March 2023 Vedic Astrology Planet Transits

You’ve probably being seeing internet photos of the “alignment” of benefic planets Jupiter and Venus. However, in Vedic Astrology they are in what’s termed a “planetary war,” which is not a positive situation. They are at the exact same degree today. The planetary war began when Venus reached the point of just one degree away from Jupiter, in its approach. This condition will continue until Venus moves to the one degree past Jupiter’s location. The victorious planet will gain in strength and the vanquished planet will lose its significance or they will be considerably diminished. Jupiter loses this war to Venus. In addition, Mercury and Saturn are ALSO in a planetary war at this time, which Mercury loses! This year, these two situations represent the real “March comes in like a Lion” scenario.

March 5, 2023 – Saturn gets out of combustion. It has been traveling too close to its enemy, the Sun. When Saturn is combust, there may be a tendency to feel under pressure and over-burdened. This is especially true for those signs ruled by Saturn, which are Capricorn and Aquarius. So it will be a big relief once the Sun moves far enough away from Saturn, which is otherwise happy in its own sign of Aquarius now.

March 7, 2023 – Full Moon will occur in the outgoing, dramatic, and magnanimous sign of Leo, and in a creative, passionate, and fortunate nakshatra. Those with Leo Rising or Moon signs may feel more emotional than usual. Enjoy this bright Moon in your sign, Leos!

March 11, 2023 – VENUS enters the fire sign Aries. This brings love, partnership and money to those with Aries Ascendants or Moon signs. It increase expenses for the Taureans, as the ruler of their charts now enters their 12th house of loss and expenses. For Libras, also ruled by Venus, it is a positive transit through their 7th house of partners, business and travel.

March 12, 2023 – MARS moves into Gemini, finally leaving earth sign Taurus, after so many months there, due to a long retrograde period. The signs ruled by Mars are Aries and Scorpio. This new transit will inspire greater creative efforts in our Aries friends, while for Scorpios, Mars will be entering their 8th house of battles and disunion, transformation and vulnerability, so it is not as positive of a transit for them. Mars stays in this position until May 10th. Geminis should experience a burst of energy and ambition, but will need to watch for restlessness, temper and impatience.

March 14, 2023 – The SUN moves into Pisces. So for the next month, the ruler of Leo Rising and Moon charts will be in their 8th house of transformation, vulnerability, battles and disunion. Try to ride the wave of changes, Leos, and choose your battles carefully. Try not to take things personally to avoid over-reacting to situations beyond your control.

March 15, 2023 – MERCURY enters Pisces, joining closely on the Sun’s heels, meaning it will be in a state of combustion, which it will not get out of until March 31st. Plus, Pisces is the sign of Debilitation of Mercury. So it’s a good idea to focus on clear communication and tactfulness. With all that being said, at least this sign represents good houses for those ruled by Mercury, Virgos and Geminis.

March 27, 2023 – JUPITER goes combust the Sun. These two planets are friends, but the great benefic Jupiter will not enjoy the irritation of traveling too close to the Sun. It stays combust until April 26. We can’t expect Jupiter to be at its best during this time. Those who will feel it the most are Sagitarians and Pisceans, who are ruled by this great planet.

March 31, 2023 – MERCURY goes non-combust the Sun, which is good news. It also moves into the sign of Aries today. Geminis will enjoy this transit of their 11th house of income, gain and fulfillment of desire. For the other sign ruled by Mercury, Virgo, this sign represents their 8th house. They may feel some vulnerability and have to really think on their feet, handling all the changes coming their way. Mercury will remain in their position until June 7th, due to an upcoming retrograde period.

Please contact me if you would like to have a reading, to see what’s ahead for you in your own Vedic birth chart. All the best from the Sunshine Corner, here in Boulder, CO.  Tel: 720-448-3742.  Your referrals are appreciated; thank you!  Services I offer include: natal chart readings, yearly updates, couples compatibility or astrocartography (location) readings.  If you would like to book an appointment for yourself, or as a gift for someone, please call me, and we can schedule a 90 minutes session, which you are welcomed to record.   http://www.vedicstarcharts.com Mary Stevenson, Vedic Astrologer,  healingevents@yahoo.com

February 2023 Vedic Astrology Planet Transits

2/05/23 – The Full Moon in Cancer, its own sign, starts the month off with emotions at their height. You may also be craving the comforts of home at this time. Enjoy the fullness of your own feelings.

2/06/23 – MERCURY moves into Capricorn where it will remain until 2/27/23. Here it is in a friend’s sign. Virgos benefit from the transit of the 5th house from their Rising Sign, by the ruler of their chart. Education, teaching, connection with children are highlighted for them during this time. This is not as beneficial a transit for the other sign ruled by Mercury, Gemini, as Capricorn represents their 8th house of Transformation, vulnerability, battles and disunion. Try to hang in there during the challenges!

2/12/2023 – The SUN enters Aquarius. Here it joins Saturn, considered its enemy, and this is Saturn’s own sign, so it is powerful. Saturn will be combust the Sun until 3/05/23. That hinders Saturn’s ability to deliver the positive qualities that are represented by this humanitarian sign. Both Leos (ruled by the Sun) and Aquarians will feel better once the Sun moves into Pisces on 3/14/23. Capricorns, also ruled by Saturn, will feel relief as well.

2/15/23 – VENUS, the great benefic, moves into the sign of Pisces, where it has exalted status. It remains in this favorable position until 3/11/23. Those who benefit the most: Taureans, as this is the ruler of their chart, and it will be crossing their 11th house of gain, income and fulfillment of desire. Those with Pisces Rising or Moon charts – Venus represents their 3rd house, so they will be very eager for creative projects. It also rules their 8th house which can bring some changes and feelings of vulnerability. Venus also rules Libra, but this not a positive transit for our Libra friends, since Pisces is their 6th house of stress, worry, obstacles, enemies, rivals and competitors.

2/27/23 – MERCURY gets out of combustion. It also now moves into Aquarius. This is a positive transit for both signs governed by Mercury, which are Gemini and Virgo. Aquarians may become more talkative now, as communication becomes more important to them. Good luck comes to the Geminis, and the Virgos will enjoy positive energy in their business endeavors, and with partners.

Please contact me if you would like to have a reading, to see what’s ahead for you in your own Vedic birth chart. All the best from the Sunshine Corner, here in Boulder, CO.  Tel: 720-448-3742.  Your referrals are appreciated; thank you!  Services I offer include: natal chart readings, yearly updates, couples compatibility or astrocartography (location) readings.  If you would like to book an appointment for yourself, or as a gift for someone, please call me, and we can schedule a 90 minutes session, which you are welcomed to record.   http://www.vedicstarcharts.com Mary Stevenson, Vedic Astrologer,  healingevents@yahoo.com

NEW YEAR 2023 Planet Transits

Happy New Year, Everyone! I’m sure you noticed that I did not get a November or December blog posted. That was due to dealing with health issues. But with the new year coming in, I will get the main points posted here, for the important planet changes coming up for January.

As you may know, MERCURY went Retrograde on 12/29/22. This often challenging period can lead to crossed wires of communication, affecting also any communication equipment, and delays may occur, especially for those with Virgo and Gemini Rising or Moon signs. It lasts until 1/18/23.

MERCURY was in Capricorn, but backs up into Sagittarius on 12/30/22. Mercury moves back into Capricorn on 2/06/23. While in Sagittarius, this represents good houses for both signs ruled by Mercury. For Virgos, it is their 4th house of home, confidence, friends and supporters, plus vehicles and real estate. For Geminis, it is their 7th house of partners and business. Once Mercury moves back into Capricorn, that is still good news for Virgos, as this is their 5th house of success, learning, teaching and children. But for Geminis, Capricorn is their 8th house of transformation, vulnerability, battles and disunion, so not as comfortable.

1/01 – 1/12/23 MERCURY will be combust the Sun, which will dampen communications. Let us be mindful of the need for tactfulness and diplomacy, which Mercury normally provides. During this period, Geminis and Virgos will feel the pressure the most, especially with the ruler of their charts also being in Retrograde status during this time.

1/12/23 – MARS goes Direct! Mars has been retrograde for a very long time, since 10/30/22, which is why it has remained in the sign of Taurus for so long. The Signs ruled by Mars are Aries and Scorpio. Those who have these Ascendants or Moon signs will now get a sense of some forward movement in their life and affairs. Mars will still remain in Taurus until 3/12/23, when it moves into the next sign, Gemini.

1/17/23 SATURN MOVES INTO AQUARIUS! This sign is ruled by Saturn, just as Capricorn is, where Saturn has been transiting for a while. The Aquarian energy will bring some relief and aid the more humanitarian influences of that sign to be enhanced for society, as well as for those with Aquarian Rising or Moon signs.

1/22/23 VENUS enters Aquarius, joining its friend Saturn there. Venus will remain in this sign until 2/15/23. This is a good placement for those with Taurus Rising or Moon signs, as it is their 10th house of action, career, name and fame. Things should go their way for the most part during this transit. Libras are also ruled by Venus, and should enjoy this 5th house transit, that connects them to children, learning, teaching, success and romance.

1/30/23 – SATURN goes Combust the Sun. The Sun and Saturn are “enemies” in the first place. Saturn does not like the bright, fiery rays of the Sun singeing its feathers, so to speak. Combustion makes a planet grumpy, grouchy and not able to perform at its best. So those ruled by Saturn, Capricorns and Aquarians, will feel this intensity the most, causing some restlessness and inner turmoil. Saturn gets out of combustion on 3/05/23.

Please contact me if you would like to have a reading, to see what’s ahead for you in your own Vedic birth chart. All the best from the Sunshine Corner, here in Boulder, CO.  Tel: 720-448-3742.  Your referrals are appreciated; thank you!  Services I offer include: natal chart readings, yearly updates, couples compatibility or astrocartography (location) readings.  If you would like to book an appointment for yourself, or as a gift for someone, please call me, and we can schedule a 90 minutes session, which you are welcomed to record.   http://www.vedicstarcharts.com Mary Stevenson, Vedic Astrologer,  healingevents@yahoo.com

September 2022 Planet Transits

It’s time to check in on the Vedic Astrology planet movements for September, keeping in mind that this ancient system uses the Sidereal Zodiac. We are in for another MERCURY RETROGRADE period 9/09 until 10/02/22.

9/09/22 – MERCURY goes Retrograde until 10/02/22. But this time we are a bit lucky as it occurs in its own sign of Virgo, where it is in its sign of Exaltation in the middle degrees of that Earth sign, where it will be as the retrograde period begins. I expect that communications may not be so impacted as they typically are when retrogrades occur in other than the two signs owned by this planet of communications, diplomacy, tactfulness, intellect and commerce, Virgo and Gemini. We will then have THREE planets in retrograde status, including Saturn and Jupiter.

9/14/22 – VENUS goes combust the Sun, so its normally upbeat qualities may feel overshadowed. This period lasts all the way to 12/01/22! When a planet transits too close to the Sun, those ruled by it can feel more edgy or irritable or easier to anger than usual. Both Taurus and Libra are ruled by Venus.

9/16/22 – MERCURY goes combust the Sun. just until 9/29/22, so Geminis and Virgos, ruled by Mercury may feel much the same as those ruled by Venus, during this brief period, keeping in mind Mercury will also be in retrograde, so certain conditions in the lives of those ruled by Mercury may have the “appearance of going backwards,” or at least on hold and not moving forward as quickly as they would wish. Communication in general does not flow as easily for everyone, during these periods.

9/24/22 – VENUS enters Virgo, its sign of Debilitation, and will remain there until 10/18/22. For Taurus Rising or Moon sign charts, this is their 5th house of learning, teaching, children, romance and success in worldly projects, so that is a decent transit for them despite the weaker status of debilitation for their ruling planet. However for the Libra Rising or Moon sign folks, Virgo is their 12th house of loss, expenses, isolation or solitude, so that is not as beneficial a period for them.

NEXT MONTH PREVIEW: Looks like a very active and significant month of planet changes, with Saturn finally going Direct motion on 10/22/22, a partial Solar Eclipse on 10/25/22 (though not visible in North America), and Mars going Retrograde on 10/30/22.

Please contact me if you would like to have a reading, to see what’s ahead for you in your own Vedic birth chart. All the best from the Sunshine Corner, here in Boulder, CO.  Tel: 720-448-3742.  Your referrals are appreciated; thank you!  Services I offer include: natal chart readings, yearly updates, couples compatibility or astrocartography (location) readings.  If you would like to book an appointment for yourself, or as a gift for someone, please call me, and we can schedule a 90 minutes session, which you are welcomed to record.   http://www.vedicstarcharts.com Mary Stevenson, Vedic Astrologer,  healingevents@yahoo.com

August, 2022 Vedic Astrology Planet Transits`

The exciting planet changes of August 2022 are upon us! We have gotten beyond the recent event of Jupiter going into Retrograde (actually a good thing, making this great benefic even stronger, in its own sign of Pisces) on 7/28/22, and Mercury getting out of combustion with the Sun on 7/29/2022, which is a big help for clearer communications. TODAY, we have a very strong MARS in its own sign of Aires (a war-like sign and planet) totally conjunct to the exact degree with RAHU, the North Node of the Moon. We’ve seen today that this fiery conjunction spelled curtains for the Al Quada leader hiding in Afghanistan, who was one of the leaders responsible for 9/11. As President Biden stated, America always finds and eliminates those who try to bring harm to our great country and its citizens. Further turmoil may ensue in other global areas, until MARS pulls away from Rahu on 8/10/22 and they no longer are in the same sign.

8/06/22 – VENUS enters water sign Cancer on this date, until 8/31/22, bringing more affection, love, artistic delights plus enjoyable time with friends, for those with Cancer Rising or Moon Signs. Taureans are ruled by Venus, and will enjoy this 3rd house transit. It should be good for getting many projects done, some artistic work as well, and closeness with siblings. Venus also rules Libras. This transit represents their 10th house of action, career, name and fame, so is likewise a boon for Librans.

8/10/22 – MARS enters Taurus. This is helpful in several ways for those with Aries Rising or Moon signs (see above), and includes better energy around finances. For Scorpios, travel may become the focus, or time spent with partners. For Taureans, Mars brings some 12th house energy, so a desire for some seclusion may arise, though your partner will want to be around you, as Mars also rules your 7th house.

8/16/22 – The SUN enters its own sign of LEO, enlivening the natural leadership energy of those with Leo Rising or Moon signs. There’s a revived sense of personal power for our Leo friends, and this placement is good for the government, as well.

7/31/22 – VENUS enters LEO, adding more fun to the Leos’ party. Taureans will enjoy the ruler of their chart passing through the 4th house of home, friends and self confidence. Libras will benefit too, as it is there 11th house of gain and income.

Please contact me if you would like to have a reading, to see what’s ahead for you in your own Vedic birth chart. All the best from the Sunshine Corner, here in Boulder, CO.  Tel: 720-448-3742.  Your referrals are appreciated; thank you!  Services I offer include: natal chart readings, yearly updates, couples compatibility or astrocartography (location) readings.  If you would like to book an appointment for yourself, or as a gift for someone, please call me, and we can schedule a 90 minutes session, which you are welcomed to record.   http://www.vedicstarcharts.com Mary Stevenson, Vedic Astrologer,  healingevents@yahoo.com

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July 2022 Vedic Astrology Planet Transits

It’s that time again!….to look the planets again. July looks to be an exciting month of changes. Let’s dive right in here.

July 1st – MERCURY entered Gemini, its own sign, where it will be strong and happy. This is great news for those with Gemini Rising charts, because Mercury rules their chart and it was staying in their 12th house of loss, expenses, solitude and isolation for a long time, due to a retrograde period in that sign of Taurus. It was in there since April 24. Communication can expand now and much more ease and forward movement will be experienced by our Gemini friends! It is a good transit, too, for Virgos, also ruled by Mercury, as it is now crossing their 10th house of Dharma, action, career, name and fame.

July 4th – Mercury goes combust the Sun, until July 29th. This cycle in which a planet travels too close to the Sun makes a planet grouchy, angry, more reactive than normal.  There are six of these periods for Mercury in 2022, which seems more than usual. Combustion occurs more frequently for Mercury than any other planet, because it habitually travels closer to the Sun.  Nonetheless, you may feel the subtle effects of just being more sensitive or reactive to things you normally would let roll off your back.  Employ techniques to maintain your equilibrium and peace of mind during these cycles.  Mercury rules the skin and nerves, so imbalances may be felt in both these areas now.

July 12th – SATURN backs up into Capricorn, its own sign. Of course, it’s been in Aquarius, also its own sign, since April 28th, 2022. As this slowest-moving planet returns to Earth sign Capricorn, it may bring the opportunity to revisit matters one had thought the door was closed on already. That’s what retrograde periods are good for! Depending on what house Capricorn rules in your birth chart, that will determine the types of experiences that are likely. For those with Capricorn Rising or Moon signs, this transit will cause them to double down on hard work, focus, and having a structure to carry out their well-made plans.

July 12th – VENUS enters Gemini, a friend’s sign, joining Mercury and the Sun there. Creativity is stimulated for our Gemini Rising or Moon sign friends. More playfulness, joy and affection can come through now, courtesy of these three planets. Enjoy!

July 16th – The SUN enters the water sign of Cancer for its one month transit. Cancerians will enjoy closeness with family and improved finances, while Leos, ruled by the Sun, may experience a month of expenses now.

July 16th – Mercury goes into Cancer. Mercury is moving pretty quickly through the zodiac now. This is a good transit for both Geminis and Virgos, ruled by Mercury, for it represents the 2nd house of family, wealth and communication for Geminis, and the 11th house of gain, income and fulfillment of desire for Virgos.

July 28th – JUPITER goes retrograde! This period lasts until November 23, 2022. The good thing about this is that Jupiter is a great benefic (positive planet) representing knowledge, wisdom, good judgment, good luck and good fortune. It will remain in its own sign of Pisces, where it is in high dignity, for the entire retrograde period. This is a blessing, really. When a benefic planet goes retrograde, it gets more powerful to do good. It’s very positive for those with Pisces Rising or Moon signs; also for those with Sagittarius Rising or Moon signs.

July 31st – Mercury moves into Leo, as it continues moving at a rapid pace: Three signs in one month! This planet represents communication, diplomacy, tactfulness and commerce. Those with Leo Rising and Moon signs benefit as Mercury represents “money houses” for them! For Virgos, this is a 12th house transit so watch for expenses and feeling isolated. But this only lasts until August 20th, when Mercury moves into Virgo, its own sign, which will be very beneficial for both our Gemini and Virgo friends.

Please contact me if you would like to have a reading, to see what’s ahead for you in your own Vedic birth chart. All the best from the Sunshine Corner, here in Boulder, CO.  Tel: 720-448-3742.  Your referrals are appreciated; thank you!  Services I offer include: natal chart readings, yearly updates, couples compatibility or astrocartography (location) readings.  If you would like to book an appointment for yourself, or as a gift for someone, please call me, and we can schedule a 90 minutes session, which you are welcomed to record.   http://www.vedicstarcharts.com Mary Stevenson, Vedic Astrologer,  healingevents@yahoo.com

June 2022 Vedic Astrology Planet Transits

6/03/22 – June begins with the happy news that Mercury goes Direct motion this date, getting out of what seem like a very l o n g three weeks of Retrograde status. Communications in general should approve, there will be more flow and fluidity especially for those with Gemini or Virgo Rising or Moon signs. Tactfulness and diplomacy can once more be the norm now. It does seem that June will be an easier month than May was.

6/04/22 – Saturn goes Retrograde today, until 10/22/22. It is currently in its own sign of Aquarius. It will back up into Capricorn (the other sign it owns) on 7/12/22 and remain there until 1/23/23. Either sign’s location is fine for those with Capricorn Rising or Moon signs. In either case, it strengthens their connection to money, family and communication resources. There’s an opportunity to save more, once it does return to Aquarius next January. The role of the working class, and law enforcement become a more pronounced social focus once the Capricorn transit begins on 7/12.

6/15/22 – The Sun enters Gemini for its one month transit. This is a positive transit for Virgos, as this is their 10th house of career, action, name and fame. It could be a successful period for their vocation. For Geminis, having the Sun passing through their first house of self, body, personality and direction of their life, gives energy and a greater sense of personal power. For Leos, ruled by the Sun, Gemini is their 11th house of gain and income, so many of them will enjoy the ability to fulfill their desires now. That, of course, depends on what Dashas they are running (Dashas are one’s personal planetary cycles – which are more powerful than the transits).

6/17/22 – VENUS moves into its own sign of Taurus. It will remain there until 7/12, providing many delightful pleasures for those with Taurus Rising and Moon signs. Venus represents beauty, art, music, desires, partners. Taureans may feel an increased flow of creativity now. Libras are also ruled by Venus. Taurus represents their 8th house so there can be some interesting changes, but they may include feelings of vulnerability for Libras.

6/26/22 – MARS enters Aries, its own sign. The sense of drive, competition and ambition already inherent in most people with Aries Rising and Moon signs, will be enhanced. Mars remains here until 8/10. Scorpios are also ruled by Mars. This transit is their 6th house of stress, worry, enemies, rivals and competitors. Mars here helps them overcome the latter. Just watch out for physically overdoing it, especially be careful of your back, hips and intestines, all ruled by the 6th house.

Please contact me if you would like to have a reading, to see what’s ahead for you in your own Vedic birth chart. All the best from the Sunshine Corner, here in Boulder, CO.  Tel: 720-448-3742.  Your referrals are appreciated; thank you!  Services I offer include: natal chart readings, yearly updates, couples compatibility or astrocartography (location) readings.  If you would like to book an appointment for yourself, or as a gift for someone, please call me, and we can schedule a 90 minutes session, which you are welcomed to record.   http://www.vedicstarcharts.com Mary Stevenson, Vedic Astrologer,  healingevents@yahoo.com

May 2022 Vedic Astrology Planet Transits

What a month ahead! We have four planets in HIGH dignity (the Sun is exalted in Aries; Venus and Jupiter in Pisces, the former exalted and the latter in its own sign; Saturn in its own sign), but Mercury goes retrograde for three weeks on May 10th, and there’s a Total Lunar Eclipse on May 15th. Details below:

Just to review for a moment: Saturn moved into its own sign of Aquarius on the night of April 28th. but here’s the thing – it moves so slowly, it won’t even have time to get out of Sandhi, “the gap” so it could finally experience its full power, before it goes into retrograde motion! The retrograde period begins on June 4th and that continues until October 22nd. That backward direction carries it back into the other sign it owns, Capricorn, on July 12th and it stays there until January 23, 2023. Yes, that is a very long time! But that’s the slow Saturn pace. It would be better if the midterm elections were to occur while Saturn is in Aquarius, but that is not to be. Capricorn is a Earth sign, very practical and pragmatic, plus hard-working. Aquarius is an air sign, signifying humanitarian concerns. During the Retrograde period, Saturn will cause workers to deal with things that had been previously put in motion when it was in that sign before; things that didn’t get wrapped up. Either sign works fine, if you happen to have a Capricorn Ascendant or Moon sign, as those 1st (self/body) and 2nd (wealth/family/speech) houses produce good results for Capricorns. But for Aquarians, here the ruler of their charts backs up into their 12th house of loss, expenses, solitude/isolation, foreign travel, enlightenment. A good time for them to work on spiritual growth.

May 10th – MERCURY goes Retrograde! This condition lasts until June 3rd, and will bring its usual share of communication snafus and some technical difficulties. This time Mercury is in Earth sign Taurus. That’s a good house for Virgos, one of the signs ruled by Mercury, as Taurus is their BEST house (9th) of good luck, good fortune, destiny, dharma, remedies, higher education and pilgrimage. For Geminis, also ruled by Mercury – well, a good time to work on spiritual development, going within through meditation or retreats, as here Mercury is in their 12th house of loss, expenses, isolation, and ….spiritual enlightenment.

May 13th MERCURY goes combust the Sun now, until May 29th. Yes, on top of being Retrograde, it now feels its qualities a bit “burnt up by the Sun” so what can we expect? Even crabbier communications, and a higher than usual level of verbal misunderstandings. Geminis and Virgos especially, be careful of your speech now!

May 14th – The SUN enters Taurus, joining Mercury there. This brings feelings of personal power to those with Taurus Rising or Moon signs, plus they are already feeling communicative with Mercury in their sign. This is a beneficial planet lineup for them, and the Sun here can bring Taureans some good real estate deals or some may decide to acquire a new vehicle. Friends should enjoy being in your company during this one month transit.

May 15th – Total Lunar Eclipse – The total phase of this Blood Moon total lunar eclipse will be visible from across North and South America, plus parts of Europe and Africa. This eclipse occurs in the Air sign Libra, where the Moon is now conjunct with Ketu, the South Node of the Moon, which is trying to swallow it and put out its light, so eclipses are not auspicious and traditional advice is to not look at eclipses or be outside to be exposed to the luminary whose light is being eclipse. Those with Libra Rising or Moon signs may feel more sensitive for a few days before and after this eclipse. The same can be said for those with Cancer Rising or natal Moons, as the Moon rules their charts. They are already the most sensitive sign of the zodiac (I know some Pisceans may argue that point, as they are also a water sign, but I still say Cancer wins by an edge in the sensitivity category).

May 16th – MARS enters Pisces. Here it joins two of the planets in high dignity: Venus who is Exalted here and Jupiter which is in its own sign in Pisces. Party time for those with Pisces Rising or Moon signs! With Mars now conjunct Venus, they will be feeling sexy, as well as blessed by that benefic Jupiter showering them with gifts. Besides, Mars owns their money house (2nd) AND their 9th house of good luck and good fortune, so what’s not to like with this picture? Oh yeah, Venus there COULD make some Pisceans feel a little too self-indulgent. So avoid the substance abuse, please.

May 23 – VENUS moves into Aries. Venus rules the signs of Taurus and Libra. Librans may attract a partner or feel their current partner more attentive now. Taureans will need to watch out for excessive spending, especially on items of beauty and luxury…the desire to do so may be strong here. Those with Aries Rising and Moon signs will feel attractive to partners and enjoy being in the spotlight now. I mean even more than usual! LOL.

Please contact me if you would like to have a reading, to look ahead at the new year. All the best from the Sunshine Corner, here in Boulder, CO.  Tel: 720-448-3742.  Your referrals are appreciated; thank you!  Services I offer include: natal chart readings, yearly updates, couples compatibility or astrocartography (location) readings.  If you would like to book an appointment for yourself, or as a gift for someone, please call me, and we can schedule a 90 minutes session, which you are welcomed to record.   http://www.vedicstarcharts.com Mary Stevenson, Vedic Astrologer,  healingevents@yahoo.com

April, 2022 Planet Transits

Springtime is here! I’ve always found the month of April to be a good one for new beginnings. As the month began, the Moon entered the sign of Aries, which especially denotes fresh starts and new projects coming our way. That will be amplified once the Sun enters Aries on 4/13/22.

4/7/22 – MARS enters Aquarius, bringing energy and ambition to this typically cerebral, philosophical air sign. Those with Aquarius Rising or Moon signs may feel a fire lit under them, so to speak. Aries Rising and Moon sign folks will enjoy the ruler of their charts now crossing their 11th house of gain, income and fulfillment of desire. Scorpios are also ruled by Mars. They will benefit from this 4th house transit, through connecting with friends. Just beware of vehicle issues now; in other words don’t speed while driving! Mars remains here until 5/16/22.

4/8/22 – MERCURY enters Aries. It will be conjunct Rahu here, which may bring some uneasiness or restlessness to those ruled by Mercury, Geminis and Virgos. At least this transits represents the 11th house for Geminis, so some gains may be had. For Virgos, it is a more problematic transit, representing their 8th house of vulnerability and transformation. There may be some battles to face, which could trigger the vulnerable feelings. Mercury remains in this sign until 4/29.

4/13/22 – A big day in which TWO planets are changing signs. The SUN moves into Aries, its sign of exaltation, which is of benefit to Leos, who are ruled by the Sun, for this sign represents their 9th house of Dharma, good fortune, higher education, remedies and pilgrimage. However it will be conjunct Rahu here which can throw in some unexpected monkey wrenches during this one month transit. Keep sharp and think on your toes, both Aries and Leo Rising and Moon signs.

4/13/22 – JUPITER – this great benefic, which only moves every 12 to 13 months, now goes into its own sign of Pisces. It will be extremely happy and beneficial here, for most Rising signs and the world in general. So many benefits are to be expected for those with Pisces Rising or Moon signs. The only Rising signs who may not benefit as much are those with Aries, Libras and Leos. This is due to: For Aries, Pisces is their 12 house of loss and expenses, plus solitude or isolation. At least the expenses should be on “good things” such a books, courses, education, or children. For Libras, this sign is their 6th house, which is their house of health issues. Jupiter represents the liver and the fat in our bodies, so Libras may have to watch for some issues in those areas, or challenges with children. For Leos, this transit occurs in their 8th house of transformation, vulnerability, battles and disunion. Issues with children may arise.

4/15/22 – MERCURY gets out of combustion with the Sun, bringing improvement in communications, and greater smoothness and tactfulness to interactions with others. Geminis and Virgos especially benefit.

4/24/22 – MERCURY enters Earth sign Taurus. This sign is the 9th (best) house for Virgos, so they will experience a big improvement, after that 8th house transit, with things suddenly turning around and working out for them. Geminis may feel more reclusive, as the ruler of their charts enters their 12th house here. Spending will need to be watched as well. Taureans should fare well with this transit of Mercury in their sign, inspiring greater communication and playfulness.

4/27/22 – VENUS enters Pisces, its sign of exaltation. Here it joins Jupiter, the other big benefic planet with is also in high dignity there. The Sun is still exalted in Aries at this time, so several planets are giving their best influences to life on Earth now. Taurus will greatly enjoy the ruler of their charts transiting their 11th house of gain and income now. Libras are ruled by Venus as well, but here it is crossing their 6th house where it may multiply stresses and worries, while also providing opportunities to be of service.

4/28/22 – SATURN enters Aquarius, its own sign, coming from Capricorn, which it also owns. This is a big deal as Saturn is the slowest moving planet, changing signs only every two and a half years. As you can see, we will now have FOUR planets in high dignity! Saturn represents structure, laws, law enforcement personnel and workers of all types. Thus these areas of society should benefit now from the strength that Saturn has, and its ability to deliver its more positive significations such as duty, responsibility, reliability, persistence, and longevity.

4/30/22 Areas seeing, at least, a partial Solar eclipse: South/West South America, Pacific, Atlantic, Antarctica. This eclipse occurs in the sign of Aries, where Rahu is also transiting. This tricky north node of the Moon is often the culprit who tries to “swallow the light” of either of our solar system’s luminaries. When it’s not Rahu, then it’s other half Ketu is responsible. We are fortunate that the eclipse will not be visible in North America, as these cosmic events are not deemed auspicious in Vedic Astrology.

Please contact me if you would like to have a reading, to look ahead at the new year. All the best from the Sunshine Corner, here in Boulder, CO.  Tel: 720-448-3742.  Your referrals are appreciated; thank you!  Services I offer include: natal chart readings, yearly updates, couples compatibility or astrocartography (location) readings.  If you would like to book an appointment for yourself, or as a gift for someone, please call me, and we can schedule a 90 minutes session, which you are welcomed to record.   http://www.vedicstarcharts.com Mary Stevenson, Vedic Astrologer,  healingevents@yahoo.com

March, 2022 Vedic Planet Transits: Rahu & Ketu Move!

MARCH is a month of big planetary shifts (and April will bring even more). The Nodes of the Moon, are Rahu and Ketu (malefic “planets” with no solid bodies, they represent mathematical points above and below the Moon and are involved whenever eclipses occur). They only change signs every 18 months and will do so on the night of March 16th. This spells relief for the signs of Taurus and Scorpio. Those with Taurus Rising or Moon signs, especially, have experienced the “seizing and letting go” action that Rahu is famous for, during these past 18 months. Such a transit can bring inner upheaval for our earth sign Taurus friends, passion that may come out in strong ways, and even a bit of roughness. Rahu will move backwards into fire sign Aries, and it will be their turn to deal with this planet of unexpected changes! Ketu is the South Node which represents hindrance and degradation but can also bring some psychic experiences or ESP. It moves from Scorpio into Libra, so those with that Rising or Moon sign natally will experience these effects.

3/05/22 – On this night Mercury enters air sign Aquarius. This is a positive change for those with Gemini Rising and Moon signs as this sign is the 9th house for Geminis. They will enjoy the ruler of their chart now being in their BEST house and finally out of their 8th, most challenging house, which represents vulnerability, transformation, battles and disunion. For Virgos, also ruled by Mercury, Aquarius represents their 6th house. This means it’s time to take good care of your health, including mental stresses and worries that may crop up. You may have a chance to be of service to others who need counseling or healthcare services. This is not a long transit, as Mercury will move into Pisces late on 3/23/22.

3/13/22 – Remember to set your clocks forward tonight, as we enter Daylight Savings Time! Yes, we’ll lose an hour of sleep, but there will be more sunlight to enjoy at the end of the work days.

3/15/22 – The SUN enters Pisces for a 30-day journey in this water sign. The Sun owns the 6th house for Pisceans so may bring some worry or stress to our spiritual friends who have Pisces Rising or Moon signs. The Sun owns the sign of Leo, so for those with Leo Rising or Moon signs, this transit can bring a certain degree of vulnerability or uncomfortable changes, as the ruler of their chart crosses their 8th house.

3/16/22 – Rahu and Ketu move – see my description above in the first paragraph.

3/18/22 – MERCURY goes combust the Sun. That brings irritability to any planet who ventures too close to the fiery orb, and that condition can be experienced by those ruled by Mercury, Geminis and Virgos. It will be important to stay calm and maintain equanimity, no matter what events or conditions in the outer world try to provoke or aggravate you!

3/19/22 – JUPITER goes non-combust the Sun. This great benefic planet rules the signs of Sagittarius and Pisces. This improved condition now will helps those with these Rising or Moon signs feel happier and enjoy a sense of burdens becoming less, so that is positive. Jupiter represents happiness, good fortune, wisdom, knowledge and good judgment. Therefore, these qualities should be enhanced overall now, and thus a benefit for all.

3/23/22 – MERCURY enters Pisces. Whereas this is the weakest sign for Mercury, where it is considered debilitated, it does own good houses for those with this Rising or Moon signs. Therefore, they may attract partners, friends, comforts and happiness now. Those with Pisces Rising or Moon signs will feel more chatty and communicative, and wanting to have fun. For the Geminis and Virgos who are ruled by Mercury, well, I’m glad to say this sign represents good houses in both of their charts, so business and career should prosper, and more progress can be made by the Geminis, as well as feeling more active and outgoing now.

3/30/22 – VENUS enters Aquarius. Here Venus is in a friend’s sign. Taurus Rising and Moon sign folks may feel more outgoing as this sign is their 10th house of career, action, name and fame. It is a positive transits for you. For Libras, this sign represents their 5th house, which helps them connect with children, and it is a good time for learning new things, teaching, success in the world, and romance. For the Aquarian Rising and Moon signs, Venus is their Yogakara or best planet. It brings good luck, good fortune, remedies, pilgrimages, friends, supporters, and comforts. Those looking for a new home or new car can have luck finding them now.

Please contact me if you would like to have a reading, to look ahead at the new year. All the best from the Sunshine Corner, here in Boulder, CO.  Tel: 720-448-3742.  Your referrals are appreciated; thank you!  Services I offer include: natal chart readings, yearly updates, couples compatibility or astrocartography (location) readings.  If you would like to book an appointment for yourself, or as a gift for someone, please call me, and we can schedule a 90 minutes session, which you are welcomed to record.   http://www.vedicstarcharts.com Mary Stevenson, Vedic Astrologer,  healingevents@yahoo.com