Why does Mars in Leo bring motivation for some and meltdown for others? This breakdown of the 2025 Mars retrograde—including its square to Uranus, low Uccha Bala, and high Chesta Bala—shows why the same Vedic astrology transit can feel so different in different charts. Includes insights into Israel’s national chart, Pope Leo’s Jupiter dasa, and why personal context always matters.

What if a simple weekly check-in could transform your week? Imagine finally understanding how Mars agitates Saturn—not just intellectually, but viscerally. Or grasping Kshudita and Kshobhita Avasthas in a way that stays with you long after the session ends. Every Thursday at 4 PM, our patreon group gathers for a 30-minute Vedic Astrology check-in. It’s a space of reflection, validation, and insight. In these moments, Vedic Astrology becomes more than a study—it becomes a living, breathing experience of connection.

On Sunday 8 June, we held our monthly AstroliJam. This month’s subject was Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Francis Prevost, newly elected leader of the Catholic Church.

Without a recorded time of birth, we used life events and personality traits to hypothesize a possible rising sign for natal chart interpretation. We explored cards of truth, timing techniques, transits, and even the Sidereal perspective to refine the chart further. From Kaal Sarpa Yoga’s intensity, to Jupiter’s dignified position in Leo and a potential secret shame, the indicators all point toward a leader shaped by surrender, love, and a higher calling.

If this kind of astrological detective work fascinates you, join us for our next AstroliJam on Sunday, 13 July or explore deeper patterns in spiritual charts in our Redemption Arc Detective Tier on 5 July at pateron.com/fionamarques.

Dive into the latest discussion from our "The Greatness of Saturn" Book Club, where we explored the complex Mercury (Budha) chapter. Our conversation centered on Mercury's mythical origins, born from the controversial union of Tara (Jupiter's wife) and the Moon. This unique birth story is seen as the source of Mercury's fundamental drive: a constant, intellectual quest asking, "Who am I? Who am I truly?".

We connected these ancient insights to the latest episode of the Vedic Astrology Podcast entitled “Who Am I? The role of Jupiter, Mercury, Tara & the Moon in identity, love, self acceptance and A Restless Traveller“

The discussion also touched on the challenges of interpreting ancient texts through a modern lens, particularly the language used to describe divine events. Ultimately, we reflected on how Mercury's energy, this inherent "restlessness" or "itch" for exploration, can be consciously directed towards higher evolution and self-discovery.

Join us to explore these fascinating layers of Vedic Astrology, mythology, and personal growth.