Cosmic Carol

09/08/2025

Full Moon in Aquarius: Growth and Insight

Today’s Full Moon in Aquarius is quite fascinating, and although there are some energies to remain vigilant about, the influence is positively transformative.

The main theme of the Moon in Aquarius opposite the Sun in Leo is to be a powerful role model by championing the needs of the group ahead of self-entitlement. The Moon in Aquarius has an impersonal nature, and its logical, scientific, yet revolutionary energies nurture collective growth.

There are two major, powerful-but-positive star patterns in our skies during tonight’s Full Moon. The first is a KITE, which can lift us to new levels of existence or consciousness, helping us see the bigger picture and find constructive outlets for latent talents. The second is a MYSTIC RECTANGLE, guiding us toward positive solutions to building tensions.

Let’s look at the KITE first. A free-flowing grand trine between Pluto in Aquarius, Mars in Libra, and Uranus in Gemini encourages a desire for equanimity and the bridging of differences to bring major shifts and awakenings in humanity’s consciousness. Sextiles are also formed with focal planets Saturn and Neptune in Aries. The Neptune/Saturn in Aries theme we will experience over the next 12 months represents the “Spiritual Warrior.” Aries is a sign of passionate confrontation—fighting for what they believe in. With Aries’ ruler, Mars, in Libra, the fight becomes about justice, balance, fairness, and restoring harmony. I’m reminded of the mantra of the Fourth Ray: “Harmony through conflict, beauty and art.”

Full Moon in Aquarius, 9th August 2025, 5.25 pm ACST

The MYSTIC RECTANGLE also involves Pluto in Aquarius, Mars in Libra, and Saturn/Neptune in Aries, but it includes the faster-moving—and more personal—Mercury. Mercury, the Messenger, creates bridges of communication between disparities. Mercury in Leo finds highly creative ways to express thoughts and ideas, encouraging far-sighted yet intuitive leadership. Because Mercury is still retrograde, moving backwards through Leo, ideas or projects that had been put on the back burner can be reignited—this time with greater success.

Meanwhile, Venus and Jupiter are having their own little “love-in” in Cancer, enhancing feelings of love toward nurturing our families and loved ones. This is the perfect time to enjoy snuggling on the couch under a cosy blanket, with a big bowl of your favourite comfort food, your most cherished book, or your favourite company—human or pet.

We are in a long cycle of compelling and undeniable transformation. Sometimes that transformation feels like the shedding of skin—painful, leaving us raw and exposed. Yet with that pain and vulnerability also comes an awareness of something greater and more expansive than we could ever have imagined.

Full Moons are always a time of reaping what we have sown, using the fruits of our labour to invest in our continued growth, while also recognising that it will soon be time to let go of what inhibits us.

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09/08/2025

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Adelaide astrologer and tarot reader, Carol Atkinson, aka Cosmic Carol, grew up feeling she was different to other children.

21/04/2025

An analysis of the Death Chart of Pope Francis; time of death 7.35 am, Monday 21st April 2025 in Rome.

Pope Francis had his natal Sun in Sagittarius at 25 degrees, conjunct the North Node of fate at 24 degrees Sagittarius, and Jupiter in Capricorn, 3 degrees. Jupiter rules Sagittarius, and Saturn rules Capricorn. Jupiter in Capricorn is expansive yet traditional. Sun in Sagittarius is philosophical, enquiring, and idealistic.

The Pope had Cancer rising “I build a lighted house and therein dwell" at 10 degrees and Moon in Aquarius at 12 degrees. Cancer is ruled by The Moon, and Aquarius is ruled by Uranus (in modern astrology) and Saturn (in traditional astrology). Aquarius is on the Pope’s 8th house of death, and so his 8th house is ruled by both Saturn and Uranus. The Moon rules the Pope’s 1st house; the physical body and soul purpose on Earth.

Let’s see what was happening by transit to his chart.

The transiting Moon was exact to Pluto (death, transition, rebirth) at 3 degrees of Aquarius (ruler of the Pope’s 8th house of death). Transiting Moon had, within the last few hours, formed an opposition to the Pope’s natal Pluto (death, transition, rebirth) in his 1st house of physical body, and to Mars in Leo in his first house.

Normally, Mars in Leo in the first house brings vitality and energy to the physical body, however, it was forming an exact square (tension/difficulty) to the Sun in Ta**us, exact the Pope’s Midheaven (prominence and highest calling). Mars in Leo can bring too much fire to the body (high temperatures). Transiting Mercury (Messenger of the Gods) was under the rulership of Mars (in fire sign Aries), while also trining Mars. Mars is a planet of action and haste, and both Mercury and Mars were forming harsh aspects to the Pope’s natal Jupiter in his 6th house of ill health. Remember Jupiter in Capricorn (ruled by Saturn) was connected to the 8th house of death. Mercury delivered God’s message; it was the Pope’s time to be received.

Transiting Sun (1 Ta**us) was applying to a conjunction of the Pope’s natal Uranus (sudden, shocking liberation). Transiting Uranus 25 Ta**us (co-ruler of the Pope’s natal Moon) was sextile (fluid motion) transiting North Node (fate), Saturn (physical limitations), and Venus (love/attraction/reception), in the Pope’s 8th house of Death. Uranus assisted with the sudden liberation of the soul from the burdens of the physical body (Saturn). Ta**us is ruled by Venus, and Venus (both by transit and natally), was in the domain of the 8th house of death.

Transiting North Node (destiny), Saturn (physical limitations), and Venus (love) in the sign of Pisces; traditionally ruled by Jupiter; were in a hard aspect to the Pope’s natal North Node and Sun in Sagittarius in the 6th house of ill health. Transiting Saturn in Pisces and natal Jupiter in Capricorn were in mutual reception (receiving each other) in the houses of death and ill health.

Transiting Jupiter in Gemini was applying to an opposition of the Pope’s natal North Node/Sun in Sagittarius, and as mentioned already; connected to the 8th house.

I’ve found Jupiter to be prominent in the death charts I’ve studied. Jupiter is expansion, and upon death, the soul leaves the limitations of the physical body and expands into other dimensions.

I love that the Sun in Ta**us was on the Pope's Midheaven at the time of death, filling the moment with light and love (Venus).

An analysis of the Death Chart of Pope Francis; time of death 7.35 am, Monday 21st April 2025 in Rome.Pope Francis had his natal Sun in Sagittarius at 25 degrees, conjunct the North Node of fate at 24 degrees Sagittarius, and Jupiter in Capricorn, 3 degrees. Jupiter rules Sagittarius, and Saturn rul...

05/03/2025

March is tricky and stormy, with a lot happening in the cosmic skies, offering us a profound opportunity for healing and resolution.

It’s not only eclipse season, which I liken to being spun around with your eyes closed and pushed – you never know what surprises you’re in for - but both Venus and Mercury turn retrograde, starting in Aries and moving back into Pisces, concurrently. Both planets are in the waxing phase of their synodic cycle, giving them greater prominence and illumination in the sky and intensifying their energies.

Most people have heard of Mercury retrograde, which is an alchemical phase when Mercury appears to be moving backward, and being the "trickster" is known for causing disruptions to communications, contracts and contacts, travel, and technology. However, from an esoteric perspective, Mercury acts as a channel for insight between our lower and higher self, and contact with our intuitive natures. Just as alchemists seek to turn lead into gold, Mercury retrograde encourages us to refine our thoughts, discard false beliefs, and transmute challenges into wisdom. Mercury retrograde's secret message is to pause, reflect and realign.

Venus on the other hand, relates to the power of attraction, beauty, art, love and money. Venus is our inner goddess, our self-love and self-worth, our material values, and our soul connections. From an esoteric perspective, Venus retrograde is an inner pilgrimage that strips away illusions and glamours and teaches us that true love must first exist within. It is a time when we should step away from external validation and materialism, release toxic love patterns, and review old relationship wounds. We may find that shadow issues surrounding love, relationships, values, beauty standards, our finances and possessions, and addictions - which block creativity - are suddenly brought into focus before the inner work can commence.

A Pisces stellium intensifies our emotional depth, urging a shift in consciousness through themes of grief, compassion, healing, and release. As Pisces is the sign of salvation and surrender, this lunation calls for letting go of illusions, past attachments, and outdated emotional wounds. It also highlights endings, reorientation of consciousness, mysticism, art, and music. It encourages us to sacrifice personal will for a higher cause, flow with life's transitions, and embrace wisdom gained through experience, deepening our connection to soul and karmic ties. In moments of emotional overwhelm, we may experience emotional and spiritual breakthroughs, leading to wholeness and a greater spiritual consciousness.

The Saturn-North Node-Neptune alignment may bring emotional suffering or isolation, yet also offers a path to higher understanding, spiritual compassion, and the release of karmic ties. Pluto, unaspected at 2 degrees Aquarius, is a force of deep transformation and detachment, urging the death of the old self. As Mars approaches a trine to Saturn and a sextile to Uranus, grounded action and unexpected solutions may emerge, helping to bridge the past with the future; offering renewal and liberation from emotional entanglements. However, with the Sun and Moon squaring Jupiter in Gemini, we must also guard against self-aggrandisement, overconfidence, or putting our needs above others at the expense of our personal integrity.

There is no doubt that many of us will feel overwhelmed during March, so move gently and compassionately my friends, and don’t be surprised if you’re in a very different place - emotionally and spiritually - at the end of the month than at the commencement.

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Love and Light, Cosmic Carol

12/02/2025

Please see me this Sunday 16th of February at The Spirit of Psychics market on Holland Street, Adelaide.

I'll be there from 11am to 6pm doing Tarot Readings and Astrology.

Spread the word and see you there!

Cosmic Carol

11/02/2025

Full Moon in Leo for PISCES

You will need to balance servitude and daily work schedules, with a desire to retreat and find solitude. You may feel as though your views are undermined by the personal agendas and dramas of those around you, so creating space for reflection and rest will help you gain the clarity you seek. An unexpected communication or contract could disrupt your usual routines, requiring a change of environment. Mars has slowed in your creative, leisure, and romantic sectors, forcing you to take a more serious stance. Venus in your house of income and assets may bring an unexpected bonus—stay open to new opportunities

Read the star guide for all signs here: https://www.cosmiccarol.com.au/news

11/02/2025

Full Moon in Leo for AQUARIUS

Happy birthday, Aquarius! This Full Moon focusses a spotlight on your individuality and personal power, versus demands in your relationships. Unexpected shifts at home or within the family could shake your sense of security, urging you to reassess what truly supports your growth. Mars in your area of servitude and routine may be pushing you to help others, but try not to neglect your own health and wellbeing in the process. Venus encourages engaging conversations, a desire to take a creative course, or to share your story. You are in a powerful cycle of self-transformation, so allow yourself time to have fun, create, and travel for leisure.

Read the star guide for all signs here: https://www.cosmiccarol.com.au/news

11/02/2025

Full Moon in Leo for CAPRICORN

Salaries, wages and income from STEM projects or intellectual properties could experience sudden shifts this week, so try not to allow a financial partner's need for personal recognition to derail negotiations. Mars in your partnership sector suggests some frustrating discussions in business or personal relationships, especially over contractual matters. Venus in your home sector reminds you to enjoy the comforts of your family and improvements on the home front. Balance your financial ambitions, and technical or building innovations with others' needs for emotional security and personal acknowledgment.

Read the star guide for all signs here: https://www.cosmiccarol.com.au/news

11/02/2025

Full Moon in Leo for SAGITTARIUS

This Full Moon highlights the need to balance communications with siblings, contracts, travel, and big-picture thinking. You may feel torn between handling responsibilities close to home and pursuing long-term goals such as travel, education, or publishing. Unexpected shifts in your work or health routines could demand flexibility, requiring innovative communications. With Mars stirring deep emotional and financial matters, power struggles over shared resources may surface. However, Venus in your creativity sector encourages you to channel your energy into passion projects or romantic connections—embrace joy where you can.

Read the star guide for all signs here: https://www.cosmiccarol.com.au/news

11/02/2025

Full Moon in Leo for SCORPIO

Tensions between your home life and career are causing demands that may reach breaking point under this Full Moon. Unexpected developments in your closest relationships could challenge your sense of stability, forcing you to look at your home environment from a new perspective. With Mars frustrating your ideological, foreign travel, or higher education sphere, delay making firm arrangements until after Mars goes direct on the 23rd of February. Stay level-headed and strategic—reacting impulsively could affect your professional and relationship standing. Venus will encourage you to make improvements to your health and daily routines.

Read the star guide for all signs here: https://www.cosmiccarol.com.au/news

11/02/2025

Full Moon in Leo for LIBRA

Your children, creative projects, or romantic pursuits could demand more attention, pulling you away from your friendships, communities, hopes and dreams. Sudden financial changes, particularly related to joint assets or debts, may force you to rethink your approach to money. Mars in your career sector is pushing you to take bold professional steps, however, this is more likely to progress after the 23rd of February. Venus in your relationship house reminds you to allow time for leisure activities with your partner, and that diplomacy and charm will be your greatest assets when negotiating with others.

Read the star guide for all signs here: https://www.cosmiccarol.com.au/news

11/02/2025

Full Moon in Leo for VIRGO

As much as you’d like to innovate your daily schedule or break free from routine, secretive or behind-the-scenes dramas could demand your attention. Sudden shifts relating to travel, education, or broadcasting may throw you off balance, requiring some quick and original thinking. Mars in your social sector energises group projects, although be careful to consider the points of view of your serious relationships and business partners. Venus in your area of joint finances could bring an investment, loan, commission, or monetary bonus.

Read the star guide for all signs here: https://www.cosmiccarol.com.au/news