In their first ever in-person-with-each-other episode, Dena and Katie get together in Dena's Portland home. They review their take-aways from the Mercury Retrograde in Aries, which ended on April 25th. They discuss their continued discomfort with Aries energy and how it pushes them to assert themselves, even though they are sensitive water signs! And they reveal what they learned about boundaries and mean-teasing. Listen in!

And, be sure to reach out with your questions for our special Q & A episode. Listen for contact information in this episode!

Mercury Retrograde Dates:

Mercury stationed retrograde: Apr 1, 2024 at 27° Aries

Mercury stationed direct: Apr 25, 2024 at 15° Aries

(pre-shadow: Mar 18 - Apr 1, post-shadow: Apr 25 - May 13)

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This episode of "Let's Get Real Astrology" dives deep into the electrifying Jupiter-Uranus conjunction happening April 20, 2024. Dena and Katie explain how this cosmic alignment shakes up our values, finances, and relationship with security. They explore the potential for innovation in our relationships to our bodies and our health. They also discuss how this transit supports a long-term shift in how we view abundance. Whether you're ready to embrace change or hold on tight, this episode equips you to navigate the exciting, unpredictable energy of this powerful conjunction.

DATES:

Exact: 4/20/24

Influence: early March 2024 - 5/27/2024

(previous close pass: mid-August 2023 - late September 2023)

Degrees: approximately 15 degrees Taurus - 29 degrees Taurus

Cycle: Roughly every 14 years

Last one: late 2010 - early 2011 in late Pisces (January 2011 peak)

Related Episode:

Jupiter in Taurus

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This episode of "Let's Get Real Astrology" dives deep into the fiery chaos of the 2024 Mercury Retrogrades* – all three happening in the passionate fire signs (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius). Dena and Katie explain how these transits can lead to misunderstandings, impulsive actions you might later regret, and the potential for travel snafus. But fear not! They also provide helpful tips on navigating this cosmic communication breakdown and even using the retrogrades' energy for self-reflection and revisiting past projects with fresh eyes. So, tune in and get ready to tame the flames of frustration and turn these retrogrades into opportunities for growth!

*Dates, signs, and degrees:

Mercury stations retrograde: Apr 1, 2024 at 27° Aries

Mercury stations direct: Apr 25, 2024 at 15° Aries

(pre-shadow: Mar 18 - Apr 1, post-shadow: Apr 25 - May 13)

Mercury stations retrograde: Aug 4, 2024 at 4° Virgo

Mercury stations direct: Aug 28, 2024 at 21° Leo

(pre-shadow: July 16 - Aug 4, post-shadow: Aug 28 - Sep 11)

In Leo: Aug 14 - Sep 8

Mercury stations retrograde: Nov 25, 2024 at 22° Sagittarius

Mercury stations direct: Dec 15, 2024 at 6° Sagittarius

(pre-shadow: Nov 7 - Nov 25, post-shadow: Dec 15 - Jan 2)

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Katie on IG: @sparkthesun

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