#53 Welcome to AstroVeda for November with Jill Loftis, where we explore Ayurveda’s view of sexual energy as a pillar of health, Scorpio season’s intensity, and powerful celestial shifts impacting emotions, relationships, and sexual healing.

Join us as we discuss:

November 1 – Mars Opposes Pluto: Degree: 29° Cancer-Capricorn
Observe personal and collective power struggles. Emotional volatility and challenges may surface. Use Scorpio’s depth to explore sexual energy. Release past wounds, and activate sexual energy through breath practices.

November 1 – New Moon in Scorpio; Degree: 9° Scorpio
Aligned with Saturn for sustained manifestations. Mercury and Pluto foster profound insights. Introspect on intimacy and set intentions to deepen sexual connection. Meditate on the sacral chakra to enhance trust and emotional closeness.

November 2 – Mercury Enters Sagittarius; Degree: 0° Sagittarius
Tendency for bold speech and philosophical reflections. Venus opposing Jupiter may lead to overcommitment. Addressing doshas, Ojas, and Agni helps restore sexual health and vitality.

November 4 – Mars Shifts to Leo; Degree: 0° Leo
Shift from emotional Mars in Cancer to assertive Leo. Sun trine Saturn enhances intuition and commitment. Explore each dosha's unique sexual needs.

November 9 – Venus Squares Neptune; Sagittarius-Pisces
Potential confusion in relationships; Mercury begins clashing with Saturn soon after. Strong Agni supports libido and balance digestive fire for optimal sexual vitality.

November 15 – Full Moon in Taurus; Degree: 24° Taurus
Intuitive insights and release of old beliefs. Saturn stations direct, emphasizing commitment and grounding. Body image affects sexuality; Ayurveda’s tips to foster self-acceptance and body awareness.

November 16 – Sun Opposes Uranus; Scorpio-Taurus
Potential for sudden revelations or passionate encounters. Sensory engagement heightens sensuality. Ayurvedic practices focus on touch, taste, smell, sight, and sound to enhance connection and pleasure.

November 21 – Venus Moves into Capricorn; Degree: 0° Capricorn
Relationship stability and acts of service. Long Moon void emphasizes patience and reflection. Explore how hormones like estrogen, testosterone, and cortisol impact libido.

November 25 – Mercury Retrograde Station; Degree: 22° Sagittarius
Communication slowdowns. Karmic relationship themes arise as Mars and the Nodes connect. Align with Mercury Retrograde by reflecting on past relationship patterns, and use Ayurveda to support stress management and emotional clarity.

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Listen as Jill Loftis and I discuss the main astrology theme for October 2024, which centers around karmic shifts, relationship dynamics, and emotional balance. We also share insights and tips on how the lunar cycle can support the phases of perimenopause and menopause.

Episode Highlights:

1. Mercury & Sun in Libra: Focus on balance and partnerships.
   • Align with the natural lunar cycles during menopause.
2. October 2 – New Moon Solar Eclipse at 10° Libra, 2:49 pm EST:
   • Karmic shifts in relationships, especially for Aries, Cancer, Libra, and Capricorn.
   • How to use the energy of the new moon.
3. October 4 – Mars enters Retrograde Zone at 17° Cancer:
   • Sensitivity and reactivity may increase, especially for Aries, Cancer, Leo, and Scorpio.
   • Both menopause and autumn are dominated by Vata energy.
4. October 8 – Sun in Libra squares Mars in Cancer:
   • Potential disruptions to peace of mind.
   • Balance emotional fire with cooling Ayurvedic practices.
5. October 9 – Jupiter Retrograde at 21° Gemini:
   • Reflect on events from 12 years ago; busy mental energy.
   • Ground yourself to manage mental overload with Ayurveda.
6. October 11 – Pluto goes direct in Capricorn at 27°:
   • Endings related to long-term Capricorn themes (since 2008).
   • Observe emotional shifts, embrace introspection, and focus on renewal during the detox phase.
7. October 13 – Mercury enters Scorpio:
   • Deep, intense communication.
   • Stay grounded and centered as emotions intensify. Discover cooling herbs and heart-focused practices to help balance Pitta energy.
8. October 16 – Full Moon at 24° Aries, 7:26 am EST:
   • Assertiveness and individual needs highlighted. Emotional intensity may create friction in relationships.
   • Reflect on personal boundaries and balance individual needs with partnership harmony.
9. October 22 – Venus in Sagittarius trines North Node in Aries:
   • Positive developments in relationships.
   • Discover warm, nourishing foods like kitchari for this transitional season. Check the show notes for a sweet kitchari recipe.
10. October 27 – Mars trines Neptune, and opposition with Pluto begins:
    • Heightened tensions, but also opportunities for spiritual growth and softening conflicts.
    • Discover mindful body-mind balance practises, engage in gentle detox techniques, and nourish yourself with grounding meals.

Resources:
Join Jill's membership program to get personal guidance
Ayurveda Hormone Detox: Join Carina’s upcoming online October detox to gently release toxins and restore balance.
Hormone-Balancing Kitchari Recipe: Perfect for the colder months.

Discover more about Carina's work here:

HORMONE THRIVE - My signature program for slow living, Ayurvedic self-care practices, healthy habits and natural hormone balance.
Free Metabolism Course - Optimise your metabolism and heal your digestive problems with Ayurveda
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#51 In this episode, Claudia and Carina introduce the concept of the hormone pyramid, with stress hormones as the foundation. Grasping this pyramid is essential for understanding hormonal imbalances. We discuss the interconnected nature of hormones and how imbalances in one can cascade and affect others, leading to a wide range of symptoms.

It offers a roadmap for achieving hormonal health and helps prioritize testing and treatment strategies. We cover the foundational hormones like blood sugar, insulin, and leptin, the roles of cortisol and melatonin in stress and sleep, the importance of thyroid hormones in metabolism and energy, and the impact of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone on various aspects of health.

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Learn more about Claudia's work here.

Discover more about Carina's work here:

HORMONE THRIVE - My signature program for slow living, Ayurvedic self-care practices, healthy habits and natural hormone balance.
Free Metabolism Course - Optimise your metabolism and heal your digestive problems with Ayurveda
Youtube
Instagram