Have you ever had an "off" day? Then you already have a fundamental understanding of what happens energetically when a planet is retrograde.

Each planet rules different areas of life. Just like when we are feeling a little "off", we don't get our stuff, the things in our "department" done properly, or in a timely manner, and are a little cranky about it, the retrograde planet behaves the same way.

To better understand what happens in Mars retrograde, let's first take a look at Mars in its forward motion.

Busting the Myth of Sun Sign Compatibilities ~

I have heard way too often people putting too much stock in Sun Sign Compatibilities.  I want to set the record straight on this common and very important topic.  Check out my video on the topic... 

Men, have you ever become aware of patterns with how you feel, how you act, and how you experience life that seem to roll through around every month?  Women, have you ever noticed that men close to you have a notable cycle that seems to show monthly patterns that effect their moods and actions?  The moon's monthly cycle affects all people, including men.  Here is some information about how you can track these patterns and benefit from the awareness, without having to consult an astrologer or have an astrology background.

Saturn Return is a really big deal!

The Saturn return is an event that people experience between 28 yrs. and 30 yrs. old, and again in their mid to late 50’s. It is a very powerful and major astrological cycle in a person’s life. 

If you’re in your mid 20’s, or a person who is into their mid 50’s and you are experiencing a hard time it is very possible that this cycle is part of the story of what is going on in your life. 

The Moon cycles affect our every day experiences. They can be used to enhance our efforts on so many levels.  One such experience relates to detoxifying and replenishing.

When the Moon is waning (going from very full down to barely visible) there is more of a DRAWING effect. So detox efforts through baths and diet cleanses, etc  will be enhanced during this time.

The Farmer's Almanac has long been used to spread the wisdom that farmer's have always known about using the Moon cycles to support efforts of every kind.  To grow your hair quicker, longer, and thicker, try this:

This is a great time to:

• Make friends with your enemies
• Make new friends
• Expand to deeper levels of current relationships of all kinds
• Increase client base
• Leverage current relationships to boost you towards your goals
• Cooperate with others
• Foster goodwill in your relationships
• Collaborate/Merge your resources with others
• Evaluate and heal current relationships
• Start new relationships

• Spend time with your own or other children
• Work on creative projects
• Have more fun!
• Take up a new hobby or spend time with one you already enjoy
• Take a class learning more about something you enjoy
• Research or investigate anything having to do with the conception, pregnancy, childbirth, childrearing journeys
• Spend time with your Beloved
• Date