Hey there gorgeous.
If you haven’t noticed by now, this blog has really made some major shifts. A new title, different content, a lot of creativity and some serious soul. In an effort to reach farther and wider, I am aware that I don’t know everything and I want to make sure I am giving you the very best. That means bringing on experts who can really get to the good stuff of what we are discussing. This leads me to one of my fave gals, Laura Ann Bruzzese. We first met on Instagram and just had an instant connection. I love all her knowledge and witty perspective on Astrology, she’s the best. When I asked her to create something VALUABLE, she knew instantly that this season has some serious magic in it, as does every astro season. So, how can we make the most of this Scorpio season so that we live our best life? Laura is giving you the goods…..
My love of the stars goes way back to the fourth grade, when I was in charge of the “birthday” section in my school bulletin. It was my job to scout the school, gather up all of the birthdays for the month and write everyone’s zodiac sign next to their name. In high school, my interest deepened, as I began learning about sign compatibility from the astrology section in Cosmo magazine (turned out just because two fire signs got together, it didn’t mean it would end up as happily ever after). In college, I stumbled across Moon Signs after a friend I made while studying abroad sat next to an astrologer on a flight, and explained to him that we are so much more than just our Sun sign. When he shared that revelation with me, it pretty much sent me down the Astrology rabbit hole and it’s safe to say I never came back.
Fast forward 10 years, and this subject still continues to captivate me. I use elements of astrology every single day in my daily life, and it’s still one of the first things that comes into play when I make a new connection with someone. As a matter of fact, I joke that it’s my “native language” because one look at a natal chart has my soul understanding and connecting with people without even having to have one verbal conversation with them.
the beautiful Laura Ann
One of the most important things I’ve learned and observed over the years is that each new astrological season brings with it its own specific magic, and with it, the energy to heal and transform our lives. I like to look at astrology from a space of duality: light and shadow. Light being the highest form of a particular sign, their most positive aspects that allow us to step into the best version of ourselves, and Shadow evoking the ego and the hidden behavioral patterns that run us.
Every new season gives us the ability to shift from shadow to light by asking ourselves a few very important questions, and getting in touch with what that particular sign has to teach us. As we settle into Scorpio Season (one of the most passionate and committed times of year), the astral energy truly guides us into personal metamorphosis. Scorpio energy has the power to shift us from caterpillar to butterfly. But in order to earn our wings, we need to be willing to dig deep and ask the questions that will help unblock us. I’ve thought of three questions to help us all get started on our journey...
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1. What dead branches can I cut off?
Scorpio is ruled by Pluto, the planet of purging, destruction and rebirth. With Pluto at his full power in Scorpio Season, now is the time to muster up the courage to be real with ourselves about the dead weight we’re carrying around; what parts of our lives are no longer growing with us? Whatever and whomever is no longer aiding in our highest purpose may simply be holding us in a false “safe” space, our comfort zone, where no caterpillar can ever learn to fly. Don’t be scared to cut off the dead branches; just remember, the Universe is waiting to help you grow new flowers when the springtime comes again.
2. What does intimacy really mean to me?
Scorpio is one of the most deeply feeling signs, being universally known for both its intensity and passion, but what’s sometimes overlooked is their need for deep connection. What does that mean for the rest of us and how can we use this season to our advantage? The energy of Scorpio season can guide us in getting clear on what true intimacy looks like for us. Intimacy is defined as closeness, but this takes on a different interpretation for each and every one of us. We often sometimes think intimacy can only be felt with our partners, but the truth is we can have intimate (close) relationships with whomever we choose. The thing is to get clear on what that specifically looks like for you.
For example, when I am spending time with my fiance, I make it a point to put my phone away and be truly present in the moment; of course, this takes consistent practice as I am constantly on my phone, but I am committed to being able to connect and be with him in every moment. Intimacy with my mother looks like planning family dinners and being present to the conversation. Intimacy in my work environment looks like having open and honest communication about topics at hand and truly getting know what’s important for the people in my work-space. Scorpio season urges us to get close and to be vulnerable. Get clear on what intimacy looks like for you in every area of your life and take those action steps to connect on a deeper level with yourself and with others.
3. What are my true desires?
If this isn’t the question of the decade, I don’t know what is! I live in New York City and sometimes when I stop & observe people, I notice that they are always running from one place to the next. We live in an age where being busy is somewhat romanticized. But how often do we stop to think and ask ourselves “Is what I’m doing fulfilling me? If I were to get everything I want in life, what would that look like for me? What truly enlivens me? What are my deepest desires?”
Lucky for us, Scorpio season is one the best times of the year to really explore this. Scorpio’s ruling planet, Pluto, is all about what is secret and undercover. If we start “peeling back the onion” that is our life, we will discover the truth to what happiness and fulfillment really looks like for us. This journey isn’t always a light one though. Sometimes this will have us uncovering things that aren’t easy to come face to face with, but Scorpio is no BS. During this season, the only way out is through. So feel all the feelings and get to the other side of that tunnel. Your best life is waiting for you.
Isn’t she savvy? I hope her words helped inspire you and get you excited to take on this season on your best foot. If you love this post, be sure to share it with your friends and tell us in the comments below how this helps you.
Love you, Ashlina
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