Essential Astrocast

Saturn has officially crossed the threshold into Aries. Saturn in the sign of the warrior will have us evaluating our relationship to authority, responsibility, and even failure. Saturn isn't the most fun planet, but his presence in Aries might be just the kick you need take the first step on that passion project of your dreams. Luckily the New Moon in Gemini last Monday was free and clear of any...

It's a full moon week which means it's time for celebration, gratitude, and intentional release. This Scorpio full moon, paired with Uranus' unpredictable influence, is perfect for helping you surrender old grudges, pain, and stagnant patterns. Uranus helps us see that change can be a path for liberation. Join my email community at veronicaperretti.com 00:00 Introduction and Mother's Day Greetings...

It's the New Moon in Taurus, the one we've been waiting for... After clearing out some pestering and challenging transits last week, this fresh slate is well-deserved. Don't miss this opportunity to set intentions and get clear on where you want to put your energy in the coming months. Join my email community at veronicaperretti.com 00:00 Welcome to the Essential Astrocast 00:28 The New Moon in Ta...

With Mercury now in Aries and Mars now in Leo, no one is acting shy. Confident and clear communication is on the calendar, but so are some inevitable dust ups. With Mars opposing Pluto this week, and the Sun squaring both of those planets, we have the recipe for some power struggles and ego clashes.  We've also been experiencing lots of new dreams and subconscious thoughts as Neptune, newly in Ari...

On the heels of a hectic week Mars, Saturn, and Uranus work together to bring unexpected events and enthusiasm to the surface. With Mercury and Venus stationing direct soon, you can be sure the tides are indeed turning and momentum is growing. Take a deep breath and feel your body. We're experiencing some big time cosmic shifts in energy. I offer a little historical context this week and we dive i...

With so much to catch up on, it's a supersized episode covering the recent astrological events, including the Sun-Neptune conjunction, multiple planetary retrogrades (Mars, Venus, and Mercury), and the eclipses!  The big news is still to come though - Neptune enters Aries on March 30th, marking a significant shift in the cosmic landscape. This week I emphasize the themes of self-worth, and individ...

We've made it! After 11 long weeks of Mars being retrograde, he finally stations to resume direct motion in the sign of Cancer. If you've felt stuck, stagnant, and unable to locate your motivation, you can thank Mars. While it will take a few weeks, really months, for Mars to get his mojo back, you will start to feel renewed momentum and desire to finally move forward. With Mars in Cancer, the sig...

The full moon in Leo squares Uranus in Taurus on Wednesday, February 12th. It's offering up lessons in self-love and validation-seeking. Leo rules the heart, so this is always an emotional Full Moon, but it's even more evocative thanks to Uranus' friction. You might be feeling equally overwhelmed by the chaos of these times and inspired by the possibilities. The transits offer just another reminde...

Venus enters Aries this week igniting passion and action. The planet of love and beauty is a warrior when she's in the sign of initiation. You might feel like you're shaking off some brain fog thanks to Neptune joining with the South Node in Pisces. You will also have moments of clarity and clear direction thanks to the Sun and Mercury joining in big-picture thinking Aquarius. With Jupiter station...

The chaos is real. With Mars retrograde and out of bounds, things feel unruly. The glimmer comes from the New Moon in Aquarius, our first conjunct Pluto (albeit a wide conjunction). This is the beginning of a new Lunar Year, the year of the wood snake. An opportunity for shedding our old skins and making ourselves open and available for the slow, steady, and sustainable transformation associated w...

This week starts with a Full Moon in Cancer and ends with the Sun entering Aquarius. While the Full Moon connects with Mars retrograde and Uranus, it offers an opportunity to take a new perspective on some old emotional patterns. Nurturing yourself is priority number one under these Full Moon beams. When Venus joins Saturn and squares Jupiter, you might be in the mood to make some serious commitme...

If you are wondering why 2025 doesn't seem to be kicking off with that New Year pep in its step, well you can thank Mars. The planet of motivation, drive, and war is retrograde. You might not be feeling up for a fight, particularly now that Mars has retrograded back into the sensitive, and sometimes passive-aggressive, sign of Cancer.  This week does host several opportune transits for emotional h...

As the Sun finishes up his journey through Sagittarius he squares Neptune, offering you a peek into your subconscious. Make sure you give yourself ample time to slow down and rest, since this transit may zap your energy. On the other hand, those naps and daydreams offer a portal into your subconscious. It's a great week to go to therapy, journal, or get creative. Luckily, Venus and Jupiter are wor...

Mercury is retrograde, but so is Mars! When the red-hot planet goes backward, he packs a punch. This week I share all the details on Mars retrograde, as well as his seemingly never-ending opposition to Pluto.  Beyond Mars and Mercury retrograde, we're living under the influence of two life-altering transits right now:  Jupiter square Saturn : this calls for a compromise between what might be growi...

This week comes with a big vibe shift. From the murky waters of Scorpio, the Sun emerges and enters Sagittarius bringing light, joy, and some holiday magic. The big news though is that Pluto enters Aquarius and this time, it's for good, well at least for the next 20 years. With Pluto in the fixed air sign get ready for big-idea thinking, a speed-up in our already fast-paced technological world, an...

The Pluto Return of the USA continues and this election has illuminated this potent, destructive, and transformative transit. Please tune in for some musings on how we can remember that we are all part of one cosmic consciousness. With Pluto entering Aquarius on November 19th, we all are being called to connect with the people in our community and fortify those bonds.  Pluto may have his fingerpri...

There is something even spookier than Halloween ghosts and ghouls... It's Mars opposite Pluto! This transit invites passion - in all its forms. You might feel motivated by your anger or inspired by a deep creative burning in your soul.  Luckily this New Moon in Scorpio also gives us a fresh slate. The choices you make this week may have a lasting impact.  Join my email community. Do you want to sa...

This is a bonus episode answering the question that everyone is asking me! I also answer the question, "What's a Solar Return?" I'll walk you through some of the things I'm watching in Kamala's chart and in the cosmos. Join my email community. Do you want to say thank you for this episode? You can buy me a coffee .

The Sun enters Scorpio and the season of all things spooky begins! Scorpio season kicks off with a grand trine in water that may flood you with emotion. Lots of water in the sky can offer opportunities for deeper connections, but it may cause you to be self-indulgent. Scorpio season also tends to bring up power struggles and control issues, especially this year with the Sun squaring Pluto at the s...

It's a full week, with a Full Moon in Aries amping up your sensitive feelings. Assume everyone you see is a walking open emotional wound. The Full Moon in Aries is joined by Chiron (the wounded healer dwarf planet/asteroid) and squaring Mars in Cancer. This alone makes us all feel impatient, on edge, and passive-aggressive. Before the Full Moon arrives Venus opposes Uranus inviting you to take a n...

A powerful new moon solar eclipse in Libra has us shedding any old patterns of imbalance or people-pleasing in our relationships.  Libra is the sign associated with partnership, but also the scales of justice. If you've been feeling stuck in a relationship or situation where the energy exchange is uneven, this week may have you re-examining what works for you. Sign up for the New Moon Restorative...

This week might feel like you're in cosmic limbo. We're digesting the emotional content of the Lunar Eclipse last week and preparing for the direct and decisive energy of the eclipse next week. In between this week, we have a grand trine in Earth, thanks to Mercury inhabiting the late degrees of Virgo. It might feel like you have clarity and focus once again. But Mercury is also opposing Neptune,...

Eclipse season is here! This week starts with a Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in the consciousness-raising sign of Pisces. This eclipse is joined by Neptune, the planet often associated with checking out. In this episode, I share some ideas on how you can use this energy to check IN. Eclipse season is a cosmic invitation to turn down the outside noise and turn up the volume of your inner knowing and con...

This week provides a much-needed shift from feelings of overwhelming burden and responsibility to some lighthearted fun and opportunity for connection. Venus and Jupiter join with the moon to form a grand air trine over the weekend that begs you to get out and have some fun with your friends, family, and neighbors. But first, our minds can regain clarity thanks to Mercury in Virgo. With Mars squar...

After some super intense astrology earlier in August, we finally get to enjoy some calm. Thankfully, Mercury stations direct on August 28th and hopefully brings some clarity and decisiveness. It's Virgo season, and the Sun in this discerning and thoughtful part of the sky encourages us to get back to the rituals and routines that sustain us. It's a calm week in the heavens, but Venus is in convers...