Living Astrology With Janet Hickox

This week begins with a shift in the cosmic tempo. Saturn retrogrades back into Pisces on September 1, inviting us to revisit unfinished lessons from 2023–2024. It’s a call to tie up loose ends, close karmic loops, and ground our spiritual insights into practical form before Saturn moves fully into Aries again in 2026.At the same time, the Sun and Earth are in Human Design Gates 40 (Restoration) a...

It’s a quiet weekend in the skies — the perfect pause before September’s whirlwind begins. The new Human Design week invites us into Gate 40 – Restoration and Gate 37 – Peace, a call to rest, recover, and reconnect with what truly nourishes us. The Moon moves from Scorpio into Sagittarius, shifting the emotional tone from deep reflection to expansive curiosity. Join me as we explore how to align w...

Theme of the Month: Sacred Reform – Turning Pressure into PurposeSeptember is a month of thresholds and turning points. With two eclipses activating the Virgo–Pisces axis, Saturn opposing the Sun, and multiple planets pressed at 29° “critical degrees,” the skies ask you to close karmic loops and step into new beginnings with accountability and integrity. This isn’t light or casual energy—it’s refo...

Venus takes the stage this week with fiery passion, surprising turns, and transformative encounters. From her bold entrance into Leo to her dance with Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto, Venus reminds us what (and who) we truly value. Meanwhile, the Sun in Gate 59 – Sustainability and Earth in Gate 55 – Faith call us to cultivate intimacy and emotional trust, opening the door to greater freedom in...

This weekend’s Virgo New Moon is no ordinary fresh start. 🌑✨ At 0° Virgo, the Sun and Moon square Uranus in Gemini, bringing surprises, breakthroughs, and disruptions to your carefully laid plans. With the New Moon landing in Human Design Gate 59 – Sustainability, the deeper question is: Are your commitments truly built to last? We’ll explore the Sun’s shift into Virgo, the powerful Uranus squar...

This week brings powerful shifts as the Sun shines through Gate 29 – Commitment and the Earth grounds us in Gate 30 – Passion. Jupiter moves into Gate 53 – Starting, opening new doors, while Pluto steps into Gate 60 – Conservation, reminding us to honor what is lasting and true. Adding to the mix, Mercury in Leo sextiles Mars in Libra, inspiring bold conversations and cooperative action. Join me a...

The Phoenix of Reform 🔥 Pluto soon goes out of bounds —igniting a decade of profound transformation. Join me as we explore this rare transit alongside the recent powerful Kite formation activating the U.S. chart. What rises now must rise from the ashes. We'll also explore the new Human Design Week with the Sun at Gate 29-Commitment and the Earth at Gate 30-Passion. Register for the Autumn Ecl...

This week’s cosmic currents bring mental breakthroughs, emotional truth, and heart-centered leadership. With the Sun in Gate 4 (Possibility) and Earth in Gate 49 (Revolution), it’s time to envision a better future—and stand for it. Mercury stations direct in Leo’s Gate 31, urging you to lead with authenticity, while Saturn-Neptune sextile Uranus offers the perfect blend of innovation and grounded...

This week’s Full Moon in Aquarius is no ordinary lunation—it’s a cosmic revelation. With the Moon shining light on truths long hidden and Mars fully activating a rare Kite configuration, we’re being pulled into a collective storyline of transformation. Join me as we explore what it means to drop the mask, harness your energy for real change, and navigate the powerful currents of innovation, purpos...

This week’s sky invites a shift—from force to finesse, from reaction to reflection. Mars enters Libra, encouraging us to pursue peace, balance, and relational clarity. At the same time, the Sun moves into Gate 7 – Collaboration – and the Earth into Gate 13 – Narrative, spotlighting the roles we play in group dynamics and the stories that shape our shared past and future. We’ll explore:🔹 What Mars...

This weekend brings a softer cosmic rhythm, but don’t be fooled—there’s deep emotional work happening behind the scenes. Venus in Cancer squares Saturn and Neptune, pressing us to clarify the difference between emotional fantasy and heartfelt responsibility. What stories are you still carrying? With the Sun in Gate 33 (Retelling) and the Earth in Gate 19 (Attunement), it’s a powerful time to refle...

It's almost August, and that makes it time for Tam and me to break down all the AstroDesign (Astrology & Human Design) you need to know to THRIVE! Notable August happenings include Mercury Direct, Venus into Leo, and an interesting Kite Configuration! Here's the link to download your August Monthly Calendar: https://living-astrology.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Aug-2025-Month-at-a-Gl...

Today, we’re taking the next step in our Pluto in Aquarius journey. If you watched Friday's episode, you know we’ve gone deep. We’ve named the strongman. We’ve decoded the authoritarian playbook. We’ve called forward the midwives of the new world. But today we ask the question that lives in the hearts of every awakened soul:Now what? How do we rise? What can we actually do?”We'll also chat...

Today’s Sun-Pluto opposition marks a potent moment for truth to confront power. In this episode, we begin a 3-part series on Pluto in Aquarius with Part 1: The Death of the Strongman. We’ll explore how Pluto is dismantling the old archetype of control, manipulation, and dominance—and why Trump’s recent actions (and inaction) are part of the larger cosmic pattern. Additionally, we’ll explore the ne...

The Sun moves into Leo this week and a powerful New Moon follows, forming rare and dynamic aspects to Uranus, Saturn, Neptune, and Pluto. We'll explore what this "cosmic boat" pattern means, how to align with creative courage, and why this lunation sets the stage for soul-level transformation. Plus, Jupiter enters Gate 39—Provocation—challenging us to grow beyond our comfort zone.

While the astrology sky is light on transits this weekend, there’s still magic in the air. Mercury in Leo forms a playful sextile with Venus in Gemini, fostering creative communication and heart-centered connection. Meanwhile, the Human Design week kicks off on Saturday with the Sun entering Gate 56 – Expansion, the Gate of the Storyteller, and the Earth grounding us in Gate 60 – Conservation. In...

It's a light week, astrologically speaking, with only a Mercury retrograde on tap (as if that's not enough! LOL). Mercury retrogrades in Leo this time, and we can all take a moment or 3 weeks to get clear on where our hearts are. This pause in the astrological sky provides an opportunity for me to review some Human Design with you, starting with the Centers.

Saturn begins his retrograde journey in fiery Aries on July 10, pausing at 1°56′ before making a rare return to the final degree of Pisces on September 1. This powerful rewind continues until November 27, when Saturn stations direct at 25°09′ Pisces. We won’t see Saturn re-enter Aries until February 13, 2026.In today’s broadcast, we’ll explore what this retrograde means for you:🌟 A check-in on th...

This week kicks off with a jolt of fresh energy as Uranus enters Gemini and Human Design Gate 20-Patience, inviting radical presence and future-focused change. At the same time, the new HD week begins with the Sun in Gate 53-Starting and the Earth in Gate 54-Drive, setting the tone for ambitious, grounded beginnings. Midweek, the Capricorn Full Moon brings a powerful culmination, prompting us to a...

It’s the last day of June and the start of a powerful new Human Design week. The Sun moves into Gate 39 – Recalibration, and the Earth grounds us in Gate 38 – Struggle. Today’s broadcast explores the Root Center’s pressure to evolve and how emotional clarity is essential before taking aligned action. You’ll also learn how this week’s energy sets the tone for July’s deeper theme of liberation, purp...

The cosmos is pulling no punches this week. We begin with Mars sextile Jupiter — a burst of motivation and potential — but immediately run into the walls of reality: the Sun squares Saturn and Neptune, challenging us to separate wishful thinking from what’s actually sustainable. Wednesday's Cancer New Moon is potent and pressurized, with a Yod pointing directly at Mars in Virgo, suggesting we...

Today on Living Astrology, we explore the energetic contrast between sharp precision and soft focus as Mars enters Virgo, bringing a drive for order, improvement, and grounded action. At the same time, Jupiter in Cancer squares Neptune in Aries, stirring emotional expansion, idealistic vision, and potential confusion about what’s real and what’s wishful thinking. How do we stay anchored in truth w...

Today's broadcast arrives under powerful skies. On the 13th, the Nodes shift into Gate 22 (Grace) and Gate 47 (Mindset), marking a karmic pivot in holding emotional energy and mental stories. Meanwhile, Mars squares Uranus, and Jupiter squares Saturn, creating a volatile cocktail of urgency, rebellion, and a challenge to structure. These are fireworks in the making—cosmic ones, that is. As we...

Join me as we explore this week’s cosmic dance: Venus enters earthy Taurus, anchoring your values and desires, while Mercury conjuncts Jupiter in Gemini for a burst of brilliance before gliding into the intuitive waters of Cancer. We’ll also unpack Mercury’s square to Saturn and Neptune in Aries, Venus in Taurus squaring Pluto in Aquarius, and look ahead to Jupiter’s move into Cancer on June 9. Le...

We begin the week with the Moon in Virgo square the Sun in Gemini, marking the Crisis of Action in the lunar cycle—a call to bring your ideas to life with practical, purposeful steps. Jupiter and the Earth activate the Channel of Natural Order, grounding you in your natural rhythm, while Venus and Mercury’s sextiles to Jupiter and Mars spark creativity, connection, and confidence. Let’s explore ho...