Astrology Bytes With Theresa Reed

Episode 113. Neptune is dreamy and idealistic. Aspects to Neptune in the natal chart - as well as the house and sign position - tell you a lot about the intuitive, creative influences in your life. A positive aspect to your natal Neptune could indicate creative genius or clairvoyance. The shadow side of Neptune aspects are illusion, deception, and escapism. If Neptune is negatively aspected, it could indicate someone who is not in touch with reality or who may be prone to addictive tendencies.  

Episode 112. An aspect refers to the angles planets make to each other in the horoscope. They are measured by mathematical angles, which means you need to know a bit about geometry. I’ve talked about aspects in previous episodes so please go back and listen to learn more. Aspects to Uranus can show where you’re original, eccentric, intuitive, and rebellious. Depending on the houses and signs, it can also indicate where dramatic changes could happen as well as where you might find freedom. If Uranus is negatively aspected, it can create erratic energy as in the fool who doesn’t look before they leap.

Episode 111. When planets make aspects to Saturn in your natal chart, it can indicate how you deal with discipline or structure. Depending on the aspect, it can amplify ambition and create a sense of wanting to contribute something meaningful..or it can indicate an unwillingness to do the work. In some cases, a poorly aspected Saturn could indicate someone who lacks discipline or is too controlling.

Episode 110. When planets make aspects to Jupiter in your natal chart, it can show how you expand. Keep in mind that Jupiter is one of the social planets so the expansion is based on the cooperation of others. That cooperation can come through shared spiritual beliefs, philosophic attitudes, or ethics. A well-aspected Jupiter could indicate someone who contributes to society in a positive manner and has their goals supported. A well-aspected Jupiter could also show where you’re lucky and could also add an enthusiastic, optimistic, jovial side to your personality. A poorly aspected Jupiter could indicate someone who is hypocritical or has trouble finding their place in the social structures. In some cases, a poorly aspected Jupiter could indicate excess, indulgence, or a tendency to take things for granted.

Episode 109. When planets make aspects to Mars in the natal chart, it can impact the way your express aggression or the way you take action. It can also have something to say about how you lead as well as your drive or ambitions. For example, a poorly aspected Mars might indicate someone who acts rashly and has an ill temper. A well-aspected Mars could signify a person that is an inspiring leader or who pursues their goals with enthusiasm. 

Episode 108. When planets make aspects to Venus in the natal chart, it can impact relationships, how you express love, your creativity, as well as how you express your romantic feelings. It can also impact your capacity to create beauty and harmony as well as material prosperity. A well-aspected Venus could indicate a person who functions well in relationships, has creative talents or is able to attract the good things in life. A poorly aspected Venus could indicate problems around expressing romantic feelings or creative skills as well as possible relationship or social issues that will need to be worked on. I've got Venus sextile Uranus in my chart - which can bring unusual relationships into my life - or romantic relationships with friends. My husband and I were friends for five years before we became romantically involved. So there ya go!

Episode 107. When planets make aspects to Mercury in your natal chart, it can impact your thinking, and give clues as to what kind of mind you have. It can also affect how well you communicate or don’t. Remember that Mercury is rather neutral on its own. Where it sits in the natal chart and the planetary aspects will determine how it operates. A well-aspected Mercury can indicate someone with a fine, focused mind who is able to achieve success while a poorly aspected Mercury could indicate someone who has trouble with school or expressing their ideas. Learn more in this quick lesson!

Episode 106. "The 12th house needs a makeover," says Aliza Rose of The Business Mystic. I couldn't agree more. So many astrology books call this the "house of self-undoing," and connect it to prisons, karma, and institutions. Aliza Rose sees it differently. She views the 12th house as a superpower, a place of strength. Learn how you can turn this house upside-down and find your hidden power too.

Episode 105. (Recap: An aspect refers to the angles planets make to each other in the horoscope. They are measured by mathematical angles, which means you need to know a bit about geometry. I’ve talked about aspects in previous episodes so please go back and listen to learn more.) When planets make aspects to the Moon in your natal chart, it can affect your emotions, unconscious mind, habit patterns of the past, relationships with your mother, how you relate to women, and your parenting abilities. If your Moon is well aspected, you may be an exceptional parent or someone who has a centered emotional disposition. A poorly aspected Moon could indicate trouble expressing your feelings or a difficult relationship with your mother. Learn more in this fast 'n furious episode!

Episode 104: Finding Your Life Purpose in Astrology with Ruth Connell When people come to an astrologer, it's not just to find out about the future. They want to learn about themselves and their life purpose. Astrology can give clues to what you're here to do (hint: it's not always about vocation). There are a few markers to explore, namely the Sun, Lunar Nodes, and Midheaven. These three can indicate your reason for being here. But can your life purpose change? Absolutely. While some may seem to have a singular life mission, the planets are always moving and that can bring new avenues to explore. Transits show what's currently happening and how it may impact our destiny while the progressed chart indicates how you're evolving. In other words, as you continue through life's journey, you're always growing and changing. Astrology shows how this all plays out. In this special episode of Astrology Bytes, I'm joined by Supernatural actress Ruth Connell, to talk about finding life purpose in the astrological char

Episode 103. An aspect refers to the angles planets make to each other in the horoscope. They are measured by mathematical angles, which means you need to know a bit about geometry. I’ve talked about aspects in previous episodes so please go back and listen to learn more. When planets make aspects to the Sun in your natal chart, it can affect your selfhood and willpower. For example, if you have the Sun at a positive angle with Pluto, it can indicate that you are able to stand firmly in your power and might be a leader. If the Sun is in a challenging aspect to Pluto, you may be a person who is timid - or has a tendency to abuse your power. Aspects to the Sun can give a clue about your energy and courage. If your chart is well aspected but your Sun is weak, it can make it difficult to rise to your potential. In that case, you may have to work extra hard to grab those opportunities.

Episode 102. If you've been studying astrology for any time, you know that the Moon impacts your personality, namely your emotional world. But did you know that the phases of the Moon you're born under have something to say about you too? For example, I'm born near an eclipse - which amplifies my intense Scorpio Moon. The current transits of the Moon also can create an impact based on your lunar phase. Curious? Listen in as Sarah Faith Gottesdiener joins me to share her wisdom on Lunar Types. You'll learn about the various phases of la Luna, the effect it has on your persona, and how current transits affect your "lunar type." Sarah is such an amazing teacher - I learned so much! Tune in and lunar on! The website mentioned in this episode is NASA Skycal. Psst...check out Sarah's upcoming class Moonbeaming 2020. Pre-order her book: The Moon Book: Lunar Magic to Change Your Life.

Episode 101. Back when I started studying astrology, the books available were from a heteronormative perspective. There were little if any, books that spoke to the LGBTQ+ audience. But times are changing and authors like Colin Bedell are giving astrology an update. In Queer Cosmos: The Astrology of Queer Identities & Relationships, Colin delivers a fresh, empowering astrology book for the LGBTQ+ community. He joins me today to talk about his book, astrology from an LBGTQ+ perspective, compatibility, issues around shame, and so much more. Listen in to our soulful and sometimes funny conversation and learn why I think his book belongs on EVERY astrologer's shelf. (Psst...get the book.)

Episode 100: The Imum Coeli or Nadir. The Imum Coeli which is Latin for “bottom of the sky or lowest point” is also known as the IC or Nadir. It’s where the Sun was at the lowest point at midnight. This is the point on the cusp of the fourth house in the astrological chart. (It’s reversed in the southern hemisphere.) The IC represents your private self, and your root or home base. It symbolizes where you’re coming from while the Midheaven, which is opposite the IC, represents your public life, reputation, career, and where you’re going. If your Imum Coeli was Cancer, you may have a strong connection to your family and mother, while someone with Aquarius on the fourth house cusp may come from an eccentric background - and might be distant from their family. 

Episode 99. The Descendant is the cusp of the seventh house of the astrology chart. It’s easy to find. This point is directly opposite your ascendant. So if your rising sign is Taurus, your Descendant will be Scorpio. While your Ascendant shows the face you present to the public, the Descendant gives a clue as to how you operate in relationships. The sign on the cusp of the seventh house can also represent what type of people you are attracted to and how you might start a romantic relationship. Keep in mind, the Descendant and seventh house aren’t just about romance - it can symbolize all of our important partnerships, including business.

Episode 98. A stellium occurs when there are three or more planets in a single sign or house. When it happens, it puts a lot of focus on traits associated with that sign or house - and it also emphasizes the areas that house rules. For example, if you have the Moon, Mercury, and Venus sitting in your 4th house in the sign of Taurus, you’ll approach 4th house matters like a Taurus. This means you’ll be the warm nurturing earth-mother type who loves to create a cozy nest surrounded by things that make you and the people you love feel secure. You might even be possessive about your family but you’ll see that as protective. Learn more in this little lesson.

Episode 97. Cazimi occurs when a planet is in a tight conjunction with the Sun - within 17 minutes of the arc. In other words, the planets need to be as close to exact as possible. Astrologers will say that a Cazimi planet is “in the heart of the Sun.” Cazimi gives the planet strength or superpowers. It amplifies the energy. Learn more in this short episode.

Episode 96. You know what aspects are. They're the angles the planets make to each other and can impact how they interact. For example, two planets that are 90º apart are in a square - and this indicates tension. So what are astrologers talking about when they mention applying and separating aspects? An aspect is applying when the faster-moving planet is heading toward the slower-moving planet and closing in toward the exact orb. It's intense. I liken it to "crowning" - the period before the baby is born. You can feel it, you know it's coming, and you have to brace yourself. It's the buildup before the grand finale.  For applying aspects, the tendencies are magnified.  Separating aspects occur when the faster-moving planet is moving away from the exact orb of the aspect made to that slower-moving planet. The energy here is like the birth has happened, now we're adjusting to our new life, and perhaps feel a sense of relief. Learn more in this short episode.

Episode 95. After a year spent frolicking in Sagittarius, Jupiter slipped into Capricorn on December 2nd. This is a less "fun" transit because Jupiter is in its fall when moving through Capricorn (it's in its rulership when hanging out in Sagittarius). So what does this mean?  For one: it can be a strong time for business expansion. But as RuPaul says: "You better work." In other words, the rewards are there for those who are willing to do the work. There's more. Listen in to this tutorial and get the scoop. As always, my goal is to help you be prepared, not scared.

Episode 94. I am a huge fan of setting New Moon intentions. It's a practice I've been doing for years - and I swear by it! I began perfecting my intention setting with a book called New Moon Astrology by Jan Spiller. Recently, I received a Wish Beads bracelet from Alexa Fischer. Alexa is a master at goal-setting and wish-creating so I thought it would be fun to talk about setting intentions with her. Listen in on our conversation and learn how you can create strong, positive intentions around the New Moon (or any time). The other book mentioned in this episode is The Magical Writing Grimoire: Use the Word as Your Wand for Magic, Manifestation & Ritual by Lisa Marie Basile.