Astrologers Katie Sloan and Dena DeCastro share personal stories that serve to bring astrological concepts down to earth. They will offer strategies for using astrological wisdom that will empower you as well. Avoiding prediction and jargon, they aim to make the connection between astrology and real life.
Katie and Dena discuss how astrology can be used to benefit our health. They offer different strategies for dealing with health questions from clients as astrologers and share specific techniques for…
Katie and Dena do a reading of Venus in each of the twelve signs. They discuss the relationship needs of each Venus sign, as well as the shadow expression. They also make recommendations for how to f…
Referenced in this Episode:
Tony Howard's Article: Mars Out of Bounds - More than Anger
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Katie and Dena talk about the current Venus Retrograde in Leo (July 22 - September 3). They discuss how the Leo themes of play and romance will be at the forefront. It is a time to reconnect in our c…
Dena and Katie talk about the themes of the transiting nodes as they shift into Aries (north node) and Libra (south node). They talk about how it will affect each of us, especially in regards to our …
Katie and Dena talk about Progressed Lunar Returns. The Progressed Lunar Return occurs for everyone at about ages 27, 54, and 81. They discuss the importance of letting the heart lead the way during …
Katie and Dena talk about trines and sextiles in the natal chart. They explore the ups and downs of soft aspects (there is a light and shadow to everything!) Katie shares about the challenges and plu…
Katie and Dena review Mercury Retrograde in Taurus and its epiphanies. Dena shares a big insight from a recurring dream. Katie shares some exciting news. They also reflect on the power of going into …
Katie and Dena talk about Jupiter's upcoming time in Taurus (5/16/23 - 5/26/24). They note that there is an earth sign theme this year with all Mercury Retrogrades in earth signs. They talk about how…
Katie and Dena talk about Saturn in Pisces. Saturn entered Pisces on March 7, 2023 and will be there for 2 1/2 years (exact dates below). They discussed the positive potentials such as: developing a …
Katie and Dena get real about what it takes to be an astrologer. They discuss practical considerations such as money and how much time and energy you are willing and able to give. They each share the…
Dena and Katie share the top 5 things that beginners can do to understand their own natal charts.
Mentioned in this episode:
Dena’s new astrology book:
Katie and Dena wrap up the Shadow Series with the Pisces Shadow. They talk about the shadow archetypes: The Flake, The Spiritual By-Passer, The Victim, and The Escapist. They explore how cults are on…
Katie and Dena take on squares and oppositions in the natal chart. These challenging aspects can create friction and tension, but they also push us to grown. Katie shares what she's learned from ever…
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Aqua…
Dates for the top three astrological events of 2023:
-Pluto enters Aquarius: March 23-June 11 (and re-enters Aquarius in January 2024)
-Saturn enters Pisces: March 7-May 2025
-Jupiter enters Taurus: May…
Questions for reflection:
What areas of my life currently feel dry, unfulfilled, robotic?
What have I done to contribute to this state?
What are three things I can do daily to be more tender with mysel…
What fears trigger the shadow behaviors of Sagittarius?
Fear of being confined or trapped
Fear of not being recognized
Fear of not knowing or not having the answers
Journaling or Questions for reflection…
Questions for reflection for integrating the medicine of the polarity:
What are three simple things I can do to bring more stability to an area of my life that feels chaotic?
What are three ways that I…
Mars Retrograde dates:
Mars stations retrograde - October 30, 2022
Mars stations direct - January 12, 2023
Mars enters the pre-shadow - September 3, 2022
Mars exits the post-shadow - March 15, 2023
Mars i…