The Galactic Center, no big deal...BitchScopes for Nov 1 - 8

My favorite part of writing BitchScopes might be when I look at all the transits to determine what the theme is of the week. It’s pretty cool what happens in my brain and it seems to be almost an audible experience inside my head. That describes Mercury pretty accurately. And this week there is a lot of Mercury!

Deep thinking and exploration of our beliefs, philosophies and ethics are going to happen this week. You may not be so aware of it if you are not a Mercury ruled person, but it will be happening. There is a very strong theme of discovering our deeper, and maybe even our Divine, purposes here. Work, passion projects, and the area of your life where you are most devoted are all emphasized as well. Personal relationships make a brief visit to the party, but mostly in the form of how your partnership fits into your Divine purpose and soul’s journey. The North Node (The lessons we must learn in this life; where we are headed) is pretty strong this week, and we have the appearance of the Galactic Center, as we do every year when planets start transiting Sagittarius.

The Galactic Center is the rotational center of the Milky Way, and is thought to be the transmitter of Divine Consciousness, kind of like the Crown Chakra of the Galaxy. There is a similar vibe between the Lion’s Gate Portal and the Galactic Center, but there are important nuanced differences. The Lion’s Gate is more focused on our humanity, our limitations and boundaries as a physical being (emphasis on physical, making this more like the Root Chakra of the Milky Way), and opening up a portal that allows us to push past those limitations and manifest our dreams. The Lion’s Gate exists around the Star Sirius, which is associated with fame and glory, and opens around the Summer Solstice. The Galactic center is more of a Christ consciousness, located at about 27 degrees of Sagittarius (which the Sun transits around December 19th). The GC passes information along to our sub conscious minds from the Universe, and opens around the Winter Solstice, when the Sun is most still and the night is longest. We wait for the return of the Sun (or the birth of The Son, if you celebrate Christmas...not a coincidence.) and its light,

So yeah, (read with maximum sarcasm) no biggie that the Galactic Center is doing stuff this week. Aaaand, we have New Moon in Scorpio...a fresh start in the sign of transformations. Also pllfffft. Minor. The Sun and Moon oppose Uranus, so expect the unexpected...whatever that means. Stay open and grounded, bitches.


Nov 1

• Mercury trine Jupiter - optimistic
• Mercury opposite Eris - intense communication and exchanges

Nov 2

• Mercury square Pluto - deep thinking
• Mars quincunx N. Node - must adjust action plan; frustration
• Sun quincunx Ceres - feeling unappreciated at home
• Venus conjunct Galactic Center -feeling of Divine purpose

Nov 3

• Jupiter square Vesta - commitments at work require attention
• Mercury sextile Juno - expressions of devotion to partner are supported

Nov 4

• New Moon Scorpio - facing our inner truths, transformation
• Sun opposite Uranus - unexpected events; disruption to routine

Nov 5

• Venus enters Capricorn - romance takes on a more serious tone
• Mercury enters Scorpio - deep thinking and self discovery
• Mercury sextile Galactic Center - philosophical exploration about purpose
• Sun quincunx Lilith - your primitive impulses are repressed, feeling trapped
• Juno conjunct Galactic Center - fated relationships
• Pluto sextile Vesta - passion projects at work

Nov 6

• Mercury sextile Venus - fun and friendly interactions
• Mercury quincunx N. Node - connecting obscure dots to utilize your talents for your goals
• Venus quincunx N. Node - insecurity or finances may hold you back

Nov 8

• Chiron sextile Ceres - compassion/sympathy for the healing journeys of others

ARIES - I almost feel silly saying this to an Aries, but...be bold, especially when it comes to career or professional advancement. Use your voice and dig in your heels where necessary. If it is worth fighting for, then fight for it. Your 8th and 9th houses are activated by this week’s biggest events, so allow yourself to be transformed. Be brave enough to explore the dark, and stay open to learning something about yourself.

TAURUS - Your heart will be touched and opened up this week, particularly in regards to family. More love is needed, both for others and for yourself. Your family may need tending to, and if that is the case, tend to it with passion and focus and devotion. There is nothing more important right now. If you are deeply estranged from your family, spend some time connecting with your ancestors, or researching your family line or connecting to what you consider to be your chosen family.

GEMINI - Communication must be honest and objective this week. It is easy (for you) to argue someone down when they are clearly wrong. But this week, diplomacy is Queen. Where you find yourself completely annoyed, or even vexed, try to see both sides. If you allow your ire to run amok,you will stir up lingering trouble for no good reason. So try to flip the script when you can, even if someone is really stepping on your toes. There will be a time for you to say your peace and maybe even confront this, but the timing now is not good. So focus on the things in your life that you deeply appreciate.

CANCER - If you have been trying to avoid a fight, it may show up this week despite your best efforts. I suspect this is an issue around integrity, and it will feel important to you. It is ok to fight for what is right, but you may need to be tricky in this case. As much as it might annoy you to have to “play the game”, you are more likely to succeed if you are charming and and warm. Yes, I’m talking about “manipulation”, and it isn’t always an evil thing. Oh wait, look who I’m talking to..yeah...just do your thing.

LEO - You are due for a Victory. If you have been feeling defeated in a certain area, things will become clear soon, maybe even this week. Out of the dark places where we cry, new flowers grow, and that is exactly what will happen for you. I feel like this has a family or mother vibe around it, so if that is an area where you’ve been trying to find peace, use this new moon to your favor.

VIRGO - I continue to feel that you are emerging from something, Virgo. You are coming into (or back into) alignment with your purpose. As you continue to step in to more of who you authentically are, don’t feel rushed. It isn’t a race. The little things that catch your attention and distract you have meaning. So don’t feel like you must be perfectly austere and singularly focused. A few little side trips on your journey to the New You are good for you.

LIBRA - Are you second guessing your self already? Well that’s actually normal. It would be helpful if you were to do some work around security, and faith. You truly are OK. Use the moon this week to fine tune your manifesting goals. You have everything you need, except a little more faith in the process. If money is your concern, it may just be a bit delayed, so don’t worry. Balance is the key, as you know. So let the energies balance and trust that they will.

SCORPIO - You have the magic wand right now. Use this new moon to manifest. And then make bold moves toward what you really want. Lean on your tribe for help and advice, but realize that you are particularly blessed right now witht he power to transform things in your life. Joy is one of the keys to unlocking a financial step up for you. Embrace joy, and more joy will show up. And that energy is “the secret”...

SAGITTARIUS - You may feel more emotional than usual this week. Remember that these surges of emotions are coming up to provide healing. Keep swimming. Keep moving forward. Keep breathing. Keep pushing. Cry while you do the work. A lot of things are happening in your life all at once right now, and it can feel overwhelming. But you are safe, and this will pass. There will be a gift on the shore after the water recedes.

CAPRICORN - Realizations, some of them humbling, some of them empowering, are likely to be rolling through your mind this week. See the tough situation through to its end. Even if you are worried about people who do not have your best interests in mind, push the envelope right up to the line with them. Trust that the Universe has your back and will bring justice and balance to any situation. Sometimes it is you that needs to be taken down a notch, sometimes it is someone else. The conclusion of this issue is needed, and will be coming sooner than anticipated. Stay in integrity and things will go your way.

AQUARIUS - Harsh truths may need to come out this week or shortly there after, and this likely pertains to work or the people you work with in some way. Some of the harsh truth will be said by you, and trust that your voice is speaking for more than just yourself. Some of the harsh truths will come from others. But do not doubt that you are strong enough to take on whatever this fuckery is. As much as you dish out, be willing to take the same amount. Ultimately this situation will level you up significantly in more than one way.

PISCES - There may be a possibility that you are overlooking. Are you determined to stay on a particular path just because you have stayed on it this long? What if an adjacent path offered more of what you truly want? Use the new moon to tune in to your deeper desires so you can manifest them. And don’t be afraid of exploring your dark side...without darkness, the light means nothing.

"Because you're worth it" BitchScopes for October 25 - November 1

The Sun is in Scorpio now, and this is one of my favorite transits and times of the year. My love for this season is in part due to the weather, but I also just love the energy of this time of year. I feel like people are more open somehow. Or maybe they just feel easier to read, since I am an empath. The other side feels nearer, which is strangely comforting.

This week has some intense moments. Scorpio is part of that, but the Sun squares Saturn on Saturday and that can be a bit of a downer for some. However, some people feel productive and focused during that aspect. There is definitely room for productivity, discovery, and power plays this week. Mercury is a bit all over the place, so we may be a bit moody and maybe even conflicted. When Mercury moves into Scorpio on the 5th, that conflict will melt away and be replaced with clarity and depth. Until then, we may be better served by just focusing on ourselves and enjoying whatever is around to offer enjoyment. Interactions with difficult people could be frustrating and interactions with new people may leave us feeling a bit bored or unimpressed. Rose colored glasses are something to be aware of this week too. If you temporarily pull back from other people a bit, you are likely to enjoy your own company more than usual. Writing and poetry and whatever kind of music floats your boat are favored this week.

Shave your legs, change your sheets, open your windows, and drink the good wine. It’s that kind of week...enjoy it.

Oct 26
Venus square Neptune - self sooth, self care, insecurity, not seeing self clearly

Oct 28
Venus sextile Jupiter - social fun

Oct 30
Sun square Saturn - heaviness
Venus trine Eris - sexual power
Mars enters Scorpio - passion, empowerment, competitiveness
Mercury quincunx Neptune - confusion in communication and understanding

Oct 31
Mercury trine Jupiter - optimism

Nov 1
Mercury opposed Eris - intense communication and exchanges


ARIES - The Scorpio sun lights up your juicy 8th house, suggesting that interpersonal and intimate relationships are at the forefront. Old “stuff” and feelings may rise to the surface from the depths where you thought you left them. They come up now for complete healing and positive transformation. You are encouraged to say yes to opportunities and adventures this month, but follow your gut and don’t force yourself.


TAURUS - Your 7th house of “others” is activated by the Scorpio sun. You are in a transition of some kind in your life. Let the Universe reveal to you the people who will make up your new tribe (it may still contain some long term members). Listen to your heart this month, and let the reflections of your friends show you who you are (It will be affirming).


GEMINI - It is time to reclaim your schedule and your routine, and be more in service to yourself. This time of year, your mental bonfire can take a backseat to more sensory input thanks to the season. As you allow yourself to take it in, also do some emotional work around forgiveness of self and others this month. Rearrange your obligations, appointments, or whatever is within your control, and design a routine that feels more nourishing to you.


CANCER - Your 5th house of play is lit up during Scorpio season. You can bite off a big ol’ hunk of magical belief and frolic in the mystery of the season. You can let go of practicality for a bit and just let your inner child jump in the puddles and leaves and give your whole self a break from reality. Your cup will also be refilled by being around the sights and sounds of water. Even if it is just the sound of your bathtub filling up, let your mind wander while you do so.

LEO - The parts of your personality that are normally extroverted may be lingering around the home front quite a bit more this season. Whatever you do, build a fire in your fireplace or firepit and really feed that Leo soul. This time closer to home will offer you healing and security. If you feel you’ve been wronged either recently, or something from the way back past has risen to the surface, the literal hearth can offer a lot of healing and safety. Lean in to your family (chosen or birth) or roots to gather in the wisdom and love of others.


VIRGO - This Scorpio season it is time for you to use your voice, literally. If you are a writer, it is time to put yourself out there. If you have been avoiding the spotlight out of fear or timidity, lean in to the energy of Scorpio to give you boldness. If there is something you need to say to someone, this is the time. It is OK to stand out from the crowd, even if you do feel incredibly vulnerable while doing it.


LIBRA - This Scorpio season, get out your manifesting wares and get busy. You have an opportunity to bring a long held dream into fruition. The timing is right, and when opportunity knocks, you’ll be ready to answer. Trust the Divine to bring this to you. You may feel uncomfortable at first about surrendering control and feeling like you need to work harder to have more. Remember: joy is your Divine birthright. Let it show up for you.


SCORPIO - This is obviously your time to shine. But your time doesn’t just begin and end with Scorpio season. Use this time of year to really give back to yourself. Nurture yourself. Spoil yourself to the extent that you’re able (and that doesn’t always require money if that’s your excuse). Luxuriate more. Fill your home with sensory gifts. Do something as simple as taking better care of your skin, because really we are talking about the 1st house...and that kind of IS your skin, isn’t it? Anyway, be Oprah for yourself this month.


SAGITTARIUS - You’re going through a really deep journey at the moment, and parts of it are difficult. But other parts are blissful. If you aren’t experiencing the latter, then maybe you need to let yourself off the hook just a bit. Day dream. Fantasize. Recall the wishes and dreams and longings you had when you were younger. A lot of things are going to fall in to place for you next year. Take this time, in this season of diving deep, to remember the desires of your soul.


CAPRICORN - Change the pace of your life a bit so that it matches the rhythm of your soul. Great accomplishments are ahead for you, but rushing and burning the candle at both ends won’t get you there any faster. Some things you must just surrender to Divine timing. As the child of Saturn, you know this already. So settle down. Slow down. When was the last time you allowed yourself to be swept up in the energy of the holidays? You need that, so step in to the healing glow of twinkle lights and fireplace chats and thinking about making your dreams come true.


AQUARIUS - Your career is slated for a significant breakthrough pretty soon. But your moral compass may be tested in the meantime. Are you ready to handle the additional power that you will have? What about the money? What about the attention? The Universe will be letting you practice what you preach in preparation. Walk the walk, and be brave and honest.


PISCES - Take time during this deep season to examine your personal beliefs and philosophies about life, love, success, etc. Are you surrounded with people who inspire you? Do you give too much power to the opinions of other people in regards to the direction of your dreams? Your own voice is the most important. There is healthy compromise, and there is unhealthy compromise...do you know the difference? Take time this month to figure that out.

Aries Full Moon - Tempers and Power Struggles - BitchScopes for October 18 - 25

Oh boy. I think we are in for a high energy week. There is a significant amount of Martian energy, as well as a Full Moon in Mars’ home sign of Aries. Things may go from passive aggressive to plain ol’ aggressive. The good news is we are likely to feel motivated about our goals and dreams. The uncomfortable part is that we may be a little too gung ho and run over some people on our way to our desired destination. This full moon is one that we need to keep an eye on, and by that I mean we need to keep an eye on ourselves. This moon squares Pluto, and since full moons have a tendency to make us more emotional in general, you can bet this one is no exception. Things that have been simmering on your irritation stove may come to a full rolling boil. Right after the moon is full, Mars opposes Eris and squares Pluto, and that’s not a pile of cotton balls, kids. And then, the Sun sinks into deep Scorpio waters for us to dive deep and see what we can bring up from the depths for transformation.

Overall I highly recommend you do what you can to make yourself feel comforted. But that might include letting yourself get mad. Anger is a healthy and normal emotion. Even Jesus got angry occasionally. It is healthy to feel it, and to express it within acceptable boundaries. It is not healthy to: bury it, deny it, talk yourself out of it, project it on to someone else, take it out on someone unrelated to the issue, or lose your shit in an inappropriate way or cross someone else’s boundaries with it. If you feel old wounds festering and becoming aggravated during this time, write it out. If there is a person that you feel anger towards, write a completely unfiltered letter to them. Say all the things you would not actually say for fear of ...whatever. Say it all in this letter. Read the letter through ONE time. Then burn it under the full moon (or any day, really.) and let it go. Then place your hand over your heart and give yourself some compassion and forgiveness if necessary.

Here’s to staying out of jail this week, and being very productive instead.

Oct 18

• Jupiter Direct - out with the old and in with the new
• Mercury Direct - thank Goddess, amirite?
• Mars trine Jupiter - motivated for success

Oct 19

• Venus quincunx Uranus - feeling restless in relationships; craving change and excitement

Oct 20

• Full Moon in Aries - danger Will Robinson! Potentially emotional and angry

Oct 21

• Mars opposed Eris - standing up for oneself, defensive
• Mars square Pluto - confrontational

Oct 22

• Sun enters Scorpio - take a deep breath as we all go deeeeep

Oct 24

• Mercury quincunx Uranus - spurts of genius
• Sun quincunx North Node - sacrifice or adjustment needed to reach goal or “calling”

ARIES - Since this Full Moon hits you right in the face, you will need to pump your brakes on being overly aggressive or disregarding the feelings of the people around you. Your Sun will be square Pluto, and your ruling planet is in Libra. (Next week Mars will be at 29°, so we’ll talk about that more then, just giving you a heads up). You may be feeling disempowered and more likely to be reactive to anything that feels remotely like someone trying to get in your way. Best advice for you this week is hit the gym hard. Because like a labrador puppy, a tired Aries is a calm Aries.

TAURUS - This full moon will land in your 12th house of secrets and the unconscious realm. You could come face to face with your shadow and it will be confusing AF. Or you might have something revealed that you were trying to keep hidden. Having compassion for yourself is key when you discover things about yourself that are less than pleasing. Meditate, pray, go outside, spend time alone. But be cautious about shutting people out. You might really need quiet more than solitude, and you may find company comforting as long as they are not talking too much.

GEMINI - You may experience some discomfort in your friend groups this week. Maybe you finally see someone for who they really are. Or you may finally feel ready to let go of a friendship or association that just doesn’t give with you anymore. Some kind of upset or power struggle among your peers at work is a possibility as well. With your ruling planet direct but still a little slow, you may not feel as intellectually equipped as you usually do. It might be better to say nothing for now. If you’re going to get angry, it may come a little later in the month.

CANCER - Your competitive side may come out at work this week. You are lined up to receive recognition, which is great. But you may realize that it comes with a price that feels a little too steep. The moon is your ruling planet, and having it in Aries can create a lot of emotional tension, so you are more likely to lose your cool. Turn your nurturing magic on yourself this week, and use the moon to release any old hostilities.

LEO - Boredom could get the best of you this week. And because you are likely to be feeling a little cocky, you might step out of bounds trying to captialize on your own energy. Make sure that actions you take this week are in alignment with your moral compass. If you can answer yes, then you stand a good chance of having a very productive week, as you will draw the right kinds of attention.

VIRGO - This full moon might trigger some sexual healing. If you are indeed in a new-ish relationship, you might be at that stage where real intimacy and deeper sharing happens. This is always a little unnerving. If you feel safe, you have a green light. If you don’t feel safe, you need to do some deeper examination of why.

LIBRA - This moon falls in your 7th house, so a power struggle with your partner or significant other (at work or at home) is a possibility. Chances are, unless you’re with another Libra, that your partner may get peeved with you, and of course you hate that. As always, you have charm on your side. But don’t over use it or be inauthentic. If there is a problem in the relationship, pay the proper attention to it and allow it to be healed. If handled correctly this will strengthen your bond.

SCORPIO - This moon might just motivate you to make necessary changes in your routine or environment, or even your habits. You might finally feel like you can commit to a positive change. It may come on the heels of a realization about an unhealthy habit or situation around work; but once the light comes on about this, you won’t be able to remain in the status quo. This is likely to be very positive for you.

SAGITTARIUS - Lucky you! This Full Moon lands in your house of fun and romance, and you have Venus transiting your sign. So you are charming and ready for some good times. Others will notice this about you. You have the ability, at times, to change the mood in a room. This is one of those times, and it is to the benefit of others who could really use some fun right now. So get out there and mingle!

CAPRICORN - This moon highlights your home life. So you may become keenly aware of things you wish to improve or change, or you may get the “let’s move!” bug. You might also feel annoyed with others under your roof if they don’t do things the way you like them done. Keep your temper in check. Biting off the heads of your children will only make you feel crappy later. Ask them to help with projects rather than getting upset that your family can’t read your mind.

AQUARIUS - You may be busier than you’d like this week, running around and getting things done. You’ll be productive,but you are likely to also be irritable. You are prone to misinterpreting emails and taking things people say the wrong way, as well as coming off a bit too harsh with others. Try to slow down and be aware of what you say and how you say it. You have a lot to do, but rushing will only make it sloppy.

PISCES - This could be a very good week for you financially. If money doesn’t literally show up, you may find an error in your favor in your budget, or in some way strengthen your sense of security around finances. I would wait until after the full moon to move money around. And be sure to keep your eyes open for income opportunities that may show up in the light of this moon.