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Who Gets to Make a Sacred Day? The Curious History of Lion’s Gate.

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Published August 8, 2026

Who Gets to Make a Sacred Day? The Curious History of Lion’s Gate.

Every August 8, social feeds fill with talk of Lion’s Gate: a day of courage, clarity, and intentional beginnings. But how did this date become a shared ritual in the first place?

The Forgotten Constellations of the Norse

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Published July 16, 2026

The Forgotten Constellations of the Norse

When most of us look up at the night sky, we see familiar names like Orion, Ursa Major, and Cassiopeia. Those stories come to us through Greek and Roman mythology, and after centuries of retelling, it’s easy to forget that they weren’t the only people who looked up in wonder.

Jupiter Enters Leo: A Year to Let Your Light Shine

On June 30, Jupiter moves from Cancer into Leo, beginning a new chapter that will last about a year. This is your invitation to let your light shine.

Archive · June 21, 2026

The Summer Solstice: Light, Darkness, and the Turning of the Year

When I was a teenager, I had the opportunity to spend the Summer Solstice in Edinburgh, Scotland. The thing that surprised me most was how late the Sun set — nearly 10:00 p.m. and still light outside.

Archive · June 17, 2026

How to Use Planetary Hours in Everyday Life

One of the biggest misconceptions about planetary hours is that they are only useful for astrologers, mystics, or people who have spent years studying astrology. In reality, planetary hours can be surprisingly practical.

Archive · June 13, 2026

How to Work With Planetary Hours (Without Changing Your Whole Life!)

Planetary hours are not meant to become another item on your to-do list. They are simply a way of becoming more aware of the natural rhythms already moving through your day.

Archive · June 12, 2026

What Are Planetary Hours? A Beginner's Guide to Working With the Energy of Time.

Planetary Hours are an ancient system of timekeeping that emerged during the Hellenistic era. The idea is simple: each hour of the day is ruled by one of the seven classical planets, and those planetary energies influence the quality of that time.

Archive · June 27, 2025

The 29th Degree: Astrology's Threshold Between Endings and Beginnings

A rare moment in 2026 when six slow-moving planets reach the anaretic degree within five months — and what that threshold energy means for us.

Archive · June 26, 2025

Why Everyone Is Talking About CERN Right Now: The Astrology of CERN

A lot of people are talking about CERN right now. The world's largest particle accelerator is about to enter a major shutdown. But what does the astrology say about CERN's mission — and this carefully timed pause?

Archive · June 21, 2025

The Light We Inherit: The Sun, Summer Solstice, and Father's Day

This year Father's Day arrives alongside the Summer Solstice, and the pairing feels somehow appropriate. The Summer Solstice marks the longest day of the year. Across much of the Northern Hemisphere,…