As the days of Summer fly by faster than most of us want it is a great time to slow down and remind ourselves that we are also like the plants and the animals, and we need a time to rest and rejuvenate under the Sun’s rays. The solstice that occurred on the 21st of June was our doorway into the 3 months of Summer and a time to reflect and nurture ourselves. July see’s us deep into Cancer season and that means we are swimming through a month of intuition, emotional sensitivity, and a need to nourish.  The crab in medical astrology has rulership over many important body parts. She rules the breasts, the stomach, the uterus and how we approach food through our emotional state. She is the natural mother of the zodiac and will try to nurture all around her be it her own children, friends, and fur babies. This is a great month for us all to relax, sit back in the warmth and nurture ourselves as well as those around us. It is a great time to check in with your emotions and find the time and space to rest and rejuvenate.  If we are to vision ourselves and the calendar year as a tree, we have grown to full size and the summer months are about the leaves and fruit we want to manifest. It is time for the subtle refinement of what we have been creating. The new moon in Cancer on the 28th of June was a beautiful addition to July’s astrology to help us bring clarity and illuminate our paths ahead.

This month’s energy sees you moving fast, yet feeling the desire to stay home and tidy the nest at the same time. With Jupiter and Mars in the sign of Aries this is a great month to get to work, create that new exercise routine and get busy with some focused self-care.  Your digestive system needs some love and attention this month with some probiotics, fibre and green leafy salads.  Are there foods you are eating that are upsetting your system and you know you are reactive to? July is a fabulous month to reassess your eating habits and keep a food and mood diary to see what is and isn’t working for you. The second half of July moves the focus from self to career and visibility with new opportunities and invitations for both work and play. Spend the first half of the month nourishing yourself as by the full moon on the 13th your social schedule will hit high speed.

July brings a fascinating energy to your house this month with the need to plant the seeds and nurture the soil in the areas of your life you want to see bloom. The energy is not high speed for you but more of a slowdown, fertilize what is of value and then by mid-month you can see where the new growth has occurred. Your immune and nervous systems are needing some attention so best to get enough quality sleep, keep the stimulants to a minimum to lower your cortisol levels and try some great immune boosting and adrenal supportive herbs. Codonopsis, matcha and rhodiola can all be fortifying without too much stimulation. Watch the sweet treat habits as July can trigger emotional eating like no other month can. It can be great to have some chocolate now and then but be aware of what is creeping into your daily routine. 

Ok, now that the birthday festivities are long gone its time to sit back, rest and see what parts of your life need some love and attention. July can fell a bit too emotional for the cerebral and overthinking Gemini’s. It is a great month to tap into your intuitive side and garden your own emotions for what you want to nourish and what needs to be weeded out of your life. The new moon in the end of June asked you to assess what is of value to your health and what habits need to be released. Always in need of nourishing your nervous system this month is no different. Lots of magnesium rich foods, fish or linseed oil, seeds and nuts will help your frazzled system. Your detoxification channels are also asking for a cleanse so be sure to up the fibre, leafy green vegetables and above all please remember to drink enough healthy fluids to keep your system flowing smoothly.

I am loving this month’s energy for the Cancer babies as you celebrate what we call in your solar return (birthday). With the beautiful new moon in Cancer on the 28th of June to the full moon in Capricorn on the 13th, the start of this month brings abundance, flow, and a time to thrive and put into action what you want to manifest for the year ahead. Enjoy the celebrations but remember to nourish your physical body as well. Your adrenals will need some extra love so go easy on the stimulants and alcohol. Keep some B vitamins and magnesium on hand for the big energy days and remember that you need to rest as much as you celebrate to keep your sensitive system in balance. Lots of water is always needed so make sure during these hot months to drink and replace your electrolytes. Get yourself into some water as well, be it a pool, stream, lake or the ocean and soak up the sun’s rays to reset your circadian rhythms. Have a fabulous month, the planets are all in alignment to help you celebrate.

Ok my lions, it's almost time to celebrate but you need to wait until after the full moon on the 13th to put things into action mode. The month before one’s birthday is actually a great time to rest, reflect and nourish the body so that you can enter your ‘next year’ in a state of wellbeing and vibrancy. Your immune system as well as your digestive system and intestines are asking for some extra attention so be sure to include some fermented foods, probiotics, vitamin C and zinc rich foods into your routine. The full moon at mid-month is highlighting how you take care of yourself on a daily basis. It’s time to set into place some healthier routines and rituals to nourish yourself as you move into your next trip around the Sun.  Magnesium is your ruling mineral, and this can be found in dark leafy green vegetables, dates, almonds, avocados, and dark chocolate.

July brings with it a social and busy month ahead for the gorgeous earth goddesses. There are places to go and people to see and help. Your altruistic side is in full swing as you gather and support those around you. With all this extra helping energy you need to remember to nourish and rest so that you are not giving from an empty basket. Your nervous system which is forever in overdrive needs some extra fuel and support this month, so make sure to bring protein rich snacks to your events. Fortify your body with extra oils, avocados and fish or linseed oil. Magnesium is needed by the bucket full in July too. Be it with nuts, seeds and dark leafy greens or consider a supplement to give you that extra boost. The party will really get going by mid-month, at the full moon. Its time to let loose and enjoy yourself rather than always working. Make sure to give yourself and your calendar some free space to dance, flirt and be a little more outrageous than normal.

This month sees you glowing and growing in the work/career sector of your life. Where you have been working hard you now get the recognition and accolades you deserve. It’s been a hard working first half of the year and your body is likely tired and in need of some well-earned rest. Enjoy the limelight but remember that sleep, time away from work and your adrenals need some support too. B vitamins, magnesium, licorice, ginseng and rhodiola can all be great to uplift your tired system. Work-life balance is something you need to focus on for July with pulls in both directions making you feel torn and worn.  Once you hit mid-month things will feel more settled and flowing. So put in the hard work until the full moon and then sit back and enjoy your rewards.

July brings an energy that makes you feel in your flow and groove as you enter the summer months. There is a feeling of synchronicity pointing you in the larger direction that you have not seen in a while, and this is an exciting adventure if you are willing to take the risk. Tune in to what life and your body are telling you. Your nervous system is feeling a bit wired and tired with all the great information you are downloading so it’s a good time to support your body with healthy oils, B vitamins and magnesium. Your liver is needing a bit of a summer holiday as well,  so ease up on the alcohol, chemicals in your care products and get yourself some dandelion root tea or herbal bitters to cleanse the system. You will feel rejuvenated in no time with a bit of focus on what your body is asking for.

July see’s you go deep and introspective in regard to how you spend your time, energy and emotions. The new moon at the end of June brought energy to things long forgotten and hidden away from your conscious mind. July is asking you to allow things to come to the surface to be examined. You can then decide if they are serving you and the directions you want to be going or if they need to be thanked and released. The physical body is asking for a bit of a detox while you are doing your emotional cleanse as well. Fibre, fresh water, and green juices as well as hot water and lemon to start your day will be fabulous to add into the mix. Herbs to support your lymphatics and bowels will take it one step further. Calendula, licorice, dandelion, schisandra and valerian are a great place to start.  It's all about what is of value and support to your life and what needs to be released.

July is a month of opposites for you, with a pull between those closest to you and their needs versus what you need on a self-care level to feel balanced and strong. Partners, friends and those closest to you will be needing your energy and time, but by mid-month you need to pull back and find your inner strength and center. This doesn’t mean you can’t be out and social but you need to assess the people that make you feel vital versus those that are energy vampires. Self-care is health care, so be sure to spend some time reading, journaling, bubble bathing and massaging. Your adrenals need some nourishment as well so pull back on the caffeine, alcohol, and sugar so that your body has time to reset itself to factory settings. Lots of fresh fruits, summer berries, seeds and nuts will help to nourish and stabilize your blood sugar levels too.

July is a fascinating time for the water bearers as you are not known for your love of routine in daily life, yet this is exactly what the universe is asking you to do. The focus needs to be on finding daily health rituals that can feel sacred rather than boring. I often ask aquarians to think of this not as a mundane task but a sacred ritual to support your health and wellbeing. So, what is it that you can do to support yourself that you know you have needed to be doing but just haven’t? Drinking more water, eating more vegetables and leafy greens, exercise or just simply starting the day with a healthy breakfast? Pick one or two and find a way to make it a re-connection with yourself and your body. Along with this new plan bring in some summer berries, cooling vegetables and soothing smoothies to support your digestive system. Enjoy the changes and think of it this way, you can rotate the rituals weekly so as not to feel stuck in a boring habit.

July brings a joy to the Pisces world that feels it’s been missing for quite some time. The months energy is asking you to put down the heavy work schedule and bring in some serious play and laughter. Dance, sing, connect with a love interest for some bedroom fun or just celebrate yourself with some shopping, fine dining or whatever it is that makes you feel joy and happiness. The summer sun is asking you to celebrate yourself and your magical existence. Make sure to rest between parties and that alcohol and caffeine are not the only fluids to keep the body going. Sleep may be needed in larger amounts than normal but think of it as dream time to live in your other world. Great teas for deep sleep include any digestive tea, licorice, ginger, chamomile, valerian and vervain. Have fun but remember to rest. Get yourself into nature for a battery recharge and then enjoy the summer festivities.

This month’s energy is a big change of pace from the previous few. We have had the Sun enter Gemini on the 21st of May, but we have also had mercury retrograde as well. The good news is the retrograde, when a planet looks like it is moving backwards in the sky and things tend not to go as planned, is moving forward again starting on the 3rd of June. The month also started with a new moon in Gemini on the 30th of May so that sets us all up for a month in flow with the growing moon at the start of June. This is a fabulous time to ponder, journal and plan for what we want to create in the 30 days ahead. This is one of my favorite health assignments for my clients, that they work with the increasing moon (from the 30th of May till the 14th of June) to set into motion what they want to achieve and do with their health. It’s a time to act, put in the hard work and get your momentum flowing. Once we hit the full moon on the 14th of June you can celebrate what you have started and can relax a little, let the energy of the decreasing or waning moon slow your progress as you readjust your goals but also take some time to reflect and rest until the next new moon on the 29th of June.  

In medical astrology Gemini rules the nervous system, the arms, hands, and fingers as well as the lungs. It’s a great month to put into practice some type of breathing exercise be it alternate nostril, Buteyko, Wim Hof or whatever works for you. It’s a month where the seasons are shifting, and we need to recharge and realign our bodies and our nervous system which is the computer system of our entire body. Just as the weather will fluctuate so will our energy, be aware of your battery life and go with the flow of what the body is telling you. If you are tired, do not push it, if you feel amazing then take on the world. Sleep becomes a priority to recharge ourselves as does getting into the sunshine to make some much needed vitamin D and serotonin. Many of the planets this month are coming into their home signs (Mars, Venus and Mercury), this alignment from the 14th till the 23rd of June will be a beautiful energy to find your flow!

This month’s energy see’s you able to conquer the world if you put the right energy and focus in. The planets are all playing well for Aries this month so get to work and get creative. What projects and plans do you want to spark into life? What part of your health needs some focus and attention as well? This month see’s my dynamic rams full steam ahead, so just make sure you are not making it up as you go but actually steering the car in the direction of your dreams. With Jupiter happily hanging out in Aries for a few months you need to be careful you are not overindulging food or drink wise as this tends to bring out the celebratory vibe in our lives. Make sure to be eating enough protein to stabilize your blood sugar levels and keep the exercise routine at the front of your to do list. Supporting your nervous system with magnesium, B vitamins and some soothing tea such as peppermint, skullcap or oats should do the trick. Watch that you are not snacking too frequently and remember that every achievement this month does not need to be celebrated with food or alcohol. 

Now that your birthday season is over it's time to come back to your daily rhythms and put into action all those amazing things you planned for the new year. The momentum will build during June and by the full moon on the 14th you will feel the energy swell that will bring you the ability to conquer big mountains.  Your physical body is asking for some attention this month as you assess what is of value to your health and wellbeing. Consistent movement and mealtimes will get your body into a circadian alignment that brings easier results than usual. As we head into the warmer months your body and nervous system will feel like they are back in alignment. Fiber, plenty of fluids and some deep breathing will help things flow and function at their optimum. If your dreams feel like they have gone technicolor at night and you are waking unrefreshed then grab a sleepy time tea or some night time magnesium to help your body into a deeper level of slumber.

Are you feeling like you are a live wire this month? The energy is amazing to see out your birthday month and it's time to take advantage of these extra superpowers you have been given.  To manifest to the best of your ability you need to create a plan though, as your usual fly by the seat of your pants won’t get you nearly as far. The new moon on the 30th of May is just begging you to press the reset button on some health and fitness goals. Your nervous system is always in need of some extra help and this month is no different. Magnesium rich green veggies, remembering to drink water and admitting that going to a dance party is not the only exercise your body needs is a great place to start.  Oily and deep-sea fish, avocado, olive oil or even some extra fish oils (or Omega 3 algae oils if you are plant based) will all help to soothe your wired nerves. Valerian, skullcap, lavender, or chamomile tea at the end of the day can help shut down your busy brain for a better night’s sleep.  Enjoy this month as it's pretty amazing, but remember you have a physical body that needs to thrive, not just survive till the end of June.

The month before one’s birthday is always an interesting and introspective time. The planetary energy is often asking us to contemplate and retreat before the rebirth that starts a new cycle.  The new moon on the 30th of May is asking you to go within and release all that is not serving you and your physical body. Create a new plan for the year ahead, ask yourself what you want to feel and embody with your health and wellbeing. June is a planning month; July will be the action month so take the time to get things ready and make it easy on yourself to put the plans into action. The full moon on the 14th may bring some great insights as to how you will approach your health for the year ahead so make sure to tap into your intuition, gut feels and nightly dreams.  Your Immune and digestive system are both in need of some extra love this month too. Probiotic foods, fiber, consistent mealtimes, and proper quantities of sleep will all help to realign your system. Warming digestive teas are also in the cards so get out the lemon and warm water, ginger and lemon balm teas.

June’s energy should be feeling fantastic though at times the wind will be flaming your fires a bit too much for your liking. It’s an action month for you, with creative plans and projects full steam ahead. You need to make sure you rest as well, or the creative fires can turn from a glowing coal into a messy fire that leaves you feeling burnt out and depleted by month's end. Steady and stable needs to be your mantra when it comes to projects and socializing. Remember that saying no to things brings as much power and energy as creating. When June feels like it is spinning too fast, sit back, ground yourself in nature, dance in your living room by yourself or sit and do those deep breathing exercises that you know make you feel so much better. Magnesium rich green vegetables, citrus fruits and some nervous system support will make everything feel better. Lemon balm, ashwagandha and nettle tea are a great place to start. Watch the alcohol and caffeine intake too as this month’s social schedule can see you out and about more than normal.

June is asking you to find a balance between work and home life. The new moon at the end of May is asking you to take steps to realign your energy expenditure to what is important, not just making the most noise, especially when it comes to work and those in your working environment. You are so efficient and great at taking action that those around you always depend on you but its time to act on your own projects be it at work or in your home life. Think of June as the month of planting the seeds of what you want to grow and making sure you water and nourish that area of your life. Your digestion needs some extra love now as well, probiotic, and fermented foods, lightly steamed vegetables and some yummy green juices/smoothies will help to sooth your unsettled system. Dandelion, nettle, and ginger tea is a great place to start as well as some extra magnesium and herbal adaptogens. If you are having trouble getting to sleep with too many thoughts try a meditation podcast or deep breathing exercises while lying in bed rather than scrolling on your phone. No electronics for 1-2 hours pre bed is important for your extra sensitive nervous system and circadian rhythms.

The energy of June will feel like a wind of inspiration and insight has been delivered to your door. It’s a month where the energy will flow, and your new ideas and plans will be coming in fast. What sparks do you want to ignite in your world and how do you want to tend the fires? It’s a month to consciously give your energy to the projects that touch your soul rather than the ones you feel you should do. Always one to support others, its time to give that energy to yourself and see what you can make of it. Exercise and movement are the medicine for June’s energy as well. As you move your body it will be a way to embody the thinking and creative ideas you want to put into play. Watch the sweet tooth this month as certain planetary placements will create a few cravings. Zinc, magnesium, and B vitamins will hopefully give you the energy hit you are looking for without the sugar. Peppermint and licorice tea can be a great substitute for treats after dinner and keep the ashwagandha and matcha tea on hand for that adrenal burnout if you are feeling overstretched.

June is an interesting time for the scorpions of the world. The new moon on the 30th of May is asking you to tap into that pool of emotions you own but not to get caught in the deep end of the pool. Take a quick dip to feel your way into the beginning of the month but then action those emotions into a plan that has value and concrete substance. It’s a social month, with many offers and insights into the people around you, just be cautious with where you spend your social piggy bank of energy as you are a bit more sensitive now than you realize. On the physical front your body is asking for some detoxification and purification, be it a sauna, steam bath, Epsom salt bath or a good body scrub. It's time to shed some layers and emerge from the stagnant energy of the past few months. Make sure to support your intestinal health as well with fiber, plenty of fresh water, leafy greens, and some magnesium to get things moving. Seeds and nuts as well as citrus fruits can help to balance the system as can some deep and slow yoga and breathing practices.

I am excited looking at the planets this month for you, my archers. The new moon on the 30th of May is igniting your social calendar and you will find it’s all about friends and lovers for the first half of the month. Get creative with your activities and bring in some exercise classes, yoga and walks with friends rather than just going to the pub or café. The second half of June is all about your needs and your physical body. What is it asking for health wise and how can you better facilitate that to happen? Your adrenals as well as your nervous system need some extra love and support too. Oily fish, avocado, olive oil and some calming teas such as chamomile and lemon balm will go a long way to helping you relax. Adrenal herbs such as green tea, ashwagandha, ginseng and codonopsis can all be great to add into the mix. Sleep is also a remedy that you often forget about, make sure to get some early morning sunshine on your skin and go to bed at a regular time to help realign your circadian rhythms to the coming change of seasons.

I like the feel of June for you mountain climbers, as its time to take care of yourself and your physical body with some fun rather than your usual workaholic tendencies allow. The planets are all lining up in your creative, home and health environments and are asking you to take some time out and feel into what your body and nervous system are asking for. Your home environment is ready for a detox, closet clean out, or in health terms a fridge and pantry overhaul. Get rid of all those stale and out of date foods you no longer should be eating and do an awesome shop at your favorite health food store to call in the next season of health and vitality. The new moon on the 30th of May has planted the seeds for you to look at the details of your health and wellbeing regime. Make some lists of what you want to manifest for your health and then act each week of this month on something small and doable. Your intestines are asking for some love, be it from extra fiber, a warming digestive tea with ginger or cinnamon and some turmeric added to your food regime. Probiotic foods will also help to balance the system as would a good amount of steamed green veggies. As you enter Summer you should be feeling fabulous and revitalized if you just do a little groundwork in Spring.

June’s energy should be feeling light and fast which is just to your liking. The Air element is strong in June, and you can capitalize on this creative spark if you remember to ground and plant the seeds of creation rather than just thinking things into being. It’s a month to get creative with your health regime and do a little home maintenance for your body. Yes, that right, you own a body not just a brilliant brain so get your feet into the earth, go for a hike, swim in a lake or ocean and activate the energy from the ground upwards to bring your body into alignment before Summer gets into full swing. Your nervous system always needs some extra attention and June is no different. Breathing exercises, magnesium rich foods by the bucket full and good hydration practices will keep your body at its optimum. Focus on getting enough protein in your diet as well to help stabilize your energy levels and keep you on your creative and social path. At mid-month the full moon will highlight your humanitarian and social schedule so make sure you have taken care of the physical before the activities get underway. 

June has some interesting energy to teach the sensitive Pisces about balancing life between how you feel and how you think.  It may appear like the world is asking you to be more cerebral than normal and you need to go with the flow and allow this at least from the new moon on the 30th of May till the full moon on the 15th of June. I know it feels like no one is giving you the time to feel your feels but by mid-month if you have done some thinking about what you want to create and bring into manifest, especially with your health it will all feel easier after that. By the time the solstice happens on the 21st of June you will be back swimming in your happy sea of emotions as well as feeling seen and heard. Make sure that you support all this brain work with some consistent mealtimes, enough protein to stabilize your blood sugar levels and not too much caffeine or alcohol. Herbal teas to support your digestion will also help to settle your sensitive nerves and emotions. Turmeric, ginger, lemon balm and dandelion root can all be useful. Be gentle with yourself, patient with the world and it will all feel better by mid-month.

This is a lush month ahead, with our energy finally grounded in the earth sign Taurus to bring some stability after the hectic fire of Aries season. The energy this month is stable, yet dynamic with a few eclipses thrown into the mix. We start the month off with a new moon in Taurus on the 30th of April, which is a partial solar eclipse as well. Eclipses at a new moon are about big shifts of energy, both in a positive and a disruptive way. So, with this new moon you need to look at what needs to be brought into your life, what changes need to be made in your physical environment and how you value yourself and your surroundings. Taurus is about what we value, on both a material level but also with our physical body. This is a fabulous month to make lasting and large changes to your health and attitude towards your body. The full moon on the 15th in Scorpio (also an eclipse) is about what we need to release, it’s a detoxification moon in a very big way! What we resist to release will likely be taken away so best to spend this month doing a ‘life reset’ or detox both on a food and mood level. It can be a powerful month ahead, just make sure to take some action so that you are the one choosing what you are changing and releasing.  We also have another Mercury retrograde starting on the 10th of May and lasting till the 2nd of June. I am trying to think of this as the added energy to review and renew within our lives be it mental, emotional, or physical. The retrograde is happening in the sign of Aries which gives it an added energy of being about the self and the physical body. 

This month see’s the dynamic fire signs on a come down from your hectic April which may have left you feeling ready to hibernate after so much action. This is a great month to locate some good down time, reflect on what you want to bring into your life and what old habits and thoughts regarding your physical body you want to release. The new moon is asking you to create a new vision about how you value your health and then to do a big purge of outdated ideals. A physical detox can do wonders for your health, so investigate a new version of a cleanse that works for you be it a juicing day or two, a no sugar and alcohol month or something more creative. The foundations you lay down can have amazing results. Your adrenals need some extra love too, so don’t forget your B vitamins, magnesium and herbal adaptogens such as ginseng or ashwaghanda. 

Wow, this is a big month for you, with energy popping all over the place and making you feel a bit frazzled and pulled in too many directions. Know that what you start and create now with your health can have long-lasting effects so make some great changes and choices this month. With the new moon activating your personal health and physical body its time to make a few shifts rather than think about what you want to change. With the eclipses activating the Taurus/Scorpio axis if you don’t make a few moves the universe will make them for you. That’s not to say you can’t have an amazing, lush birthday month but you need to make some healthy plans as well as the restaurant reservations. Fluid and hydration are important so treat yourself to a new water bottle or water filter. Focus on alkaline foods such as leafy greens, red and purple berries as well as root vegetables. Support your physical with some great movement too. Is it time to reactivate that gym membership or treat yourself to some new running shoes? Enjoy this month but keep grounded in the reality of what the body really needs not what your taste buds are asking for. 

This is an interesting month for my Gemini peeps. The weeks before one’s birthday are actually a low point energy wise, and one needs to reinforce their immune and adrenal systems. I like to think of it as a reset time, a period where we need to hibernate and consider what we want the next year to be about in both work, friendship, and health. Now is the time to create the wish list of what the next year is going to look like, but its not time to act just yet. Review to renew I would say. The new and full moon are activating the routine and ritual part of your chart so its best to find some sacred solo time to connect with yourself and the universe. It is also important that you examine the details and daily routine that you gift your body and make some plans as to how you will change this for the better. Your digestion is asking for some extra support as is your immune system so make sure to be including some fermented foods, probiotics, extra fibre, and green veggies into the mix. Herbal teas such as echinacea, ginger and lemon can all be of great support. 

This month see’s a focus on the creative side to your life as well as how you do ‘social’ in this new world. There is action to be taken in the groups and friends you want to have around you. The detox that needs to happen for you is about how you spend your time with people and who is worthy of your presence? Research on stress and women tells us that when things get intense, we are best to connect with others rather than isolate ourselves. With the last 2 years making it hard to socialize, this month is asking you to reconnect and rejuvenate with others. Dancing, music, and creative hobbies are all a great way to connect. Make sure it's an equal exchange of good vibes. Your nervous system needs a bit of a boost as well, fish oils, olive oil, walnuts, linseed, and avocado can be of support. Magnesium to keep the energy levels high and some added chill out teas for once you get home from the party. Passionflower, valerian, and hops are all great to help you wind down.  

I like the feel of this month for the Lionesses. It is a bountiful energy for you with good juju happening in the work/career sector of your chart. It’s a great month to plant the seeds of future projects and success that you want to create. With all this focus on future career it will pull energy away form the home front, this is not a bad thing but will need some adjustment and attention. It’s a good time to look at and detox your home environment so that it is not weighing you down. A good fridge and pantry clean out or a month without sugar, alcohol or gluten may be on the cards. Its also important to detox your living environment of possessions and people that are taking up too much of your home space so be aware of who’s energy you allow into your castle. Your stomach needs some gentle support with all this change, add in some extra fibre, probiotics and magnesium and things will flow better through your system. 

This month’s energy see’s you needing to focus on your nervous system even more than usual. The new and full moon are highlighting your communication, connection, and travel sectors of your chart and likely you will be busier than normal be it with study or adventures. May is asking you to assess what information comes into your life and how you use it. Do you need to reassess how many things you are trying to do/study and embody? A digital detox and a deep dive into your time management will see you feeling like you have 2 extra days in each week. Consistent mealtimes, focusing on protein at each meal and some digestive bitter, enzymes and probiotics will help your system feel like it is finding a better rhythm. Oils in the form of avocado, olive oil, raw seeds and nuts as well as fish oil can all help to coat and soothe those frazzled nerves. Make sure your iron and B12 levels are not deficient, so that your body can oxygenate at optimum levels and thus produce more energy.  

The words for Libra this month should be release, declutter, and decompress. It is well past time for you to make some hard decisions about what should stay and what should go in your life. Yes, I am talking on all levels, mind, body and spirit. This month’s energy will make it feel easier to let go and make those decisions about what is and isn’t important anymore. The best question to ask yourself is, ‘is this of value to my life and who I am becoming?’ Food choices, exercise and emotions all need to be considered. Bowel, reproductive and thyroid/metabolism all need some love this month as well. Extra fibre, dark green veggies, the cruciferous family of foods and plenty of filtered water to help flush away the debris. Water with lemon slices, a decrease of alcohol intake and some good physical exercise will all bring a balance to your life that has been missing for the last few months. 

This month’s energy should feel like it is vibrating at your speed. Its an intense month with the juju all focused on Scorpio and Taurus vibes. The planets are asking you to consider how you spend your energy balance between helping others vs yourself. The new moon in your opposite sign of Taurus is asking you to find balance with yourself, friends, relationships and how you support your physical health. Is it time to create some better health routines and relationships with your body and your food choices? The full moon on the 15th in your home sign is asking you to release your old patterns and ideas about yourself.  Its time to release some old stories and call in the energy you want. Detox your dietary choices, keep a food and mood diary, and see what is making you feel fabulous and what is pulling you down. Fibre, plenty of fluids and some liver work will all come in handy to assist this process. Dandelion, nettle, and valerian tea can aid this process as can a good magnesium boost and some probiotic foods. This is not a month to ignore what your body is asking you to change, go with it and enjoy the reinvention. 

This is a fascinating month for you if you put in the work, there can be some amazing changes and shifts in regard to health and spirit. Its not fun and exciting but its time to look at your daily routine and how you nourish yourself. The new moon at the beginning of the month is asking you to initiate some big changes, think of it as an inner journey to uncover your true health and wellbeing. How can you make daily health habits into a sacred routine that supports you consistently? That is where the real gift will be. By mid-month the changes you have made will be quite tangible and the energy will be there to release all that is not serving you on a physical and personal level.  Your digestive and immune system both need a boost, so be sure to include some fermented foods, good probiotics, extra fibre and green leafy veg. Fennel, olives, bitter greens, and a bit of dark chocolate should also be on the cards. The food you chose to eat, gets broken down and becomes part of your every cell so pick wisely and you will be greatly rewarded. 

A fascinating month ahead for you as the universe is asking you to focus on creativity and play rather than work and career. Do you need to take yourself out to a new art or dance class? The new moon at the start of the month wants you to let loose and live in the moment of joy and sensuality. Maybe spend some of your hard-earned money on a luxury item be it clothing or a night out. Your physical body is asking for more movement be it dance, running or bedroom antics. The full moon by mid-month will see you shifting your focus on to the friends and community front. Get rid of the dead weight that is no longer serving your higher needs be it outdated friends or projects. Lighten your load and your emotions and mental health will be glowing once these changes have been made. Saffron, turmeric and hypericum are all fabulous herbs to lift the spirits (just check any contraindications with prescription drugs first).  Citrus fruits, berries and bright colored vegetables will help to cleanse and lift the system into its next level of being. Enjoy the glow up, you have earned it. 

This month see’s some big decisions and changes on the cards if you are willing to accept the assignment. The new moon is focusing on your home and what that means to you. Its time to take a realistic look at the roots you are laying down and if this is where you want them to be. Your digestion and emotional eating habits are also needing some love and attention. Keep a food and mood journal for a few weeks to see how you are processing both your emotions and your food choices. The planets are asking you to check in with your whole physical body not just your brilliant brain and mind. By mid-month the awareness and shifts you make will start to show and you will be full steam ahead with projects and visible results. Digestive enzymes, bitter foods, or hot water and lemon can all help to ground you at the start of the day. Slowing down to be present with your foods at mealtimes and turning off the computer of putting down the phone. Vagal nerve exercises such as alternate nostril breathing, humming, singing, and gargling can teach your ever high wired nervous system that it is time to relax and digest. Herbal teas such as lemon balm, licorice and peppermint can also do the same. 

May brings with it a chance to reassess where you spend your precious energy reserves and to make changes that will have far reaching benefits. The new moon is asking you to analyse how you spend your daily energy bank account on projects and communication channels. Are you spreading yourself too thin and not getting anything finished? Its time to look at the details of your daily life and reorganize yourself. Saying NO to projects and people will have an expansive shift on your energy levels and free time that you need to use for your own dreams and visions. Your nervous system is also asking for a rest and reboot. Making sure to get 8 hours of quality sleep, decreasing your caffeine and alcohol intake for the month as well as a digital detox can do wonders. Nourishing your nerves with some extra B vitamins, magnesium and healthy oils will help to rejuvenate your overworked nervosa system. Making sure you are getting enough protein at each meal will help to stabilize your erratic energy levels. By mid-month the changes you make will feel like you are on the right track and can initiate some of those bigger plans you have been wanting to get to but have not had the time or energy to do. 

This topic is really a book in itself but is a fun area to consider when one is single and looking to connect with a future partner. What should you look for in a partner astrologically I hear you ask? There are lots of areas of astrology that show a good connection or match but often there can be as many potential warnings as there are good signs. I will give some ideas below, but these are not hard and fast rules just suggestions and potential paths of connection. One of my favorite ways to look at compatibility is via elemental energetics, let me explain further. 

Elements 

The yang elements are fire and air. They are compatible with each other as well as themselves. Thus, fire with fire, fire with air and air with air. The same goes for the yin elements being compatible with each other. Earth is compatible with earth as well as with water. Water is also compatible with itself. This is not to say you can’t date someone of an opposing element as opposites do attract, you just need to realize you may speak slightly different love languages, support and communicate from different angles and as you progress in a relationship what once was an exciting difference can turn into a frustration point. 

The way I like to explain it to clients is this. Fire rules spirit and action, air rules thinking and communication, earth rules the physical/concrete and water rules the emotions. Thus when a certain person is one element and another person is the opposite element ( Fire to water, earth to air) they will often approach a situation or complication with a differ attitude and angle in how to deal with it and this can cause friction between apposing ideas and action plans. The same is true for fire to earth and air to water. So, in summary, Yin with yin elements flow more easily together as do the yang with yang. 

You are also so much more than your Sun sign element; don’t forget you have your Moon and your rising sign, and these can make up for opposing elements between Sun signs. Moon compatibility is potentially as important in a relationship as the Sun sign. One also looks at the inner planets such as Venus and Mars which are considered vitally important in relationship analysis of charts. I hope this has given you some insight into astro match making, as I said before it really is a whole book to explain it properly. Also, sometimes we need to date our opposites or people that are completely different from our astrological makeup as these are the people, we can learn the most from. 

Fire signs – Aries, Leo, Sagittarius

Air signs – Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius

Earth signs – Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn

Water signs – Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces

xo,

Kira

The spring equinox has come and gone (20th March) and thus starts the zodiacal new year with the beginning of Aries season. April starts with the new moon on the 31st/1st of the month and calls in the Aries energy for us on another level. Aries is all about new beginnings, courage, self-focus and action. Thus, this month is asking us, what our mission is and how we can head our souls ‘call to action’ ? As we work our way around the astrological year, I thought I would introduce you to the body parts and systems of each sign the Sun is travelling through, that way by this time next year you will have more insight into which signs oversee what areas of your physical body and have a better understanding of how to nourish them. 

Aries rules everything to do with the head and all it contains. Like the ram that runs with their head down and horns up into things, Aries are known for running headfirst with their courageous and excitable energy and thus their head suffers the most of any of their body parts. Headaches, high fevers, sinus issues are common as is vertigo, head colds and redness to the face be it flushing, pimples or cuts. They also rule the adrenal glands and are known for burning the candle at both ends undertaking life’s adventures. Adrenal exhaustion is the biggest thing to guard against as is an immune system left weakened by too much excitement and activity.

It’s your month, how are you going to shine? April starts with an amazing new moon for you and it’s a great time to write that wish list, create that dream board and book those flights for the adventures you can finally take. Think big and act on those dreams, it’s the month to lay the foundations for ALL that you want to create. The new moon on the 31st/1st allows you to plant some pretty magical seeds so make sure you tend to the soil that you are planting in so there are nutrients for your plans to thrive. As always your adrenals need some love and attention, with adequate sleep, some extra B vitamins, magnesium as well as some adaptogenic herbs.  Your dreams at night may be on full power this month so make sure to journal and consider what your higher self is trying to teach you during your sleep state. April is selfie month for you so while you are busy with the festivities of your birthday make sure you also take time out to nourish your physical and re-connect with who you want to be over the coming year.

The first half of this month may feel a bit intense as all the Aries fire can be a bit overwhelming to your stable life. Know that this energy won’t last past the 20th of April and may actually be a great time to get some things done in a quicker than usual fashion for you, tidying things up before you hit your birthday magic. I promise the energy will calm down by mid-month when the Libra full moon feels like a balm to your frazzled system. This is a great month to refocus on the little details regarding your health. Use this action energy to make some permanent changes that you have been pondering lately and put them into a ritualized daily practice. Your digestion and intestines are asking for some love, be it some cleansing green juices, more fiber or some great probiotic foods or supplements. It's also time to get your body moving after the slumber of Winter and get yourself outdoors and grounding with Mother Nature.

I am excited for you and the month ahead; with all this fire and Aries energy you can ride the wave of activity and social connections till your heart and soul feel nourished and seen. It’s a busy month ahead with creative projects overflowing in your mind and social invites in abundance. Its going to be a lot of fun if you remember to get sleep between all these activities and to eat on a semi-regular basis. Focus on a fabulous and nourishing breakfast in case the rest of the day runs away form you. Protein and some slow burning carbohydrates will start the day well, eggs and vegetables, smoothies or a healthy protein bar if you are on the run. Your nervous system will forever need recharging and this month its vital you give yourself the extra nutrients that you will be burning through. B vitamins, magnesium, healthy fats/omega-3 oils as well as remembering to hydrate will all go a long way to fortifying you while the world spins madly to your pace. Hot water and lemon, some good liver cleansing teas such as dandelion or schisandra will help to calm your body after your big nights out. Have a fabulous month, I am excited to see what it holds for you.

This month’s energy see’s you feeling a bit pushed and pulled over the first few weeks with work/life balance feeling like its heavily swayed to the work side. It may feel a bit rushed and intense, but the first two weeks can be some of the most productive days of the year ahead if you remember to pull back and rest come the second half of April. The new moon on the 31st/1st is asking you to plant the seeds of career and vocation in the field you want to see them grow. Make the effort to assess where and how your time is spent and then act on it rather than pondering if it’s the right thing to do. By the full moon on the 16th it will be time to rest, stay under the covers and read your favorite romance/fantasy novel for a few extra hours. Your digestion, which is always sensitive, is asking for some extra attention this month, so be sure to do some great home cooking/prep days so that you have plenty of nourishing meals waiting for you instead of grabbing another piece of toast or hitting the chocolate or ice-cream stash. Some lemon and ginger tea as well as digestive enzymes and green leafy salads are all on the cards to keep your body feeling light and flowing. 

This month’s see’s the energy calling you to expand your horizons, be it travel, study or finding more spiritual practice in your daily life. The new moon at the beginning of the month is calling your soul to light the fires of inspiration and adventure be that something close to home or in the ethers of the universe. Communication is also key, so be sure to speak your truth, vocalize what your are needing/feeling to those around you and the month will glide by in a festival of fun, creativity and inspiration. Your nervous system is asking for some extra love, do some breath work, get yourself outdoors to recharge your batteries in Mother Nature and nourish your body with some extra magnesium and other essential minerals. Your liver is also asking for some extra love be it via a decrease in weekly alcohol intake, some dandelion root tea or a good liver detoxing green smoothie/ juice to start the day. The cabbage family is calling your name to help balance your system and hormones. Cabbage, broccoli and broccoli sprouts or green powders can make you feel less stagnant and more ready to take on all the adventures that April has to offer.

Dig deep and find your value is the theme of April for you. The new moon on the 30th/1st is asking you to analyze your deeper urges, feelings and processes to see what is holding you back and keeping you up at night with whirling thoughts. These first two weeks can feel a bit uncomfortable and awkward but if you do the deeper work by mid-month you will be feeling refreshed, vibrant and unstoppable. It's about tilling the soil on a deeper level to then plant the seeds that will grow into powerful and strong trees that bring abundance to your life. Take time out for yourself this month and really feel into what your soul and body are asking you to do. As you go deep you also can match this with detoxifying and cleansing on a physical level. Dry skin brushing, saunas or hot baths with magnesium salts or a great skin scrub will be just the thing to shed your old layers. Fibre, probiotics and magnesium to keep the intestines flowing smoothly and helping to release all that you no longer need.

This is a busy month for you my gorgeous Libras with the call to analyse what you have been doing for the last 6 months and how you can make adjustments to refine and remediate what you want to embody. This is not to say you need to get stuck in paralysis by analysis but you do need to review and revise your focus, needs and strategies regarding what you are wanting to create and then get to work on putting that into action. The Aries energy can feel a bit intense for you as it is your opposite sign, though in opposites we may find our missing energy and can harness this to move mountains if we embrace the uncomfortable. The full moon at mid-month is highlighting how you need to shine with your own health and wellbeing rather than your usual focus on others needs. What is your body asking you to do? How can you nourish and give back to yourself in ways that you often sacrifice in taking care of others? Your adrenals are needing some love too, so get those adaptogenic herbs, B vitamins and magnesium on the kitchen counter so you can remember to take them every day not just once a week. Ginseng, matcha and turmeric are all calling your name to fortify your system and give you that extra energy boost. 

This month’s energy see’s you analyse and refine your health and what your body is asking for on a daily basis. Yes, I know you are more than aware of your needs and physical issues but April’s new moon is asking for a revision in order to bring a renewal of energy and vibrancy that you have not felt since your birthday last year. The first two weeks are about the physical, how and what your body needs to feel nourished, be it more leafy vegetables, bitter foods to stimulate your sluggish digestion or some extra fibre to keep those bowels in a happy place. What can you do every day to feel more aligned and in flow with your body? A food and mood diary would be great to get you back to basics as we enter Spring. The month's full moon takes you on more of a spiritual and intuitive journey for the second half of April. Now that you have tended to the physical for the first part of the month, the second half is calling you to tap into your spirit and soul needs. Get out those crystals and candles, do a tarot or astrological reading to find the symbols and messages your higher self has been trying to tell you. When spiritual work is being done it is also a good time to fortify the immune system. Zinc, vitamin C and D are all in high demand so get those supplements out of the back of the cupboard or focus on foods high in those nutrients.

April see’s you on a high of creative energy for the first half of the month, with the new moon highlighting passions, inspiration and even some sparks of romance if that is what you are wanting. It’s a joyful start to the month but be aware that you can not live on champagne and protein bars alone. With your social schedule getting busy by month's end you need to spend the first half of the month focused on your physical and inner life. A spring clean of your closet, home and refrigerator is in need, do a pantry restock of the foods you love that you know your body and health will benefit from as well. If you are feeling uninspired to do any cooking, then find a new meal service that fits your taste buds as well as your health needs.  Your body is asking for some good movement and exercise now that the colder months are ending. Its time to get back to your fitness routine , get your circulation going and loosen those muscles that have become tight and stiff during winter. Your body always feels better for movement so get back to that yoga or Pilates class, buy some new running shoes for inspiration and use this fiery Aries month to realign your physical with your mental body.

Work and play! This month’s energy is asking you to find some balance in what is often a one-sided party in your life. I know work makes you feel fabulous and it's easy for all your energy to go in that direction, BUT April is asking you to look up from your desk and see what other fabulous things are going on around you. The new moon at the start of the month is asking you to plant the seeds of new habits regarding homelife, nourishing your inner child and giving back to your physical body. With the last 2 years blurring the lines between work and home, now is the month to re-establish the boundaries between these two areas of your life. Your emotions and inner needs are calling for some separation and ‘me’ time. What routines and things can you do in your home environment that will help you to rest, rejuvenate and nourish your body and soul? Your digestive system needs some love and attention, with soups, root vegetables and extra hydration to help ground you and get things flowing. Digestive enzymes, pineapple, papaya, and kiwi fruits can assist this process as can sitting down and being present when you eat rather than working through your lunch hour.

This month sees you feeling lighter and more energized now that we have shed the energy of Winter. There has been a party of planets in your sign over the last few months that may have made it feel like you were juggling too many balls and not able to relax or let your guard down. I am happy to say that this energy is easing with more fun and adventure on the cards rather than so much ‘serious’ and work. The new moon at the start of the month is asking you to make new connections, say yes to things that you would normally be hesitant about and to let loose with some new friends and adventures. But before you go running around like crazy make sure you nourish your nervous system after all it has been doing for you. Make sure to get enough protein at each meal, having some extra healthy fats and oils as well as magnesium to help recharge your batteries. Remembering to eat would be a great place to start as would some liver nourishing foods such as artichoke, bitter greens, and dandelion or schisandra tea.

Well, your birthday month may be over but there is still a bit of a planetary party happening in your sign. Keep riding the wave of good energy as the month see’s a magical meeting of Jupiter and Neptune in your sign at mid-month. This is an energy of expansion and dreams, a spiritual expanse that will be just to your liking if you can manage to keep yourself grounded and not lost in fantasy land. This is a month to make some big wishes, shoot for the moon with your dreams but by mid-month you need to get to work on manifesting these plans and grounding them in some sort of physical reality. Exercise and getting yourself outdoors into nature is a good plan to keep you from floating away. Barefoot walks on the grass, finding some new hiking trails or getting back to your gym are great ways to turn this energy into the tangible. Your immune system is always in need of some love and this month is no exception. Echinacea, astragalus, ashwagandha as well as some medical mushrooms, zinc and vitamin C. Your thyroid and metabolism will be happy for the exercise but make sure your diet is rich in iodine, carnitine and B vitamins to keep the metabolic fires burning.

There’s so much happening in our skies this month, I almost don’t know where to start. As we enter month three of 2022 things really start to get rolling. We’re already deep into Pisces season and the dreamy, water sign brings with it a bit of magic, escapism, and rose colored glasses. The planets that rule Pisces are Jupiter and Neptune; one’s the dreamer, and the other’s the growth and abundance planet. Not since 1856 have both planets been in their home sign together, with the Sun also joining the Pisces party.

March is a month for dreaming big, but also a time of confusion and lacking boundaries. It has a great feel to it but don’t get too relaxed and overconfident. If we lose focus this month,  reality checks from other planets will kick us while we’re down.Overall, it’s a great month to plan, dream and project what you want to create in life. Write those ideas down so you don’t forget them, and act on them once we hit Aries season on March 20.Plant the seeds this month at the New Moon in Pisces on the 2nd but realize the growth will be a little delayed.  

This month sees a seesaw for your energy. One part of you is achieving and kicking some great goals in your work sector, while another part of you wants to escape. Your spiritual side may call you to go on retreat, be it a bubble bath, a day in bed with a great book, or a health retreat. The New Moon is asking you to consider your intuitive nature and tap into what your higher self is wanting you to do, become, and create. Be gentle with yourself before Aries season starts on March 20, and take that extra day off of work, get more sleep and let your body rest. 

Your immune system needs some love, so be aware not to burn the candle at both ends. Sleep, meditation, and zinc rich foods such as pepitas, oysters and red meat can all support your system.This month’s Full Moon is highlighting how you approach your health on a daily basis. It’s asking you to readjust and create some health routines that can be considered sacred rituals in your life. Make a list of how you can bring more rhythm to your overall approach to health and wellbeing. 

This month’s energy is asking you to look at the community and friends that bring you connection and grounding. Who are those people that support you, even when you’re feeling stuck and weighed down? It’s time to get real about how you spend your social energy budget and do a bit of a pruning back on activities, groups and people in your life you may have outgrown.The seeds of new friendships can’t grow unless you get rid of the weeds that are in their way. 

Your nervous system needs support during this shift, and it’s a great month to get creative in the kitchen. Buy yourself that amazing new cookbook you have been wanting, take a cooking class, or just have those special people you want to see over for a grand meal. Nourish your system with magnesium rich green vegetables, healthy oils, and some iron rich foods. Your body is needing those building blocks to get through this last month before spring. Turn up the fire a bit with ginger, garlic and rosemary if your system is feeling cold and lethargic. 

It’s been a full-on first few months of 2022 for the twins, but in all kinds of fun ways and the adventure’s not over yet. The big ideas, dreams and information you gathered over February can now be utilized to create some pretty amazing things if you stop socializing enough to get some things done. Your work and career sector are lighting up with the New Moon on the 2nd; it’s time to journal or create a Pinterest board about what you want to manifest. You’re allowed to think and dream big right now, but need to find a bit of patience for things to actually manifest. Think of March as the dreaming month and April as the doing month.

In preparation for the “doing month” you need to make sure to get enough quality sleep to keep up with all that you’re manifesting. Lights out should be earlier than normal, and maybe get yourself those blue light blocking glasses you’ve been thinking about just in case you do a late-night creative session on the computer. Herbal teas to help you wind down and sleep can come in handy such as: chamomile, skullcap, lemon balm, and valerian. Magnesium before bed can also be great, as can tart cherry juice or a small protein snack. 

This month will see you find your flow as the waters of Pisces and the New Moon activating your big picture ideas area get in sync on March 2nd. February likely felt a bit off kilter with thoughts and emotions, but this month should bring a calm to your soul that you haven’t felt since the start of the year. It's not to say your brain won't still be busy thinking and creating, but it's also a month to plan big, dream large, and plant the seeds of what you want to create in a well-watered garden. It's time to slow it all down a bit, find time to walk near the water, take a bath, or just do some gardening on the weekend. 

Both your nerves and your liver are wanting a bit of a detox from the chaos of the last few months. It’s a good time to decrease the alcohol intake, and support the liver with some dandelion tea, bitter foods, or hot water with lemon to start the day. Omega 3 oils, avocado, oily fish, and a few seeds and nuts to nourish the nerves. Try to get some routine into your day with set meals and bedtime. Your circadian rhythms are in desperate need of some routine. Sleepy herbs, fiber, and a little protein snack before bed will all help you to feel much better when the alarm clock goes off in the morning. A bit of exercise and movement is also on the cards, so get back to your gym, yoga studio, or renew your online workout app. 

Go deep or go home is the motto for the gorgeous lions this month. The New Moon on the 2nd is taking a deep dive into your emotions and psychological patterns and needs. It’s a month to stop and really feel what your body, heart and mind is telling you what’s important and what can be released back to the universe. What in your life gives you the deepest connections both to yourself and to others? What’s really of value and how can you have more of that in your life and shed the layers that are no longer serving you? 

While you are busy releasing, it’s a good month to focus on detoxification channels on the health front. Are your bowels/intestines happy, or do they need more fluid, fibre and flow? Magnesium, B vitamins and probiotics can all assist in helping to reset your system and support this process. Dark green leafy vegetables, fibre rich grains, citrus fruits and some green juices are on the cards. How you value your physical body needs some love and attention, so take the time to really think about what you’re asking your body to do and support it in getting there. 

Big dreams, big plans and some great energy to get things organized; sounds like an ok month for you? The first half of the month starts with the New Moon in Pisces sees you helping others, balancing your “me time” with relationships, and getting your big dream projects down onto paper. It’s not a time to push forward and try to get your own way; the harder you push the more mud you will find yourself stuck in. With the Full Moon in your sign in the second half of the month, you’ll feel like you can finally get your ‘thing’ going. All those plans made can now be actioned and manifested. 

Your adrenals need some love, as does your urinary system which is all about balancing the mineral content in your tissues. Magnesium, B vitamins, green tea and some adrenal herbs can help fortify you in the first half of the month to replenish your over-worked system. Sleep and keeping a regular routine so your circadian rhythms can get back into some type of order will also help you feel grounded and stable. Probiotics, cranberry, zinc and vitamin C will help to support the kidneys, as will lemon slices in your water and alkaline foods such as vegetables and spirulina. Treat yourself to some great digestive and adrenal teas and get out your great tea pot that you save for special occasions and use it every day to remind yourself that you’re special every day! 

This month starts by asking you what’s important to your daily health and routine? What parts of your health have you been ignoring and are needing attention? It’s all about the details and what you can do with your daily eating and exercise routine to make it feel more sacred. This is the key to staying the course and not getting distracted with social invites and work deadlines. It’s time to think of your needs for a change and put into place some great new habits around eating, sleeping or exercising. 

It’s a great month for a food and mood diary to check in on what your body is telling you. By the time the Full Moon comes around on the 20th, you’ll be feeling centered and in the groove. You can then spend the rest of the month working on big plans and dreams, as you’ll have the energy and drive to manifest. Adrenal herbs such as astragalus, ashwagandha and licorice can all help to fortify your system and help fill up that empty battery. Magnesium, vitamin C foods, and some sleepy teas to wind down in the evening can also help to rebalance an out of kilter Libra. 

March sees you settle into the new energy of 2022 after what may have been a slightly uncomfortable or out of sync 2 months. There have been a few big energy shifts that have put the spotlight onto your sign, and it’s time to be honest about what is, and isn’t, working for you. Never one to shy away from shedding your skin, this is a great month to get creative and dream big about all the changes you want to make. The New Moon on the 2nd sees your creative fire at full power and it’s a great time to take advantage of this extra energy.

Your body may have trouble keeping up with all your plans. Remembering to eat regular meals, drink enough water, and to go to bed at a realistic time will all be vital in keeping you going. Cooking in larger quantities to have more leftovers, ordering in healthy meals, and keeping the pantry stocked with healthy choices is a must as you won’t want to stop the creative flow once it’s going. Your nervous system will also need some help to keep up so a bit of extra magnesium or coQ10 for energy won’t go astray. Keep an eye on your iron levels and add in a few extra iron rich foods to this month’s shopping list. 

Ok my adventure seeking Centaurs, this month is all about your groundwork and foundation of what you want to create for the rest of the year. What things do you need to plant and put into place to allow you to flourish in the coming months? The New Moon on the 2nd is asking you to prioritize what you need to focus your energy on and adjust accordingly. This can be big picture dreaming which comes second nature to you, but you also need to ground your dreams in a bit of hard work and realistic goals. The second half of the month sees you having the energy to put the dreams into physical reality and action which is much more your style. 

To get you ready for the month’s end it's about building strong health while you are in the sitting still phase. Focus on strong digestion with probiotics, fibre, consistent meal times with lots of protein and green vegetables to give you the best fuel for when the action starts. Peppermint, chamomile and ginger tea can all help to stimulate a sluggish digestion and get the nutrients absorbed that your body will need. Digestive enzymes, apple cider vinegar and slowing down enough to chew your food can all go a long way to supporting your system. Think of March as 2 weeks of prep for 2 weeks of fun! 

So my mountain climbers, how has the year felt so far? Busy I imagine. There’s been a big party of planets in Capricorn since the start of 2022 and this would have kept you busy, working hard and a little bit stressed. I’m happy to say by month’s end most planets have left the party and are on to hassle other signs. You need to be patient; if you’ve put the time and energy where it’s been needed, you’ll soon be seeing results. A few last adjustments on how you’re communicating and taking action will see the next few months move into achievement and production mode.

 With so much happening, your body is tired out and your battery needs a recharge. While the body is resting, you can still keep the mind entertained through studying at home.It’s also a great time to plan some fun adventures, outings, or holidays to look forward to. It’s time to show your nervous system some love with nutrients such as magnesium, omega 3’s and some nervous system herbs such as skullcap, saffron, vervain or oats. Sleep, laughter, and a bit of exercise will all help to recharge and refuel your system.

I know you think it's going to be all calm and relaxing now your birthday month is over, but the planetary energies are still having a bit of a party in your sign. March brings with it a dynamic energy to your plans, thoughts, and goals. It’s a great time to plan big projects and dreams, and get them into some sort of organized outline. The New Moon at the beginning of the month will get you focusing on what you truly value spending your energy budget on, and by mid-month you’ll have clarity on what needs to be let go.

It’s any easy month to get distracted with projects and forget to eat and nourish your body. My March assignment for you is to stock your pantry with easy/quick healthy foods and set a timer to remind you when it’s time for a meal.As it’s still winter, keep that slow cooker working! Throw everything in at the start of the day and by 5pm there’s an amazing meal created without much effort. Soups and stews can be made in bulk, so you don’t have to waste time cooking every day. Re-energize your batteries and power up your nervous system by starting the day with breakfast. Quinoa or oat porridge or an overnight chia and fruit pudding can feel light and nourishing. 

My gorgeous dreamers, how has Pisces season been so far? The energy’s been expansive, intuitive, and a bit ungrounded for a few weeks, so I thought we’d better check in on you and see if you’re still on planet earth. This month’s New Moon in your sign is an amazing time to dream big dreams, intuit what you really want your future to hold, and take action once we hit Aries season on March 20. It’s important to write down your plans and not just daydream them while you sleep. March is a bountiful month if you can find ways to harness this energy.  

Remember that you live in a physical body, and you need to ground yourself when there’s so much fun spiritual energy around. Long bubble baths, walking in nature, deep breathing or some great yoga/stretching if you’re feeling out of your body will quickly remind you where you live!  Baked root vegetables or soups, wholegrain mixed with salad greens and some healthy protein will help to hold you earth side too. Keep your fragile immune system balanced with enough sleep, not too many birthday drinks and regular movement should all be part of the plan. Ever a staple for your immune system don’t forget to have foods high in zinc, vitamin C and D as well. Enjoy the ride, it's going to be a fun month for you, magic is in the air.

Medical astrology and the division of the human body by astrological signs goes as far back as ancient Egypt. What we call Zodiac man, is the first carving/drawing where the astrological signs are assigned to rule different parts of the human body. The picture attached is a modern version of Zodiac Man. This isn’t an exact assignment of body parts and there are overlaps between the signs, but I thought it would be great to know the general rulership’s. If you know your Sun, Moon and Ascendant you can then know those body parts that can be more liable to ailments and issues. 

Aries – the head and adrenals

Taurus – neck, throat, thyroid, shoulders

Gemini – lungs, arms, hands, fingers, and nervous system

Cancer – chest/breasts, stomach, and uterus

Leo – heart, thoracic spine, chest region in general 

Virgo – small intestines, pancreas, vagus nerve, gut/brain axis 

Libra – lumbar spine, kidneys, bladder, things of balance

Scorpio – Bladder, urethra, reproductive organs, bowels/large intestines

Sagittarius – Hips, glutes/bottom, thighs, and liver 

Capricorn – skin, skeleton, teeth, ligaments, tendons 

Aquarius – calves and ankles, circulation, and nervous system 

Pisces – Feet, toes, immune system, and lymphatics 

February greetings! I hope the start of the year has been smooth and full of things you wanted and manifested. As we venture into month two of 2022 things should start to feel more in rhythm than they did in January. A few planets that were ‘retrograde’ at the start of the year are now moving forward, allowing us to get things done, move in a more linear fashion, and release those things that have been hanging around too long. 

The month starts with a new moon on January 31st  (Feb 1st in the Southern hemisphere). I encourage you all to take time on the 31st and set into motion, thought, or plan, what you want to manifest over the month ahead. Plant the seeds of what you want to create and ride the innovative energy of February to get things into motion for the year.  As you read through the signs and what February has in store for you remember to read both your Sun sign and, if you know it, your Rising sign (Ascendant) which may also be applicable. 

Aries 

My fire starters, this is the month to get into action mode. January may have felt a bit void of spice, but February is going to bring it in spades. All your plans/projects now are ready to be actioned and the new moon at the start of the month is just the time to turn it up. It’s a month to focus on both career and the collective; how you want to be in your job, as well as who you want to have around you. 

Health wise, things should start to feel more energized and in flow once February gets underway. Your focus needs to be on your digestion and immune system. 70% of your immune system actually resides within your digestive system so this is a great place to start. Getting enough fibre, probiotics, and warming digestive teas or foods such as ginger and turmeric, will keep you in flow. Remember to eat on a regular basis as you conquer the world and having enough protein at each meal will keep the energy levels high. 

Taurus 

This month's energy may feel like you’re being pulled in a few different directions/ At the same time though, you may be feeling held back or delayed. Know that divine timing is at play here and by mid month things will feel smoother and less tiresome. February brings with it a need for adjustment and analysis on what’s important to spend your energy or time on and what needs to be released back to the universe. It’s a great month to journal or chart what you want to get done compared to many hours of the days and weeks you actually have in your energy bank-account to do them. 

Your nervous system may feel a bit of a stretch this month, so best to make sure sleep and gentle movement are a top priority.  B vitamins and magnesium will keep the nerves nourished, while avocado, oily fish, raw seeds and nuts, and grounding root vegetables will help to keep your energy levels up without overstimulation. Be careful not to go too hard on the caffeine when trying to get things done, opt for dandelion, matcha or raw cacao instead for a more gentle pick me up. 

Gemini 

The world is calling and I’m sure you can feel the energy of the adventures ahead. This month starts with some big plans and ideas being birthed and it may feel like your creative juices are finally being manifested into the physical realm. Dream big, but remember to write down your plans and projects so they can move from the mental/thinking stages into physical form. 

With your rulership of the brain and nervous system, they are always in need of some attention. This month is no exception. Sleep is needed in large quantities to recharge your batteries and brain.  Grounding root vegetables, green leafy salads and any other food high in magnesium and B vitamins will help you recharge as well. Watch the blue light exposure at night, as your brain may have a harder time shutting off than usual. Avoiding caffeine after midday, decreasing your sugar intake, and having a protein rich meal at night will all help calm the system by the evening. Sleepy herbs such as valerian and hops can also be employed this month, or use digestive herbs such as lemon balm, ginger or vervain to turn on your parasympathetic (digest relax) nervous system to slow your system down from warp speed. 

Cancer 

It’s a potent and deep month ahead for the crabs. February’s astrology  is bringing up things from the deep to be analysed and processed. Emotions may feel a bit intense, but as the month progresses you'll feel as if you’ve done a home and life detox that will lighten your soul on many levels. The new moon is asking you to bring things out from the dark and to release what is no longer serving you. 

You may feel this type of processing in your sensitive digestive system too, so be sure to stay focused on consistent meals and fluids as you’re prone to reach for the sweets/starches when doing your inner work. Start the month with a pantry and fridge clean out, and stock up on all the foods you know makes your body feel fantastic. Digestive enzymes, hot water and lemon, and good probiotics and fibre are a must as you move your way through February's energy.  Be gentle with yourself and your body; remember to get some gentle exercise to keep the bowels in motion, but don’t push too hard with the training as this can leave you feeling drained rather than energized. “More is not always better” would be a great motto this month, as you do a cleanse of what is no longer serving you. 

Leo 

This month sees a huge energy influx to your life, but in opposing areas. The new moon is all about how you do relationships, be they romantic, work, or friends. It’s time to really analyse and assess who you give your energy to and how you want energy given in return. Your mind and nervous system are doing their own reboot this month and you may find it hard to quiet your creative thoughts during the evening. Writing down all your thoughts, ideas, and dreams before hitting the pillow will help to empty your mind and slow down your system enough to get some good quality sleep. 

Your adrenals will also need some love this month. Herbal teas such as matcha, medicinal mushrooms, and ginseng will support your nervous system.  Decreasing your alcohol and caffeine intake will also do wonders for your body. By mid-month the spotlight is on all things Leo with the full moon illuminating your personal energy. Enjoy the attention, do some gorgeous things for yourself such as a spa day, or buy a new luxurious bubble bath or candles. Taking the time to nourish yourself will pay dividends for your physical and emotional wellbeing. 

Virgo 

February brings a peaceful and familiar energy to your life with the need to focus on daily routine, ritual, and how you are of service to both others and yourself. Does this sound like home territory? The new moon at the beginning of the month is asking you to realign yourself with your core values and beliefs. Take a look at where in your life needs a tidy up and reassess how you spend your piggy bank of energy for yourself and those things most important to you. 

Overextending yourself in February will put a strain on not only your digestive system, but your immune system too, which needs some extra focus as we move through the height of winter. Probiotics, immune boosting herbs such as echinacea, elder, and astragalus can all help keep your system steady and strong. Vitamin C rich foods, citrus, and digestive bitters will keep the system running smoothly. A food, mood, and exercise diary can bring daily focus back to your health and how it’s all feeling. Taking the time each morning to check in on your energy levels for the day and then adjusting your schedule so that you’re not dipping too far into your energy reserves will be one of the best daily rituals you can give yourself. There’s lots to achieve and get done this month, as long as you don’t burn the candle at both ends. 

Libra 

February sees you in a beautiful creative energy to start the month, as your inspiration and intuition guide you into some new and exciting directions. There’s a bit of tidying up to be done on the home front, be it a good closet clean out, having that needed discussion with a family member, or setting into motion some better health habits that start when you wake up. Your daily routine needs some refinement and then the world is yours to create what you want for the rest of the day. This month is asking you to investigate what you are passionate about at the moment and how can you bring this into physical manifestation? 

Making healthy food choices that support your digestive system rather than challenge it would be a wise way to start this month. Your immune system is also under a bit of pressure if you don’t listen to your body and when it’s asking for rest. Zinc, vitamin C, probiotics and some soothing digestive teas with dandelion, peppermint, chamomile or lemon balm will help to soothe your system. 

Scorpio

This month is the beginning of some deep processes for those with strong Scorpio charts. There’s a call to uncover and review all that has been sitting below the surface over the last few months or even 2 years. It’s time to delve into your emotional processes and find the gold that has been hidden away under all the clutter of daily life. The energy of February may have a friction feel to it, as the moon cycle this month is triggering your need to balance home and work life. There’s an 18 month cycle that has just started and now is the time to really consider what’s working for you and what needs to be released. Never one to shy away from a detox, your body is in need of a reset and reprogram when it comes to what foods and fluids you are consuming.  Fibre, filtered water and some extra magnesium are all a good place to start. Sugars and alcohol will really weigh you down this month, so keep track of how foods are making you feel on both a physical and emotional level. Getting a good sweat happening through exercise, a sauna, or a hot bath will help to settle your system when it all feels a bit congested. Hot water and lemon is a great habit to bring in at the start or end of the day. 

Sagittarius 

Get your gear on as it’s a month of adventure, exploring, joy and high energy. This month’s new and full moon are activating some of your favourite areas of life and it's time to get out and enjoy this feeling. Adventures await the centaur as long as you remember that you have a physical body that also needs rest and nourishment. 

Be aware that all this fun can be taxing to your nervous system as well as your liver. I’m not saying you need to detox this month (that’s next month) but be gentle with your body, remember that you need to sleep and give your nervous system some down time too. Maybe start using a wearable tracker to watch your sleep and recovery, as well following your exercise and heart rate variability. Exercise is always needed to balance your joy of food and fun. Maybe try starting the day with a healthy breakfast; often if you start the day in balance, you will continue that energy through till dinner. Lots of seeds, nuts, avocado and oily fish will keep the nerves happy, as will a cup of chamomile tea with a bit of honey to slow yourself down after dinner. 

Capricorn 

The end of the high pressure, energy taxing planetary placements is almost here. February finally sees the end of the Capricorn planetary party that feels like it has been going on for far too long. There's still some personal work to be done this month, but soon it will start to feel less like an uphill battle and more like you’ve reached a plateau where you can walk easily and enjoy the view. 

Your body and mind have been working overtime for the past few months and it’s time to slow down and nourish your depleted system. Bone broths, miso soup, slow-cooked meals and some electrolyte balancing nutrients such as magnesium, calcium, and potassium will help to regenerate your tired bones. A good dose of vitamin D and C to see you through the rest of winter would be a great idea. Sleeping as much as possible and a bit of music and dancing, even if it's just at home by yourself, will help to pull the energy up through your spine and get your energy levels on a more balanced flow. 

Aquarius 

Well, how does it feel so far? The end of January and first half of February sees the amazing water bearers shining and thriving in a way that has not happened for a long time. Enjoy the wave of new energy, beginnings, and insights into what makes you feel vibrant and alive and keep doing whatever that is. The new moon at the start of the month can feel like the rocket fuel you’ve been waiting for. Now is the time to create, envision and manifest all those projects and plans you have been putting off for the last few months. 

To keep the amazing energy flowing you need to keep your nervous system and brain well fueled. Magnesium, B vitamins, antioxidants and coQ10 can all help to keep your mitochondria pumping out the energy you need to fulfill your missions. Remembering you have a physical body and not just an inventive/creative brain will be an important thing to keep in mind. Maybe meal prepping for the week ahead, an order-in meal service, or finding some new healthy bars and snacks to stock your cupboard so you don’t have to take too much time from your creative endeavors to keep yourself nourished. Have fun this month, but remember to try and stay a little bit grounded and keep the water bottle nearby as well. 

Pisces

This month is what I would call a “prepare and nourish” month for you. The energy in the month before a birthday is always a bit low, and it’s a great time to reflect and regenerate for the year ahead. Your immune system is needing some extra love, so don’t forget to take your vitamin C, zinc and vitamin D as we progress our way through winter. Your body is in the process of shedding last year's energy like a snake skin that slowly needs to drop away. Magnesium baths, dry skin brushing, and getting a good sweat up with exercise or a sauna is a great way to help this process along. 

There’s a new buoyancy heading your way. You’ll want to nourish this month, so you can ride the wave of all the fabulous energy that’s on the horizon. Blood sugar levels also need tending to; chromium, magnesium and protein rich foods at every meal are a great way to stabilise your energy.  Overall, it can be a great month, you just need a bit of calm and TLC to start it off. By month's end you’ll be glowing with birthday fun, health and celebrations. Enjoy!

Well, we made it through the crazy of 2021 and now we get to step into a whole new year!

With astrology, there’s the gift of looking ahead at the energies that we’ll encounter. I think of this almost as a type of magic. Though you can never truly predict what exactly will happen, you can get a sense of the energies that will help shape the year ahead. 2022 is starting with some beautiful energies around us. January brings with it many changes that I think we’re ready for, but also some curve balls. After all, we don’t want the game to get too easy!

During the last days of December the planet Jupiter, which rules abundance, growth, and expansion, moved into Pisces. Jupiter will stay in Pisces for most of 2022, creating a positive feeling we haven’t felt for quite some time. Jupiter in Pisces helps us shift our energy to expansion and optimism in a sign that’s all about dreams, intuition, emotions, and a touch of escapism. We may find it easier to tap into our emotions and connect to our intuition in ways that have felt blocked or stifled for the past two years. We might really feel the feels that we need in order to find our balance in this chaotic world.

In health astrology, Jupiter rules the liver, body fat, and growth. Jupiter can give our health some good juju, providing we don’t overdo it with drinking and eating. Maybe this is my warning that we need to be careful; as we feel more, we may try to escape from what is coming up for us.  Really tapping into our emotions can be an intense experience; if we don’t know how to express those feelings we may do the Pisces escapism habit of eating or drinking our emotions.

So, I guess what I’m asking you to do is stay aware, be present with what’s happening and how you’re feeling, and you’ll slide smoothly into 2022 with some joy and abundance. If you are struggling with how you’re feeling, this Jupiter in Pisces is asking you to grow and reach out to others for help as it will be provided with ease and grace. Pisces likes to connect us all in the collective and you may find that there are many people who can help to support you in ways you never thought possible. New Year’s blessings to you all and I hope you enjoy your personal Sun sign astrology for the month. Don’t forget to also read your Moon and Rising sign astrology if you know them, as this may also be applicable. 

I am super excited for the Rams and how 2022 is going to start for you. The energies are aligning to bring abundance and action in your work and vocation sector. The new moon on the 2nd of January heralds the start of some great plans and projects, so don’t let this amazing energy pass you by. What practical steps can you take, what routines and systems do you need to set into motion to harness and grow your work/projects this year? Now is the time to journal, vision board and set out those big plans to conquer the world in the year to come. While you’re busy building your empire, the universe is also asking you to tap into your more spiritual side and reconnect yourself with your bigger visions, emotions, and intuition. 

Health wise, you need to remember that you do have a physical body while you are creating your new world order. Your immune system needs some love and support, as do your adrenals, or you’re likely to burn bright and then burn out. Ease off on the caffeine and sweets, and start your day with a great protein-based meal to keep your blood sugars in order.  Support your adrenals with B vitamins, magnesium, and herbs such as ginseng, astragalus, ashwagandha and cordyceps. Remember to sleep, journal about your future world domination and don’t overdo the festivities. 

2022 starts with some expansive energy for the Bull which may not feel familiar, but it will enable you to stretch, grow, and reach for goals you haven’t considered before. The planets are asking you to take a big picture view of 2022 and set your sights on the far horizon, rather than just the work right in front of you.  Yes, I know this can feel a bit like stepping off a high dive, but know that the water below is welcoming and supportive to your bigger plans. Once you’ve set things in motion this month, then you can go back to your domain of focusing on the baby steps and immediate issues that need attention. Communication will be flowing, so it’s good to make your connections, speak your truth and watch the energy flow. 

Your nervous system may feel a bit taxed with all this expansive energy so make sure you support it with magnesium, B vitamins, oily fish or fish oils, olive and coconut oil, and avocados, as well as raw seeds and nuts (but not too many nuts). Grounding exercises such as walking, yoga/stretching and Pilates will help to calm your nerves, as will body work such as massage, energetic healing or reflexology. 

Is your seat belt fastened tight and low? I hope so as 2022 starts with a rocket ride into your emotions, deep urges and desires, which isn’t the most comfortable of places for you. Don’t get me wrong, I know those things are potent within you but often you’d rather think about your emotions than be in them. January asks you to trim the branches of your emotional life that are no longer serving you. What things, people, activities in your life are you still doing/holding on to that you’ve outgrown? This month’s energy asks you to be a snake and shed your skin to rebirth into the new you that will feel so much lighter. The energy is strong to enable you to change up some of the poor habits that have found their way into your routine. 

Clean out the fridge, pull out the juicer and review your habits and food intake. Your body is asking for some green vegetables, and dark red fruits and berries to release the residue of the holiday festivities. Extra fibre, vegetable juices and some probiotic foods such as sauerkraut, kim chi, kombucha and other fermented foods would be fabulous for you at this time. Zinc and zinc rich foods such as sunflower seeds, oysters and red meat will also help to support your hormones and give your sex drive that added kick. 

2022 starts with a beautiful energy for the gorgeous Crabs. The new moon energy is asking for you to focus on how you do your relationships, be those with a significant other or the people in your close circle. You are a natural giver and caretaker, but this energy is highlighting how you give to others and what is given in return. There may be a bit of a cull when it comes to your close circle, but it’s for the best. Make sure you’re allowing only those into the arena that have your back and best interests in mind. The new year also brings deep and intense conversations that will nurture your emotions in a way that has been missing for the last few months. The mid-month Cancer full moon highlights how you’ve grown and changed, and gives you better insight into what YOU need for the coming year. It’s a fabulous month to sit down at the January 2nd new moon and journal your heart's desires. Plant the seeds of what you need to feel supported and balanced and then watch that energy grow over the coming months. 

Health wise you need to remember to stay hydrated even in the cold of Winter. Soups, stews, vegetable juices, warm herbal teas, and not too much caffeine will see your digestion and hormones flowing rather than congested. Make sure to reset those eating habits that may have slipped during the holiday baking season and get back to what makes you feel vibrant and light. Herbal teas such as matcha, lemon verbena, lemon balm or just lemon in hot water should be a staple this month. as should a protein breakfast to start the day with great blood sugar levels. 

Well, my gorgeous Lions this year starts with the energy to focus on the details in your life. If you harness the new moon energy on the 2nd of January correctly this will set in motion a year of achievement, and fulfillment that you have not felt for a while. The planets are asking you to attend to the details of your life, the daily habits and routines that can feel so mundane but ultimately help to build the structures to hold your dreams and projects safe. New year’s is so often about resolutions, yet for you this year it needs to be about vision boards, monthly planners, and schedules. The more you organize and plan now, the greater the rewards by mid-year. What are the things that you have been ignoring that need your attention?  

You have one of the strongest health constitutions in the zodiac, but this often means you don’t have to focus on health and wellbeing as much as others. This doesn’t serve you in the long run, as when things go wrong it’s harder for you to stop and take care of yourself. January’s energy is asking you to take stock on your health and wellbeing. What habits and foods do you need to say goodbye to and what new things can you bring into your routine to increase your vitality? Focus on the details of diet and exercise, and the rewards will be great. Your intestines and digestion need some additional support this month, so be aware of how different foods make you feel both physically and emotionally. Keep a food and symptom journal for a few weeks to see what’s really happening for you. 

Well, my diligent and organized Virgos, I’m happy to report that the start of 2022 should feel a bit lighter and more jovial than the past few months. With the new moon on the 2nd highlighting your creativity and play sector, the planets are asking you to take some time to get creative and do what you love, rather than what you must, and to find some play time activities to brighten your soul. Your energy should feel strong this month if you don’t burn the candle at both ends with work. The mid-month full moon brings with it some social energy and the need to expand your visions towards groups and humanity. What things do you want to be doing that will have an impact for your world and those around you? The start of this year brings that energy and need into focus. 

Even while saving the world, you still need to focus on your health.  This month you should focus on circulation, energy production and your nervous system. Be aware of the foods and drinks that make you feel balanced and energized vs the foods that make you feel sluggish and slow. A food and symptom diary is never a bad thing for a Virgo to reconnect with how their body and nervous system is feeling. Bitter foods, leafy greens, olives, sauerkraut and probiotic foods can all help to soothe your system. Bolster your nervous system with B vitamins, magnesium and lots of breathing exercises and stretching. 

With the energies called in at the new year, the Scales of Balance can often feel renewed and realigned.  The extremes of the seasons (winter or summer) can feel a bit overwhelming and intense for the Scales of Balance and thus the shift towards spring/autumn can feel like a welcome home. In the meantime, you still have a few months to get through. January brings with it the need to find some work/life balance with the new moon highlighting your home energies and then the full moon activating your work sector. What does all this mean? Start the month slowly, with a focus on home, family and just getting your internal and private life organized because by mid-month your life will be asking you to focus on the outer world, work and career. 

This month’s health focus needs to be about digestion and skin. Often if digestion is out the body will show its first symptoms via the skin and complexion, so it’s a great month to pay attention to that. Are you feeling dry and dehydrated? It’s not just about using a better moisturizer, instead focus on internal hydration. Good water intake, easing up on caffeine and sugar, and getting in lots of healthy oils and fats will help to support your skin. Always a sign to first notice if your digestion is out, this month is no exception so remember to keep the apple cider vinegar or digestive enzymes on hand for stomach upsets and keep the probiotic foods well stocked. 

My deep and strong Scorpios, are you ready for a month of connection, pleasure and potency? The energy at the start of 2022 has a similar feel to your home territory, so enjoy the ease into the year with an intense but pleasurable start. The new moon on the 2nd is asking you to connect with others, do some study, or just find your balance and reconnect all the parts of you that got scattered over the last few months. Call back your energy and use it for your own learning, growing and expansion.

Health wise there’s a need to support both your nervous system and your liver. Pull back on the celebrations now that the new year has come and gone, and get back to your healthier habits and better sleep schedule. Rejuvenation should be your word for the month so focus on what makes you feel fantastic, and keep doing that. Your body is also asking for some great exercise sessions, getting a good sweat up and feeling the detox and elimination channels flowing.  Hot baths, saunas, steam rooms or even a foot bath will help to get the circulation and lymphatic system in order. Warming teas such as ginger, hot water and lemon, or yarrow can all assist at this time as well. Be aware the social scene may be bigger than you want at this time, overflowing with food and drinks, but your body is asking you to exercise moderation to get you through January in one piece.

Ok my Centaurs, I know it’s been a fun and frivolous few months and the party feels like it may still be going, but come the start of 2022 it’s time to get things in order. The new moon on the 2nd brings focus on what’s most important to you and your life. What is it about your current situation that you value and what can be released back to the universe, or donated and gifted to others. There’s a need to lighten your load, and find what is deeply important, what serves you best and what is no longer of use. 

On the health front, it’s a great month to clean out the fridge, head on over to the organic store and restock your cupboards with what you love and know is supporting your health. There can be a bit of a sweet tooth this month, even if that isn’t normal for you, so be aware how often you’re having ‘just one treat’ in case it’s turning into a daily ritual. Your metabolism needs a bit of a shake up this month, so make sure your diet has sufficient iodine. Starting the day with breakfast by 9 will rev up your metabolism/digestion, and make sure you don’t turn every snack into a mini meal.  Liver herbs, dandelion coffee, protein foods at breakfast and a break from the alcohol will all serve you well to start 2022. 

Ok my gorgeous mountain climbing Goats, has the birthday month been all you hoped for so far? It’s a dynamic time in your house now; the new moon on the 2nd in your home sign highlights what you want to do, achieve and master in the month or year ahead. It’s a great time to revise what’s important and deserves your time and energy, as well as call in the new year and celebrate what is known in astrology as your solar return (birthday). By mid-month the energy will point you in the direction of relationships and communication, as the full moon highlights who’s important and how you need to be aware of others needs of those around you. Make sure that communication stays clear and concise as we also have Mercury turning retro, this can lead to a few miscommunications in regard to things that are of importance to you. 

On a health focus, it’s all about taking care of your physical body this month. Activities that ground you such as mediation, yoga/stretching, and hiking in nature to help recharge your overused batteries. The adrenals have taken a bit of a hit over the last 2 months, so nurture them with some B vitamins, herbs such as ashwagandha or ginseng and make sure you are getting 8 hours of sleep per night. Green leafy vegetables high in magnesium will also assist to rejuvenate your body. 

In the lead up to your birthday it’s always a great time to take life a little slow and easy. It’s one of the lower energy months, as the astrology puts you into a place of reflection and intuition. Take time this month to rest and rejuvenate before all the energy hits a high with your birthday celebrations. Dream journal, future plan your big jobs, dreams, and adventures as you cocoon and rest. This month’s new moon is a great time to plant the seeds for future creations and inventions. Plans and ideas that are birthed now have great long-term potential for fruition and success. 

Please also remember that you do have a physical body that needs rest, food and fluids, as I know when you get going on projects and ideas it’s easy to forget to take care of the machine. Plenty of water, less coffee, more root vegetables to ground you, and some warm soups and stir fry’s will keep you going without weighing you down. Protein rich foods at each meal will also keep the mind firing on all cylinders and your blood sugars stable. Bright red and orange fruits and vegetables, nut butters, and oats and well as matcha and green tea should be staples this month.

Well, my gorgeous Fish, how are you feeling about swimming into 2022? There are big things ahead for you if you remember to focus on what’s important not just for you, but the greater good of those close to you. The start of the year brings with it a focus on friends and groups with your need to find those that meet you on a deeper level as you seek great connections and conversations. The light and fluffy will not do for 2022, and it’s time to assess who gets front row seats in your theatre and who doesn’t need to be given tickets anymore. This is not to say you need to burn any bridges but it’s a time to reflect and assess who and what is important and focus your precious time and energy there. The savour in you loves to help others but sometimes that is not your job, and you need to save that energy for yourself and future projects/dreams. 

On the health front, your nervous system is needing some love with good protein, oily fish, avocados, nuts, and seeds. B vitamins and magnesium also soothe the nerves and relaxes your wound-up muscles. Be gentle with yourself this month, nurture and rejuvenate, as there are big things ahead if you stay on track and healthy. 

To follow up from my last article on Planetary Rulership with a focus on Venus, I thought we would go over what the planet Mars represents in ones birth chart and more specifically what it represents in the physical body and with foods/activities. 

If you don’t know your whole natal chart, you can easily look it up on websites such as astro.com or my own website astrologyofhealth.com which has a link to enter in your birth data and receive a free chart. It’s best if you know your exact birth time so try to locate this before ‘casting’ a chart.

Mars is the planet that represents our action, strength, courage and fire. It is involved in conflict, independence, competition, and striving for what we want to achieve. It's where we locate our fight and desire to win and accomplish. Mars is our direction, will and home of our sex drive. In medical astrology it represents the adrenals, our fight-flight response, energy creation and blood. It's where we locate our energy along with the Sun and is involved in the inflammation process, acute illnesses and injuries.

Traditionally in medical astrology Mars was seen as a planet that causes ailments, infections and acute conditions. While this is still true I find that Mars in modern times is where we find our drive, love of sport and take strong actions in our life. He helps us find our strength and get things done. 

Below is a great list of Mars ruled foods and activities. If you are feeling tired, lacking motivation or jousting wanting that extra strength try to bring in some extra Mars into your daily life. 

Activities ruled by Mars:

• All sports
• Archery
• Running
• Biking
• Hot yoga
• Saunas
• Steam rooms
• Martial arts
• Boxing
• Team sports

Foods ruled by Mars: 

• All red foods
• Cherries
• Berries
• Bets
• Watermelon
• Protein foods
• Red meat
• Garlic
• Onions
• Pepper
• Peppers
• Chilli
• Chives
• Carrots
• Artichokes
• Asparagus
• Banana
• Basil
• Cacao
• Coffee
• Coriander/cilantro
• Cranberry
• Cumin
• Horseradish
• Leek
• Mango
• Mustard
• Pine nut
• Pickly pear
• Radish
• Salsa
• Most hot spices
• Turmeric tea
• Tempura
• Watercress

What are some Mars ruled activities and/or foods you plan to bring into your daily routine for the New Year?

With love, 

Kira