There Is No Snooze Button in the Sky: Navigating a Crisis of Prediction
a brief snapshot of the current astro weather and some ways to join the conversation
Hello Loves,
I’m having a crisis of prediction.
As an astrologer, I’ve often shied away from talking about future transits. It was a reaction to “fear-culture” and my own worry that someone might use my writing as a curse against themselves, the idea that the sky looks rough, therefore I’m going to have a bad day.
At the same time, astrology is a tool meant to guide us. It shows us the upcoming terrain so we can prepare for what we’d like to happen, or, more practically, to reduce the damage. We do this in our individual lives and in our communities.
This was highlighted recently by a participant in my “Astrology For Tarot Readers” container. Already a gifted reader, she is learning astrology to better guide her clients. This newsletter, and all future ones, is dedicated to her.
Below is a snapshot of the current sky, the upcoming terrain, and a few ways to join the conversation.
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Jupiter Direct in Cancer: The Great Blessing (Now!)
At long last, Jupiter has stationed direct in Cancer, the sign of its exaltation. This is a delight for everyone waiting on “big blessings,” but you know what? Being alive is the greatest blessing of all. And here you are!
Good things happen under “bad” astrology all the time. But please, don’t expect one planet to solve all your problems with quick miracle fixes when the rest of the sky is busted.
Mercury Retrograde: The Bad Trip (Now - March 20th)
Have you ever had an experience on psychedelics so intense and terrifying that it took you six months to get over the residual anxiety? I have. I also have natal Mercury in Pisces, so I speak with a certain authority when I say that this Mercury Retrograde in Pisces has been a “bad trip” for most of us.
While we’ve passed the turning point in Mercury’s cycle, Cazimi! Hooray! This final stretch is extra intense. This is where the belligerent drunks and fire-breathing dragons come out.
Be on the lookout for unhinged aggression and delusional anger. If that’s you, go for a run around the block or scream into a pillow. Whoever says “bad trips” don’t exist is an idiot; sometimes we have to face the dark stuff to let it go.
The good news? The psychic and emotional gunk being stirred up by this wrecking crew in Pisces is the last bit of an excavation that started over two and a half years ago.
New Moon in Pisces: Narrative Shifts (March 18th)
Finally, a moment of collective integration. The Moon dies and renews in Pisces, marking the beginning of a collection of new stories set to hatch six months from now under the Pisces Full Moon.
Blast Off Into Aries: Rest Up Now (March 20th)
Hermes, the heavenly messenger, stations direct just as the Sun moves into fiery Aries, ushering in the birth of a zodiacal new year.
If you, like me, have been overwhelmed by vibrant dreams and heavy insomnia this retrograde season, hearing the “alarm” is about to sound isn’t exactly what you want to hear. But here we are. Try to get some rest while you can. There is no snooze button in the sky. While this shift into Aries might bring clarity, it isn’t guaranteed to bring rationality, and it definitely won’t bring “chill.”
Our task is to temper the fire and to take care of each other.
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Los Angeles Astro Salon
This month’s in-person Los Angeles Astro Salon is for everyone who has ever looked to the sky in awe. Whether you’re a seasoned astrologer or simply astro-curious, this month’s salon is a celebration of the cosmos.
Join your host Vivi Henriette and very special guest William Kiesel, of Ouroboros Press, as they embark on a journey into the alchemical heart of astrology.
When: March 31, 2026
Where: Philosophical Research Society 3910 Los Feliz Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90027
Time: 7:00pm PDT