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The Amazing Golden Hats of Bronze Age Astronomers

Last time we explored the way ancient peoples tracked the cycles of the sun and moon using stone circles, passage tombs and massive earthworks. They also encoded the angles of the solstices and lunar standstills into objects like the gold lozenge found near Stonehenge. There are many ways to encode astronomical information into objects and… Continue reading The Amazing Golden Hats of Bronze Age Astronomers

Ancient Astronomy and Lunar Standstills

Last time we explored the current major lunar standstill or lunistice which happens once every 18.6 years and lasts for about 2 years. During this time the moon rises and sets in more extreme positions and reaches higher in the sky than the sun in the summer and lower in winter in the northern hemisphere.… Continue reading Ancient Astronomy and Lunar Standstills

The Major Lunar Standstill of 2025

We’re currently in the middle of a major lunar standstill that peaks in 2025. This is an event that I stumbled across only recently so thought I’d share my notes. Lunar standstill or lunistice is similar to the solstice when the Sun rises to the same height in the sky for several days in a… Continue reading The Major Lunar Standstill of 2025

Astro Journal December 2024

We’re almost at the end of 2024 and things will continue to feel intense as the Mars retrograde cycle unfolds into next year while opposite Pluto. There may be many surprises to come as Mars goes retrograde and throws unexpected spanners into the works. But there are also plenty of opportunities for positive transformations and… Continue reading Astro Journal December 2024

Venus Retrograde Workbook – An Essential Guide!

Make the most of every Venus retrograde transit with this essential workbook! Venus goes retrograde in March 2025 but I’m releasing this early to get ahead of the upcoming Mars retrograde so you can start preparing now. In this guide you will find everything you need to thrive during Venus retrograde transits. The 51-page PDF… Continue reading Venus Retrograde Workbook – An Essential Guide!

Mercury is going Retrograde – Don’t Panic…!

Actually Mercury isn’t retrograde right now – it has just entered its retrograde shadow and will station retrograde on 26th November. But that’s not going to stop the drama queens from clogging up social media with their Mercury retrograde hysteria and silliness. Most of the fears around Mercury retrograde are exaggerated and done for attention… Continue reading Mercury is going Retrograde – Don’t Panic…!

Mercury Retrograde in Sagittarius 2024

Mercury is about to enter his retrograde shadow in Sagittarius and will station retrograde at the end of the month. This year he’s been going retrograde in fire signs when it’s a good time to rethink your ideas about the future and how you channel inspiration, creativity and intuition. This pattern continues into 2025 but… Continue reading Mercury Retrograde in Sagittarius 2024

Astro Journal November 2024

As we approach the end of the year intensity levels are rising, alongside extreme and disruptive events, with potential sudden reversals and surprises. The feeling of dragging yourself forward through sludge may start to lift when Saturn goes direct mid-month but Neptune remains retrograde until December so a sense of bewildered confusion may continue. The… Continue reading Astro Journal November 2024

How to use Coupons and Claim Discounts on Payhip

A big thank you to everyone who has bought my books direct from me via Payhip – it really helps! This is a quick post to let you know how to use coupons and claim discounts when using the store. Buying stuff on Payhip is pretty straightforward – just follow the instructions on screen and… Continue reading How to use Coupons and Claim Discounts on Payhip

Mercury Retrograde Workbook – An Essential Guide!

Make the most of every Mercury retrograde transit with this essential workbook! In this guide you will find everything you need to survive and thrive during these potentially disruptive times. The 56-page PDF is only available from my Payhip store – here’s the blurb: In this guide you will find everything you need to know… Continue reading Mercury Retrograde Workbook – An Essential Guide!