WITCHTIPS & HOROSCOPES 9/9-15/2020

Astrology by Lisa Stardust 

The week ahead is action packed and anything short of boring! Be kind to yourselves and others. Give yourself time to reflect and rest. You’re gonna need it!

The Virgo Sun and Jupiter, who’s retrograde in Capricorn, connect on September 9th, allowing us to expand our bravado and confidence. Mars starts it’s retrograde journey in Aries on September 9th. We will be dealing with tense emotions and a slower energy than usual until November 13th, when Mars turns direct. The Last Quarter Moon in Gemini on September 10th is pushing us to release and forgive the past. This luminary will add to our sentiments and emotions on September 11th, when the Virgo Sun and Neptune, who’s retrograde in Neptune, oppose each other. Jupiter, who’s been retrograde in Capricorn for the past four months, turns direct on September 12th. The Virgo Sun and Pluto, who’s retrograde in Capricorn, add passions to our visions on September 14th. Love and money takes an intense and unpredictable turn on September 15th, when Venus, who’s in Leo, and Uranus, who’s retrograde in Taurus, square off. 

What a week!

~Witchtip~

This week, your cosmic homework is to create an invisible forcefield of protection against those who don’t have your best interests at heart. Surround yourself with positive people and energy. Wear a cloak of defense to shield you from the haters, allowing good vibes to enter your sphere. To avoid energetic vampires, use selenite to cleanse your aura from their negativity, cleanse the corners of your room with sage, and detox your body by taking Epsom or Himalayan salt baths with a dash of Florida Water. Most importantly, allow yourself to take a break from the negative people in your life. You don’t have to respond to their emails and texts. Focus on healing and tending to yourself. 

Aries 

It’s not that you’ve lost your gusto and love of life. Rather, you are simply exhausted from all of the changes and information that’s swarming around you. Therefore, it’s essential that you allow yourself a few moments in each day to rest and restore your body and mind. Do not push yourself to max capacity this week. Take as many naps as you can and spend time away from electronics to avoid overstimulating your mind. 

Taurus 

More than ever, you are relying on a higher spiritual power to help you find your way in the world. The lesson or big reveal is that you don’t need to look to anyone or anything for guidance — the answers are within you. The caveat is that you have to trust your heart and sentiments more. Embrace the deep and instinctual parts of yourself with open arms. You’ll find that you are always correct. 

Gemini 

People‘s actions will surprise you this week, leaving you quivering with intense emotions. Analyze their motives and behavior. Don’t let them gaslight your thoughts and feelings. Unfortunately, you may find that they aren’t being 100% honest with you. Lean into your intuition to decide if you think their actions are or aren’t met with good intentions. If the situation doesn’t seem or feel right, then it’s important that you trust your gut and cut ties.

Cancer 

All of your wishes and dreams are on the road to fruition. However, you’re finding that you are changing your desires and inclinations at the moment. This means that what you once wanted no longer seems important and that you want to augment your decisions. Luckily, you will have the opportunity to revise your goals this week. Make sure that you choose the right path for yourself on the road towards personal growth and transformation. 

Leo 

The innate desire that you are feeling for individuality has converted you into the offbeat lion of the troop. Marching and fiercely roaring loud to the beat of your own drum may be lonely, but it has its perks. You’ll be able to see matters clearly and from your own point of view, using your emotional intelligence to feel your way situations, rather than taking an austere intellectual stance. Let your heart be your guide.

Virgo 

Money stresses may be adding to your anxieties at the moment. The cosmic and astral solution is to implement magic into your current financial situation. Plant a money tree or attach a few pennies to the roots of a plant in your home. Abundance will come to you if you water this plant with TLC and attention. Talk to it and tell it your intentions. This will help you manifest money in the months ahead. 

Libra 

Recently, there’s been a lot of drama in your one-on-one relationships. Before you try to make amends with others, focus your energies on yourself. Work on opening up your heart chakra this week. Work on healing yourself. The most important relationship in the world, is the one you have with yourself. If you learn to love yourself more, then anything is possible. Once you fill your loving cup with love, you can give to others. 

Scorpio 

Salvage the week by manifesting your outer glow and reviving your brand. With your confidence swinging from high to low, consider glamouring yourself this week. Look into a mirror and state your positive qualities. Use this exercise to find the motivation to pursue your desires. Not only will this help to bring your dreams into reality, it will also give you the confidence and perseverance to put your plans into motion and pursue your goals.

Sagittarius 

Before taking risks and tossing the dice on a gamble, evaluate the matter thoroughly. This week, you will come to see that luck isn’t exactly working in your favor (it needs a little help and direction). This means that you’ll have to put effort into your approach to situations. Don’t leave situations and relationships up to chance. Taking control in how you make choices and handle matters will guarantee the outcome you want and desire. 

Capricorn 

Your heart will become a garden of hope and inspiration. Your spirit is on its way to being a sanctuary filled with self-love and confidence. If you move towards internal advancement and use the celestial energy to your advantage, then you can absolutely become the person of your dreams. Don’t fall back on old habits and relationships that hold you back from progressing to your destiny. Keep the inner flow moving and growing this week. 

Aquarius 

Your compassionate nature will be useful this week, as you are called to lift the spirits of those you hold dear. Being a rock for others in their times of need is your strong suit, since you have the ability to help others heal wounds with your ever flowing heart and tender sentiments. Just be sure to avoid giving all of your time to helping your friends and family to avoid feeling taken for granted.

Pisces

Times are changing too fast for your liking (which can be overwhelming), Pisces. Instead of moving at a haste pace, take time to swim as fast or slow as you need to. You’ll find that you are able to accomplish and understand matters, situations, and relationships better if you allow yourself time to catch up to speed. Not only that, but your efforts shall bear fruits and more profits if you don’t rush the process.

Mars Retrograde

Astrology by Lisa Stardust

Action planet Mars starts its retrograde journey on September 9th in fiery Aries. For the next three months, we will be moving at a slower than usual speed, which will create irritations, ambiguity, and annoyances along the way.

During this time, we will all be lost in our passions as it may be hard to bring our goals to fruition. We may feel extra stuck and unable to move forward with projects, due to Mars’ planetary backspin. Emotions will be heightened, impulses met with a stalemate, and sensual desires may be stagnant or erratic. Don’t overexert energies. Take a moment to relax, rather than pushing yourself to the max. Tempers and frustrations will be high; therefore, it’s important to step back from situations when they become too hot to handle. 

The retrograde will last from September 9th until November 13th. However, we’ve been feeling this energy since Mars started to slow down in Aries on July 25th, when the pre-retrograde zone started. We’ll be working with this energy throughout the remainder of the year, as Mars will leave its post-retrograde degrees on January 2nd, 2021. 

Here’s what Mars Retrograde in Aries will mean for your zodiac sign:

Aries

You'll be looking to get some steam off your chest. However, it’s not a good time for confrontation or rational conversations as you may get met with resistance along the way to finding out truths.

Taurus 

Your energy levels will be depleted on all fronts, making you choose sleep over strenuous activities. Give yourself time to rest before you overwork, overextend, and overexert yourself. Relax and chill over the next months. 

Gemini 

You may be the victim of emotional projection, due to drama with friends. The good news is that you’ll be able to revise and augment relationships. You can deepen these friendships after the troubles manifest. 

Cancer 

You’ll now begin to realize that as long as you put effort into a project or relationship, you have already won and done the most you can. You get an A for effort and care. 

Leo 

It’s ok to be sentimental and long for the good old days once in a while. You’ll find that being reflective is essential in helping you move forward in the next direction of your life. 

Virgo 

You’re at a crossroads. Rekindling a  romance may prove harder than you thought. Don’t give up! If you’re willing to give your all to make it work, then your relationship has a high success rate. 

Libra 

You’re spending too much time trying to get it right with your partner, that you’ve lost sight of your relationship goals. Step back from arguing and spend time reconnecting with them on a sensual level. 

Scorpio 

Be cognizant of possible miscommunications and cross-wires that can happen during the next three months. Try to understand people and divisions on a clearer and more concise level to avoid conflicts and disagreements with others. 

Sagittarius 

Do not make rushed investments or impetuous decisions without thinking things through thoroughly. Weigh the pros and cons of placing a gamble on an unknown outcome before you take an unpredictable roll of the dice. 

Capricorn 

Instead of pushing yourself to full capacity, try exerting 3/4 of that energy in all of the projects you undertake. Don’t burn the candle at both ends. Slow and steady work always wins the race. 

Aquarius 

You’re putting too much pressure on yourself to succeed at every task you take on. Give yourself a break! No one is perfect. You’re doing the best you can. Be kind and gentle to yourself.

Pisces 

It will be challenging to stay on top of debts during the next three months. Make a budget to ensure you don’t overspend and have money leftover in your bank account for a rainy day. 

Witchtips for Mars Retrograde:

Every Tuesday (Mars’ Day) from September 9th to November 13th, use the cosmic energy to ignite the power of the warrior planet. Take a new red candle every or every other Tuesday (the color of Mars and Aries) and carve your name or initials into the candle, along with your zodiac sign. Write a weekly letter of intention in which you state what you want to gain and manifest. When you’re done writing the letter of intention, fold it in half and place under a bowl. Fill a bowl up ¼ of the way with water, then place the red candle in the bowl and light the candle to bring your desires to life. 

Being that Aries is the sign of “the self” and Mars rules this fiery sign, it’s important that we give ourselves as much self-care and self-love as possible. Don’t let anyone steal your thunder or make you feel less than amazing. If they do, then it’s time to cut them loose and let go of that relationship. Implementing self-care rituals like sex magic or a healing bath into your weekly repitoire is important. Reciting daily affirmations in front of a mirror or dressing up in Mars’s color red (glamour  magic) will help you to recognize your potential, awesomeness, and ignite the spark within.

WITCHTIPS & HOROSCOPES 9/2-9-8/2020

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Astrology by Lisa Stardust

WITCH TIPS

This week is energetically erratic. However, the end of the week promises to bring lightheartedness our way if we don’t hold on to resentments and move forward in relationships. 

Venus, who’s in Cancer, opposes Saturn, who’s retrograde in Capricorn, on September 2nd making us feel unseen or unappreciated when it comes to love. The Virgo Sun and Uranus, who’s retrograde in Taurus, gently connect on the 2nd. This energy will awaken our desires and passions that are budding from within. Mercury, who’s in Virgo, connects with Saturn retrograde on September 3rd. Moments later, Mercury squares the Nodes of Destiny. Tensions will be high on the 3rd, resulting from the internal pressure we are putting on ourselves to make decisions. Venus and Mars, who’s in Aries, square off on September 4th adding stress to the annoyances from the 3rd. Luckily, Mercury and Venus give us a chance to decompress and calmly express ourselves in the evening on the 4th. Mercury enters Libra on September 5th, adding balance and decisiveness to all communications. Venus enters Leo on September 6th, bringing drama, flair, and generosity to our hearts. 

This week may make us feel less than glamorous, due to the opposition between  Venus and Saturn retrograde. Therefore, it’s essential that we take our power back by allowing ourselves to connect to our fabulousness. Stating a few confidence building affirmations daily, while gazing lovingly in a mirror will allow us to embrace our amazingness and awesomeness. Remember, you’re loved. You’re special. You’re the most amazing person in the world — because you are you. And, no one else compares. 

Aries 

You usually run towards confrontation and addressing matters with others. However, this week you are pulling back from allowing your feelings to be known. You are taking a more guarded approach to all of your relationships and not allowing others to see your poker face at the moment. Instead of adding drama, you’re opting to not engage in certain situations, circumstances, and dynamics. This will help you strategize the best way for you to move forward in your friendships and relationships at the moment. Rather than creating conflict, you are opting to let go of the drama and move on. 

Taurus 

You’re finally allowing others to come into your life and share in your secrets. For the first time in a while, you’re peeling back a layer of yourself and letting people see the real you. It may be scary to let others in, but you’ll find that it’s worth the investment of your time and energy. This will also help you rediscover and reconnect with yourself, as you share your clandestine dreams, emotions, and thoughts. Once you let them into your beautiful inner world, reciprocate and begin to know them on a deeper level too. Open your heart this week. 

Gemini 

There are always different sides to every story. And, the truth is definitely stranger than fiction. Also, there are too many sides to the story to get a straight answer or clear understanding of what really happened. The issue at hand is that it’s impossible to know the reality of the matter. You won’t ever know the truth of what happened. Therefore, it’s important to lean into your intuition. Let your guides unmask and uncover all of the uncertainties that are in your sphere. Your heart will lead you towards the answers you seek. Embrace your third eye and instincts. 

Cancer 

Don’t let your anxieties control your life and decision making. Although it may feel as though your emotions are the ones driving the train, you will find that they do not dictate your life — you are the one at the steering wheel. Once you understand and make this assessment, it’s important to take a step back from all of your activities, relationships, and work projects to find a moment of calm within. A few moments after you’ve gained clarity, reassess what is important for you to continue and what’s not. Then, you’ll feel calm and be able to relax. 

Leo 

Oftentimes in life, things are never how we wish they are or want them to be. But, that does not mean that they have to change or be different. This week you’re realizing that you are happy with your life and situation the way it is — even if it could use a fine tune up or tweaking (in your opinion). If your circumstances were different, then you wouldn’t have time and space for all the amazing things that are in your world. Don’t take anything for granted. Appreciate what and who you have to share your many blessings with.

Virgo 

It’s time to give your heart and mind a rest. You’ve been focusing too much on your romantic life and matters of the heart, that you’ve forgotten about the most important person in your life — YOU! Give yourself the opportunity to regain your strength this week by filling your heart, mind, body, and soul with some much needed “you” time. If needed, create boundaries with negative people and don’t allow the energy to penetrate into your orb. You only need to be surrounded by positivity and those who lift you up, not those who aim to push you down. 

Libra 

You’re full of kindness and have a lot of love to share with others. However, you give too much of yourself to make people feel special that it often leaves you feeling depleted. The lesson here is to make sure that you are happy in all areas of your life before you share your loving cup with another. This will require you to put your needs first and theirs second, which will be challenging for you to do. Then, you can both sip from the same fountain of wellness and tenderness. Enrich your soul before you give your heart away. 

Scorpio

In order to truly show that you love, you must give up something that you cherish deeply. This doesn’t mean letting go of relationships or your career. It simply means that you are willing to show the person you are giving your heart to (whether it be a romantic, friendship, or familial relationship) that you care by giving up a bad habit. You don’t have to sacrifice a major part of yourself to another. You only have to give up something that is of detriment to you and them. This will also show the depths and levels of your commitment. 

Sagittarius 

Your creative juices have been flowing. But, now you’re feeling a little stuck in your artistry. Finding inspiration and motivation may seem hard; however, you will find what you’re looking for from the past. The answer to your problems may be found in a past creative project. Lean into a former vision or endeavor to find the ingredient that you are missing. You may even find that the key to your success lies in a childhood dream you had or in your nostalgic notions. Don’t stress! You will totally be able to achieve greatness by the end of the week. 

Capricorn 

Rome wasn’t built in one day. This sentiment should serve as a comfort to you at the moment. Knowing that you shouldn’t put immense pressure on yourself to succeed in all of your endeavors will allow you to feel free and calm. Watch out about how you use and give your energy this week. You don’t want to exert yourself too much now. Allow yourself a few catnaps and moments during the day to chill to rejuvenate your body, mind, and spirit. This will give you the chance to feel refreshed and ready to take on the world next week.

Aquarius 

Look and read the fine print before you jump into your decisions. Half-baked ideas may seem profitable and likely to become more than they are. However, the reality is that they may not come through or resolve the way you want them to. Before you put all of your cards on the table and commit fully to a project or a relationship, be aware that things will change down the road. If you’re open to uncertainty, then go for it. But, if you prefer to take the cautious route, then be wary of situations not turning out how you’d imagined. 

Pisces 

You may be feeling as if the whole world has turned its back on you. The reason for your emotions is that you’re second guessing your actions and your relationships because you don’t feel worthy of love. You are but your heart chakra needs healing to allow these emotions to flow. Place a rose quartz crystal on your heart and meditate on love as you open your heart chakra. This will enable you to love yourself more, which is the first step to satisfaction with others. If you can’t love yourself, then it will be impossible to love anybody else.

Embracing Change With The Sturgeon Full Moon In Aquarius

Written By: Lisa Stardust 

The Sturgeon Full Moon in Aquarius occurs on the morning of August 3rd. This luminary will bring unexpected change and an unpredictable turn of events our way. During this time, it will be essential for us to move harmoniously with these cosmic changes and embrace growth. Coincidentally, this luminary occurs on Monday, which is the Moon’s day of the week. Therefore, we can expect a magical and revolutionary upgrade at this time.

This Full Moon will aspect “Great Awakener”  Uranus, who is currently in Taurus. Being that the modern planetary ruler of Aquarius (the sign in which this luminary occurs) is Uranus, we can expect to feel the potent energy bring sudden political upheavals and emotional erraticism. The need for independence within interpersonal will be high and we’ll all need to sort through our sentiments independently at this time. The caveat is that we may feel stifled and unable to move forward on a different path. Annoyances will rise, if we do not embrace change. Therefore, it’s important to accept transformation. Do not resist it. 

Several hours after the Full Moon, Mercury and Saturn retrograde will oppose each other in the sky. This is important, considering that Saturn is the traditional planetary ruler of Aquarius. When Mercury, who’s in Cancer, and Saturn, who’s retrograde in Capricorn, aspect each other we can expect our thoughts (as well as the overall vibe of the collective) to become blocked, pessimistic, deprecating, and confusing. With this cosmic energy, there is also a need to assert our voices against authority, which can lead to intense arguments with others.  

The fixed star Albali will be very close to the Full Moon degree. Although this star will add good fortune and luck, it will also bring minor disappointments our way. Expect to be 85% happy with this energy, but 15% irritated. While it may not seem as though situations seem fortuitous during the day of the Full Moon, we’ll see successes come to life the following day.  

The Sabian symbol is “On A Vast Staircase Stand People Of Different Types, Graduated Upward.” It’s time to open our minds and hearts to new possibilities — even if we are not ready. We must head towards enlightenment. Emotions will be tested; horever, we must honor our burgeoning hearts. Remember change is hard, but necessary.  

*The Sturgeon Full Moon occurs on August 3rd at 8:59AM PST and 11:59AM EST.

Full Moon Ritual

Cleanse your aura with the following bath for growth without any hitches.

Make Moon Water for the bath by laying a tub or pitcher of water under the Full Moon or by the window to absorb the lunar energy. 

½ Cup of Epsom or Himalyan Salt to cleanse and heal our energetic field. 

¼ Cup of Baking Soda to get rid of negativity. 

5 Drops of Rose Oil to help move our dreams and desires forward.

6 White Carnation Flowers to guide us towards positivity. 

¼ Cup of Sesame Seeds to remove blockages. 

GOOD WITCH/BAD WITCH ART EXHIBIT 2020

Goodwitch/Badwitch   is a group exhibition that explores the intersection of contemporary art, ritual and witchcraft/Brujeria. Through the work of over 40 artists and witches, the exhibit aims to help drive a more modern understanding of what witchcraft, magic and technology is.

As an Afro-Latina, my mission on this project is to utilize this space with as much artwork created by Black and POC creators and visionaries as I feel the world needs to see our  magic now more than ever. We are open to all submissions however, I am calling Black & POC witches and healers to the front. If you are an artist that works in mediums  (but not limited to) photography, painting, poetry please submit your work. 

My vision is to create a modern grimoire of hand written spells  to be featured in the gallery you may submit them to info@museumofmuseums.com we would prefer them by mail send  to: Hoodwitch, C/O Museum of Museums, PO Box 20026, Seattle WA 98102.  Submissions for artwork consideration MUST be submitted by August 21, 2020 include you name, Instagram handle, website/portfolio links !!

Be sure to follow @Thehoodwitch and @MomArtSeattle for updates!

Cancer New Moon

Astrology by Lisa Stardust 

July 20th brings the second Cancer New Moon of 2020. The first one was the solar eclipse on June 20th PST and June 21st EST. Like the solar eclipse, this luminary is full of raw and intense emotions too. We will face challenges like never before, as emotional restrictions may force us to change the path we are currently on. 

A New Moon occurs when the Sun and the Moon connect in the sky. Usually, they mark a time of new beginnings. But, given that Saturn, which is now retrograde, has a big impact on this luminary, we can say that it's time to reassess a different direction for an old dream, plans, or relationship. Saturn, who is currently retrograde in Capricorn, will directly oppose the New Moon at the same degrees. This means that both the Sun and the Moon will be in exact aspect as Saturn retrograde. All three planets will line up hours after the New Moon. The degree of Saturn that’s being opposed by the New Moon is at the same place Saturn was at in the end of February 2020. Now, we are revisiting that time with a different perspective and trying to make good on our emotional promises. 

When the Sun (which signifies our ego), the Moon (which signifies our emotions), and Saturn (which signifies limitations) come together, we can expect to feel as though we aren’t being seen or understood by others. The juxtaposing energy will make us feel stuck with no way out or as though we haven’t made any progress in our endeavors during the past six months.  

We’ll be cosmically pushed to step aside from emotional situations and question the future. We will ask ourselves if it’s worth continuing, and how it can sustain itself going forward. If you choose to go your own way and forge your own path, then stick to your decision. If you choose to work things out with others, then you may not be prepared for how much energy and patience it will take. Winning takes perseverance. 

No matter what road you choose, be kind to others. Don’t project insecurities onto those who are not at fault because it will create bigger conflicts and drama than expected, 

For this luminary, a ritual bath to gain clarity or detox the mind will help us find our desires and passions — even if Saturn is in the way. 

*The New Moon occurs July 20th at 10:32AM PST and July 20th at 1:32PM EST.

New Moon Ritual Bath 

Ingredients:  

⅓ Cup of Dried or Fresh Lemongrass

¼ Cup of Dried or Fresh Sage

¼ Cup of Dried or Fresh Basil

3 Drops of Peppermint Oil or 5 Sprigs of Peppermint

4 Drops of Lavender Oil or ½ Cup of Dried or Fresh Lavender 

5 Drops of Eucalyptus Oil

2 Cups of Water 

1 Quartz Crystal  

Directions:

Bring all ingredients together in a mixing bowl. 

Blend all ingredients.

Draw a bath. 

Place Quartz Crystal in bath. 

Place all ingredients in the bath. 

Soak for 20 minutes. 

Meditate on what you want to change and bring into your life. If you think it, it will manifest.