Navigating Pluto Retrograde in Capricorn with Alexandra from Nine Lives Astrology | Self Help Witch In this episode of Self Help Witch, Dana dives into a compelling discussion with Alexandra from 9 Lives Astrology about Pluto's retrograde back into Capricorn for the last time in our lifetime. Alexandra, a Capricorn rising, brings profound personal and collective insights on Pluto's impact, especially as it transited her first house. Dana and Alexandra explore the transformative effects of Pluto in Capricorn over the past decade, both from a personal perspective and in the broader socio-economic context. They discuss the emergence of the gig economy, the lasting impacts of the 2008 financial crisis, and what we can expect as Pluto moves back into Capricorn for the next few months. This episode is a must-listen for astrology enthusiasts eager to understand Pluto's powerful influence and how to navigate its energies mindfully. WORK WITH ALEXANDRA Website: https://www.9livesastrology.com/ IG: https://instagram.com/9livesastrology WORK WITH DANA Join Dana's email list: https://selfhelpwitch.com/w3 Website: https://selfhelpwitch.com IG: https://instagram.com/selfhelpwitch 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:15 Introducing Alexandra and Pluto's Retrograde 01:59 Subscribe and Support Self Help Witch 04:02 Alexandra's Astrology Journey 06:23 Pluto's Impact on Personal and Collective Levels 11:30 Personal Experiences with Pluto and Capricorn 20:47 Emotional Resonance and Personal Growth 21:31 The Transformative Power of Pluto 22:56 Struggles and Lessons in Identity 27:02 Navigating Professional and Personal Challenges 29:54 Astrological Insights and Future Speculations 37:23 Connecting with the Astrological Community

In this episode of Self Help Witch, Dana hosts fellow astrologer David Odyssey to delve into the often misunderstood world of challenging aspects in astrology. They also explore key astrological cycles such as Saturn and Uranus and their implications on personal development. Tune in for powerful insights about challenges in your chart and life! 🧙🏻 MORE FROM SELF HELP WITCH → book a reading → get my 2024 Notion astrology almanac - every transit of 2024 with instructions for how to add your own! → Find me on IG 🌟MORE FROM DAVID ODYSSEY → book a reading → Substack → Find David on IG 00:00 Introduction to Self Help Witch 00:19 Introducing David Odyssey 02:32 Navigating Challenging Aspects 02:56 David's Astrology Journey 05:15 Understanding Hard Aspects 10:47 The Thema Mundi and Aspects 13:37 The Nature of Squares 16:49 Exploring Oppositions 21:02 Uranus and Saturn: Cycles of Rebellion and Authority 22:05 Understanding Planetary Oppositions and Transits 23:16 The Impact of Saturn Return and Ongoing Challenges 24:41 Navigating Astrology: Beyond Superficial Interpretations 27:39 The Role of Conflict in Personal Growth 34:09 Working with T-Squares and Planetary Aspects 37:33 The Importance of External Perspectives in Astrology 40:08 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

This week features a Leo New Moon that's overshadowed by Mercury stationing retrograde and Venus entering Virgo, along with an interesting narrative with Venus and Mercury. We explore how these cosmic shifts may influence various aspects of life, offering insights and practical advice on how to navigate the week with intention and clarity. 00:00 Introduction to the Leo New Moon 00:39 Cosmic Context: Recent Astrological Events 02:13 Upcoming Transits for the Week 03:29 Venus in Virgo: Challenges and Insights 05:01 Navigating Mercury Retrograde 08:10 Practical Tips and Practices for the Week 10:06 Final Thoughts and Encouragement Witchy Wisdom Weekly is hosted by Dana Solara, the astrologer, teacher, and creator of Self Help Witch. Ways to work with Dana: 💌 get the Witchy Wisdom Weekly digest each Sunday – includes this video, a written digest with practices + insights, plus first dibs on new stuff from Self Help Witch 🌟 book a reading 🧘🏻‍♀️ Daily Astro Morning Meditation 💻 2024 Astrology Almanac: A Notion transit journal for 2024 with every astrology transit for 2024 + instructions for how to add your own!