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North Node Aquarius, South Node Leo

North Node Aquarius, South Node Leo

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Author: Alison Price   –   Updated: June 2026

💛 Forecasting Astrology

This article is part of my Forecasting category and brings all the transits, graphic ephemeris, solar returns, secondary progressions, solar arc directions and other predictive techniques and articles. Alison

North Node Aquarius and South Node Leo

Introduction

Nodal Ingresses

On July 26, 2026, the Lunar Nodes will change signs.

The nodes take 18.6 years to transit the whole zodiac and so they change signs around every eighteen months.

When discussing the nodes you always state the North Node first as in the nodes are ingressing into Aquarius and Leo.

Whereas typically when referencing signs, you always list the signs in order, so that would be Leo and Aquarius.

 

True Nodes

The true nodes move direct, station and retrograde slightly throughout each month, but in general the trend of their movement is retrograde through the zodiac signs.

The nodes were in Pisces and Virgo and now will be in Aquarius and Leo.

 

 

Podcast Episode

Listen to our latest podcast episode on the Lunar Nodes changing signs.

North Node

Themes

The North Node is also known as the dragon’s head or Caput Draconis. 

Connections to new people are shown through your North Node. 

Meetings, get-togethers and rendezvous are likely to happen. 

The North Node is concerned with things that occur at a hub (computer routers, airports).

 

Your Future Destiny

The North Node shows your current incarnation in this life.

It suggests your karmic objectives. 

The North Node is related to consciousness. 

The North Node indicates your destiny, future path and where you can grow and evolve.

 

The South Node

Themes

The South Node is also known as the dragon’s tail or Cauda Draconis. 

The South Node suggests connections with people from your past. 

It indicates the things that you already know.

The South Node shows your past incarnations and therefore your past lives.

 

Your Past

This point is related to unconsciousness and sub-consciousness. 

The South Node clearly shows your past and your past lives. 

It is a place where stagnation can take place.

 

North Node Aquarius

Push Forward

The North Node will move into Aquarius.

The North Node in Aquarius fears, but should push towards, being humble.

 

Aquarius Themes

Aquarius is an air sign concerned with groups, communities, innovation, technology and the future.

While Leo seeks personal recognition, Aquarius seeks collective progress.

During this nodal period, growth comes through participation with others, sharing ideas and contributing to something larger than yourself.

 

Networking

The North Node in Aquarius encourages people to step back from personal drama and consider how they can serve the wider community.

There is a call to become more objective and less attached to individual praise or approval.

New opportunities may arise through friendships, networks, clubs, associations and social causes.

 

New Connections

Aquarius is associated with originality and independent thinking.

During this transit, there is encouragement to develop your unique perspective without needing constant validation from others.

New connections may be formed through technology, online communities, scientific interests or humanitarian activities.

 

Challenge

The challenge of the North Node in Aquarius is that it can feel uncomfortable to move away from the spotlight and into a more equal role within a group.

There may be fears about fitting in, being accepted or contributing something worthwhile.

Growth occurs when you willingly share your talents for the benefit of the collective.

 

Question

The North Node in Aquarius asks, “How can my individual gifts help create a better future for everyone?”

South Node Leo

Fall Back

The South Node will move into Leo.

The South Node in Leo falls back on arrogance.

 

Leo Themes

Leo is a fire sign associated with creativity, self-expression, leadership and personal recognition.

The South Node in Leo suggests familiar patterns related to seeking attention, approval or admiration from others.

These are qualities that may feel comfortable because they have already been developed.

 

Puffed Up Ego

During this nodal cycle, there can be a tendency to focus too heavily on personal importance or to believe that your way is the only way.

Pride, vanity or the desire to be special may become stumbling blocks if taken too far.

Situations may arise which reveal where ego has become attached to outcomes.

 

What You Need Now

The South Node in Leo is not asking you to abandon creativity, leadership or self-expression.

Rather, it suggests that these talents have already been cultivated and can now be used in service of a wider purpose.

The challenge is to avoid becoming trapped in the need for recognition or applause.

 

Generosity

At its best, I believe that the South Node in Leo provides confidence, courage, generosity and warmth.

These gifts can be shared with groups and communities through the balancing influence of the North Node in Aquarius.

 

South Node Question

The South Node in Leo asks, “Can I contribute my talents without needing to be the center of attention?”

 

Extend Yourself: Lunar Nodes

Natal

In your astrology journal and referring to your chart, or the chart of a potential client, please do the following:

 

 

Extend Yourself Further

Forecast

With your natal chart and the new ingress chart please do the following:

 

  • State which houses the transiting nodes are in now.
  • Find all the conjunctions and squares (use an 8° orb) from the transiting nodes to your natal chart.
  • Interpret each of these aspects separately (100 words).
  • Interpret these placements. Consider the new signs and how this energy shift may change your future as the nodes remain in the same house but move into the new signs of Aquarius and Leo (250 words).

 

Overarch

There is Time

The shift of the Lunar Nodes into Aquarius and Leo marks a collective change in emphasis from personal recognition towards group participation.

The invitation for us all is to move beyond any individual ego concerns and discover how our unique talents can contribute to the greater good.

While the South Node in Leo indicates our creativity, confidence and personal strengths, the North Node in Aquarius encourages collaboration, friendship, innovation and shared vision.

Over the next eighteen months, growth is likely to come from balancing your individuality with your community and to learn how your own personal gifts can support the collective progress.

 

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Author Bio

Alison Price: Professional Astrologer

Alison helps you uncover your individual creativity and lead a fulfilling life using your own astrology. She shares her wisdom from the heart with a touch of humor. She offers Consultations for everyone and Coaching for Aspiring Astrologers.

If you’d like to get in touch with Alison, you can reach out to her via email at starzology@gmail.com.

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Mars in Leo

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Author: Arwynne O’Neill   –   Published: October 2024

Mars in Transit

Mars takes 685 days to go all the way around the zodiac, meaning it spends an average of 8 weeks in each sign, but that is wildly variable. It can spend as little as 6 or 7 weeks in a sign, or as long as several months, like the 2024-2025 transit. Mars enters Leo on November 3, 2024 and goes retrograde on December 6, while making an opposition to Pluto in Aquarius, which is a potentially volatile aspect.
 
Pluto is entering Aquarius for the last time on November 19, after a very long stay in the final degree of Capricorn and a couple of retrogrades since 2023. Try your best to avoid conflicts with others around December 6 because sparks could really fly and the effects could be lasting if tensions erupt into open aggression.
 
Mars will retrograde back into Cancer on January 6, and it will continue its retrograde movement until February 23, when it stations direct and moves back into Leo on April 18, where it will stay until June 17. So if you have Mars or any major planets in Leo or Cancer, you’ll want to take a note of those dates and the degree of your planets to see when they will be activated by the movements of Mars. These could be critical days for you.

Mars in the Birth Chart

The planet Mars can be in any house or sign because Mars’s orbit is outside the orbit of Earth. Unlike Mercury and Venus which, from our perspective on Earth, only ever travel a couple of signs away from the Sun. So for example, if you have a Virgo sun, you can only have Mercury in either Leo, Virgo or Libra, or one sign away.

Similarly, if you have the sun in Virgo, you can only ever have Venus two signs away at most, meaning Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra or Scorpio. But you could have Mars in any sign.

Mars is the planet of action of desire, activity, aggression and, as Alison Price likes to say, what gets you up off the couch. It also plays a significant role in relationships, along with Venus, as it describes the preferred style with which you go after what you want in relationships, career, exercise… and anything else that requires positive action and initiative.

For example, when Mars is in Aries, the sign that it rules (along with Scorpio), Mars is quintessentially independent, competitive, bold and fiery. Whereas Mars in, say, Cancer is not as naturally comfortable in such a watery, lunar sign.

Mars in Cancer tends to be highly emotional, maybe even passive-aggressive, and it may take a lot more to get the Mars in Cancer person fired up or moving. They may struggle with motivation, assertion, positive action. They may only be moved when their emotions are highly engaged, for better or worse.

Mars in Leo

If you have Mars in Leo here are some keywords that may resonate with you: dramatic, confident, expressive, dramatic, egotistical, possessive, jealous, competitive. This is definitely a drama king or queen placement.

They’re often driven to create or perform, and they have a high tolerance for risk. They tend to be idealistic but their anger erupts when they feel their pride has been injured or they’re not being respected. They can be self-righteous and egotistical but they always act from their heart.

 

They have a strong sense of right and wrong.  They can be very ambitious, whether in their career or in their pursuit of love or the object of their desire, but since Leo is a fixed sign, their energy is more about perseverance than initiating change.

They tend to make good leaders because they have a natural empathy despite their ego. They know what it is to need respect and unless you’ve done something to cross them, they will naturally extend that respect to you.

They’re passionate and fiery but not as impulsive as Mars in Aries. In relationships, they can be very magnetic, authoritative and proud. If they’re kept happy by their partner, they can be among the most loyal of Mars placements, but if neglected they won’t hesitate to seek out the attention and admiration they require outside the relationship.

If their heart isn’t in something, whether it’s work or a relationship, it’s very hard for them to get fired up and motivated. Picture the male lion relaxed at the center of his pride, being fed by the female huntresses and lolling in the grass, satiated and regal. Now picture a solitary lion in a zoo; listless, bones protruding, hair matted, thousand-yard stare on his face. Is there anything sadder or more out of place?

If you have Mars in Leo and you feel like the lion in the zoo, some things that might boost your morale and motivation are:

 

  • Fall in love, passionately and completely. Devote your dramatic urges and desire for over the top self-expression to be fully focused on your object of desire.
  • Take up a competitive sport, preferably with an audience. Join an acting or improv class, learn an instrument, or talk to your boss about a promotion.
  • Stand up for someone who is being overlooked or not living up to their potential.
  • Teach others one of the many skills you’ve mastered; provide guidance, moral support and encouragement.
There is no expression of pride and mentorship quite as genuine as that of Mars in Leo. When the Sun King shines his rays on you, it’s almost impossible not to feel warmed and expanded by their attention!

 

Mars in Leo in Relationships

According to Steven Arroyo’s excellent book, Person to Person Astrology, Mars in Leo has a fondness for living life to the fullest and delights in participating in group events, social rituals and robust, physical activities of all kinds. They usually have a big personality with a dramatic flair and a friendly nature, a knack for telling stories and jokes and an instinct for entertaining and encouraging others. They’re often good at sales professions and have a unique capacity to vitalize organizational efforts. They like to be in control.

Their overall tendencies are dramatic self-assertion, warmth expressiveness and abundant vitality and creative flair. They need to assert themselves dynamically and creatively, but may be seen as pushy or domineering and their physical and sexual energy is stimulated by attention and demonstrative generosity. They need to be complemented and appreciated for their sexual, physical or creative prowess.

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Gardening with Astrology

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Gardening with Astrology

Use the power of astrology to improve your outdoor living space.

A garden has much to offer and can be a place for rest, rejuvenation and meditation.

You can create a green area to soothe your soul.

To find that relaxing spot in your backyard, here are a few lighthearted suggestions that will allow you to align your outdoor environment with your zodiacal sign.

 

 

The Planet’s Dominion over Plants

In astrology, all plants fall under the dominion of the planets.

The flowers, shrubs and trees suggested here are chosen for their association with the zodiacal sign that each planet rules.

If you are not the gardener in your household, get the person who is Mr. or Mrs. Greenfingers, find their sign, and put them to work.

Discover the perfect garden for your home with the help of the ancient art of astrology!

You may choose to read the dominant sign in your chart (usually the Sun-Sign or Ascendant), and some consideration could be given to the condition of your sixth house, which pertains to things you do everyday and to small plants.

 

Aries

Overheard in the Ram’s garden:

 

“I am now going to plant the first seedlings.”

“Only now? But you’ve lived here for three years!”

“Yes, now I’m going to start!”

 

To get things off to a quick start, invest in some help so your garden can appear overnight as if by magic.

The Mars-ruled are keen to have annuals, as they make an instant improvement.

There is always something new going into the Arian garden, like introducing fresh color combinations each year.

Select flowers and shrubs with red petals or bracts and plant quick-growing climbers like beans and sweet peas.

Enjoy hot produce from the vegetable patch for flavor in cooking, like ginger and chili.

Arian gardeners should own super-sharp secateurs for pruning, shaping, and cutting back.

Where trees are concerned, a flame or pepper tree will be suitable. Having dogs provides much needed action.

Place a fire pit on the patio for use on cool evenings to encourage heated conversations.

 

Suggested Plants for the Aries Garden

Suggested plants for the Aries gardener are; anemone, chives, chilies, capsicum, garlic, lupine, tiger lily and the hawthorn tree.

 

Taurus

Overheard in the Bull’s garden:

 

“Are you building your garden on clay or sand?”

“Well, it’s all earth, really!”

 

Strong Taureans will probably enjoy working with the earth, actually getting down into the dirt and crumbling and tilling the soil.

They can work their way through the whole garden by double digging and augmenting the earth.

Adding organic matter and then top dressing with mulch are essential in the Taurean garden.

Introducing earthworms will improve the soil condition beautifully.

Acquiring a small used-farm plow as a feature will remind the Bull gardener of the land and how it is worked.

If there is room, a real beehive where bees can make honey will appeal.

This sign likes to have a productive garden.

Taking it slowly and accumulating beautiful plants will bless you blessed with rich abundance in a few years.

 

Suggested Plants for the Taurus Garden

Suggested plants for the Taurean garden are; all root vegetables, roses, creeping Jenny and all local plants.

Suitable trees are silver birch and elder.

 

Gemini

Overheard in the Twin’s garden:

 

“These two plants look the same as two peas in a pod.”

“Yes, but just because they look the same doesn’t mean they are the same.”

 

Twins may encourage butterflies to visit their garden by introducing certain plants.

It is important for Geminis to bring pairs of plants into the garden so they can see them next to each other.

Geminis love labeling species so locals can learn the plant names, too. Third­ sign people like to talk to their plants. It is beneficial both to the plants who like the vibrations and to the Twins, who always have a lot to say.

This is the person who may keep a pigeon coop.

What will the neighbors think of Gemini’s yard?

You’ll find out when you get together over the fence to discuss it.

The Twins will probably enjoy a corner seat for reading interesting articles about all the things they could be doing in the garden if only they didn’t have to read that book first.

 

Suggested Plants for the Gemini Garden

Some ideas for Gemini’s garden are: caraway, hazel and orchids.

Add some hybrid plants.

 

Cancer

Overheard in the lunar garden at dusk:

 

“I prefer the garden in the moonlight.”

[KLUNK]

“It’s a New Moon tonight.”

Rubbing shin, “Yes, I see, well, I can’t really see.”

 

Gardening by the Moon is well documented.

Simply put, plant during the waxing phase and harvest in the waning phase.

To sooth the Cancer soul, they could try a circular lawn In the middle of the lot with deep borders all round the edges.

Choosing plant material with white flowers is a good idea, because white petals are visible at dusk and attract moths. It is the classic green and white garden that appeals here.

Light colored flowers will reflect moonlight in the evening.

Cancerians will feel good walking around the curve of the lawn enjoying the fragrance of the evening flowers under the beams of the Moon.

In the vegetable patch, they can try watermelons and cucumbers, which are water dense, and the fruits are full and round.

Our lunar gardeners will enjoy feeding, seeding, and watering their garden.

 

Sugested Plants for the Cancer Garden

Suggested plants for the Moon-ruled garden are; cucumbers, melons, pumpkins, iris, lily, lettuce, some poppies, moonflower, lotus and white lilac.

Add white flowers.

 

Leo

Overheard on the Lion’s savanna:

 

“You have created a lovely garden.”

“Thank you, I did it all myself.”

“What, all that digging in the soil?”

“No, not the dirty work! I told the guy what to do.”

 

If you are going to make an entrance, then you need a wonderful arch. Place it where Leo can pause when entering the garden. Plant lots of yellow and red flowers and shrubs.

As a special treat in the solar-ruled garden, create a croquet game on the lawn to play with the kids. Of course, it will only be used for a while, then the hoops and mallet can be discreetly tucked away to allow the garden to return to the serene place Leos love.

A lounger for lazing on a sunny afternoon will be appreciated.

To be honest, most Leos would like to have peacocks in their garden. These extravagant birds are very regal. With a well-stocked flower-cutting garden, our Leo gardener has the flair to produce a good supply of fresh flowers for the vase.

All produce from the Sun-ruled garden can be bestowed on friends and family as gifts. Exquisitely wrapped gifts of seeds, cuttings, flowers, and vegetables will be given from the heart, as they are the fruits of Leo’s creation.

 

Suggested Plants for the Leo Garden

Suggested plants for Leo’s garden are: rosemary, marigolds, bay and ash trees, mistletoe, sunflowers, king proteas, and any plant specimens that no one else has.

 

 

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Virgo

Overheard in the Virgin’s modest garden:

 

“Gosh, is that a weed?”

“I’ll just check my cross-referenced plant list, one moment … ah…, the garden design diagram …um, the detailed list, er …”

 

An herb garden is particularly suitable for a Virgo.

These delicate plants are useful, edible, and medicinal.

Herbs can be neatly labeled and different varieties of, say, mint can be compared in future taste tests.

Virgo will immerse themselves in the meticulous record-keeping required for herb growing.

Virgos will no doubt inform others of the different varieties planted in their formal beds.

A traditional herb garden layout with a circle defining planting placements appeals to Virgo.

This sign finds the precision of the structure soothing to the soul.

They can use a record book and keep a journal of all the plants and developments in their garden.

The Virgin will look back in years to come and see which plants really work well in which area.

Find a space to build a gazebo and place a table there so you can enjoy your gardening scrapbook work – oops, sorry, record keeping.

 

Suggested Planets for the Virgo Garden

Some specimens Virgo can try are; dill, fennel, narcissus, parsley and hazel.

 

Libra

Overheard while Libra is trimming the topiary:

 

“Just a bit off the left…” (snip)

“Oh, now a bit off the right…” (snip)

“Hmm, just a trifle on the left…” (snip)

 

I knew a man once who had a brownfields garden (brand-new home and not a blade of grass, just soil).

He wanted to prepare the ground for the lawn, which had been ordered and was to be put down the next day.

Mr. Libra spent the whole day raking the soil back and forth over the garden, endlessly, to reach the perfect level for the purpose of laying sod.

It is essential that there be no uneven areas to upset the Libra balance and prevent them from enjoying the rest of the garden.

Installing a bat house at the end of the property will encourage these flying mammals.

In the evening, these fascinating creatures can be seen swooping out to search for mosquitoes.

It is a conversation point for Librans to test the status quo of their guests at their many soirees.

A teeter-totter or seesaw is a great idea for Libra’s garden, and if anyone needs a hammock, it is Libra. Position it well out of range of a draft where they can gently rock.

A soft wind chime can induce relaxation.

They love scented plants, which can be used to make potpourri, and the fragrance helps maintain their delicate equilibrium.

 

Suggested Planets for the Libra Garden

Suggested plants for the Libran garden include; roses, gooseberry, all mints, apple trees and some aloes.

Add any soft green plants with fragrance.

 

The Scorpio Garden

Overheard in the Scorpion’s secret hideaway garden:

 

“[silence]”

“[more silence]”

 

Of all the signs, the Scorpio gardener desires a compost heap.

Maybe even three, one for this week’s, one for next month’s, and one for next year’s beautiful sweet smelling blend.

This friable, black, recycled product can be returned to the earth to add enrichment.

Scorpios are sound in the knowledge that this is part of Mother Earth’s master scheme.

Plan to have a secluded space, perhaps with a bench, so that Scorpio can sit quietly enjoying their outside space without the neighbors looking in.

Scorpio will often bury boxes in the garden.

Well-drained soil is required.

Create a pool for frogs, toads and a few lizards to enjoy.

If the body of water is large enough, they can try adding turtles, too.

When space permits, a bog garden that filters and recycles water from upstream is something all Scorpios will appreciate.

 

Suggested Plants for the Scorpio Garden

Scorpios desire to have in their secret garden plants like; basil, figs, foxglove (digitalis), cactus, onions, nightshade, carnivorous plants.

Add any plant whose botanical name includes the name graveolens.

 

The Sagittarius Garden

Overheard on the Archer’s prairie:

“In Europe, gardens are going vertical.”

“Oh, yes?”

“Indeed, It’s a growth area, and did you know that trees are the new black…the sky’s the limit!”

 

Sagittarians will be happy with plantings of blue gladiolus and hollyhocks at the back of the bed.

Plant cornflowers at the front of the beds, near the edge.

Allow space for a path for strolling if room permits, or maybe lay a small labyrinth using small plants such a box hedge.

This garden would do well with an ornamental bridge crossing from one area to another.

Try to find an armillary sphere, or astrolabe, and place it on a large, high column, with the arrow pointing to the sky, so it can be seen from every vantage point in the garden.

Centaurs enjoy having a garden that can be left unattended for a few weeks at a time while they enjoy their travels, so all the plants in their garden will have to be hardy and indigenous.

Trees are preferred, with plants having tall growing spires of green. Strawberry runners that can pop up all along a border will amuse the Archer.

 

Suggested Plants for the Sagittarius Garden

Sagittarians could try growing; any blue flowers or foreign species, borage, carnation, asparagus, sage, wheat, strawberries, maple, chestnut, rushes, oak trees and all tall, leggy plants and runners.

 

The Capricorn Garden

Overheard in the Sea Goat’s garden:

“Why are you planting a pear tree?”

“Well, the fruit will be ready for the grandchildren.”

“You don’t have any kids.”

“Yes, but, you know – pears for your heirs.”

 

Now, Saturn-ruled folk are quite happy to plant trees and vines that take ages to come to fruition, such as pear trees, which may take up to twenty-five years to bear.

But the attraction for Capricorn is that the produce will be available for the next generation.

They seriously consider those that will come after them, so slow-growing plants appeal.

The Saturn ruled appreciate a sundial tucked away in the garden so they can verify that they are in time with nature. For posterity, Sea Goats may bury a time capsule to benefit later generations.

Establishing ivy against a fence, so it can be seen during the cold winter, appeals to the Capricorn gardener.

Small trellises here and there will break up the space and give it definition.

Perhaps they may build a stonewall to contain a raised bed.

This satisfies two needs; old folks can sit on the wall and weed, and the hard structure will limit and restrict the growth of any invasive plants and rampant root systems.

Container planting is a good idea for this sign, as the plant’s growth can be curtailed by its pot.

 

Suggested Plants for the Capricorn Garden

Suggested plants for Capricorn’s garden include; barley, spinach, ivy, yew hedges, poplar, elm, quince, angelica, Indian hemp and any flowers with black petals.

 

Aquarius

Overheard in the Water Bearer’s garden:

  • “Plants have rights, too, you know.”
  • “Really?”
  • “Yes, especially the triffids.”

In the Aquarian’s garden, place a small weather vane that can be seen from the house. This will allow the Water Bearer to monitor wind direction in the garden.

Growing a variety of tall grasses at the borders will serve two purposes: first, breezes will make their fronds sway in undulating waves, adding a pleasant rustle.

Secondly, they will provide nest-building material for wild birds, who can then weave them to use in building their homes in nearby trees.

An abundance of home-building plant material will encourage birds nearly as much as water in the garden.

The Uranus-ruled will find satisfaction watching wild birds. Aquarians are likely to protect our feathered friends from predators such as the cat next door.

 

Suggested Plants for the Aquarian Garden

Suggested plants for the Aquarian garden are; grasses, olives, some orchids, and any unusual or unique specimens. transonic repellents come in.

Water Bearers will appreciate the self-seeding of plants through the action of the blowing wind, creating drifts of textures and colors.

 

The Pisces Garden

Overheard in the Fishes’ garden:

“Gosh, I can’t imagine where that plant came from.”

“It looks a bit fuzzy.”

“Yes, I could have sworn it wasn’t there last year”

 

This is the garden with the overgrown look.

There is a slightly unkempt overflow of flowers, herbs, and trees that make up a Piscean garden retreat.

A good idea is to mount mirrors among the plantings, against the walls and pillars, to give the impression of more depth.

Looking glasses give the illusion of other garden rooms, which can open up all kinds of possibilities.

They will enjoy a fishpond; not just a small shallow one, but a deep pond for Koi, where Neptune-ruled Pisces can peer into the gloom and imagine any number of dreams.

Those with the Sun in this last sign of the zodiac prefer flowers with single petals, such as cosmos, daisies, and the purple coneflower.

The simplicity of the shapes will appeal to the Piscean gardener.

A good idea is to photograph the yard at the equinoxes and solstices to have an image for enjoyment.

Watch out for weeds (I use the term loosely) of all kinds.

These gardeners start with a vision of how they want their garden to look, but the plants just seem to get away from them.

The glamour in this yard will usually come from the owner herself.

 

Suggested Planets for the Pisces Garden

Suggested plants for the Fishes garden include; cosmos, purple coneflower, spruce, opium poppy and tobacco plant.

Introduce some water lilies, perhaps in the Koi pond.

Really, anything goes.

 

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The Leo Creator Economy in the Age of Aquarius

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Hi Starz, This time I’m chatting about how the creativity of the sign Leo shows up during the Age of Aquarius. Where we are now and that the contrast of this pair of signs has shifted from the recent Virgo/Pisces dominance of the past 2000 years. Alison

Author: Alison Price   –   Published: October 2024

The Leo Creator Economy in the Age of Aquarius

We are living in the era of the creator economy, where independent and individual creators can thrive.

This unprecedented time marks a significant change from how it was in the past.

The arrival of the internet has swung wide open doors for creative individuals (just like you) to create, craft and construct your content, products and skills to a potential global audience.

The Creator Economy

The creator economy refers to the modern economic ecosystem in which people, referred to as creators, leverage their digital presence (websites) and newsletters to produce, distribute, and monetize their own content, insights, products or services directly to their niche audience.

This concept has gained traction because of the rise of the internet, social media and various online platforms which enable you to showcase your offerings without the need for traditional gatekeepers like mainstream publishers, record labels, galleries or studios.

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Key Features of the Creator Economy

Content Creation

Creators like you, now produce a wide range of content, such as videos, articles, podcasts, music, art, photography and more. Your content can be educational, entertaining, informative or inspirational, or a combination of all to cater to your specific niche followers.

 

Digital Platforms

Creators rely on digital spaces like YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Patreon, Substack and other websites to share and distribute their stuff. These websites give a global reach and offer tools for engagement, interaction and monetization. Although frequently you are the product in their eyes.

 

Direct Audience Engagement

Creators strive to build a dedicated and engaged community of followers, fans or devotees. They interact with their audience through comments, messages, live streams and other forms of direct communication like newsletters.

No matter how many subscribers you have, Kevin Kelly suggests that if you only have 1000 true fans, and if each of these 1,000 “true fans” spends about $100 per year, you as a creator can earn a comfortable living. 

 

Monetization Strategies

Creators monetize their work through various methods, including ad revenue, sponsorships, merch sales, subscription models, crowdfunding and by offering premium or exclusive content to their most devoted supporters behind paywalls.

 

Personal Brand

Creators use their personal brand, which includes their unique style, voice, values and expertise. This personal branding helps them stand out and build their loyal fan base.

 

Nomads

The creator economy offers flexibility in terms of work location and hours. Creators can work from anywhere, in their pyjamas and will set their day-to-day activities to their liking.

 

Entrepreneurs

The creator economy enables people to turn their passions and talents into viable small, micro, or nano, businesses. It empowers them to become entrepreneurs.

 

Challenges and Risks

While the creator economy offers opportunities, it also comes with challenges such as maintaining a consistent liveable income, dealing with algorithm changes on platforms and managing online harassment, hate or negative feedback.

Overall, the (Leo) creator economy represents a democratization (Aquarius) of content creation. It allows anyone with the talent and time to potentially reach a global audience and earn a living from their creations.

The Virgo/Pisces Shift

The Age of Pisces

Over the course of the past two thousand years, people often played the role of workers within a collective framework, which resembles the Virgo archetype.

This model was often at odds with the principles of the church, characterized by the Pisces energy, where themes of sacrifice and redemption held sway under the influence of those who wielded control over the labor force represented by Virgo.

As the Age of Pisces shifted into the Age of Aquarius, the opposing contrast between Virgo (workers) and Pisces (church) has now yielded ground to the emerging energies of Leo (creative) and Aquarius (technology).

 

Value Creators

Learning is no longer confined to traditional institutions like universities or religious establishments. Now, you can get specialized knowledge directly from individuals.

In this creator economy, and particularly within the Age of Aquarius, everyone possesses unique passions which may be skillfully packaged and delivered by means of solo entrepreneurship.

Leo

Creative Inspiration

The sign of Leo the Lion embodies the essence of the creator. It finds its meaning within the realm of the fifth house, known for its great creativity. Creativity finds its symbolism in Leo, contrasted with its opposite sign of Aquarius the Water Bearer. We see a surge in independent enterprises and the ability to package your skills and unique expertise to establish a vocation which suits you as has never been seen before.

The Age of Aquarius

Dawn of the New Age

The Age of Aquarius dawned around the year 2000. This shift in energy made its initial appearance with the controlling of electricity, around the 1830s, that closely followed the discovery of Uranus (the ruler of Aquarius) in 1781.

 

Aquarius

Aquarius is the sign of innovation, the internet, smart phones, AI, computers and all manner of tech gadgets. People born under the sign of the Water Bearer are often associated with unique and unconventional traits.

Their planetary ruler, Uranus, adds a touch of innovation, unpredictability and originality to their character. These people are often known for their independent and forward-thinking nature.

Strongly Aquarius folk (those with three or more planets in Aquarius, with Aquarius rising, or with Uranus in the 1st house), thrive on ingenuity, new ideas and intellectual pursuits which make them great problem-solvers and visionaries.

 

Aquarius Seems Sociable

Being friendly and seemingly sociable are strong characteristics of Aquarians. They possess a genuine concern for humanity and often engage in public-spirited efforts. The Uranus ruled ability to connect with people from all walks of life makes them excellent team players.

 

Aquarius Personal Style

One of the distinctive attributes of Aquarians is their emphasis on individuality and a desire to stand out from the crowd. They are unafraid to challenge societal norms and to carve out their own paths. This trait can manifest in various ways, from their flamboyant personal style to their choice of career or hobbies.

 

Aquarius and Relentless Innovation

Aquarius is indicated by the Water Bearer, which signifies the flow of knowledge and ideas. This symbolism underscores their role as forward-thinkers and carriers of innovation. They have an innate curiosity and a thirst for understanding, which drives them to explore new concepts and push boundaries.

 

Aquarius Stimulates Mental Connections

In relationships, Aquarians value mental connections and intellectual stimulation. They seek partners who can engage in deep conversations and share their passion for learning. While they might seem emotionally reserved at times, they genuinely care for their loved ones and express their affection in exceptional and unexpected ways.

As you embrace astrology as a creative and inspirational tool for living your best life, you might find that exploring the Aquarian traits in your birth chart will help you to tap into your natural innovation. Embracing your independent spirit, nurturing your creative pursuits and channeling your humanitarian instincts can empower you to navigate life’s journey in a fulfilling way.

 

Pluto in Aquarius: 2022 – 2043

Pluto entered Aquarius in 2022 and after some back and forth will be there until 2043. It will tenant the realm of the fixed air sign for approximately two decades. This era coincides with the emergence of Chat GPT and the remarkable rise of accessible artificial intelligence (AI).

This significant change in our approach to various projects is poised to gain momentum over time. The advent of cyber currencies (Uranus in Taurus) serves as a tangible manifestation of this impetus for innovation, for the collective voice of humanity.

 

Gender Fluidity

A notable facet of the Age of Aquarius is expressed in the concept of gender fluidity.

Opposition Aspect (Leo/Aquarius)

Projection and Freud

The concept of projection is built into in the dynamics of any pair of opposing signs, like Leo and Aquarius. Projection is a defense mechanism that Sigmund Freud first introduced to understand how individuals deal with emotions and thoughts which they find difficult to accept within themselves.

Projection means pushing your own thoughts, feelings or desires onto someone else. In essence, it’s a way of displacing your internal conflicts or uncomfortable aspects of yourself onto other people or situations which can give temporary relief from dealing with those feelings directly.

For example, imagine someone who is struggling with jealousy but is unable to acknowledge this emotion within themselves. They might project these feelings onto a friend, accusing the friend of being jealous of them instead. In reality, it’s the individual who is experiencing jealousy, but they project it onto another person as a way of avoiding the discomfort.

 

Unconscious

Projection often occurs unconsciously, meaning that you might not even be aware that you are projecting your own emotions onto others. It’s a defense mechanism that helps protect your ego from distressing or conflicting thoughts and emotions.

 

Projection and Jung

This concept has been widely studied and discussed in psychology. Carl Jung, a prominent Swiss psychiatrist, also explored projection as a way to understand the interactions between the conscious and unconscious mind. He believed that projection could reveal hidden aspects of a person’s psyche to offer insight into unresolved inner conflicts.

 

Projection and Personal Growth

To understand projection can be beneficial for personal growth and self-awareness. By recognizing when you might be projecting your own feelings onto others, you can gain insight into your own emotions and thoughts. It allows you to take a step back, reflect on your reactions and consider whether your perceptions are influenced by your own internal struggles.

 

Explore the Projection Concept

Self-awareness can guide you to make more conscious choices and foster healthier relationships. It’s important to remember that projection is a natural part of human psychology and everyone engages in it to some extent.

The key is to develop the ability to recognize when it’s happening and to use that awareness as an opportunity for introspection and personal growth. As you integrate this understanding into your journey of self-discovery, you’ll likely find that it adds another layer of depth to your creative endeavors and your pursuit of living your best life.

Each sign contains elements desired by its opposite counterpart. Now, let’s direct our attention to the two dynamic opposing fixed signs of Leo and Aquarius.

Leo and Aquarius

Wanting What You Don’t Have

The essence of opposites is beautifully captured through the interplay of contrasting themes. Leo and Aquarius have the potential to enhance each other’s completeness. Leo stands to gain by embracing humility and recognizing the intrinsic worth of humanity and Aquarius has an opportunity to nurture increased courage and dig into the depths of the heart.

 

Day and Night

The cycle of day and night is a perfect example of how opposites complement each other to form a harmonious whole. Day represents light, warmth and activity, while night embodies darkness, cool and rest.

Yet, these apparent contradictions work together seamlessly, each contributing its unique attributes to the overall rhythm of daily life. The transition from day to night and back again symbolizes a natural ebb and flow, a dynamic equilibrium that sustains the world.

 

Active and Passive

The attraction between opposites often stems from the idea that individuals with contrasting qualities can bring out the best in each other. For instance, a person who is outgoing and extroverted may be drawn to someone who is introverted and contemplative. Their differences create a complementary dynamic where one partner encourages the other to step outside their comfort zone, fostering personal growth and expanded horizons.

 

Quality

In a similar vein, the union of different strengths and perspectives can lead to more well-rounded solutions in problem-solving and creative endeavors. When people with diverse skills collaborate, they often contribute unique viewpoints which enhances the overall quality and effectiveness of the outcome.

 

Light and Dark

Opposites also play a crucial role in personal development and self-discovery. To embrace contrasting aspects of yourself, such as strengths and weaknesses, can lead to a deeper understanding of your identity.

Just as the night allows for introspection and rejuvenation, acknowledging our “dark” or less visible traits, can lead to a more authentic and integrated sense of self. However, it’s essential to note that the harmony between opposites doesn’t mean a complete erasure of differences, but rather, it involves a respectful coexistence where each element retains its identity as it contributes to your integrated whole.

 

Creative Inspiration

In relationships, for example, maintaining your own individuality while appreciating and valuing the differences is your spouse is key to a healthy and thriving partnership. As you explore the idea of opposites attracting and creating wholeness, consider how this concept can enrich your creative and inspirational journey.

Your Leo/Aquarius Energy

Leo Houses

Look at your natal chart and find any houses with Leo on the cusp. There may be one, two or no houses, it depends on your chart. Your Leo houses and your 5th house, suggest areas of life where you can express creativity.

 

Leo Planets

In your chart, look for any planets in Leo and the 5th house, and consider their full planetary complex of house, aspects and position in the chart.

 

  • Neptune was in Leo for people born around 1914 to 1929.
  • Pluto was in Leo for people born around 1938 to 1957.
  • Uranus was in Leo for people born around 1955 to 1962.

Aquarius in Your Chart

Aquarius Cusps

Find any houses with Aquarius on the cusp and the 11th house. There may be one, two or no houses it depends on your chart. Your Aquarian houses and your 11th house, suggest areas of life where you can bring the freedom to live in the future through the technical strides we have made and what is available now.

 

Aquarius Planets

Look for any planets in Aquarius and consider their full planetary complex of house, aspects and position in the chart.

 

  • Uranus was in Aquarius for people born around 1995 to 2003.
  • Neptune was in Aquarius for people born around 1998 to 2011.
  • Pluto was in Aquarius for people born around 2023 to 2043.

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Potency of Leo and Aquarius

Question: Can people who possess a potent blend of Leo and Aquarius qualities excel in mastering the intricacies of the creator economy within our rapidly evolving Age of Aquarius and the digital era?

The prospect seems plausible, even quite probable. However, if your aspiration as a creator leans toward becoming an influencer, it’s advisable to tap into your Leo attributes and if your aspiration as a creator is to improve the lives of others, then tap into your Aquarian qualities. Of course, for the complete picture your whole should be taken into account.

For those of you whose birth charts prominently feature the dynamic duo of Leo and Aquarius, whether through influential house placements such as the cusps of the 1st or 10th, or through planetary presence in these signs, I believe you stand a greater chance of thriving as a creator during this Leo/Aquarius era compared to many others.

Let me know what you think.

Extend Yourself

Natal chart notes

Referring to your natal chart and in your astrology journal:

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  • Note every house with Leo and Aquarius on the cusps.
  • List any planets in Leo or Aquarius.
  • List any planets in your 5th or 11th houses.

Extend Yourself Further

If you are a creator or think you may be…

Referring to your natal chart and in your astrology journal:

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  • List 3 ways you create (writing, editing, crafting, baking, designing, art, music etc.)
  • Consider what your chart says about running your own small/micro/nano creative newsletter or business.
  • State exactly what you can uniquely share with others.
  • State exactly who you wish to help.

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Alison

Author Bio

Alison Price: Astrology Coach

Alison wants to help you uncover your individual creativity and lead a fulfilling life using your own astrology. She shares her wisdom from the heart with a touch of humor.

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Zodiac Sign Notebooks

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Zodiac Sign Notebooks

Handy Dandy Astrology Notebooks

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