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.

What can Vedic Astrology reveal about the life and spiritual journey of Amma, the Hugging Saint? This was the task we set ourselves in last week’s AstroliJam. We explored her Moon in Taurus in Krittika Nakshatra, her Jupiter in Gemini shaping her transformative embrace, and the fascinating connections between her chart and themes of moksha, nurturing, and devotion. Along the way, personal synchronicities and cosmic revelations emerged—including a dream-guided journey to meet Amma in Barcelona.

Are you curious to see if Amma’s birth chart aligns with her remarkable life? Why don’t you join us for our next AstroliJam to see how her birth chart connects to Pope Leo XIV or maybe join our current Redemption Arc Detectives case study? Dive into the full blog post and join us for the next AstroliJam!

Have you ever felt like one phase of life was ending, but the next hadn’t fully taken shape? That was the theme that emerged at our latest Moon and Transits gathering on Saturday. It makes sense as we have so many planet leaving Tropical Pisces and entering Tropical Aries this year. With these shifts creating a sense of endings and beginnings in motion, understanding transits becomes even more valuable. Vedic Astrology is so strong in predictive techniques like Vimshottari Dasa cycles, planetary maturity, planetary ages, Nodes, and Varshaphal, that transits often receive less emphasis—sometimes leaving us feeling "out of the loop" with what’s happening in the skies above. That’s where our Moon and Transits group comes in. It was a natural evolution of our Varshaphal Word-of-the-Year study group in 2023–2024, and has become a collaborative space where we share experiences and observations to bridge this gap. What makes these discussions so insightful is how each member contributes, deepening our understanding by bringing their unique perspective. I hope you will join us on Patreon for our next Gathering on Soltice 21 June 2025!

Have you ever come across Lajjitaadi Avashtas or challenging combinations in your birth chart? Maybe you've seen something on YouTube, or perhaps you've had a session with an astrologer who pointed out a complicated aspect in your chart. You might be feeling overwhelmed, unsure of how to unpack the information, or what it means for your life. More importantly, you might be wondering what you can do to improve your experience here in the world.

Fiona Marques introduces a new group called Redemption Arc Detectives to her patrons on Patreon patreon.com/fionamarques, aimed at individuals struggling with complex astrological placements like Lajjitaadi Avashtas or difficult conjunctions in their birth charts. The group investigates these placements, seeks remedies, and shares experiences for mutual learning and support. The group emphasizes respectful communication. Fiona draws inspiration from the Hero's Journey and explores the concept of redemption arcs in astrology. The initiative supports individuals in transforming their perceived difficult placements into opportunities for growth. To join, visit patreon.com/fionamarques