Expansive Astrology Podcast

Welcome to the Expansive Astrology Podcast, where we look at using astrology beyond the tropes and horoscopes to tune into the natural forces around us and within us, honoring our true nature to craft our future. I'm your host, Melissa, theselfcarewitch, and I'm thrilled to be bringing Expansive Astrology to you in this way. Each week, I'll share a tarot reading for the collective befo...

Welcome to the Expansive Astrology Podcast, where we look at using astrology beyond the tropes and horoscopes to tune into the natural forces around us and within us, honoring our true nature to craft our future. I'm your host, Melissa, theselfcarewitch, and I'm thrilled to be bringing Expansive Astrology to you in this way. Each week, I'll share a tarot reading for the collective befo...

Welcome to the Expansive Astrology Podcast, where we look at using astrology beyond the tropes and horoscopes to tune into the natural forces around us and within us, honoring our true nature to craft our future. I'm your host, Melissa, theselfcarewitch, and I'm thrilled to be bringing Expansive Astrology to you in this way. Each week, I'll share a tarot reading for the collective befo...

ep. 48 - Courageous Optimism | The Sagittarius Episode 2023 Welcome back! I am so excited to be returning to Expansive Astrology and Sagittarius was a beautiful energy to enter back in with. In this week's episode, I share a tarot reading for the collective that reminds us that we are full already, and to be wise with our time and energy. Next, I share a bit about where I've been and where...

Welcome to the Expansive Astrology Podcast, where we look at using astrology beyond the tropes and horoscopes to tune into the natural forces around us and within us, honoring our true nature to craft our future. I'm your host, Melissa, theselfcarewitch, and I'm thrilled to be bringing Expansive Astrology to you in this way. Each week, I'll share a tarot reading for the collective befo...

Gemini 2023

Welcome to the Expansive Astrology Podcast, where we look at using astrology beyond the tropes and horoscopes to tune into the natural forces around us and within us, honoring our true nature to craft our future. I'm your host, Melissa, theselfcarewitch, and I'm thrilled to be bringing Expansive Astrology to you in this way. Each week, I'll share a tarot reading for the collective befo...

ep. 44 – Learning the Power of Your Voice – The Aries Episode Time stamps: 0:00 – hiiiiii 01:56 – collective tarot reading 30:48 – expansive astrology – welcoming aries 36:30 – the element of fire 38:10 – the emperor 42:42 – empowered aries vs disempowered aries 44:42 – the tower 51:46 – people see you, you are a leader 53:00 – taking up space – privilege and oppression 58:25 – staying in your pow...

ep. 43 – Stepping into the Energetic New Year + Upcoming Changes to the Podcast In this week’s episode, I share tarot reading for the collective that encourages us to cultivate the ability to be with the beauty in life, while also emphasizing boundaries with our brains and our relationships. It’s a beautifully supportive spread as we wrap up this season of self-undoing. Next, I share some thoughts...

ep. 42 – Making Friends with Shadows In this week’s episode, I share tarot reading for the collective before exploring the idea of Shadow Work, and how Pisces energy can support us in diving into the depths. I briefly chat about the impact of the Virgo Full Moon, and remind you of your standing invitation to my next Moon Circle. Thank you so much for listening! Time stamps: 0:00 – hiiiiii 2:49 – c...

ep. 41 – Intuition & the Unknown – Pisces energy in the Tarot In this week’s episode, I share tarot reading for the collective that invites us to cultivate pleasure as we move through our lives. This week’s spread is a beautiful extension to what came up last week- massive empowerment in how we are aligning our head, our hearts, and our hands. Then, it’s Tarot Week for Pisces season, where I u...

ep. 40 – The Deep Dive – Welcoming Pisces Season In this week’s episode, I share tarot reading for the collective that encourages massive empowerment while we explore the best use of our hands, hearts, and brains. Then, the Expansive Astrology for the week introduces us to Pisces season! Learn what Pisces is made of, how it shows up, and how to utilize its medicine to the fullest potential. Finall...

ep. 39: Becoming the Water Bearer Despite Imposter Syndrome | Aquarius Season In this week’s episode, I share tarot reading for the collective that asks how we’re engaging with Earth, Fire, and Water as we navigate this new Chariot year. Then, the Expansive Astrology for the week is inspired by Aquarius being the Water Bearer. I speak about self-healing, managing triggers, showing up despite impos...

ep. 38: Using Aquarius Energy to Embrace Shameless Authenticity In this week’s episode, I share tarot reading for the collective that emphasizes presence, trust, discernment, and self-care as a way of life. This one hit close to home, and I share a little bit about my mental health during pregnancy. Then, the Expansive Astrology for the week inspires a conversation on the Aquarius strength of auth...

ep. 37: Reclaiming Foolishness- Aquarius Season Tarot Week In this week’s episode, I share tarot reading for the collective that encourages empowered choice, sacred boundaries, and massive brain management. Then, the Expansive Astrology for the week takes us into Aquarius energy even more deeply, as we explore the invitations of Aquarius through its associated Tarot cards- The Star, The Fool, The...

In this week’s episode, I share tarot reading for the collective that is eerily spot-on with the topic of the week! Present for us is an invitation to utilize our resources as wisely as we can, while we learn what it means to step forward as our truest selves, and our anchor for the week is Aquarius Energy 101! Then, the Expansive Astrology for the week is inspired by Aquarius’ unique way of movin...

In this week’s episode, I share an extra spicy tarot reading for the collective that suggests we may be learning some difficult lessons in harnessing and using our power and energy to bring about balance and justice in our lives. Our anchor(s) for the week are sweet and supportive to help us move through it. Then, the Expansive Astrology for the week is inspired by Capricorn’s talent for getting t...

In this week’s episode, I share a tarot reading for the collective that is encouraging us to embrace where we are with pride, trust, and celebration. Then, the Expansive Astrology is inspired by Capricorn’s talent for bringing our dreams into fruition. Finally, I share a truncated version of an astrological forecast, and offer an invitation to my next Moon Meetup. Thank you so much for listening!...

ep. 33 In this week’s episode, I had the privilege of chatting with Jenna Matlin, professional tarot reader and author, about her brand-new book Will You Give Me a Reading? Jenna and I discussed tarot philosophy, finding confidence in your readings, self-care for helpers, and so much more. She even did an impromptu tarot reading for me, which was such a delight! But first, as always, we began with...

ep. 32 In this week’s episode, I share a tarot reading for the collective that asks us to tune in with our inner Knowing more readily, and to how actually heed the call, while reminding us of our power; our leadership; our birthright to take up space.  Then, the Expansive Astrology for the week is inspired by Capricorn energy. This week, I introduce Capricorn with an overview of the themes, i...

Learn more and enroll by visiting   https://www.theselfcarewitch.com/retrograde-revival-guide In this bonus episode, I share everything you need to know about surviving Mercury's retrograde periods with grace and ease. Introducing Retrograde Revival Guide: my five week group program designed to help us lean into the challenges that Mercury retrograde tends to present, and come out of it with...

ep. 31 In this week’s episode, I share a tarot reading for the collective that emphasizes the importance (and the difficulty) of acknowledging, honoring, trusting, and Be-ing in our Power. Then, the Expansive Astrology for the week is inspired by Sagittarius energy. This week, a discussion on Soul Alignment and allowing expansion even when the brain is full of contraction. Finally, this week’s ast...

ep. 30 In this week’s episode, I share a tarot reading for the collective that emphasizes surrender and trust, especially when we have no clue what is going on. Then, the Expansive Astrology for the week is inspired by Sagittarius energy. I challenge you to embrace a philosophy of optimism, and share some practical tips on how to do so. Finally, this week’s astrological forecast breaks down where...

In this week’s episode, I share a tarot reading for the collective that invites us to embody passion and power in a soul-aligned way, and reminds us the importance of saying and maintaining our boundaries. Then, the Expansive Astrology for the week is inspired by Sagittarius energy. I break down exactly what Sagittarius is and share some of the challenges and invitations we will be exploring for t...

In this week's episode, I discuss managing shame so that we can tap in with our deepest desires. I also discuss what we can expect to explore in Sagittarius season.  this week’s astrological forecast (in EDT) W 11/16 – venus enters Sagittarius 01:08 + waning half moon 08:27 + moon v/c 6:55pm until it enters virgo 8:04pm H 11/17 - mercury enters Sagittarius 03:42 S 11/19 – moon v/c 3:47am unti...