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Full Moon in Shravana: Sturgeon Moon and Wealth in Knowledge Aug 08, 2025

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Hi everyone!

In this episode, we explore the Full Moon in Shravana Nakshatra, the lunar mansion of listening, wisdom, and the pursuit of truth. Shravana teaches us that real knowledge is not only spoken — it is absorbed in silence, the humility of bearing witness, and lived through experience.

We’ll discuss:

The deeper meaning of Shravana and its connection to the power of listening, learning, and remembering

The Saturn–Mars opposition, and how this tension is showing up globally and individuals + ways to navigate
Mercury Retrograde themes, including taxes, tariffs ,and debt

This lunar phase invites us to turn down the noise, lean into mindful awareness, and make space for insights that can only come through stillness.

If you're tired of the news, tune in at 10:33.

YOUTUBE:

D9 exploration:

Characteristics of Your Spouse:

Soulmate Astrology

Christine:

website: innerknowing.yoga

instagram: astrologynow_podcast

August Horoscope: Dharma Need Not Be Perfect Aug 01, 2025

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Hello everyone! This week, we will look at the month of August.

Bhagavad Gita 18.47: It is better to do one’s own dharma, even though imperfectly, than to do another’s dharma, even though perfectly.

Perhaps the most influential transits of the month are Venus in Gemini, Mars oppose Saturn, and the Sun entering its own sign of Leo...

Mars in Virgo will bring in a grounding energy and will shift our focus to health, daily rituals, and practical service - on a personal and global level. It’s a powerful time for healing the body, mind, and spirit. It is also powerful for clearing clutter and refining what’s not working.

It is a beautiful time to offer service to others by offering time, energy, or resources to what we care about. There will be a global call to action concerning humanitarian efforts and addressing humanitarian crises.

Mars and Saturn sit in opposition, bringing tension between discipline and action, restriction and willpower. This can cause a "stop-go" energy. We may struggle in knowing how to direct our energy or how to use our energy wisely. It's possible we experience limitations internally or externally. In this podcast, we discuss practical ways to move through this period with grace and strategy.

Venus in Gemini adds a playful, intellectual essence to our relationships, highlighting the beauty of platonic love. We explore how spiritually enriching our soul-deep friendships can be.

On a collective level, issues related to water, flooding, or natural disasters may continue to be prominent. We’re reminded of nature’s force and the need to care for both the planet and our own internal tides.

YOUTUBE:

D9 exploration:

Characteristics of Your Spouse:

Soulmate Astrology

Christine:

website: innerknowing.yoga

instagram: astrologynow_podcast

Animals as Guides: Who is Seeking You? Jul 27, 2025

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In this ethereal and unconventional episode, we explore the sacred realm of animal guides and allies. Animals can act as messengers from the unseen world - walking beside us, offering protection, insight, and connection. Whether appearing in dreams, crossing your path repeatedly, or popping up on bumper stickers, signs, or emojis, these beings may not just be symbols... they may be seeking you.

We’ll explore how animals have served as guides across cultures and traditions, how to recognize when one is reaching out, and how to begin tapping in to decipher what they may be telling you.

If you’ve ever felt the mysterious presence of a creature in your life—or wondered which guide may be trying to find you—this episode will help you open your heart and senses to their call.

YOUTUBE:

Mars + Ketu

https://youtu.be/J_gnbbOmqe8

D9 exploration:

Characteristics of Your Spouse:

Soulmate Astrology

Christine:

website: innerknowing.yoga

instagram: astrologynow_podcast

Ardra Nakshatra: Observations Jul 23, 2025

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Today we explore the deep, intense, chaotic asterism of Ardra.

Ardra spans from 6°40' to 20°00' in the sign of Gemini. Naturally ruled by Rahu, Ardra combines the thoughtful, intellectual, and strategic energy of Mercury with the futuristic, rebellious, and obsessive energy of Rahu.

Ardra is endlessly curious, youthful, witty, and ingenious.

With their passion and endless obsession to understand, they can become masters of their craft and a leader in their field.

We explore:

The emotional intelligence and intensity of Ardra natives
How Ardra teaches us to transform pain into power
The unique gifts and challenges of planets placed here

How to Feed and Water your Ardra

Ardra is also known for being one of the hardest and most chaotic nakshtras of the 27. We explore challenges they may encounter or how unbalanced Ardra energy may manifest.

YOUTUBE:

Mars + Ketu

https://youtu.be/J_gnbbOmqe8

D9 exploration:

Characteristics of Your Spouse:

Soulmate Astrology

Christine:

website: innerknowing.yoga

instagram: astrologynow_podcast

Building Walls of Inner Fortitude: New Moon in Sidereal Cancer Jul 18, 2025

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Hi everyone! In today's segment, we explore the New Moon in Sidereal Cancer and Mercury Retrograde in the same sensitive and emotional sign. The sign of Cancer is a reminder to soften, nourish, and to come home - within or literally.

We also discuss how Mercury retrograde invites us to revisit the past, address loose ends, and do a little "emotional housekeeping." It’s a fantastic time to deep clean your space, clear out old items, or even repair things associated with the the mother — whether it's your relationship with your mother, your inner caretaker, or the physical home itself.

The New Moon in Cancer is an opportunity to evaluate where we feel safe, and more importantly, where we don’t. What energies are we allowing into our emotional space that may not truly support or protect us?

We explore these concepts throughout the segment and also discuss other astrological ongoings.

Also a correction: The new moon will be at 2:10pm central time*

DONATE:

Austin Disaster Relief Network (ADRN)

Austin Pet's Alive

Kerrville Pets Alive

Convoy of Hope

Kerr County Flood Relief Fund

Salvation Army

Southern New Mexico Community Foundation & Community Foundation of Lincoln County

Beloved Asheville

YOUTUBE:

Mars + Ketu

https://youtu.be/J_gnbbOmqe8

D9 exploration:

Characteristics of Your Spouse:

Soulmate Astrology

Christine:

website: innerknowing.yoga

instagram: astrologynow_podcast

Saturn Retrograde: Spiritual Insights, Karmic Consequences, and Uncompleted Pasts Jul 11, 2025

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In today’s segment, we explore Saturn Retrograde in the sidereal sign of Pisces, taking place from July 12th to November 27th/28th, 2025.

Saturn is the planet of karma, consequence, hard work, and discipline. Pisces is watery, ethereal, spiritual, and deeply connected to the unseen realms. This transit stirs themes of the past, the subconscious, and spiritual reckoning.

On a global scale, we may see heightened focus on water, oil, and gas industries, along with revelations or consequences linked to past actions. Saturn’s retrograde can bring unfinished business to the surface—both collective and personal. Mystics, hidden affairs, or spiritual institutions may also be brought into the public eye.

On a personal level, Saturn’s retrograde offers a powerful opportunity to reconstruct daily routines, revisit unresolved karma, and realign with long-term goals. You may find yourself revisiting the past— to heal, conclude, and clarify.

If confusion or uncertainty arises, do not panic: this is a time of gathering insight. The uncertainty is part of the process. As Saturn retraces its steps, it’s illuminating areas of life where deeper clarity is needed—so that we may move forward with greater wisdom and peace.

We also dive into current global events and how they reflect this powerful astrological energy.

DONATE:

Austin Disaster Relief Network (ADRN)

Austin Pet's Alive

Convoy of Hope

Kerr County Flood Relief Fund

Salvation Army

Southern New Mexico Community Foundation & Community Foundation of Lincoln County

Beloved Asheville

YOUTUBE:

Mars + Ketu

https://youtu.be/J_gnbbOmqe8

D9 exploration:

Characteristics of Your Spouse:

Soulmate Astrology

Christine:

website: innerknowing.yoga

instagram: astrologynow_podcast

July Horoscope: A Summer Heatwave as Mars and Ketu Continue Jul 04, 2025

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July is yet another month of intensity and confusion as Mars and Ketu near their exact conjunction degree, Saturn and Neptune retrograde at 7 degrees of Pisces, AND Mercury retrogrades.

In todays segment, we explore how to use the energy of Mars and Ketu to better support our lives and avoid unnecessary conflict. This combination can be used for GOOD when approached appropriately.

Saturn and Neptune go retrograde, bringing blurring lines to our boundaries and discernment. This is a time of turning inwards, reflecting, and tapping into the Guru within, as opposed to outsourcing all of our guidance. There is an essence of uncertainty for the collective, and we may experience it in our personal lives as well.

Kala Sarpa will be broken later this month, releasing heat and allowing for necessary reprieve.

Though this month is yet another month of intense energy, there IS a path forward that can be graceful, courageous, and clear. Learn more here.

We cover:

July 4th - Neptune retrograde at 7 degrees of Pisces
July 10th: Full Moon at 24 degrees of Sagittarius
July 12: Saturn retrogrades at 7 degrees of Pisces - both Neptune and Saturn. Notice your birth chart. This is certainly a time to watch out for natural disasters, oil, water as mentioned. “Hidden enemies”, illusions, trying to ascertain the truth. Pisces is endings. Deep seated secrets coming to light.
Sun in Cancer July 16 - August 16th
July 17th: Mercury retrograde at 21 degrees of Cancer - may be a more intense Mercury retrograde with the lunar phases + aspecting Pluto. Domestic matters, economy, wealth, role in tech (until august 11)
July 20th: Mars conjunct Ketu at 25 degrees of Leo
July 21: Kala Sarpa Broken
July 24th: New Moon at 7 degrees of Cancer - the homeland, opposing Pluto, safety, security, nourishment.
July 28th: Mars enters Virgo - health related issues almost always

YOUTUBE:

Mars + Ketu

https://youtu.be/J_gnbbOmqe8

D9 exploration:

Characteristics of Your Spouse:

Soulmate Astrology

Christine:

website: innerknowing.yoga

instagram: astrologynow_podcast