analysis skills, your thinking skills, your basic education, your curiosity, short trips, your local community and neighborhood.Imum Coeli/IC (4TH HOUSE): Latin for "bottom of the sky." Your home, your family, your traditions, your history, where you feel the most comfortable, the most private part of your personality.5TH HOUSE: Self-expression, creativity, recreation, drama, art, writing, romance, romance and dating, your children or your attitude towards them.6TH HOUSE: How you serve others, your workplace, everyday routine, small pets, your health and how you maintain it, your organization and schedule.DESCENDANT (7th HOUSE): One-on-one partnerships, traits and characteristics you seek in others, business partnerships, marriage, open enemies, competitors, roommates.8TH HOUSE: Intimacy, transformation, how you let certain parts of yourself "die" or "fade away", how you reform, how you restore, the give and take of control.9TH HOUSE: The higher truth, higher-education, travelling to foreign lands, learning about new culture or ways of life, enlightenment, looking at the bigger picture.MEDIUM COELI/MIDHEAVEN (10TH HOUSE): Latin for "middle of the sky." Your aspirations in life, your goals, your career, who you want to be, your reputation, what the public views you as. 11TH HOUSE: Your hopes and dreams, your friends, your acquaintances, how you network, humanitarian concerns, philanthropy, ideals you seek to live by.12TH HOUSE: Your secret motives, your hidden agendas, self-sacrifice, co-dependence, serving others, healing, hidden knowledge, hidden personality, spirituality.

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basics

signs

aries

characteristics: optimistic, energetic, aggressive

element: fire

modality: cardinal

sister sign: libra

ruled by: mars

rules: first house

taurus

characteristics: sensual, stubborn, realistic

element: earth

modality: fixed

sister sign: scorpio

ruled by: venus

rules: second house

gemini

characteristics: talkative, witty, adaptable

element: air

modality: mutable

sister sign: sagittarius

ruled by: mercury

rules: third house

cancer

characteristics: nurturing, intuitive, emotional

element: water

modality: cardinal

sister sign: capricorn

ruled by: the moon

rules: fourth house

leo

characteristics: protective, generous, prideful

element: fire

modality: fixed

sister sign: aquarius

ruled by: the sun

rules: fifth house

virgo

characteristics: critical, organized, shy

element: earth

modality: mutable

sister sign: pisces

ruled by: mercury

rules: sixth house

libra

characteristics: polite, oblivious, fair

element: air

modality: cardinal

sister sign: aries

ruled by: venus

rules: seventh house

scorpio

characteristics: powerful, secretive, jealous

element: water

modality: fixed

sister sign: taurus

ruled by: pluto

rules: eighth house

sagittarius

characteristics: adventurous, funny, impatient

element: fire

modality: mutable

sister sign: gemini

ruled by: jupiter

rules: ninth house

capricorn

characteristics: responsible, independent, unimaginative

element: earth

modality: cardinal

sister sign: cancer

ruled by: saturn

rules: tenth house

aquarius

characteristics: creative, rebellious, eccentric

element: air

modality: fixed

sister sign: leo

ruled by: uranus

rules: eleventh house

pisces

characteristics: imaginative, selfless, sensitive

element: water

modality: mutable

sister sign: virgo

ruled by: neptune

rules: twelfth house

modalities

cardinal

characteristic: initiating 

signs: aries, cancer, libra, capricorn

fixed

characteristic: sustaining

signs: taurus, leo, scorpio, aquarius

mutable

characteristic: changing

signs: gemini, virgo, sagittarius, pisces

elements

fire

characteristics: action-oriented, creative

signs: aries, leo, sagittarius

earth

characteristics: stable, practicle

signs: taurus, virgo, capricorn

air

characteristics: intellectual, unpredictable

signs: gemini, libra, aquarius

water

characteristics: psychic, sensitive

signs: cancer, scorpio, pisces

planets

sun: personality, ego

moon: emotions, behavior patterns

mercury: communication, thoughts

venus: beauty, love, female

mars: aggression, vitality, male

jupiter: growth, luck, charity

saturn: boundaries, responsibilities

uranus: rebellion, change

neptune: dreams, imagination

pluto: obsession, power

houses

first house: self, individual (rising/ascendant)

second house: possessions

third house: communication

fourth house: home

fifth house: creativity, fun

sixth house: schedules, health

seventh house: partnerships

eighth house: transformation, death

ninth house: adventure, growth

tenth house: public image, career (midheaven)

eleventh house: friends, social justice

twelfth house: imagination, endings

major aspects

sextile

degree: 60°

polarity: positive

indicates: harmony, natural talents 

trine

degree: 120°

polarity: positive

indicates: luck, oppurtunity, creativity

conjunct

degree: 0°

polarity: neutral

indicates: blend, two energies working as one

opposition

degree: 180°

polarity: negative

indicates: tension, energies compete for center stage

square

degree: 90°

polarity: negative

indicates: conflict, challenges

asteroids

chiron

keywords: healing, wounds

ceres

keywords: cooking, nuturing, parenting

pallas athena

keywords: creativity, justice, talents

juno

keywords: soulmates, marriage, commitment

vesta

keywords: pure, perfection, insecurities

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Backyard Healing: Lavender

Lavandula officinalis 

This herb is a common herb found in many gardens. The flower itself is beautiful with a pleasant fragrance commonly used in relaxation techniques.

Benefits

Health

healing

Spiritual

Incense 

Used Within

Oil

Food

Tea

Physical Uses 

Headache or migraine

Acne or troubled skin 

Fatigue is the most common healing property of lavender 

Ease pain

Help reduce infection (viral, bacterial, or fungal)

Calm, overcome shock

Reduce stress

Promote sleep

Overcome depression and anxiety

Insect repellant 

Calm convulsions and spasms of any kind

Skin conditions, assesses, acne, allergies, athlete’s foot, boils, bruises, burns, dandruff, dermatitis, eczema, inflammations, insect bites and stings, lice, psoriasis, ringworm, scabies, sores, spots, sunburn, and minor wounds

Earaches 

Muscle aches and pains

Respiratory conditions 

Digestive issues

Healthy menstruation stimulation 

Spiritual Uses

Sleep and healing spells

Peace and love promoting 

Associated with longevity 

Protection and cleansing 

Essential Oil Usage

The following is based on the Améo Essential Oils, a clinical grade oil. This brand of oil has a proven cell activity level, proven cell permeability, and Cetri-5 endorsed. You should always use 100% pure essential oil before using on your body. Contact a certified homeopathic practitioner for more information. 

Blending: The ratio 50:50, for example, means use 50% essential oil, 50% carrier oil. The ratio 5:95, for example, means 5% essential oil, 95% carrier oil. 

Lavender essential oil blends well with bergamot, clary sage, clove, cinnamon, citronella, cypress, thyme, patchouli, rosemary, and other citrus oils.  

To help ease pain, help reduce some type of viral, bacterial, or fungal infection, or heal a minor wound, apply undiluted topically. 

To calm, overcome shock, reduce stress, overcome depression, promote sleep, and over come anxiety, emotional exhaustion, or restlessness, diffuse 20 drops of oil twice daily. You can also apply undiluted topically just under the sternum on the chest, the forehead, around the nose, and on the temples. 

For insect repellent, put 20 drops in water, shake, and spray 

To calm convulsions and spasms of all kinds such as muscle, digestion, respiratory, etc; diffuse 20 drops. You may also massage with a 50:50 blend using a carrier oil (such as coconut oil), or take an aromatic bath/ foot soak with 10-15 drops of lavender in one cup of Epsom Salts. 

You can use lavender to deodorize surfaces, rooms, or yourself

For skin conditions, abscesses, acne, allergies, athlete’s foot, boils, bruises, burns, dandruff, dermatitis, eczema, inflammations, insect bites and stings, insect repellent, lice, psoriasis, ringworm, scabies, sores, spots, sunburn, and minor wounds: apply undiluted to small areas or diluted 50:50 with a carrier oil to larger areas 

For an earache, apply undiluted on the outer ear

For lumbago, muscle aches and pains, rheumatism, and sprains: create 50:50 massage blend of lavender with a carrier oil, and apply to affected area

For respiratory conditions: asthma, bronchitis, excess mucous, bad breath, laryngitis, throat infections, and whooping cough: create a 50:50 blend with carrier oil and apply/massage to affected area. You can also take a hot bath with 10-15 drops of lavender in one cup of Epsom Salts. Also, diffuse 20 drops twice daily

For digestive issues: abdominal cramps, colic, gas, or nausea: take 50:50 blend of lavender and carrier oil in a capsule once a day with food. You can also massage a 50:50 dilution with a carrier oil onto the lower abdomen

To stimulate healthy menstruation or reduce menstrual pain, massage 50:50 with a carrier oil onto the lower abdomen 

To decrease painful headaches, migraines, nervous tension, and stress related conditions, diffuse 20 drops twice daily. Also, use a 50:50 blend with a carrier oil and massage face, forehead, back of neck, and back.

To overcome shock or vertigo: diffuse 20 drops of lavender twice daily. Also use a 50:50 blend with carrier oil to massage temples, forehead, and back of neck. Apply a cool, damp cloth over the lavender to help it penetrate. For use on the face, dilute a ratio of 5:95 lavender with a carrier oil. 

(Pénoël, 2014)

Note: There are certain types of sedatives or sedative antidepressants that could interact with lavender products, and cause overdrowiness. you should discuss with your medical practitioner before using lavender if you take any drugs such as these (Robbins & Bedell, 2017). 

Sources:

Pénoël, Daniel, Dr, comp. Integrated Guide to Essential Oils & Aromatherapy. 1st ed. N.p.: n.p., 2014. Print.

Robbins, Shawn, and Charity Bedell. The Good Witch’s Guide. New York: Sterling Ethos, 2017. Print.

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The Luminaries and Planets in Astrology

Each luminary and each planet in astrology affects different parts of our personality. By this point, we understand the 12 archetypes, but now we must be aware of what these celestial bodies mean in the first place when a sign is placed there.

The Sun Ruler of Leo, the Sun represents the Self. It is representative of our strength, will, vitality, ego and our basic personality. The Sun, in our charts, represents who we are at our very best.

The Moon Ruler of Cancer, the Moon represents the Personal/True Self. It is representative of our emotions, our soul, instinct and intuition and who we truly are internally. The Moon, in our charts, represents the deepest part of us.

Mercury Ruler of both Gemini and Virgo, Mercury represents the Mind. It is representative of our intellect and how we communicate and mentally process things on a day-to-day basis. Mercury, in our charts, represents how we communicate and interact everyday.

Venus Ruler of both Taurus and Libra, Venus represents Attraction. It is representative of love, money, friendships, relationships and what we find beautiful. Venus, in our charts, represents who and what we are attracted to and how we go about obtaining it.

Mars Ruler of Aries, Mars represents Willpower. It is representative of stamina, anger, sex and what stimulates our physical energy. Mars, in our charts, shows what/how we put our energy to use.

Jupiter Ruler of Sagittarius, Jupiter represents Expansion. It is representative of optimism, growth, luck and wisdom. Jupiter, in our charts, represents what we should follow in order to attract happiness and good karma in our lives.

Saturn Ruler of Capricorn, Saturn represents Discipline. It is representative of boundaries, fears, responsibilities and karma. Saturn, in our charts, teaches us lessons to help us grow.

Uranus Ruler of Aquarius, Uranus represents Freedom. It is representative of change, originality and progressiveness. Uranus, in our charts, shows where we go against order or tradition.

Neptune Ruler of Pisces, Neptune represents Illusion. It is representative of spirituality, deception and intuition. Neptune, in our charts, shows where we fall into delusion eventually resulting in heightened awareness.

Pluto Ruler of Scorpio, Pluto represents Transformation. It is representative of spiritual growth, rebirth and renewal and change. Pluto, in our charts, represents where we will find for a deeper truth or meaning and what we will destroy and eventually create and give life to.

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