Expansive Astrology Podcast

In this week’s episode, I share a discussion exploring ways to connect with your intuition, and how to distinguish your intuition from your brain. this week’s astrological forecast (in EDT) T 11/08 – full moon lunar eclipse in taurus 6:02am W 11/09 – moon void of course 7 am until it enters gemini 8:37am F 11/11 – moon void of course 5:28pm until it enters cancer 7:22pm M 11/14 – moon void of cour...

In this week's episode, we broaden and deepen our understanding of Scorpio energy by examining Scorpio through it's associated Tarot cards- The Death Card, The Tower, The Judgment Card, and the Page of Cups. this week’s astrological forecast (in EDT) T 11/01 – waxing half moon in aquarius W 11/02 – moon void of course 7:08 am until it enters pisces at 2:46pm F 11/04 – moon void of course from 6:05...

In this week’s episode, I share a tarot reading for the collective that is urging us to embrace authenticity and move toward what IS working for us. The Queen of Pentacles Reversed showed up in the “Lesson” spot, reminding us to caretake our selves before we’re forced to. Our anchor, the Page of Wands, has us fueling our own fire and devoting ourselves to our unique inner flame. Then, the Expansiv...

this week’s astrological forecast (in EDT) T 10/18 – moon direct in leo 12:45am H 10/20 – moon v/c 6:35am until it enters virgo at 12:25pm S 10/22 – moon v/c 2:17pm until it enters libra 9:24pm N 10/23 – scorpio season begins ; venus enters scorpio ; Saturn goes direct M 10/24 – moon v/c 8:36pm T 10/25 – moon direct when it enters scorpio 3:18am ; new moon solar eclipse 6:49 am next week: ep. 25 1...

In this week’s episode, I share a tarot reading for the collective that happens to be very on-theme with today’s episode all about balance! The six of swords reminds us the importance of being witnessed and held by others, while the Hierophant reminds us to look to our own inner wisdom for the guidance we seek. The Star arrived as our lesson, teaching us radical self-tending. Our anchor is both th...

In this week's episode, I share a tarot reading for the collective that touches us in with our inner child, set and keep boundaries, and experience True pride. Then, Libra season inspires a crash course on interpersonal effectiveness- ways to show up in our relationships that help get our needs met and raise our self-esteem. this week’s astrological forecast (in EDT) T 10/04 – moon goes direct whe...

In this week's episode, I share a tarot reading for the collective that has us befriending the brain while we do a whole lot of evaluating and reckoning with where and what we are. Then, it’s Tarot Week! I share more on the invitations, medicine, and opportunities present for us in Libra energy using the associated Tarot energies: Justice, The Empress, and the Queen of Swords. Thanks for listening...

this week’s astrological forecast (in EDT) T 9/20 – moon void of course 11:57am until it enters leo 4:38pm H 9/22 – moon void of course 7:07am – autumn equinox – sun enters libra 9:04pm F 9/23 – moon goes direct when it enters virgo 3:53am – mercury enters virgo 08:04am N 9/25 – moon void of course 8:49am until it enters libra at 12:43pm – new moon in libra 5:55pm T 9/27 – moon void of course 12:2...

In this week's episode, I share a tarot reading for the collective full of really big energies, supporting us in expert care-taking of our Selves, and inviting us to anchor in with our most authentic, organic truth, especially if our inner Emperor feels threatened. Then, Virgo season inspires a discussion on imposter syndrome, self-sabotage, perfectionism, and fear of failure. I also chat about th...

In this week's episode, I share a tarot reading for the collective that supports the Expansive Astrology in a way I didn’t even realize until I edited the episode. We’re being supported in evaluating our Selves, and using the brain to do so in a way that is supportive and loving. Our anchor for the week is a sweet invitation from The Empress. Then, Virgo season inspires a discussion on sacred anal...

In this week's episode, I share a tarot reading for the collective that feels a little intense but is ultimately supporting our growth and our ability to touch in with the heart. Then, we’re exploring the strengths of Virgo through the lens of the Tarot: The Hermit card, The Magician card, and the suit of pentacles. Next, I share a brief astrological forecast for the upcoming week, which is also c...

In this week's episode, I share a tarot reading for the collective that inspires a tangent on trusting your tarot pull even when the brain throws doubt at what came up. This week, the Knight of Pentacles is present for us, supported by the King. These two are encouraging us to move through the world in a more soul-centered way. Our lesson, the Ace of Swords, indicates we may experience “spicy oppo...

In this week's episode, I share a tarot reading for the collective that emphasizes our capacity for empowerment. Present for us is the Nine of Pentacles, remind us to luxuriate and embrace where we are, as we are. That idea is supported by the 5 of wands, encouraging us to stay in our power even when things are feeling like a hot mess. Our lesson this week comes with the Magician reversed, remindi...

In this week's episode, I share a tarot reading for the collective that emphasizes the importance of sacred boundaries, and asks us to surrender and trust when things are up in the air. Then, Leo Season inspires a discussion on play and pleasure, and how we can manage shame in order to surrender to more play in our day to day. Next, I share a brief astrological forecast for the upcoming week, whic...

In this week's episode, I share a tarot reading for the collective that keeps us rooted in with what is most important to us. The Page of Pentacles is present for us, supported by the Seven of Wands. This duo reminds us to be cautious with the use of our fire, so that we can devote ourselves to our soul’s calling. Our lesson for the week is the Page of Wands, which may indicate a few challenges, o...

In this week's episode, I share a tarot reading for the collective that urges us to devote ourselves to heart healing and soul-led work. The two of pentacles is present for us, supported by the three of cups. This duo is a powerful reminder that the hands are an extension of the heart. The Empress showed up reversed as our lesson, warning us to improve our relationship with receiving beauty and pl...

In this week's episode, I share a tarot reading with clear invitations for us to embrace our power. The Hierophant is present for us, supported by the Magician. This duo is here to encourage us to lean into our inner wisdom and open ourselves to our own power. Then, the Emperor casually comes in as our lesson, teaching us exactly what it means to take up space and use our fire in a way that is hel...

In this week's episode, Melissa shares a powerful Tarot reading for the collective that want us to center our world around self-tending and reassess how we’re using our fire in order to do so. The tarot is teaching us to take pride in our accomplishments and celebrate ourselves, and our anchor for the week is asking us to watch our thinking and tend to our heart. Then, Cancer energy and The Chario...

In this week's episode, Melissa shares a powerful Tarot reading for the collective that has us check in on hyper-vigilance while deeply connecting us with our magic. The Hermit showed up as our anchor, helping us focus in as we move through our lesson of the week- how to cope with conflict with the five of wands. Then, Cancer season inspires a discussion on defending that which we love in an empow...

In this week's episode, Melissa shares a powerful Tarot reading for the collective that invites us to play dress up with the Queen of Pentacles- how can you embody the Queen of Earth? Stepping into expert self-tending and re-Sourcing. This is supported by the High Priestess, who reminds us of our intuitive connection. Our lesson for the week is the 3 of Wands, reminding us to stop making our pain...

In this week's episode, I share a tarot reading for the collective that anchors us into our own wisdom, while maintaining effective boundaries with our mind. What’s present for us is an exploration of how soul-centered we’re willing to be, and a reminder to find enjoyment in the journey without getting too caught up in an end-goal. Then, I welcome in Cancer Season with a discussion on the unique i...

In this week's episode, I share a tarot reading for the collective that encourages us to make room at the table for all parts of us and reminds us that our brain doesn’t know everything- we don’t have to believe our beliefs about what is possible for us and how far we can go. What’s present for us is an invitation to feel proud; to keep working hard, to know how far we’ve come and to keep doing th...

In this week's episode, I share a tarot reading for the collective that emphasizes the importance of presence and mindfulness as we let go of control, step forward embodying our unique medicine, and trust in the divine timing of life’s unfolding.   Then, Gemini Season and The Magician inspire a conversation on touching in with our channel in a more complete way. I speak about the importance o...

In this week's episode, I share a tarot reading for the collective that connects us to our heart as we grapple with the difficult decisions and grief that comes with stepping more and more into alignment. Then, Gemini Season inspires a conversation on effective self-expression and some of my top rules for communicating in a way that actually works. The episode wraps up with a brief astrological fo...

In this week's episode, I share a tarot reading for the collective that invites us to get quiet and lead our lives in a whole new way. Then, Gemini Season inspires a conversation on how we're invited to embrace authentic self-expression, tend the nervous system, and get our needs met in the world. Also, Mercury Retrograde sparks a quick reminder to get rid of the things you no longer need. The epi...