AstrologyNow - Vedic Astrology Guide

Spoiler alert: This podcast is very relationship based and you can find personal contemplation questions at 23:03 if you're wanting to journal on this full moon. Beltane + Full Moon in Libra really has the potential to illuminate matters involving love, intimacy, and relational balance!
May 1st brings a full moon in Libra, highlighting the balance between self and other.. separateness and closeness. The moon in Libra asks to us to lean into "the other" while the Sun in Aries reminds us that this is only possible with a firm connection to the self...
This full moon brings relationship dynamics into focus, asking us to examine patterns, projections, and the roles we unconsciously play with friends, lovers, and collaborators.
This full moon coincides with Beltane (!), the Gaelic festival of fertility, life, and sacred union. Beltane carries themes of attraction, commitment ,and the life force that draws us toward creation. It’s a celebration of polarity—masculine and feminine, self and other—mirroring the essence of Libra.
This is a significant moment for reflecting on the relationships we attract, what they awaken within us, and how we can move toward more conscious, aligned connection...
Contemplation Questions:
1. What qualities do I consistently attract in friends or partners?
2. How do I tend to behave in close relationships, and what role do I unconsciously step into?
3. What emotional patterns feel familiar in my relationships
4. What does being in this type of relationship allow me to do or avoid?
5. If I attracted someone completely different (someone ideal, healthy, secure, aligned), what parts of myself would I have to grow into or confront?
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YOUTUBE:
D9 exploration:
https://youtu.be/HTgYcjltyas
Characteristics of Your Spouse:
https://youtu.be/i_cOvdSbjy0
Soulmate Astrology
https://youtu.be/ExnDysvjzUw
Christine:
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In today's segment we explore the main transits of May.
Mars will enter the sign of Aries, FINALLY breaking the intense depth of Yama Yoga. Mars is strong in Aries - inspiring drive, courage, and a desire to take action... but not without intensity!
As we transition from Aries season into Taurus season mid month, we discuss the energetic shift from fiery impulse and taking action to grounding down, enjoying the fruits of our labor, and redirecting to steadfastness.
Venus will enter Gemini - bringing curiosity into relationships, encouraging conversation, playfulness, and mental connection. With Saraswati Yoga active, there’s also a powerful undercurrent of creativity, learning, and expression.
May 1st: Full Moon in Libra (Swati nakshatra)
May 6th - October 15th: Pluto Retrograde 11 degrees Capricorn (Shravana)
May 8th - May 17th: Mars gandanta
May 11th - June 20th: Mars in Aries 
May 14th - June 8th: Venus in Gemini
May 14th - June 15th: Sun in Taurus
May 16th: New Moon in Taurus (Krittika)
May 29th - June 1st: Mercury/Venus/Jupiter create Saraswati Yoga in Gemini
May 31st: Full Moon in Scorpio (Anuradha)
YOUTUBE:
D9 exploration:
https://youtu.be/HTgYcjltyas
Characteristics of Your Spouse:
https://youtu.be/i_cOvdSbjy0
Soulmate Astrology
https://youtu.be/ExnDysvjzUw
Christine:
website: innerknowing.yoga
instagram: astrologynow_podcast
patreon: patreon.com/astrologynowpodcast 
keywords: astrology, jyotish, Vedic astrology, sidereal astrology, nakshatras,  spirituality, Christine Rodriguez, aries, libra, scorpio, libra, capricorn, Nakshatra, new moon, taurus, Venus, Jupiter, Pisces, Spirituality, horoscope, retrograde, eclipse, solar eclipse, new moon, lunar eclipse

In today's segment we discuss the New Moon in Ashwini, which marks new beginnings and a fresh perspective. Ashwini is the first of the 27 nakshatras and is often associated with healing, rejuvenation, passion, and impulse. This nakshatra is fast-moving and action-oriented, so there may be a strong urge to begin something new or make a quick decision. It’s a good time for energetic intentions, but it’s important to stay mindful of impulsivity.
Akshaya Tritiya is coming up on April 19th, which is traditionally associated with long-term growth and lasting results. Actions taken now are believed to have staying power. Akshaya Tritya lands on a day of intensity this year, so be sure to focus on Dharma, Service, and Sincerity.
We are still working with Yama Yoga (through May 11) keeping an environment of intensity. This combination can feel restrictive or frustrating, as Mars pushes forward while Saturn slows things down. It may bring pressure, delays, or a need to take responsibility and act with more discipline.
On a more exciting note, Venus will enter Taurus on April 19th, which will provide stability and sensuality. This is a strong placement for Venus and can help with grounding, relationships, and focusing on what is steady and sustainable.
YOUTUBE:
D9 exploration:
https://youtu.be/HTgYcjltyas
Characteristics of Your Spouse:
https://youtu.be/i_cOvdSbjy0
Soulmate Astrology
https://youtu.be/ExnDysvjzUw
Christine:
website: innerknowing.yoga
instagram: astrologynow_podcast
patreon: patreon.com/astrologynowpodcast 
keywords: astrology, jyotish, Vedic astrology, sidereal astrology, nakshatras,  spirituality, Christine Rodriguez, aries, libra, scorpio, libra, capricorn, Nakshatra, new moon, taurus, Venus, Jupiter, Pisces, Spirituality, horoscope, retrograde, eclipse, solar eclipse, new moon, lunar eclipse

In today's segment we discuss the Sun shifting into sidereal Aries on April 13th, marking bold new beginnings and a surge of courage, independence, and leadership. Aries season invites us to act, initiate, and step into a new chapter.
This year, the energy carries deeper undertones. With Ketu transiting Magha, themes of lineage, legacy, and past-life karma are strongly activated. We discuss how Ketu in Leo has an impact on LEADERS, and Magha especially will impact the "kingdom". We may find ourselves confronting old patterns, ancestral influences, and questions around power, authority, and purpose.
We review that the United States continues to navigate its Pluto return - a once-in-248-year transformation that signals profound shifts in power structures, government, and collective identity. This is a period of restructuring, death and rebirth, and a period where we contemplate where to move forward.
April brings Yama Yoga, as discussed before. This is a configuration traditionally associated with karmic reckoning... We review its depth and impact.
30 Minute Readings 
https://calendly.com/vedic_astrology/30-minute
YOUTUBE:
D9 exploration:
https://youtu.be/HTgYcjltyas
Characteristics of Your Spouse:
https://youtu.be/i_cOvdSbjy0
Soulmate Astrology
https://youtu.be/ExnDysvjzUw
Christine:
website: innerknowing.yoga
instagram: astrologynow_podcast
patreon: patreon.com/astrologynowpodcast 
keywords: astrology, jyotish, Vedic astrology, sidereal astrology, nakshatras,  spirituality, Christine Rodriguez, aries, libra, scorpio, libra, capricorn, Nakshatra, new moon, taurus, Venus, Jupiter, Pisces, Spirituality, horoscope, retrograde, eclipse, solar eclipse, new moon, lunar eclipse

REPLAY - Learn more about retrograde planets in this amazing interview from 2023.
Hi everyone!
In this segment we host an amazing guest, Ryan Kurczak, to discuss the nebulous, mysterious, and notorious - retrogrades!
The concept of retrograde planets gets thrown around a lot! I'm sure almost everyone we meet on a day to day basis has a fundamental understanding of Mercury being retrograde.
But what does it TRULY mean to have planets retrograde in our birth chart? What will be influenced? Will it be challenging?... Helpful? Ryan and I discuss how retrograde planets may operate in a birth chart as well as how they may impact the collective.
This is a phenomenal podcast for anyone with retrograde planets in their birth chart and are looking to take their understanding to the next level.
To contact Ryan Kurczak:
Astrology:
https://ashevillevedicastrology.wordpress.com
Kriya Yoga:
https://kriyayogaonline.com
Learn Astrology with Ryan Kurczak:
⁠https://vedic-astrology.teachable.com/⁠
Playlist with Ryan Kurczak:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4q308ykQSTBRjKrHHDCSkM?si=b676721ba1464c7f
Christine
Hear horoscopes weekly on Patreon:
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Work with Christine:
innerknowing.yoga
[email protected]
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