Category Archives: Weekly Astrology Poll

Ask Our Readers: How Do You Handle Conflict in Relationships?

After writing the post on Libra’s approach to fighting fair, I decided to pursue this topic a little further and see how others feel about this. Maybe you prefer to a more visceral interaction than I, with all my Libra. If so, please tell us about it.

Thus, this week’s question:

How much tolerance do you have for conflict in relationships, and how is this shown in your chart?

I’ll go first:

I believe it’s my Libra Moon-Neptune conjunction making me particularly sensitive to someone yelling harsh words at me. It feels like I’ve been punched in the solar plexus when that has happened. It is having Mars conjunct Mercury in Scorpio that gives me the means to edit my speech before it emerges.

It’s also possible the North Node in Gemini, another air sign, pulls me towards communicating my anger in a more civilized manner. The Sagittarius South Node in my first house is not nearly as good about choosing the right words.

At any rate, that’s what I see in my chart encouraging me to express my feelings, especially anger, in as non-threatening a way as possible.

Libra, an Air signposted by Neith . . .

Ask Our Readers: What Don’t You Like About Your Chart?

We got such a great response to our new Wednesday format last week that we decided to do it again.

Here’s this week’s question:

What about your birth chart, if anything, makes you uncomfortable or scares you?

Just to help the get the discussion going, I’ll go first.

There are two patterns in my chart that are scary and that have made life quite difficult in a number of ways. First, I have a fixed T-square, with a debilitated Mars opposed to Neptune. Second, I have a very tight square between my Pisces Moon and Saturn in Sagittarius. Together, this is a recipe for low energy plus an unhappy childhood feeding into adult depression. Fortunately, I have found a way to deal with these issues, largely through astrology and Tarot, and they no longer rule my life. But they do demand constant vigilance and work.

OK, it’s your turn!

Meanwhile, Neith and I would like thank everyone who responded to last week’s question. We got some great answers, with the kind of details that help us collect information and become better astrologers.

Predictably, those of you with planets or chart angles in Aquarius and Leo felt the eclipses the most. Indeed, it packed quite a wallop for some of you (it did for that, that’s for sure!).

That said, some of you didn’t feel it, or you didn’t feel it as strongly as we would have expected, given your natal charts. To those people, I would say that these eclipses may deliver their “news” at the New Moon in Scorpio on October 28 or the Full Moon in Taurus on November 13. The degrees of these lunations will be square the degrees of the August 1 solar eclipse and the August 16 lunar eclipse, resulting in a release of energy not unlike what happens when two tectonic plates finally break free of each other, causing an earthquake.

I don’t say this to scare you, only to give you a heads up so that you can plan according. That, after all, is the whole point of predictive astrology.

Love and blessings,
Aquarius, the sign of astrology Pat.

Ask Our Readers: How Did the Eclipses Affect You?

We normally do a poll on Wednesdays, and we’re truly grateful to everyone who has taken the time to respond. However, we’d like to throw something a little different into the mix, primarily to allow you a wider range of expression.

Starting this week, we’re going to pose an open-ended question, and we’d like you to leave an answer in your own words. You can be as brief or as windy as you like – this is your opportunity to sound off.

If you’re not registered to leave comments, you’ll have to do so, but it’s quick and easy. Please just rest assured that we will not give your email address to anyone, for any reason.

So … let’s get started. Here’s this week’s question:

Now that the August eclipses are over, how do you view the changes they brought into your life? Were they disruptive or beneficial?

Please tell us your Rising sign, or even better still (if you know) what houses in your natal chart the eclipses occurred.

Aquarius, the sign of astrologyPosted by Pat.

Real Astrologers Weekly Poll: Mars-Uranus Opposition

The opposition between Mars and Uranus is exact today at 22° Virgo-Pisces. When this volatile pair clashes, the results can be explosive, literally or figuratively. Depending on the house they are transiting in your natal chart, you may get an unexpected shock or surprise. This will be all the more true if one or both planets are near a key natal planet or your chart angles.

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As always, your answers help us collect empirical evidence that helps us become better astrologers, so please vote. If none of these answers is close, feel free to leave a comment with your experience. Also note, the influence of this aspect may last through the weekend, so it may take another couple of days to shake out. You can wait to vote, or vote now and change it later, if necessary. (For more information on the Mars-Uranus opposition, see Pat’s weekly forecast.)

Results of Last Week’s Poll

We asked how you felt about last week’s solar eclipse and here’s the response:

17.2%  They scare the hell out of me.
48.3%  I welcome the changes they bring, even though I know it might be uncomfortable.
00.0%  It’s bad luck, so I stay inside with the shades drawn.
10.3%  Haven’t thought about it.
24.1%  Love watching them unfold even if I have no clue about what they mean.

Many of our readers are stalwart souls and willing to welcome the changes an eclipse brings into their lives even if those are painful. If the eclipse was conjunct or opposing an important personal planet, the mid-heaven, Ascendant or Descendant, this celestial event was a memorable one! And least you forget, the effect an eclipse has is far less confined to a timetable than the usual planetary transit is.

A few of you found them frightening, and I’m sure our ancestors would be in complete agreement – watching the Sun disappear and darkness fall in mid-day. I still vividly recall the one total solar eclipse I experienced, watching the Moon slowly move across the Sun, darkness falling, and all the birds and animals acting like it were true nightfall. It was a very eerie moment.

The next largest group was those who were happy to sit back and watch the show unfold. But I bet they will be noting where the next eclipse is going to fall in their charts. And I bet those who selected “haven’t thought about it” will be joining them, since our readership is comprised by and large of those with a strong interest in astrology.

Libra, Venus ruledposted by Neith . . .

Real Astrologers Weekly Poll: The August Eclipses

 With two eclipses coming up in August, we’d like to know in this week’s poll how you feel about this celestial phenomenon, which has caused fear, dread, and a sense of wonder since ancient times.

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Results of Last Week’s Poll

 With the Sun and Venus in Leo, we decided to ask for your feedback on how you feel about Leos. This is how you voted:

46.4% Lots of fire in my chart so I love them.
21.4% They irritate the heck out me, too loud and overbearing.
0.0% I have nothing in common with them so don’t know any.
32.1% Could they pay attention to someone other than themselves?

Well, it looks like the number of people who voted love Leos, a good sign for all you Leo types out there! Before you let all the adulation go to your head, note the second largest number of votes went to option number four. But don’t worry, we still love you.

There are a certain number of people, most likely Scorpio and Taurus folk, who find your typical Leo a teensy bit overbearing and loud. Now why would they think that? Could it be because they live in the apartment beneath your lordly realm and didn’t appreciate the wonderful party you threw that lasted into the wee hours? Who would have thought . . .

I guess those people with no Leos in their lives (the poor deprived souls) didn’t even bother to vote. Either that or there weren’t any, the more logical choice.

And just so you know this is all in fun . . . I voted for option number one!!

Libra likes Leosposted by Neith . . .

Real Astrologers Weekly Poll: Leo’s, Love ’em or Not

It’s Leo season and there is a lot more fire in the sky now with Venus already in Leo and Mercury arriving on Saturday. We all know Leo loves being appreciated so I thought a poll about them would be fun!

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In honor of last week’s Full Moon we inquired about how closely you all followed the Moon.

19.4% Love to watch the Moon wax and wane but have no idea what sign it’s in.
03.2% Gardening by the Moon is my thing.
74.2% I check my ephemeris daily to track the lunar cycle.
03.2% The Full Moon makes people crazy, right?

As we’ve noticed before there are a lot of astrology buffs among our readers and these results confirm that once more. Almost two thirds of you are checking your ephemeris on a daily basis to track the Moon through the signs. This is a great tool for learning more about your chart and aspect patterns as the Moon passes over critical degrees. At least the Moon moves right along unlike certain outer planets we won’t name.

Almost all the rest who voted enjoy watching the Moon wax and wane in the sky. This is a great way to develop awareness of natural cycles and an appreciation for the stately rhythm of the planets and stars. There is nothing more beautiful than watching a Full Moon creep over the horizon in the evening sky in my opinion.

Gardening by the Moon really works so if you are an avid gardener already; do try planting by the Moon. A general rule of thumb is plant root crops during the dark of the Moon and leafy crops during the Full Moon.

The Full Moon drives me crazy ’cause it’s so hard to sleep with all that light! And lack of sleep can make a person a little loony.

synastry, Libra specialtyposted by Neith . . .

Real Astrologers Weekly Poll: Following the Moon

With the Full Moon coming up this Friday, we thought it would be fun to do a poll on how much attention you pay to the lunar cycles. Have fun!

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Results of Last Week’s Poll

In last week’s poll, we wanted to know how the Mars-Saturn conjunction was playing out for you. Here is what you told us:

48.1% My frustration level is off the charts.
21.2% Helping me stay focused and on task.
7.7% Helping me blow through a major obstacle.
13.5% Giving me a little energy boost.
9.6% No visible effect at all.

By far, the Mars-Saturn conjunction resulted in frustration and obstacles. This is what we expected, but it’s also interesting to see how many of you didn’t follow the predictable pattern. Personally, I had some major frustration as well, but I have to say that I also made a lot of progress in an extremely sticky situation. Mars did his job!

With Mars and Saturn both in Virgo, staying focused and on-task was another predictable result, so it’s no surprise that it got the second-highest number of votes. Given the heavy energy of this aspect, it’s also no surprise that only a small number of you didn’t feel it at all. I’m guessing that those of you who voted for the last option probably didn’t experience the Mars-Saturn conjunction in a significant area of your chart. Or, you might have had a compensating transit to a natal planet.

This was our most successful poll yet. Thanks to all of you who voted. Please vote again this week! (For more on the Full Moon in Capricorn, see the previous post by Neith.

Aquarius, the sign of astrologyPat

Real Astrologers Weekly Poll: Mars-Saturn Conjunction

We’re wondering how everyone is handling the Mars-Saturn conjunction taking place in Virgo on July 10. Mars conjoins Saturn every two years and usually is an attention getter, especially if you have lots of Aries or Scorpio in your chart or Mars on the angles. You can find out more about it in this week’s forecast … but vote first!

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Results of Last Week’s Poll

Last week, we wanted to know how you planned to use the energy of the New Moon in Cancer. The votes are all in, and here’s how you responded: 

14.3% Spending time with my family
0.0% Call my mother
14.3% Start a new health regime
0.0% Taking a luxurious bath
71.4% Take a “time out” and lie around the house doing nothing

Well, I can see that I’m definitely in the minority, but since when is that news? I was one of the few who said I was starting a new diet. It’s not exactly a diet; I’m just adding some healthy things into my daily regime to balance out all the bad habits I’ve developed on my new job, such as drinking Pepsi to keep myself going at high speed. I know, I know . . .

I did take a long, luxurious bath last Wednesday, and Jessica said she IM’d her mother! So those activities weren’t entirely lacking.

Clearly, though, most of you were ready for some serious downtime, and the New Moon in Cancer is certainly one of the best times for that. Now we know, confirmed by all of you.

Please don’t forget to vote this week. The more responses we get, the more accurate data we get. It helps us be better astrologers, too!

And remember, whenever you need personal guidance to get through planetary transits such as this troublesome Mars-Saturn conjunction, e-mail either of us, and we’ll help you decide which of our reports and forecasts is the best option for you.

Aquarius, the sign of astrologyPat

Real Astrologers Weekly Poll: What are you doing this New Moon?

Happy New Moon in Cancer! The Cancer New Moon is about mother, family, nurturing, home, and nesting. In this week’s poll, we’d like to know how you plan on using this special energy. (For more information on the New Moon, see Neith’s post.)

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Results of the Previous Poll

Results of last week’s poll

30.0% Synastry and compatibility
0.0% Celebrity charts
40.0% Understanding the natal chart
73.3% Transits and life cycles
30.0% Current events from an astrological perspective
6.7% Questions & Answers posts

Judging from the results, most of you who voted want more information on transits and life cycles, with learning how to understand your natal chart in second place. I was surprised to see that synastry and compatibility came in fourth, because most the searches that readers use to find us are in that area.

Writing about celebrities is a mixed bag. On one hand, their lives are so visible that it is easy to use their charts for learning how astrology works. On the other hand, sometimes only their fans are interested in reading about them. The post I wrote on David Cook garnered quite a bit of interest and Ellen DeGeneres very little. Then, that could be a reflection of our readership as well.

Of course, we will always throw in the occasional post on current events that catch our fancy or if someone requests it. And we’ll continue our Q&A posts as a regular feature, because we both feel it is a great format to help others and demonstrate the value of good astrology.
 
Curious Libraposted by Neith . . .

Of course, today is the day to write your New Moon abundance checks! Here’s how.

Real Astrologers Weekly Poll: What are you interested in?

I got to wondering what type of posts you, our readers, would be most interested in reading more of so this week’s poll addresses that.

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Results of the Previous Poll

You overwhelmingly choose using the natal chart to better understand yourself. In fact, making plans according to the planets came in a very distant second and the other two options barely even got selected at all.

Most of us start learning about astrology from the study of our own chart and the charts of friends and family. Once we learn enough to see astrology really does work, the fascination grows. Astrology has been described as both an art and a science and this is true in my experience.
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Libra loves beautyposted by Neith . . .