Speaker: Lori Lotheian, an astrologer using Western Tropical Zodiac and whole sign house system.
Topic: Astrological transits with a focus on Mars moving through Leo and its impact on various zodiac signs.
Background Context: Rare sky patterns not seen since 1977-78 indicate potent and powerful influences.
General Advice: This content is for general astrology insights and should not be considered as a personal natal chart reading.
Mars in Leo: Overview
Time Frame: Mars moves into Leo on April 18th and remains there until mid-June.
Significance: Represents a time for action, decision-making, and momentum in the Leo part of the sky.
Historical Parallel: Similar to astrological patterns from 1977-78, implying significant changes.
Key Astrological Events
Mars Opposing Pluto: Around April 18th – a crunch point for decisions and direction, impactful for various life areas like marriage, career, or creativity.
Astrological Advice: Mars is about cutting away what is not needed, akin to the Zen master's approach to carving an elephant.
Astrological Impacts by Sign
Aries
Focus: Creativity, romance, and entrepreneurial ventures.
Advice: Make decisive cuts in these areas to align with true desires.
Historical Reference: Reflect on November-December decisions, ready to move forward now.
Taurus
Focus: Home and family, with potential changes in residence.
Advice: Address family patterns and consider foreign travel or relocations.
Gemini
Focus: Communication, travel, and local environment changes.
Advice: Finalize travel plans, writing projects, and neighborhood changes.
Cancer
Focus: Financial well-being and career developments.
Advice: Align career goals with personal values for financial success.
Leo
Focus: Personal growth and significant life changes.
Advice: Cut out what doesn't serve your life purpose, use Mars's energy for personal empowerment.
Virgo
Focus: Self-undoing and financial strategies.
Advice: Address long-standing patterns, embrace new opportunities abroad.
Libra
Focus: Long-term desires and social networks.
Advice: Reevaluate friendships and align with true desires.
Scorpio
Focus: Career changes and public image.
Advice: Use Mars's energy to make decisive career moves.
Sagittarius
Focus: Life purpose and education.
Advice: Align personal beliefs with career goals for fulfillment.