As a practicing Australian Naturopath, Nutritionist and Astrologer I have the great pleasure of getting to combine my favorite topics and use them in differing amounts to produce many elixirs for healing. 

Even if someone does not know their birth time you can look up in books or websites what sign the Moon was in on a certain day. Websites such as Astro.com or even my website Astrologyofhealth.com you can enter in your birth data and locate what sign the Moon was in. Now most of us read astrology columns for our Sun sign and that is great fun but there are many other things to looks into. I talked last month about your Rising Sig or Ascendant and I wanted to introduce you to your Moon sign this month as it has a lot of sway over your emotions as well as your food choices. 

When we then take the Moon in to the Medical Astrology paradigm, the definitions or key words we need to remember are receptive, nurturing, enfolding, instinct, intuition, emotion, rhythms and cycles. It rules the fluids of the body, the mucus membranes, the uterus, the breasts, the chest region, the stomach, and upper digestive function. It rules daily habits, both the good and the bad, is liable to fluctuations and is partially to blame for our chosen eating patterns and emotional links to illness. 

So how can we support our Moon so that she can in turn nurture us? This is where I love to explain to clients how making health a daily ritual, creating supportive habits, and accepting our innate weaknesses can all be beneficial so that we can recognize when we are self-sabotaging and going astray. 

Let’s take a look at each of the Moon signs, what they rule, how they are expressed as well as the foods and other natural therapies that can be used to support each individual sign. This article is in no way to replace a medical diagnosis. Please seek medical/professional advice when in doubt or before starting a treatment or taking herbal medicine. 

Aries Moon 

The Aries Moon type will be childlike, overstimulated and rush about which in turn depletes their energy reserves and taxes their adrenals. They will push their body until exhaustion. They are quick eaters, often choosing fast foods and readymade meal to save time. Indigestion, heart burn and bloating can result from their food choices and lack of chewing. As Aries rules the head region of the body, they will be prone to headaches, fevers and head colds. They can be quite pain sensitive and will have redness, swelling and inflammation quickly. When feeling unwell they need alone time in quiet surroundings to recuperate, fussing over them will only cause aggravation. 

Healing strategies:

• Eating by element (see table)
• Cooling foods, decrease onions, garlic and spices
• Swimming, especially in the ocean or immersion into any cool body of water
• Resting, reading and journaling
• Herbal teas: Peppermint, nettle, green and liquorice tea

Taurus Moon 

The Taurus Moon brings a strong and sturdy constitution with great stamina and endurance. Care must be taken as Taurus rules the 5 senses including taste and thus, they tend to overindulge in food and drink leading to easy weight gain. Seldom unwell due to their strong constitution, they can easily overcome illnesses that would put weaker signs into bed. The downside to this strength is their stubborn nature which can make lifestyle changes a bit slow. Areas of disturbance are bowels, throat and thyroid. When unwell they need positive people and music to lighten the mood. 

Healing strategies: 

• Earth diet (see table)
• Lighter meals, salads, bitter foods and soups
• Routine and regular habits
• Exercise and movement (try something with music)
• Temperance in food and alcohol
• Hot water with lemon slices or apple cider vinegar
• Herbal teas: Dandelion, Chai and digestive teas, Chamomile, Elderberry and Lemon balm

Gemini Moon 

This air Moon loves to study, learn and search for new information leading to their nervous system being overtaxed and frazzled. They can be high energy and then experience exhaustion all within a few hours. They need to take planned down time, or they will suffer burnout quite easily.  They can forget to eat or drink; thus dehydration and blood sugar levels need to be watched. Learning to check in with what their physical body wants is an important skill for them to learn. When unwell they need a change of environment, lots of fresh air to support their lungs and light exercise in nature to ground and recharge. 

Healing strategies:

• Air diet (see table)
• Mental and nerve building foods such as: seeds and nuts, olive oil and avocado
• Protein foods that are not dairy as they have a tendency to mucus congestion
• Grounding / outdoor activity
• Sunshine and saltwater
• Herbal teas: Nettle, Lemon balm, Skullcap and Echinacea

Cancer Moon

This Moon sign is the nurturer of the zodiac but must remember to ‘self-care’ too. They tend to digestive upsets, emotional eating and worry which can lead to more digestive and emotional upsets.  The Cancer Moon has great imaginative skills, but this too can lead to worry and anxiety over imagined health issues. The chest region is liable to mucus congestion and in females there can be period and hormonal issues. When things are not flowing well emotionally, they tend not to flow well physically either. They need nurturing and mothering from others when unwell, with access to whatever body of water is near by.

Healing strategies:

• Water diet (see table)
• Nurturing foods like soups and stews
• Watching the emotional eating and finding another outlet not involving food
• Ocean, bathtub or other forms of water immersion
• Company and socialising with nurturing friends
• Herbal Teas: Chamomile, Peppermint, any digestive tea, Lemon Verbena

Leo Moon:

This strong fire Moon constitution rarely gets sick, they can push on through stress that would knock most other people sideways. This is a great asset for getting things done but can lead to burnout or anxiety. Leo rules the heart and emotional upsets can trigger feelings of panic and heart palpitations. They carry their stress in their upper back and do well to have regular massages or other types of physical treatments. Not easy patients when unwell they can become prickly and need to be left on their own to recuperate. Finding gentle activities and exercise such as yoga or Pilates can be great when trying to discharge their pent-up stress. 

Healing strategies:

• Fire diet (see table)
• Adequate water intake with electrolytes
• Relaxing movement style exercise
• Solitude and journaling their emotions
• Cooling activities such as swimming
• Herbal Teas: Valerian, Motherwort, Chamomile

Virgo Moon 

The signature of this Moon with health problems is an overtaxed nervous system leading to digestive/intestinal upsets. One of the hardest working Moons of the zodiac and with their slightly perfectionistic tendencies this can lead to exhaustion. Blood sugar issues can also occur if the Virgo Moon forgoes eating for finishing work projects. Meals at regular intervals and a proper sleep routine will go a long way to nourishing their body and mind.  Food sensitivities must be considered as their small intestine rulership can lead to issues of IBS and or constipation. 

Healing strategies:

• Earth diet
• Food diary with symptoms to uncover food sensitivities
• Regular routine and sleep
• Hot water with lemon slices
• Nature, grounding and walking in the woods
• Yoga and other gentle forms of exercise
• Herbal teas: Fennel, Dandelion, Ginger

Libra Moon

This Moon is all about balance and helping the ‘other’ which in turn means they don’t spend enough energy on keeping themselves healthy. Libra Moon rules the urinary system as well as fluid and hormone balance.  Metabolism can be slower and they must be careful to balance their food indulgences with some good movement.  An unwell Libra Moon needs company, music to get the body back into equilibrium. They must remember to give back to themselves rather than always making sure everyone else is happy. 

Healing strategies:

• Air diet
• Good hydration and alkaline style eating
• Seaweed, salads and bitter greens
• Walking, yoga and other forms of exercise
• Music, laughter and fresh air
• Herbal Teas: Nettle, Liquorice, Green tea and Lemon juice in hot water

Scorpio Moon

This Moon is strong, resilient, and deep! They have amazing recuperative abilities which is great as the water Moons are more prone to illnesses due to their magnetic nature. Scorpio rules the reproductive system, the bowels and detoxification processes.  Holding on to emotional residue can lead to physical ailments and they are prone to constipation as well as urinary issues. Getting the Scorpio Moon to sweat via sports, saunas or hot baths can be a great therapy for both physical and emotional congestion. When unwell give them a lot of space and quiet time to recuperate.  

Healing strategies:

• Water diet
• Good hydration practices
• Fresh fruits and vegetables with lots of natural fiber
• Hot water and lemon juice or apple cider vinegar or Aloe Vera juice
• Nothing in excess, especially salty foods
• Exercise, sweating and water therapies
• Nature, grounding and reflection time or journaling
• Herbal Teas: Valerian, Dandelion, Liquorice or Elderberry tea

Sagittarius Moon

This gregarious Moon can overextend themselves and run into issues of burnout. Their love of freedom, travel and adventure can lead to accidents and injuries while in motion. Not wanting to be ‘limited’ in any way can lead to excess food and drink putting stress on their liver and digestive system.  Exercise is mandatory for this Moon to stay healthy.  It’s a matter of not doing too much or doing it too fast. The nerves and adrenals can suffer and need support.  Sleep, time in nature and a good book will see them on the road to recovery.

Healing strategies:

• Fire diet
• Rest and relax, try reading a book to keep still
• Gentle exercise such as yoga and walking in nature
• Moderation in food and drink
• Sleep, naps and slowing down
• Socializing, music and dancing
• Herbal teas: Dandelion, Nettle and Skullcap

Capricorn Moon 

This earth Moon has rulership of the skin and skeleton as well as all things of form and structure. It is a colder constitution with little vital heat and a tendency to melancholy. The good news is they get stronger with every year and often sickly Capricorn Moon children will be one of the healthiest of adults. This Moon tends to hide away when unwell or feeling down, the best therapy for them is socializing and music to shift them into a better place. Nature, not oversleeping and some gentle movement in the sunshine will help lift their spirits.

Healing strategies:

• Earth diet
• Digestive bitters and alkaline style diet
• Laughter is their best medicine, socializing and contact with friends
• Exercise, walking in nature and the mountains
• Regular sleep routine
• Warming and well-cooked foods
• Temperance with alcohol and fermented foods
• Herbal teas: Chamomile, Passionflower, Skullcap, Yarrow, Echinacea

Aquarius Moon

This unique Moon sign is ahead of their time, with a busy brain and imagination leading to an overtaxed nervous system. Aquarius rules the messages sent via the nerves and they can easily experience heart palpitations, anxiety, or insomnia. The heart and circulation can also be affected as can the ankles and calves which are prone to cramps and sprains. Their ungrounded nature means it is easy to forget self-care and daily routines. Reminders to eat and exercise can go a long way to keeping this air Moon in a good place. When unwell they need rest, lack of mental stimulation and nature if you can convince them to go outside. 

Healing strategies:

• Air diet
• Adequate hydration and regular mealtimes
• Acupuncture and massage
• Exercise and deep breathing or singing
• Socializing and dancing or yoga
• Journaling and creative endeavors
• Herbal Teas: lemon Balm, Chamomile, Skullcap

Pisces Moon

This sensitive soul has an abundance of creativity and intuition though this can lead to a lack of boundaries and exhaustion. Pisces rules both the immune and lymphatic systems and there is a tendency to pick up every illness going around. The Pisces Moon can also try an escape how they feel with the use of food and alcohol, so take care this does not become a go to ‘stress’ strategy.  There is trouble noticing when they have eaten enough as their lack of boundaries comes into play with their digestive system.  A colder constitution, lacking vital heat the circulation to the limbs and especially the feet can lead to foot issues or a good shoe addiction.  

Healing strategies:

• Water diet
• Grounding exercises and getting outdoors into nature
• Adequate hydration and sleep schedule
• Journaling rather than internalizing emotions and creating physical ailments
• Resting when tired so their sensitive constitution does not become depleted
• Taking time for self rather than rescuing everyone around them
• Fresh air and sunshine
• Water therapy such as: baths, swimming and getting to the ocean or lake
• Herbal teas: Echinacea, Sage, Yarrow and Rosehips

Moon Foods and Diet

One of the simplest ways to support your Moon is to look to its elemental nature. Keeping a food, fluid, physical and emotional diary for a week can tell you an enormous amount about why you eat, how your body reacts to foods and what makes you feel energized. It can show you which foods make you feel poor, bloated, or cranky. Have fun with the elemental lists below and see how you go.

There’s a joy to this month's astrology! Yes, there’ll be a few days that aren’t as smooth as some but overall, there’s a buoyant feel to the planetary lineups. Summer’s in full swing, and the energies of the planets are in many creative and adventurous signs. This makes July a great month to seize the day! Go on those adventures you’ve been postponing for the last 18 months, or at least get creative in your home environment and make the most of the upswing of energy that’s all around us. 

The last few months have felt like hard work for you, but July should bring with it feelings of passion and fun! With both Mars and Venus lighting up the creativity and love-affairs sector of your chart, it’s a good time to go forth and manifest what you’ve been dreaming of. Getting active and sporty is also on the cards, be it in the bedroom or at the gym; it’s time to sweat and get the body moving! 

This month's new moon highlights your digestive system and emotional links to foods. Perhaps track your food intake, as well as energy and emotions, to see where you’re sabotaging yourself.  Do a kitchen clean out and press the reset button on some healthy habits. By month's end you’ll be feeling vibrant and ready for a super social August. 

Whether you like it or not, you’re in the spotlight this month! Get ready for some social activity and a busy home front as well. It seems like no matter what you do, there are social invites or visitors dropping by and interrupting your normally placid home life.  It’s a month where some great connections are to be made, beneficial to both your family life and career. So be sure to enjoy the busyness that July brings, and you’ll reap the rewards as the year progresses. 

Your nervous system may feel a bit frazzled from all the activity, so make sure you’re getting enough sleep! Some good time in the sunshine with gentle sports and a great book sitting by the pool (if possible), will help balance you. Be aware of overdoing the stimulants and alcohol with your busy social calendar. Set yourself the challenge of eating healthy whilst out to dinner, rather than always thinking of it as treat time. 

After a busy birthday month, you may feel you need some rest, but the stars have other plans for you! With both Venus and Mars in your home area of communication and study, it’s a great month for connecting with others, especially if it's over books, study, or short travel trips. 

The new moon is highlighting what you value in life, so it’s a great time to review what you’re doing for your health. Think about the importance you place on exercise/movement and the quality of the foods you’re eating. Be adventurous!  Try some new international recipes and restaurants or find a new style of yoga or meditation class that broadens your spiritual horizon; your tired and wired nervous system will thank you. 

It’s a fabulous month for your sign, with birthday celebrations and the new moon highlighting who you are and your personal mojo. It’s a great month to set in motion what you want to manifest for yourself over the next 6 months. Make a vision board, start a journal of your biggest wishes, and see what you’re capable of manifesting! 

This month your adrenals will need a bit of support; a busy social schedule may incline you to overdo the caffeine or alcohol. Swap them out for some ginseng, matcha or raw cacao instead. There’s some indulgence on the cards too, so make sure to balance the treats with some fresh salads, green juices, and smoothies to keep the digestive system in flow. Have a great month and celebrate yourself! 

This pre and birthday month is full of dichotomies for you my Leos. There’s much to be social about; a sense of freedom and self-awareness, with growth and action to be taken. Both Mars and Venus are in your personal sector, so it’ll feel like the limelight is focused just on you for the month of July. To take advantage of this great mojo, be sure to find those things in life you want to stretch and grow with; consider what you want the next few months to look like and take action NOW!

The new moon on the 9th of July brings a feeling to do inner work, in private. Go deeper within to search for your own spiritual needs. This may look like meditation, bubble baths with candles or journaling about what you want to ‘seed’ for the next 6 months. Just don’t forget to do the work! With so much great mojo and attention happening, be sure to support your adrenals with some matcha or liquorice tea rather than having that 3rd espresso of the day. Despite all the parties being thrown in your honor, be sure to get plenty of beauty sleep, and not to overdo the alcohol!

There’s a calmness to July that will suit you well, my Virgos. It may feel like the world has finally slowed down enough for you to catch your breath, rebalance your nerves, and get on with what really matters in life. The past few months have been a bit energetically chaotic for you, and July finally brings some soothing energy for you to create and rest. It’s a great month to unplug from the art world, go into your own cocoon, and dream up what you want to create for the next 6 months.

Your body is asking for a time out; so, rest, sleep, stretch and do some great yoga sequences to answer it’s call. Even with all this rest and rebalance, never fear; it’s still a super productive month, it’s just not as outwardly social and chaotic. Connect with those who are most important to you and leave the rest of the invites unopened. Tap into your intuitive side and listen to what the universe and your body is trying to tell you. 

I’m excited for you this month as it’s looking like a powerhouse of planetary energies in your favor. This month’s new moon is seeding great opportunities in your work sector, so lay the plans and visions for future work growth, because the sky’s the limit. Creativity and fun are on the cards this month, as are social gatherings, love affairs and some good passionate energy - be it for creative projects or people. It’s a pleasure month, so take advantage of this energy and get yourself into the action! Think about joining an art class, going on a hot date, or dancing with friends.

Joyful July is expansive for you, just make sure you don’t burn the candle at both ends, and ensure you find some quiet time to balance yourself.  After those big nights out, make sure to have plenty of warm water and lemon, summer naps in the sun, and try get back into a good sleep routine. Bitter green salads and fresh juices will help your digestion after those fancy dinners with friends. You know what balance is about, so don’t forget to make sure this is happening too.

I’m super excited for what July holds for you, Scorpio! The inner planets, Mars and Venus will be highlighting your work/career sector, and the new moon will be activating the adventure and spiritual side of your chart. July is a month to take action with work and career, to dream big about what you want to create and then take steps to make it happen. It’ll feel like the ancient gods are in your favor. 

Don’t overthink what you’re doing, go with your instincts, and feel what your gut is telling you to do; it will not steer you wrong this month. The full moon is also highlighting your home and family life, so be sure to find some balance between conquering the world and valuing your home front. Short trips with family or friends, some great healthy home cooking, and a good playlist to dance around the living room will all nourish your soul. 

Can you feel the adventure and excitement calling you as you dream at night? This month’s energy is perfect for the freedom loving centaur to do exactly what they want (within reason).  There’s lots to be learned, do, and be in the month of July as the planets highlight travel, adventure, and a search for meaning. Seriously, what else could you want in life?!

The new moon is asking you to go deep in your thoughts and emotions and to find the red thread to what you want to create in life for the next 6 months. It’s important to keep your eyes and ears open for the signs and hints from the universe as you’re gallivanting around in your adventures as well. There’s higher meaning to be found and processed this month regarding your true direction. Don’t overdo the alcohol or rich foods as you’re prone to do, let’s stick with excess in spirit and adventure, rather than food and drink. 

This month’s astrology is all about what you can do for those around you, while still staying true to your deep feelings, needs, and achievements. This sounds a bit tricky I know, but if you stay true to your emotions and what you value, you’ll find you have many gifts to offer those around you just by being who you truly are. This is a powerful month to make connections, solidify what you value in your life, and celebrate both. This is a month where you’ll work hard but will find many rewards, both physical and emotional, due to your efforts. 

Your body will also need some nourishment with all the hard work that is going on. Take the time to eat some nourishing meals and get enough sleep.  Also, don’t forget that your body needs to go out for some good exercise, be it hiking in nature, a great Pilates/yoga class, or a run around the block. When your brain feels like it’s in overload from too much responsibility, this is the time to get the body moving; you’ll find your thoughts organize themselves while you’re in motion. 

This is a fascinating month of duality for you my water bearers; the new moon highlighting hard work, service to others, and your daily routine. It’s time to get the work gloves on and break through all the roadblocks that have been in your way. You’ll easily get things done and the rewards will be worth it. On the flip side it’s also a social month ahead with friends and significant others wanting to play and get out and about in the world. Remember to look up from your work projects and take the time to connect with others, as this will give you more energy and rejuvenate you in ways you didn’t think possible.

The full moon near the month’s end is in your sign, which means it’s all about celebrating who you are, what you’ve created, and taking the moment to enjoy your success from the months of hard work. Treat yourself to some luxury health products or services, such as a new blender, a facial or body wrap, and a new vitamin routine or greens powder as you deserve it. 

Ok my gorgeous fish, how has the last month felt? Good I hope, with Jupiter swimming through your sign until near the month’s end when it sneaks back into Aquarius for a few months. So, what does this mean? July is the month to do your big work, vision board, ask for that promotion, get creative with what you want your life to look like, and put the plans into motion. There’s some work to be done but it’ll pay off so get your hands dirty and go after those things you’ve only been ‘dreaming’ about.

 Health wise you do need to remember that you have a physical body that needs some daily care and love. It’s a good month to set some new health goals and routines; yes, I said routine. Stop and listen to what your body is really asking for, be it green juices, fresh berries or more protein to keep you grounded. Make a plan to eat the healthiest breakfast you can each day and see how your body flows with the energy of starting the day with the right nutrients. 

The Summer Solstice marks the longest day (and shortest night) of the year in the northern hemisphere and is a celebration of the light, heat and abundance that surrounds us at this time.

There are little rituals and things that can be done to 'call in' the solstice, take some time out of your busy schedule and use this energy to give thanks and be aware of the passing of the seasons and life itself.

Here are a few rituals or activities you can take part in to celebrate today:

• Strawberries are often the first fruits of Summer to ripen. Go strawberry picking if you have a chance, make an incredible strawberry smoothie, or treat yourself to some chocolate-dipped strawberries for dessert.
• Many cultures have bonfires to symbolize the Sun at its strength. Have an evening BBQ or fire pit into the evening as you gather friends with good food to celebrate the occasion. 
• It’s a time to celebrate the light, renewal and abundance in one's life. Write down those things that you are thankful for and enjoy our evening with a lit candle if you can't have a bonfire.
• Other activities for Summer Solstice include; singing, dancing, cooking with friends, and gathering with friends for some music and celebrations.

Happy Summer Solstice, Love Club!

When we read horoscope columns, we assume they are written for our Sun sign (which is correct) but there's a second sign involved in your astrology chart that's also important to know, especially when it comes to your health and physical body. 

Your birth date tells us much more than just what your Star or Sun sign is. We know from a young age what ‘sign’ we are. That's referring to what constellation of the zodiac the Sun was passing through, thus we call it your Sun sign. 

If you want to go deeper into astrology, this is where you get someone to calculate what is known as your Natal Chart. This will show you where every planet in the solar system was the moment you were born, inclusive of both the Sun and the Moon. If you go to a website such as www.astro.com or to my website www.astrologyofhealth.com, you can get your entire natal chart calculated. What you also need is the exact time of your birth for this calculation. Try to get the time of birth as exact as possible, as the natal chart changes frequently every hour and will change how the planets express themselves. 

The Ascendant or Rising Sign as it's also known is calculated from this exact time of birth. It's taken from looking at what of the 12 zodiac constellations was rising in the East the moment you took your first breath, thus the term Rising Sign. The Ascendant is considered in astrology to be as important as ones Sun sign and is heavily involved in how others see us, how we interpret the world we experience and how our physical body functions. The Ascendant is like a filter or pair of glasses that you look through to see the world and this is why people will often say you don’t ‘seem like a Leo’. You may be presenting to others more of your rising sign which could be Pisces and thus you come across more emotional and sensitive than the average Leo.  The Ascendant is the first filter we experience life through, even before we let it get to our Sun sign. 

In medical astrology, the Rising sign is in charge of your physical body and how you react when under stress. It is often the area of the body where we have more ailments and experience more health issues. Each sign has rulership over different areas and systems of the body and the Ascendant is commonly our achilles heel. 

When reading my monthly horoscopes, try reading both your Sun sign and your Rising sign if you can get it calculated. Make sure to get the time of birth as specific as possible as the Rising sign will change every 2 hours of the day. 

Have fun with this! Read both your Rising sign and your Sun sign when you read a horoscope and it may just give you better insight and flavor as to what is happening in your life. 

With love, 

Kira

If you ask me, it feels like the world has been on warp speed since January; how are we in June already? As the months start to heat up, so does the astro forecast! Gemini season started back on the 20th of May and is one of the most action-packed months ahead. With the Gemini new moon on the 10th we also have the start of ‘eclipse season’. This period brings things up from the depths of our lives so we can examine, process and proceed with clarity. 

We are also in the midst of a Mercury retrograde; you can see an article on this here. Please read that article in combination with your monthly astro to get the full scope of what is happening in June. Last, but not least, the great benefit planet Jupiter has entered Pisces for a quick three-month visit. This Jupiter shift brings with it a feeling of expansion, growth and balm to our tired souls. On the 20th of June we’ve the Summer Solstice arriving, along with the start of Cancer season. So, with the party getting started in Gemini and the grand finale in Cancer, it's time to pull the seat belts tight as the rollercoaster of June is about to begin. Have fun, stay safe and be gentle with yourself during the process. 

Are you ready? You dynamic rams are trying to move full steam ahead, yet the Mercury retrograde will be holding the emergency brake; this gives June an uncomfortable start/stop feeling. 

Life should be feeling more in flow, with Jupiter bringing a joyful and more spiritual energy to your intuitive and sacred side. It’s a month to support both your immune and nervous systems, as they play a see-saw between each other. “Slow down to go fast” is the mantra I want you to keep repeating to yourself when it feels like things aren’t going to plan. 

Probiotics, herbal immune teas and decreasing your alcohol and sugar intake will do wonders to get you through this month. Foods high in B vitamins, iron and omega 3’s will get you to the end of the month in better shape than you started. Writing, communication, and then work/vocation are your areas to prioritize for June. Do the prep work this month and the rewards will happen by July. 

This month feels a bit like a crazy cousin has come to town and is disrupting your normal flow and calm. A big shift, especially just after your birthday month. Mercury retrograde is asking you to look at what you value in your life, and to make adjustments accordingly. How are you valuing your physical body, the foods you chose to put in it, and what you’re asking your body to do when stressed? June is a month to re-examine those areas and give it some good consideration. 

You may find writing out an action plan or the routine you want to implement will be a great start. The next step is to grab a few friends to help you action your plans. Jupiter’s arrival into Pisces can lead even the strongest of us off the rails when it comes to food and drink; make sure you watch your indulgences for the next few weeks! You can be social; just know your limits! Remember, saying no to some invites is giving the gift of extra downtime to yourself. Hot water and lemon, dandelion tea and the broccoli family of foods can all support your system after your big social forays. 

Are you ready for the ride to start? With Mercury retro in your home sign it can feel like you’ve gotten in the fast lane, yet no matter how hard you push, your car won't shift from first gear. This is the lesson of June for you.

Take deep breaths, get writing, thinking, planning, etc. The real action will take place after the 22nd of June. The first 20 days of June is all about looking within, processing things you are ready to let go of, and making space for some new great adventures, thoughts, challenges and dreams. Your nervous system is forever in need of support, and this month is no different. Remembering to eat regularly, keeping hydrated and getting enough sleep (rather than staying up late reading!) can all help to support your system to be ready for it’s big adventures by late June. 

Astragalus, Ashwagandha and Liquorice can all be great herbs to replenish your system; as can foods high in B vitamins. Be patient with the world, and yourself, as your brain is about 10 steps ahead of everyone else this month. Write down your great insights and ideas; by month's end you can implement how to take over the world. 

The month before your birthday is always a bit of a fragile time as your body and emotions get ready for your ‘solar return’, which is considered your own New Years. Your immune system is having a bit of a dance with your nervous system, and both need some extra support to get you through the month. Probiotics, immunity herbal teas, eating enough protein and decreasing your sugar and alcohol intake will give your body the support it needs. 

June sees a real inner, homebody and spiritual flavor to this month, asking you to look within as to what is nourishing you and what needs to be pulled out of the dark and released for good. Think of June as your prep month to organize your inner, spiritual life and decide what is nourishment and what is excess baggage. Be aware of how much energy you give to others, socially and within close relationships, as this can also drain your nervous system and your emotional bank balance. Get yourself some great books, a new online course, and a few yummy aromatherapy candles. It’s time to climb under the covers and give back to yourself; you deserve it.  

It's an interesting month ahead for you gorgeous cats! Get yourself ready for some serious downtime, pruning of your social connections, and getting life organized. I’m almost tired for you from that last sentence, so let me explain further. There is a review needed in how you spend your piggy bank of energy with friends and social groups. this isn't to say you can’t go out and be the life of the party, you just need to be more picky with where you spend your hard earned energy. The planets are asking you to be discerning this month both socially and with your health routine.

In preparation for a fun and dynamic Summer, you need to do the groundwork now. Create time and space to nourish yourself with daily journaling, organizing your food pantry, and putting your exercise and meditation routine into action. The effort you put in now may feel a bit mundane but will have great payoffs come your birthday month. 

Focus on digestion; lots of green/bitter vegetables or digestive enzymes to keep the bowels moving. A bit of extra fiber, probiotics and some herbal tea to soothe the nervous system will do wonders to support your digestion. Think of June as the month of tuning up your health so things run smoothly by the Solstice. 

Work or play? This is the real question this month as your energy is pulled in two opposite directions. Even the conscientious Virgo will feel like work and order is more important, but this month’s energy and full moon is asking you to take a break from your daily routine and let loose a bit.

What creative project, dance class or love affair have you been ignoring or putting on the back burner? This month’s slow burn of your ruling planet (Mercury) is asking you to review where you spend your time and energy. Once the Summer Solstice hits on the 20th of June, you will feel like the abundance fairy has come to the party. Enjoy yourself, surrender to the fun, and this will bring a new sense of connection with friends, family, and a love interest. Cherries, strawberries, and citrus fruits can help to clear your stagnant digestion, as can some probiotic foods, extra fiber and some good lemon balm or chamomile tea with honey. Enjoy the sweetness of what this month has to offer. 

It’s an interesting month ahead for the scales of balance, as you literally need to find your equilibrium between your big picture wants and your home or family needs and responsibilities. It’s a great month to vision board what you want the next 6 months to look like. However, it’s not time to take action yet, just dream and prophecy for now. 

There is a need to focus on the home environment, to stoke the home fires, and keep things running smoothly behind the scenes. Your digestion and food intake need some focus, as you switch from Winter eating styles into the lighter Summer choices. Let’s put away the slow cooker and bring out the salad bowls as well as the delicious and juicy Summer fruits. Your digestion needs a holiday with some good green juices, lighter meals, and digestive enzymes. The first three weeks of the month is a great ‘detox’ time to get your body ready for the fun of Summer. Hydration, quality sleep, and decreased snacking will help you arrive at the Solstice feeling in balance and ready for adventures. 

It’s an interesting and likely enjoyable month for you ahead, with a focus on how you think and feel about the deeper, more important parts of your life. This month's Mercury retro, plus an eclipse happening in your psychological realm, will see you enjoying a deep dive and purge of what’s no longer serving you. It’s time to think about things, not just feel them, and this will clear the way for a more thorough renovation of your life and what you want to manifest. 

The second half of the month gets a bit more social and romantic, if that is what you’re asking the universe for. The other way to use this energy is to get creative and musical, be it going out dancing, taking a new art class or just getting creative in the kitchen. Red wine and chocolate will be calling your name, but don’t forget the hot water and lemon, zinc, magnesium and B vitamins to clean up the mess after the party is over. Have fun this month, don’t take things too seriously, and enjoy the detox before the party starts. 

Ok my centaurs, this is an interesting month for you! Whilst I can’t say it’ll be light and fluffy, nor will it be terrible, I think it’ll just feel just different. This month's energy begins with the feeling that something is holding you back from your usual fast pace; and to be honest, it is. 

The Mercury retro is happening in your opposite sign, which means it’s time to look at how you interact with others, be it romantic or other people in your life on a daily basis. Do you need to cull some people that are only takers and not creating a two-way street of energy? It’s actually a great month to see how you give vs receive from people, and to make adjustments that better suit who you are now, not who you were when you met them. 

Finding balance, not just in friendships, but in your health should be a priority for June. Your typical cavalier attitude to food and exercise needs a bit of a review and revamp. You will have plenty of energy for a new sport, adventures, and fun once the Solstice happens on the 20th. However, the first three weeks need to be a conscious effort in sitting still, letting go of habits that aren’t serving you anymore and a little bit of a detox wouldn’t hurt either. Ask yourself what parts of your health and lifestyle do you value and how can you make those more of a priority? Is it time to order an organic veggie box once a week or those pre-made healthy meals you have been thinking of? Plenty of fiber, cruciferous vegetables and some oats can make your system flow a bit better than it has been. Remember to drink water, not just coffee/tea or alcohol. Add in some raw cacao, maca or green tea if you’re looking for an energy hit. 

It's an interesting month ahead for you gorgeous goats; lots of thinking, planning and perseverance in store for the first three weeks. It's time to get down to business with your health and daily routine now that Winter is long gone and even Spring is almost over. Come out of hibernation for real and get the flow of daily health happening.  

All the hard work and prep that you do for the first half of the month will pay great dividends after the Solstice and into the Full Moon in your home sign. It’s a month to look deeply at what is no longer serving you, be it with work, your health or your relationships. You then need to adjust, accordingly, just not all at once! Take it slow and maybe attempt one thing a week to ponder over. By month's end you will surprise yourself at how light and flowing life can feel. Warm yourself up with some great herbal teas to brighten the mood; be it lemon balm, dandelion or rosehips. By the start of Summer things will feel easier and in a better flow. It's also time to do a few extra things for yourself rather than others. This may look like a spa day, a new bathing suit or some yummy bath salts and candles. Splurge on yourself for once and you will then feel you have more to give to others when they need it. 

June is an interesting time for the water bearers of the zodiac, as the energy is high and vibrant! There is so much happening in fellow Air sign Gemini, and this can have you feeling wired and tired if you don’t take some time out to rest. 

New ideas, creativity and passions are seeded this month, but be patient with how things grow as it will not be at the speed you want it to be. Take a step back, nourish the projects, but realise they'll take some extra fertilizer and thought before they grow to what you expect.

 Life will feel pretty abundant this month. Make sure you don’t overindulge while you’re waiting around for the rest of the word and your projects to catch up with where your brain and mind already are. Use the waiting time to rest, sleep and find a new physical outlet that inspires you such as hiking, swimming or archery. Random I know, but do something you’ve never done before and let go of being good at it when you start. Magnesium and extra B vitamins will help to power up your busy mind and nervous system. Herb teas such as yarrow, echinacea and elderberry can help support your immune and lymphatics. Dry skin brushing, saunas and lymphatic massage are also great to enhance the flow of circulation and support your immune system. 

Is life feeling pretty good about now or what? With the jovial benefit planet Jupiter moving into your home sign, life should be feeling smooth and expansive at the moment. Big dreams, plans and wishes are all within reach, or at least feel more tangible than in the past month or two. Do your big thinking and dreaming this month, as the plans organized now may take a while to come to fruition, but by year's end you will be surprised at how much you have achieved. 

There is work to be done on the home front this month. Focus on the details of what needs to be discussed, reorganized and what is no longer serving you for your higher good. Some of this may be a bit painful, but once through the process you will feel 100 times lighter in mind and body. Be aware that overindulging and sweets may be calling your name; it's ok to have treats, but not every day. It can be hard for you to know when you are full, so be extra cautious with portions, potions (alcohol) and spending. Friends, as well as family, will be wanting your time this month, so remember that it’s ok to say no to both social engagements and to that extra glass of wine. Tap into what your body really needs, not what your eyes want, and your health will feel all the better for it by month's end. 

Mercury retrograde, let us set the record straight on what it is and then have a think about how we can use it to our benefit. 

Mercury retrograde is actually an optical illusion, not a scientific fact. From our viewpoint on Earth, it appears to change direction and move backwards for about 3 weeks a few times per year. Thus, in astrology we refer to this optical illusion as a retrograde of a planet. All planets have this happen, it's just that Mercury is the most frequent one and it seems like everyone is always talking about it. 

Mercury has rulership over communication, technology, short travel, information gathering, and logic. In medical astrology it rules the mind, the nervous system, the arms, hands and fingers as well as the lungs and hormones. This 3 week occurrence happens 3 times per year and is known for causing disruptions in communication, work and travel delays, electronic issues and misunderstandings. In astrology, the idea of a retrograde is that the energy of the planet is moving inwards on a more internal journey and will bring things up, or back into our lives that need to be confronted and released. In a way, it’s a time of review, recheck and renew. Yes, it can be a frustrating time when things appear to go too slow, projects get stalled and delays occur be it work, travel arrangements or relationships. But it is also a time of opportunity if we know how to use its trickster energy.

Below is a list of ideas, do’s and don'ts to make this energy a bit easier for you and your stress levels. 

Retrograde Don’t (If possible):

• Sign important contracts (as things will come back to be an issue later) 
• Schedule elective surgery if possible (you don’t want communication to go awry when under the knife)
• Buy electronic equipment, cars, computers etc. 
• Set big goals and timelines as things get slowed down and delayed!

Retrograde Do’s (these are much more fun):

• A great time to do a major clean out of closets, the house, friends lists or whatever needs a good purge in your life.
• Be patient with this energy as things will not move as fast as you want, you may encounter unexpected delays. 
• Back up your computer and important files (preferably before the retrograde). I like to use the retro as a reminder to get things tidy in my office, files, and life.
• Spend some time on yourself, review how your health and energy are and make a list or plans for how you want to make changes moving forward. 
• Think big picture, plan, write lists and use this energy as an organizing/preparing stage and then implement things once the retrograde is over.
• Double and triple check all travel times/dates and bookings during a retro as things can go awry, it's not to say you can’t travel, just be aware there can be delays and miscommunications.
• Notice what ‘reappears’ in your life to be dealt with be it old friends, family issues, ex partners etc. This is the universe giving you a hint that there is unfinished business to process and let go of. 
• Nourish and rest your nervous system, meditate, have a day in bed to rest and just unwind rather than pushing ahead.
• Do some breath work exercises, drink herbal teas to sooth the nerves and help with sleep. 

So, there you have it! A few simple things to keep in mind when we hit the ‘retro’ periods of the year. Remember, these are suggestions not rules. I like to remind my clients it’s a time to be more aware of this energy and how it feels but keep doing your amazing things and just realize it can be at a slower pace than normal. Have fun, do a big ‘house and mind’ declutter and just surrender to a few weeks of unpredictability.  

Mercury retrograde dates for 2021 are:

• January 30 - Feb 21
• May 26/29 - June 22 
• September 27 - October 23

What other questions do you have about our dearest Mercury retrograde?

With love, 

Kira

We’ve made it to May, how's everyone feeling? With the start of Spring at the end of March, and April being Aries season, I find many people get to the end of the month and are exhausted with all the fire energy that’s been raging about. 

Taurus season started on April 20th and by May 1st we’re in deep. Taurus, the bull, is a gorgeous, luxurious, steady, earth energy that moves along at its own slow pace. Never one to be rushed or pushed about. 

The start of May is a steady groove of endurance and abundance. That said, the month starts with the Sun coming into contact with Uranus, the planet of liberation, awakening and disruption. It’s going to be an interesting ride, as the normally steady energy at the start of May gets a bit of a ‘finger in the light socket’ moment. Be ready to have some brilliant ideas, thoughts and inspirations; they just won’t be able to be put into action as fast as your brain wants them to be. 

We enter Gemini season once we hit the 20th of May and that'll feel like we’ve been released from the bow that our arrow has been strung on all month, without being able to fly. I like to think of this month like making soup. The first half of the month is the food prep, and a slow simmer of all the yummy ingredients as they come together. By month's end we’ll have blended the soup so that all parts are indistinguishable from each other, and we have created a synergistic blend into one glorious bowl.

It's time to come back to earth after our blazing and busy birthday month. May is all about seeding the plans for what you value about your health, your assets and your visions. If you want a great month to ‘reset’ your health don’t wait any longer, as the seeds you sow now can have abundant results in the next 6 months. How do you value your body and all  it does for you? How can you nourish and support your health on the physical level as the days roll through? Big visions and plans are on the cards. Make a wish list, write in your journal what you want to manifest, or do an old-fashioned vision board for your health and body. Use your 5 senses this month, activate your inner goddess of self-care and ritual, the results will be exciting. 

What's not to love about May for you? The month can feel like it’s starting a bit too fast for your liking but try to roll with it as it soon slows down to a steadier rhythm by the mid month New Moon. Planting the seeds of transformation and manifestation with the new Moon in Taurus  you have the ability to create some pretty dynamic shifts in your approach to health and exercise. Not one to make many changes too quickly, this month sees you able to take on almost double what you normally want to tackle. How do you want your body to feel? What small and permanent changes can you make that will have the largest impact? Use this month's awakening energy to evolve and create. Your mind will easily keep up but needs some good nourishment for the task’ olive oil, avocado, walnuts and adrenals herbs can all be useful companions. Try some birthday celebrations that don’t involve food. Get yourself some amazing bath salts, aromatherapy candles and body scrubs that nourish your senses. 

May brings with it an energy that the twins will love. Electric, fast vibes and great communication are on the cards for the whole month. However,  just be patient until the mid month New Moon and then the party can start. Make sure you don’t burn the candle at both ends, and ensure you support your immune system for the first few weeks. Vitamin C foods, probiotics and some echinacea and elderberry tea wouldn’t go astray. Think of May as the warm up month to take it slow and steady before you run your big race that is June. Take some time to yourself. A great book, long bubble bath with candles and a warming drink, as well as a new mediation practice can help to build your system before the big month to come. Root vegetables, crunchy greens and some great green smoothies will also be handy. 

Do you feel like hiding from the world one day, and then conquering it the next?  This month's energy has a bit of a see-saw effect on your system, so do take care to check in with yourself and see what the emotions are asking of you. It’s a busy start to the month, with lots of friends and social invites, the feeling that you need to connect for a higher purpose and goal. Watch your nervous system as all this busy can take its toll. Good oils, regular meals, and some seeds and nuts to snack on will help stabilize your blood sugars before you go out and socialize. Just because the treats and alcohol are being offered, doesn’t mean you have to accept it all. 

It’s a great month to stop and think about what you’re choosing to put into your body on a daily basis. Choose some great new rituals to bring into your health routines, and commit to them on a daily basis. Do you need to start the day with a great herbal tea or hot water and lemon rather than the milky coffee with sugar? It’s a month where the new routine can easily become a lifelong habit; so, grab your journal, write out that health wishlist, and manifest it to fruition.

The start to May can feel like you’re gaining by leaps and bounds with work, career and reputation. It feels  fabulous to be recognized for all your hard work and efforts. It’s a bountiful month and there can be outside assistance that you didn’t expect. Just remember, you don’t have to do it all yourself and it’s ok to let others on the team. 

The same goes for your health as May is asking you to join forces with others to support your wellbeing. Is there a new group, be it in-person or online, that you have wanted to join? It could be a yoga studio, run club or meditation circle?  There are new people waiting to become part of your tribe to nourish your soul;  you just  need to reach out and make contact. By month’s end you will feel more insular and have a need to be creative for yourself and your home life. Get the home fires burning with some great creative cooking, buy yourself a new inspirational cookbook,  get your groove on with some fabulous music and become your own healthy master chef. 

Inspiration is the name of the game for you this month, as May sweeps in with fabulous ideas and innovative plans;  downloading at lightning speed. Get out your journal or notebook and write it all down. The first half of the month is about planning and thinking, whereas the second half past the New Moon will be all about putting it into action. You'll have to hold yourself back a bit for the first 2 weeks and then you can run at full speed at the task, be it with exercise, work, home renovation or study. 

With your direct download of thoughts and ideas you need to make sure you remember to eat and sleep at regular times, as you know your system can get easily overwhelmed and out of sync with itself. Maybe set an alarm each day for when you should be taking work breaks, and remembering to have a meal and drink your water. You’re one of the healthy eaters of the zodiac, but the downfall is remembering to eat and take a break from your busy, industrious life. Try peppermint and liquorice tea, some digestive bitters, olives or bitter greens eaten slowly while relaxing in the spring sunshine. These foods can be a great ‘stop’ and smell the flowers for your body and your nervous system. Regular bedtime and good sleep hygiene rather than Netflix binging can go a long way to keeping your bowels regular, as well as your body rejuvenated. It’s the little things that you do for yourself this month that will make the greatest impact. 

Such an interesting month for you ahead; the energy may start  with feeling intense and deep,  but finishes with a lighter, more expansive and safer feel.  May begins with a deep dive into the areas of your life that you often leave the lid on, but the energies are asking you to go there. You’re being asked to till the soil and see what you need to bring up to the surface.  I promise by mid-month all those things you had been ignoring will have evolved into important facets of your next adventure that you can use as tools along the way. 

While this is happening you need to focus health wise on your detoxification and elimination channels. Dandelion, nettle, and calendula tea can all be great to flush the lymphatics; as can a good sauna, steam room or exercise session. The second half of the month will be all about communication and creativity. Your brain feels ready to take on new projects and adventures. Fiber, steamed green vegetables and some yummy spring berries can all help to keep your system in balance; as can remembering to drink enough healthy fluids. 

The energy of May brings with it some fabulous feels for my deep and powerful Scorpions. The month starts with you needing to find a balance between self and others, be it relationships or family and friends. There can be some great connections and growth that can happen. The energy of the mid month New Moon then dives into a more intimate and intense energy that you typically thrive on. 

Watch out for dehydration, having too much salt and not eating enough leafy greens, as these can all lead to a slowing of the bowels and elimination systems of your body. Some good fibre, probiotics and valerian tea can all come to your aid if the need arises. Taking some solo time to consider how you want to approach the next 6 months can be a great thing to do. During May your ability to manifest long term goals is pretty special.  What is it that you value and how do you want to go about getting it? Just remember to value your body as well as your projects. 

May can be a great month if you take the time to focus on the little things. as well as your normal big picture self! This month's energy is asking you to look at your daily life, health routine and how you are of service to yourself and others. Have you been speeding along and spreading yourself too thin? 

The first two weeks of the month see you needing to write a few to-do lists with your health, check in on your digestion and bowels and to make sure all is in working order. Eating more leafy greens, citrus, extra fibre and bitter foods can all go a long way to support a smooth-running digestive system. Dandelion tea, which should be a staple for you centaurs, should be brought back into rotation. You may  think about setting up a morning routine/ritual to give yourself some extra attention before you go out and give to the rest of the world. The second half of the month sees you blooming on a personal level.  Goals you have been aiming for, exercise routines and just some great self-focus will see you thriving with some great pleasures and blessings. Have a great month ahead and enjoy the inner sunshine vibrating from your being. 

My gorgeous goats, it’s time to get off the treadmill of all work and driving forward and have a month where the focus is also on creativity and inner self. Yes, you heard me right and yes, you can do this - I promise! May’s energy is asking you to take a step back from your perpetual forward motion and listen to your inner callings. 

What does your body and soul need to feel more calm, balanced and nourished? What creative project have you been putting off or always wanted to learn? Music, dance, guilty pleasures (keep it healthy) and just letting your creative side out to play will go a long way to supporting both your physical and mental wellbeing. As we get deeper into spring it’s time to fire up your digestive system with some ginger, chilli and turmeric, as well as some good immune boosting foods such as garlic, onions, lemon and bitter greens. The effort you put in this month will really boost your overall system and help to shake off the last cobwebs of the long, cold season just passed. 

What have you been up to in the last few months? Has your brain been in overdrive and you’ve forgotten that you live in a physical body? This month the planets are asking you to slow down, ground yourself ( yes really!) and do some deep organizing on the home front. A good closet clean out but also a health habit overhaul can be a great way to call in the warmer spring weather and get yourself balanced and vibrant. 

What is your inner life asking you to focus on? It could be emotional or physical, either way now is the time to slow down and listen. Your digestion needs a bit of extra attention. Your body may be craving different foods as the weather heats up. Easy to digest home-cooked goodness is needed as your system can be easily overwhelmed with too much indulgence or rich foods. Good hydration needs to be  a focus as well; think about plain water, herbal teas and not using alcohol as a stress reliever. I promise with a bit of body focus this month, you will hit the start of Summer feeling better than you have in years; as long as you slow down a bit first. 

May is looking pretty special for you gorgeous fishes as long as you can remember to be in  your body and not just floating in the collective universal energy. The energy starts with a big focus on your nervous system, brain and stress levels which all need a bit of attention. Your mind will be going a million miles an hour with what can be a great month of inspiration and beauty. You  just need to  remember to stay grounded and write things down, so you don’t forget it all in the dream space that you often occupy. 

Get yourself a new journal or notebook and get that info into physical form. Baked root veggies and beets can help to bring this energy into reality, as can healthy protein sources at each meal. By month’s end things will feel bountiful and the planet of luck moves into your home sign. This will bring with it a great expansive and growth phase for the next year. Keep a wish list of what you want the next 12 months to look like, on a romantic, physical health and work level. A vision board or wish list can manifest big things for you this year, so decide exactly what you want life to look like and your health to be as anything possible at this point. 

If you go back in history, the original naming of the days of the week in English are derived from their Latin names, but what many people don’t know is that these names are from the different planetary bodies in our skies. Each day of the week was ascribed a planetary ruler and that day was said to contain the energetics of that planet. This information has long been forgotten by many but within the astrology and alchemy worlds it has continually been used to plan schedules, signify certain energetics or actions for the day. 

Each planet is said to embody or have certain characteristics to it, linked to its god or goddess rulership and their personality traits. In modern times its fun to use the energetics of each day and schedule your week in synchronicity with the planetary ruler. 

Below is a list of the days of the week, their planetary ruler, the deity associated with that day and the energetics or rulership of what the day embodies. Have fun with these, see if you can schedule your workflow or social life to fit with the days and see what comes of it. Do you find you have more productivity, alignment and flow, I would love to hear how it goes. 

Have a look at how you schedule things in your life and see if you can align a few things to coincide with the energy of the day. 

Sunday is known as a day of rest and recuperation. It brings vitality, clarity and is associated with family, social gatherings, worship and sharing. It is a day of expansive and fun energy that can be harnessed to prepare for the week ahead. The Sun rules fire and cooking, thus it can be a day of shared meals and Sunday gatherings or use it to food prep for the week ahead. 

Monday is an emotional and sensitive day, likely that is why so many of us are not excited to start the work week on this day and feel a sadness at times that the weekend is over. Use this day for more simple and gentle work rather than important meetings or striving ahead to cut through large workloads or deadlines. The official start to the week is really Sunday by the old calendars so this is actually day 2 of the week, where it can be utilized for creative thought, intuitive work and awareness of the flow and tides to your energy. Try to take some time out to nap (or go to bed early), take a bath, dream, or have some quiet time to yourself.  

Tuesday is your day to get things done, schedule hard tasks and things you need that extra energy for, you will find you are more successful and productive. It has a strong driving force to the day which is productive but can also be competitive to pick your battles wisely. Start new projects, tidy up and clear out your clutter and old tasks you have been putting off. It is also a great day for exercise and sport where you can call on the god of war to support your in fighting the good fight be it at work or on the basketball court. 

Wednesday is a great day for connection, writing, communication, emails, and verbal conversations.  Networking, study, computers, phone conversations and signing contracts can all be done swiftly and with great clarity. Be aware that it is best to wait for mercury not to be in retrograde to sign important contracts. This day also rules short travel and is a wonderful energy to embody at the midpoint of the week.   

Thursday is a great day to be super productive as you push forward towards the weekend. This is the day of expansion, growth, and order. Plan your big workday here be it meetings, mergers, takeovers and just plain hard work as the energy of Zeus will see you super-efficient and successful in your endeavors. This is not a day to run errands and do all the little things on your to do list, this is the day for big picture projects and growth. Thursday is considered a lucky day and is one to buy lottery tickets or just shoot for the Moon when needing a favorable outcome. 

Friday has a wonderful energy to it. Aphrodite the goddess of love and beauty wants to see us enter the weekend a bit early with a celebration of all things pleasure and social be it with friends or romantic. We can still get things done at work but its best to schedule the more social and light-hearted meetings here, go out to lunch, or take a break and disappear for a spa day with friends. Friday night is the best night of the week for romance and social outings and is considered the best day of the week for marriage celebrations. 

Saturday is the most serious day of the week, ruled by father time. It’s a great day for hard work, getting things done and organized. It can be very productive and easy to complete hard tasks that have been on the back burner. Cleaning up the house, academic study, and preparing for the week ahead can all be great ways to use this sombre energy.  It can be used to ground yourself after the busy week, see if you can save your socializing for Sundays and instead get things done for yourself on a Saturday. It's funny that so much sport is played on Saturday and the planet Saturn rules the skeleton, I wonder if there are more injuries and accidents on this day due to this rulership and if we would be better to play most of our weekend sport on Sundays instead? 

April is such a fascinating time of the year; we are just past the spring equinox in the northern hemisphere and things are starting to wake up after their winter slumber. The equinox also heralds the season of Aries which is the official new years of the zodiac. Aries is a dynamic fire sign and brings with it the desire to pioneer, change things up and to strive forward with new projects and ideas. As April starts, this is the perfect time for a spring clean, be it of your house or your diet and lifestyle habits. Are you ready for a challenge and to grow the seeds of new health and vitality? This is the best month of the year to initiate this into physical form. If you feel you missed your chance in January, then it's time to put on your big girl pants and get to action NOW!

Ok birthday queens, it's your month and it's time to own it with all your passion and desires. The astro line up is really in your favor and it's possible to put multiple projects into action. After the watery and low energy month of March, April should be feeling like you have just had the best cup of coffee of your life and you are ready to conquer the world. What do you want your health and vitality to feel like this year? The first half of the month is planning time, journal, setting out your ideas and visions for what you are wanting to create and my mid months new moon. It will be time to plant the seeds and take action. It’s a month to celebrate you in all your passion and drive. Just remember that you do need to sleep and eat as well as conquer the world. Adaptogen herbs such as matcha, ashwagandha, the ginsengs and schisandra can all help to stoke your Aries fire, or the B vitamins and magnesium can help to keep you running at 110%.  

Sometimes Aries season can all feel a bit too much for the steady bull with its crazy fire and energy making you feel rushed and unsettled. The energy for the first half of the month can feel like you have had too much caffeine and can’t get to sleep.  It's best to do a bit of unplugging from society and use this extra energy on the home front, a physical spring clean of your home and your emotions is a great way to channel this excess. Are there things coming up for you that you normally don’t pay much attention to? Now is the time to realign and reset before your birthday month arrives. Some extra nutrients found in citrus, berries and green juices can be an internal cleansing start to the month as you assess what is to be kept and what can be released with thanks back to the universe. The new moon at mid-month will help you feel more settled and grounded. Take the time to do your inner work this month and by May you will be feeling like re-engaging in the social upswing of spring. Nettle or dandelion tea can be a great spring cleansing tea for this month’s energy.

Are you ready to get your ‘social’ on? This month’s energy has you shaking off the blankets and getting social like you have not done in a while. It's time to connect with your tribe be it in person or online, its time to lock back in and enjoy the vibe. April brings with it a sense of joy and connection that will make any Gemini feel like they have their groove back after the long and sometimes lonely winter. Venus also brings her energy to your social scene and this can be a soothing balm of love and pleasure. You just need to remember that you do have a physical body as well, that needs taking care of. With the Sun in Aries you can feel like there is no need to sleep or rest, but this can soon catch up with your high wired nervous system. Olive oil, raw seeds and nuts, coconut oil and some good B vitamins will help to stabilize your tired but wired nervous system as you blaze through this month of high energy. Try to get 8 hours of sleep and don’t overdo the alcohol, adding in some magnesium rich leafy greens won’t go astray either.

Aries season can feel a shock to the system after the month of swimming in dreamy Pisces. As one of the beautiful water signs, Cancer can feel a bit flustered with all the fire and energy rushing about.  This month’s energy sees a focus in the career and vocation sector of your chart. What new projects and plans do you want to grow? The vibes are high this month for putting those plans into action, just make sure it's not a month of all work and no play. Remember your body and health are also a work in progress and some time out to focus on how you want your body to feel is important. It’s a great month to walk your talk with your health and wellbeing. Spring brings with her the energy to make the health changes you have wanted to do for quite a while, the energy of April will give you the courage and passion to get this underway. Visualize what your end goal is and work backwards to see the small steps you need to take to get there. Green juices, smoothies, and a bit of a detox to shake off the cobwebs of winter will have you feeling fabulous in no time. Spirulina, matcha and wheat grass can all be of assistance while in your spring cleansing mode.  

How good does the Spring and Aries energy feel? With the Sun in fellow fire signs it is a great month for Leo’s to feel dynamic and fabulous. April brings a wonderful energy to your life with adventures, action, and insight all part of the mix. It is time to start a new exercise or get the running shoes out of the closet after the long and cold winter. New vitality is yours for the taking you just need to start your engine and grab life with both hands. This month’s new moon at mid-month see’s you making bigger plans than you have been able to for the last year, dream big, put things into action and watch the results roll in. Health wise it's all about getting moving and a good sweat up. What sports and activities make you feel fantastic and alive? What new activities have you always wanted to learn? Lots of exercise means burning lots of energy and refueling after training is a must to keep your energy high. Protein foods are in order to keep your muscles happy but don’t forget how important some good carbohydrates are after exercise as well, be it whole grains, fruits and vegetables. Your body will be craving springs bounty of leafy greens and bright colors to give it enough magnesium and other micronutrients. 

This month’s dynamic and fiery energy see’s a focus on the hidden aspects of your life. What areas have you been keeping private and under wraps that needs some of your attention and illumination? You are great at keeping things organized, in control and flowing smoothly but the rushing of spring may upset your balance and bring with it a shake up of things that no longer serve you. What emotions and deep desires do you need to bring out of the hidden areas of your life and into the warmth of spring? This can feel a bit overwhelming to reveal so much of yourself but by mid-month you will see how much this has cleared your path to create new projects and endeavors. As you deep cleanse the stagnant areas of your life it’s a good time to deep clean your health as well.  The focus is on digestion and more specifically the small and large intestines. How is your sensitive digestion going? Does it need some help with a probiotic or extra fiber? Make sure to add in some of the springs amazing leafy greens and sprouts to add those extra micronutrients to nourish your nervous digestive system.  Lemon and ginger tea, lemon balm and nettle tea can all be great at this time.

So, my gorgeous scales of balance what have you been up to? Aries month can feel a bit fast and chaotic for you so make sure you don’t run yourself into overdrive and hit the wall with exhaustion. Opposite to the amazing scales of balance the Aries energy is all about self, pioneering and leaping before you look. I know that all sounds a bit much at times but there are things to learn from your shadow self. This month’s new moon activates the relationship sector of your chart. What I want to challenge you to do this month (did you see that Aries word challenge that I used there) is to do some self-care before you do ‘other care”. Take some time to nourish and rejuvenate yourself first, you will feel more grounded, centered, and then will have energy for those around you be it romantic or family and friends. So, what does a self-care month look like? Long baths with bubbles or yummy essential oils like lavender and sandalwood. Eating to nourish your body such as stir fry, leafy greens, mushrooms, and some healthy protein to balance your blood sugar levels. Herbal teas to give you an energy boost such as green tea, matcha, rosehip and ginger. Find the time to write/create a vision board as we enter spring and feel renewed. What do you want to create over the next 3 months of spring, what in your life be it relationships or projects do you want to see grow from seed to sapling? You have the universe flowing with you this month so time to take advantage of it! 

Wow is this going to be a dynamic month for the ever strong Scorpios. With the new moon in your routine, health and hard work sector its time to get down to business and create what you want life to feel like. It’s a month to look at the details of how you take care of yourself on a daily basis and up your health game. What routines have you been wanting to start but have not gotten around to yet? April is your time to initiate action. Make a list, create a plan and then use this dynamic and action-packed energy to start it all. Digestive health needs a little love while you are at it so when writing that list make sure to include good hydration, enough fiber to keep the intestines happy and a few salad greens and stir fry’s too. Buy yourself a new bento box to inspire you to create healthy lunches and a new water bottle to make you feel special.  The full moon by month's end is in your home sign so all the plans put into place at the start of April should see some stunning results by the 26th. Dream big, work hard and the results will speak for themselves. 

What’s not to love about the energy of Aries for fellow fire sign Sag. This month see’s you full steam ahead, riding the wave of good vibes and almost unlimited energy gifted to you by the new moon in your creativity and passion sector of your chart. What visions do you want to create and bring manifest into the physical realm? This is the month to do it and then some. Plant those seeds and see what grows by month's end, it is likely to be impressive. Dance, sing and let loose a bit as long as it's about movement and pleasure. By month's end you will want to do a bit of hibernation and dreaming as the energy dips into your more esoteric and inner realms. Iron rich foods, citrus fruits, and immune boosting teas such as echinacea, elderberry and nettle can assist along the way. Not too much alcohol and some dandelion coffee to support your liver will also help. Have fun, just not TOO much. 

Ok my hardworking goats, now that we are out of dreamy soft Pisces and into Aries season it's time to get going, take stock of what you have done so far this year and vision what you want to grow and create for the next 3 months. As the last bits of winter disappear and the energy starts to rise its time to get you seeding and planning for the year ahead. Your home environment is under the spotlight and how the energy flows within this space. Is it time for a serious spring clean and a good pantry detox? You need to think of your body as your home environment as well and how you want to nurture this for future wellness. Make a list/action plan for what you want to get done at home and with your body for future inspiration and goals. Start with 3 or 4 major changes and ride the fire energy of this season to get into gear. Warming teas such as ginger, chai, turmeric are great to bring the energy up your spine and into the head, warming stir fry’s, kimchi and probiotic foods will help to stabilize the home ‘microbiome’ environment. Baby steps but keep walking, you are going in the right direction. 

This is going to be a fun start to spring for the water bearer. With the dynamic Aries energy focusing on your communication and study sector of your chart it's time to explore some new ideas about your health and energy levels. What do you think you need to change regarding your health and exercise routine and how can you initiate these into physical reality? Do you need to get more movement happening with your physical body rather than it always being your brain that is on high speed? Actions taken now will have huge benefits not just for your physical health, but your work and outer life will also benefit with your increased vitality. Nervous system support is on the agenda for you and April is no exception. Lots of magnesium rich greens, B vitamins and omega 3 foods and oils are just what your batteries need to keep running on high speed. New forms of sport or mindfulness can also inspire you as the seasons change and you can find your new ‘groove’. 

This month sees you needing to ground and rest after your busy birthday month and big energy expenditure. The new moon brings energy into the grounding part of your chart where you would benefit from getting outside and nourishing yourself with mother nature. Gardening, hiking and other forms of gentle movement will feel wonderful without over taxing your more sensitive nature. There are big dreams and adventures to be planned but you also need to keep your feet on the ground. It can be a month where it's hard to eat and drink and many social events/festivities can be calling you to indulge. Be wise with your decisions, have the treats now and then but not every day. Some good liver cleansing foods high in fiber and B vitamins can help buffer some of the load you have been putting on your body.  The broccoli family as well as some ginger and garlic won’t go astray.  Have fun but remember that your body needs to feel as good as your social calendar does.

From the beginnings of time, we have watched the earth and her elements in full power, trying to understand the world we live in and how it works. The 4 elements make up all that is around us and we are used to experiencing them as the seasons change. Many ancient cultures came to similar ideas of how the elements work within our bodies, flowing in health or being blocked in times of disease or imbalance. 

When an element is strong in our chart it can bring great benefits to our health, empowering and balancing our daily lives. It is possible for an element to be overstimulated or to fall into a state better known in medical astrology as, in excess. Elements can also be ignored or underused in our chart and fall into a state known as; lacking or depleted. 

We are each born with our own make up of elements, some high, others low, or maybe missing. We often overuse our strong elements as they are energy that is familiar and easy to access. This habit of ‘overuse ‘can easily lead to an imbalance where we are then called on to use our opposite element to try and re-balance the situation.  

The actions we take, how we sleep, the foods we chose, who we communicate with and how we go about building our lives are all influenced by our elemental makeup. Below is a list of the 4 elements and their general framework of operation. I often ask clients to look at their charts, discern their elemental makeup and then to read the lists below. For a week I get them to observe how they use their elements, what they over emphasize and how this plays out in their health and wellbeing. Do they ‘blow out’ one of their abundant elements or have they created a lifestyle that brings in the energy of one of their low or missing elements? 

Below are small descriptions of what each element has to offer and how it works.  Take note of where you recognize yourself here and how you use each one in your daily life.

• Fire signs are Aries, Leo and Sagittarius
• Earth signs are Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn
• Air signs are Gemini, Libra and Aquarius
• Water signs are Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces

Fire is the element of action, courage, getting things done and high energy. It is hot and dry and creates great movement and force. It is stimulating, creative, dynamic and radiates energy. It corresponds to one’s vital force, motivation and our actions. It rules the body’s heat and digestive fire, muscles, physical movement, perspiration and the adrenals. 

When fire is in balance it creates great energy, vitality and body heat. It is optimistic, courageous and confident.  In excess it expresses as anger, impatience and aggressiveness. It can lead to such ailments as heart burn, adrenal exhaustion, headaches and inflammation.  In deficiency it presents as poor circulation, stiffness and low energy levels. Digestion can suffer from a lack of power and one can feel uninspired and a lack of motivation. 

Fire people - avoid spices and heating foods as they aggravate as can alcohol or too much caffeine. Eat more cooling vegetables, salads and fruits.

Earth oversees the physical body and grounding us. It is dense or heavy, ruling our physical form and structure. It has a cold and dry nature that is form building and melancholic. The earth element rules all 5 of the body’s senses.

When Earth is in balance a person feels stable, consistent and has good endurance. Excess Earth can create a sluggish, heavy feeling in the body. I t can lead to lethargy, weight gain, melancholy, or a crystallization of thought.  When low it can present as a dreamy, ungrounded nature where the person is not tuned into their physical body. They can have brilliant ideas but struggle to put them into action. It can also lead to a lack of focus on the physical body and taking care of one’s health. 

Earth people - need to avoid hard-to-digest foods as you already have a cold and compromised digestion. You need more warming foods such as ginger, turmeric, garlic and best that foods are lightly cooked or in a soup or slow cooker to bring warmth and moisture to the body. 

Air rules the thoughts and our mental focus.  It is light, hot, moist, and changeable. It creates movement, connects things together and has a quick and mental nature. Though moist in temperament it easily creates dryness due to its quick and windy nature. It rules our nervous system and our lungs. 

An overabundance of air can create anxiety and restlessness.  Sleep becomes light and interrupted as the mind refuses to quiet down, leading to a depletion energy and one’s vital force. Lack of air can create problems of energy flow in the body. Tiredness, breathing difficulties and a more sluggish mental feeling or brain fog can be felt. 

Air people are another warm constitution and thus need more cooling foods as well as grounding foods such as root vegetables, seeds and nuts. 

Water oversees one’s emotional state and is cold and moist by nature. It is emotional, intuitive, cleansing, and creative. It rules all cycles and fluids of the body, the lymphatic, and the reproductive system. 

Water in excess creates can create weight gain, lack of energy, sleepiness and highly emotional or sensitive states of being. It can lead to a dreamy and ungrounded nature, with a focus on security both in the emotional and material worlds. Without enough water the body becomes dehydrated and cold, with dry skin and stiff joints. Sleep problems can occur, and emotions become hard to express or sense.  

Water people are cold and moist by nature and thus need to add warmth and dryness to their system. Well cooked foods, seeds, nuts and lighter meals will help balance their delicate systems. Be aware of emotional eating, especially of sugars and starches. 

Take the time and observe yourself for a week, see what insights can be uncovered about your daily habits, unconscious actions, and style of elemental use. Half of healing the body is just being aware of what you are doing! Have a play with the elements, find activities or things that will bring the unfamiliar elements into your life. 

Have fun with the elements and see how easy it can be to invoke a bit of extra help in your life.

Yours in health,

Kira Sutherland