Capricorn, the ruler of structures, ambitions, big business, governments, traditions, and older people, is in the spotlight. The 29th degree, a point of crisis and decay, is significant. When a planet reaches 29º, it holds the entire energy of the sign, ready to burst before changing signs. The Moon’s conjunction with Pluto intensifies the crisis. Notably, Joe Biden ended his reelection campaign and endorsed Kamala Harris during this time. The tense square between messenger Mercury and Uranus at this lunation is also of astrological importance.

The planet Uranus governs seismic changes, elections, reversals, shocks, and surprises. When activated by the Great Awakener, we are subconsciously motivated by our vision of the future to take decisive action. We desire to liberate ourselves, make a big splash, or end something abruptly. Uranus was on my Sun when I quit my stable corporate career to pursue an uncertain future as an astrologer. Uranus was opposite his Sun when Joe...

Summer is here! The Sun’s entrance into the intuitive sign of Cancer begins this season. I am an Edge Magazine columnist; you can read my thoughts and watch a video about Cancer season here.  

Bay Area locals, please join me at the Stardust Mystical Faire on Saturday, June 29, from 1 to 5 p.m. The Breathing Room in Alameda is located at 1708 Lincoln Ave, Alameda, CA 94501. I am one of several vendors and will provide mini astrology readings for $40. You can add the intuitive wisdom of oracle readings for $20 more.

 Yesterday marked the first of two Capricorn Full Moons this year. Capricorn rules structures, ambitions, big business, governments, traditions, and the elderly.  This one feels somewhat chill, although obsessive Pluto is in the blind spot.  I think literal storms and leaks about corruption will be the top news items. The one on July 22 may be a doozy, but I love this energy.

Consider your work-life balance. I realized that I needed to bring more...

Pluto's transit through earthy Capricorn (2008 – 2024) over-delivered on the promise of structural upheaval. These transformations are paradoxical – hellish, potentially healing, and non-negotiable. Capricorn rules government, big business, authority, and tradition. Pluto transits are devouring and volcanic. Things burn down to the studs before rebuilding can begin. Stuff hidden in the shadows comes to light.

For the USA, an additional layer exists because we are in our first Pluto return. This planet resides in our natal chart at 27º Capricorn in the second house values and resources (money). The Lord of the Underworld is grinding on its natal location. February 20 was the first hit and coincided with the Russian war against Ukraine. For the first time in decades, the Russian threat of nuclear annihilation is back in the news. Atomic weapons were invented concurrently with the planet's discovery.

July 11 is the second time Pluto will trample the terrain. This time...