Chart Your Career

Ellen is back with her 3rd interview of The Next Chapter series.  Today's interview is with the amazing Vera Santamaria. Vera  is an Emmy-nominated television and feature writer whose career spans multiple genres and two countries. She is Executive Producer and Co-Showrunner of How to Die Alone, a series for ABC Signature / Hulu / Onyx Collective starring Co-Showrunner and EP Natasha Rothwell (The...

In a very Aquarian manner (two days late!!) Heidi and Ellen welcome the sign of Aquarius. This is the sign of group work. What are we building TOGETHER? How can we cooperate and collaborate? What problems can we solve by combining our gifts? How can we better share our resources? How can we heal, together?   They talk about David Lynch (who was actually a Capricorn born on the day the Sun entered...

On this solstice day Heidi and Ellen welcome the season of structure, inner authority and right timing. We get off to a good start. We plan for the new. We stand in what we know and offer it up. We cross the threshold with a new sense of capability and determination.  They talk about cool gifts for the holidays (it's never too late!!). They do a deep dive into the chart of Capricorn Timothee Chala...

Today Ellen interviews Corean Canty for the special series of The Next Chapter Corean is a Transformational Speaker, Certified Life and Leadership Coach, Well Being Expert, podcast Host and Professional Improvisor. She is co-founder of Shift To Play- a culture strategy firm that helps organizations shift to a more collaborative, innovative and inclusive culture by transforming team communication,...

Introducing The Next Chapter! This is a spin-off series from the Chart Your Career family about life, work, and reinvention. An episode will drop each Tuesday for the next 5 weeks and then once a month after that. In each episode, you'll hear from someone who decided to take their career and life in a new direction—and how they did it.  Our first episode of the series features astrologer Heidi Ros...

Heidi and Ellen welcome the sign of Sagittarius. Sagittarius reminds us that POSSIBILITY is a powerful word. It reminds us not to contract and collapse. As the ruler of Sagittarius, Jupiter offers a message of growth and new horizons. Sagittarius says, "Hold fast to the most inspired vision. Do not give up!" Heidi and Ellen talk about two Sagittarian poets:  Emily Dickinson  (December 10, 1830) an...

Ellen is joined by co-host Meire Santos - a psychotherapist who combines her psychological expertise with Esoteric Psychology and Astrology. They begin by commiserating about the election and talking about some of the better podcasts and articles they have read this past week.  They then take a question from Leila who is looking for a career that aligns more deeply with her inner purpose and bring...

Heidi and Ellen gather to welcome Scorpio. We enter the season of alchemy and transformation. Scorpio invites us to be rigorous in our healing,  searching for the treasures that are found only in the depths. Scorpio helps us overcome fear and move towards what matters most to us. They do a deep dive into the birthdays of Georgia O'Keefe and Hillary Clinton. Heid read the poem  The Maples  by Marie...

Ellen is again joined by the wonderful astrologer Bruna Maia. Together they do a LIVE Q&A with Kayla. Kayla has a background in tech, including running her own start-up. About a year and a half ago, she decided to take an extended break to recover from (formerly undiagnosed) near divergent burnout, work through complex trauma in therapy and get clear on the people, spaces and initiatives that give...

The Fall Equinox is upon us. The days will start getting shorter and the air cooler... It is Libra season! Heidi and Ellen welcome this unusual month that will usher in the next Presidential election.   We call upon Libra to have real conversations that address areas of conflict or division. We call upon Libra to right the scales, to find a truer center. We call upon Libra to remember decency and...

Today Ellen is thrilled to welcome Bruna Maia as her guest astrologer. They had a great conversation about the present transits, including next week's eclipse and equinox.   Then they took a question from Angela. Angela recently left a 30 year career in corporate and is currently teaching classes in textiles, with the focus on slowing down and sustainability. She loves teaching but is yearning for...

Ellen is again joined by the amazing astrologer Caitlin Muelder for a LIVE hot seat with Gretchen. Gretchen is a tenured full professor at a small, liberal arts college. She's been at her current institution for nearly 25 years. She is 57 and thinks she'll be in this position for 10 more years. She keeps feeling she needs to do more and wonders: What do you do when you are fairly near retirement a...

After this long and oftentimes languishing month of Leo, Heidi and Ellen welcome the sign of Virgo. Virgo is one of the hardest working signs of the zodiac. Therefore, it is deeply important that we are aligned with and devoted to the work we are doing. Virgo teaches us about the power of NO. We ask "What is truly mine to do?" This is the season to clarify how you spend your time, energy and money...

Ellen is back with Caitlin Muelder. They talk about the astrology of the moments (SO MUCH HAPPENING!) They take a question from Kelly. Kelly is coming off an intense period of Pluto conjunct her Moon. Two years ago she  relocated to a new state for a new job where she felt unsupported and unable to make any progress. It has been a dark and lonely place. She has since left and is wanting to learn t...

On this monumental day in US History, Heidi and Ellen welcome Leo, the fiery sign of identity. Who are we now and what do we wish to express? Leo rules the heart. It's a season of big-heartedness and generosity. What do we each wish to GIVE? They talk about what is happening politically, the chart of Kamala Harris and what might happen on election day. Heidi reads the beautiful words of Amanda Gor...

Ellen was honored to be joined by actress, writer, and astrologer Caitlin Muelder on today's podcast. Caitlin is one of the many talented astrologers on Heidi's team.  They took a question from Cecelia. Cecelia's current job is set to end at the end of August. She has been applying for other positions, while also preparing start her own coaching and consulting practice. She keeps coming very close...

Heidi and Ellen are together again! They welcome the Solstice and the sign of Cancer, the season of nourishment and care. It is a time of family and abounding growth. We swim in an ocean of feeling, softening our borders. We tend to whom and what is home. They dive deep into two Cancer birthdays- Suleika Jouard  and  Elizabeth Gilbert . Heidi reads the poem  Our Precarious Joy  by Alok Vaid-Menon....

Today was a HOTSEAT episode!!  Ellen and her guest host Jeff Hinshaw (@cosmiccousins) did a live Q&A with Gin Gavran (@gingavran). Gin has been teaching pilates for the past 25 years. She wants to grow her practice and incorporate travel, healing, and astrology practices. She wonders how to do that without alienating long-time clients. Ellen and Jeff talk to Gin, about ways she might achieve her g...

It's Q+A day!  Ellen introduces her guest host Jeff Hinshaw (@cosmiccounsins). They talk about movies, books, and shows they have seen. Then they take a question from Paige.  Paige is a mother of two, a retreat host and a ceremonial facilitator. She recently co-founded a company with her husband. They are fundraising to build a retreat center in Mexico. She wants to know about balancing it all and...

Heidi and Ellen welcome the sign of Gemini.  It is a time of connection, communication, movement, and vitality. Gemini moves from here to there and wakes up everything it touches with curiosity and delight. It wants to KNOW and it wants to ENGAGE. It is ever-changing and active, enlivening all in its path. Movies and TV shows mentioned: Hacks ;  Tokyo Vice ;  Man in Full ;  The Judge ; and  Ripley...

It's a Q+A day!!  Heidi and Ellen talk about books they are reading:  Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow  by Gabrielle Zevin;  Tell Me Your Lies  by Kate Ruby;  The Dutch House  and  Bel Canto  by Ann Patchett; movies and TV they are watching:  Loot ;  Anyone But You  and  A Gentleman in Moscow;  and podcasts they are listening to:  Amicus  with Dahlia Lithwig and  Strict Scrutiny  with Leah Litma...

Heidi and Ellen welcome the sign of Taurus, the sign of fecundity and fertility. We all begin to blossom. We slow down to appreciate more. We root to bloom. We remember the pleasures of this life. Never underestimate the power of comfy clothes, a beautiful garden, yummy food, and good friends. They talk about Pig the Turtle  and the birthdays of  Cher  and  Keith Haring . Heidi reads the poem  Fie...

It's Q+A day!! Heidi and Ellen caught up after Heidi's Radiance Life Retreat (which was wonderful!). They talk about movies/TV shows that are watching (Ellen:  Loot ;  Shogun); and   books they are reading (Heidi:  These Precious Days  by Ann Patchett; Ellen:  Good Material  by Dolly Alderman). They take a question from Alyssa. Alyssa is at a career crossroads and quickly approaching her Saturn re...

It's Q+A day! Heidi and Ellen discuss Ellen's class ReLaunch  and Heidi's poetry class at Esalen this spring. They also talk about the book  Tom Lake  by Ann Patchett, which Heidi just finished and loved. They then take a question from Ashley. Ashley is a mom of a young child. She has always wanted to write fiction. When her son was born she started writing a novel while he napped. It took her fou...

Heidi and Ellen welcome the sign of Aries.  The March equinox represents the dawning of the new year and a symbolic rebirth. We enter the season of the assertion of self. We come forth in the name of our authentic BEING. We feel our 'I-ness" and offer who we are to the world. This is the month of new ideas and daring and powerful initiatives. This is a potent time to set intentions. They then dish...