Self Help Witch

Shadow work is supposed to help you. So why does it make it feel like your life is falling apart? If you've started doing shadow work and everything feels worse, not better, you're not doing it wrong. That's actually a sign you're doing it right. In this video, I'm walking through 5 uncomfortable signs that your shadow work is actually working, even when it feels like regressio...

People pleasing keeps coming back because it works—and that's exactly the problem. In this video, I'm breaking down why every fix you've tried hasn't stuck, what's actually driving the pattern underneath the behavior, and what healing people pleasing really requires (hint: it has nothing to do with setting better limits or saying no more often). We're going deep on the addi...

The astrology of May 2026 brings some wild astrology that's set to change everything–seriously! Today we're covering what's coming with May's astrology and what it means for your life: Mercury's emotional excavation, the Uranus in Gemini cazimi that changes everything, a healing crisis mid-month, and the fated challenge that lands around May 25th. Three plotlines. One wild, tra...

April 25th, 2026, Uranus moves into Gemini until 2032–and our paradigms are about to be blown up.💥 Uranus hasn't been in Gemini since the 1940s, and most of us have never lived through this energy before (outside of that brief preview window between July and November 2025). It's also the final outer planet to change signs in a series of massive cosmic shifts we've been in the middle o...

I used to treat astrology like a Da Vinci code. I thought if I could just crack the right combination of transits and placements and timing, I could engineer the perfect life. 😮‍💨🙃 Then 2023 happened: one of the most stressful years of my life. I gave birth, lost my grandma, and my mom got diagnosed with breast cancer. I spiraled, obsessively tracking transits, looking for reassurance in my mom...

If you're sick of doing inner work with nothing to show for it, I'm about to show you exactly why you keep attracting the same situations–and more importantly–what to actually do about it. This isn't about manifesting harder or thinking more positively. I'm sharing exactly what to do to update your programming so you can finally create something different, starting *today*. I'l...

April 2026 is the month everything shifts. Here's what's coming for your sign. Uranus enters Gemini on April 25th —one of the most significant astrological events of the year — and it's happening alongside a powerful Aries stellium that has Mars, Mercury, and Saturn all conjunct by the 19th. Fire, momentum, and paradigm-breaking energy are the themes of this month, for every single sig...

Nobody told you that spiritual awakening doesn't end. Here's the map I wish I had. If you've already done "the work" and still feel like the ground is moving beneath your feet again, you're not back at square one. You're just in the next cycle. And once you understand how this actually works, everything changes. In this video, I'm walking you through the 5 stages...

Mercury retrograde has a reputation for being one of the messier astrology transits, and Mercury retrograde in Pisces 2026 earns that title. Mercury is in detriment AND fall in Pisces, which means the details get fuzzy, feelings cloud the facts, and everything feels a little sideways. But I've stumbled onto a way of working with Mercury retrograde that has genuinely changed how I experience th...

You've done the therapy. You've read the books. You know exactly when the same old people pleasing, perfectionism, overthinking, and self-abandonment derail you, and yet you still can't stop yourself in the moment. Most people mistakenly think this is a discipline or motivation problem, but the real culprit is something much deeper–and surprisingly, much easier to work through. Once yo...

February was a lot. Like, a lot a lot. If the last few weeks have felt like the ground shifted beneath your feet, you're not imagining it. Astrologically speaking, February 2026 was one of the most pivotal months of the year, and we're still very much in the aftermath of it as we move into March. If February was a wrecking ball, March is rebuilding from the rubble. In this episode, I'm...

Join me on youtube for our live March astro forecast: https://youtube.com/live/_YnICaJUQpo?feature=share Hi. I'm back!! If you've been subscribed to Self Help Witch for a while, you may have noticed things went quiet. I owe you the full story, and that's what this episode is. In about five minutes, I'm going to tell you: What happened and why I went quiet The decision I made that I...

Today we're covering Imbolc rituals for beginners! When you're new to magical practices, celebrating the Wheel of the Year Sabbats can be overwhelming – there's tons of info out there, which can make it hard to know how to begin celebrating Imbolc or any other Sabbat. So my goal in this video is to give you everything you need to understand the energy behind Imbolc, plus my favorite si...

Today, we're exploring how to harness the energy of the Full Moon in Taurus happening November 15, 2024 for magickal workings. First, we'll talk about the different exciting astrological signatures involved in this full moon. Then, I'll share 3 themes + questions for magical contemplation to inspire your rituals or spellwork intentions. By the end, you'll have a thorough understanding of the energ...

Today I'm sharing ideas for how to celebrate Samhain 2024 as a cosmic witch! You couldn't ask for better astrology to celebrate Samhain this year! The astrology of October 31, 2024 is PERFECT for clearing out what's ready to be released and communicating with your spiritual allies. ABOUT Dana Solara is an astrologer, sorceress, and the creator of Self Help Witch. In her work, she weaves astrology,...

Today we explore Jupiter Retrograde 2024—what it means for your personal growth and how you can work with its energy to bring clarity into your life. Jupiter stationed retrograde in Gemini on October 9th, 2024. This transit can make us question our beliefs, choices, and the path we're on. While this transit may feel like a cosmic time out, it's crucial to remember this period is not just a natural...

Navigating Pluto Retrograde in Capricorn with Alexandra from Nine Lives Astrology | Self Help Witch In this episode of Self Help Witch, Dana dives into a compelling discussion with Alexandra from 9 Lives Astrology about Pluto's retrograde back into Capricorn for the last time in our lifetime. Alexandra, a Capricorn rising, brings profound personal and collective insights on Pluto's impact,...

In this episode of Self Help Witch, Dana hosts fellow astrologer David Odyssey to delve into the often misunderstood world of challenging aspects in astrology. They also explore key astrological cycles such as Saturn and Uranus and their implications on personal development. Tune in for powerful insights about challenges in your chart and life! 🧙🏻 MORE FROM SELF HELP WITCH → book a reading → get...

This week features a Leo New Moon that's overshadowed by Mercury stationing retrograde and Venus entering Virgo, along with an interesting narrative with Venus and Mercury. We explore how these cosmic shifts may influence various aspects of life, offering insights and practical advice on how to navigate the week with intention and clarity. 00:00 Introduction to the Leo New Moon 00:39 Cosmic Co...

Today, to celebrate 50 episodes of the Self Help Witch podcast (and youtube channel!), I'm sharing my 3 most impactful realizations about how to connect with your creative flow. These are the biggest a-ha moments I've had since starting my podcast in 2022. I hope they inspire you to start to make your dreams a reality! 🫶🏼 WORK WITH SELF HELP WITCH Book an astrology reading: https://selfh...

In this episode of Self Help Witch, Dana and fellow astrologer Alex Amorosi dive deep into the profound impacts of Saturn returns and its transformative power. They discuss the intricacies of Saturn's cycles, its role in shaping individual identity, and the constructive outcomes of navigating these challenging astrological periods. They also reflect on the personal experiences and common theme...

Ready to see another side of Saturn? Since the beginning of June, Saturn has been camping out at 19° Pisces – conjunct my natal Venus and squaring my natal Moon. Despite the challenges these aspects have brought up, Saturn ultimately helped me realize 3 important truths that I'm sharing with you today. If you're going through with Saturn or if you ever get anxious about Saturn transits, th...

In this episode of Self Help Witch, you’re in for a treat – I’m sharing a recent reflective astrology reading I had the pleasure of doing for my friend Kearstin. Reflective astrology is a healing practice in which we examine the chart of a challenging moment or period to gain spiritual perspective. In this reading, we looked at a pivotal moment in Kearstin's life – from late 2022 to early 2023...

The Self Help Witch Podcast is the only podcast teaching spiritual seekers how to use astrology to embody their potential, power, and purpose. Hosted by teacher and astrologer Dana Solara, each episode will show you how to use your birth chart & the astrological transits to reconnect with your authentic self and co-create a deeply fulfilling life with the universe. FREE WORKSHOP: Dancing with...

It's a Gemini party this week – get ready for a Venusian new moon and a flurry of mental activity with the Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, and Jupiter gabbin' together in Gemini. Listen in to find out exactly what's coming through, what to expect, and how to make the most of this energy. Connect with Self Help Witch: Subscribe to my substack publication, Witchy Wisdom Weekly, to get the wee...