Astrology for Beginners

Cancer Season 2026: What to Expect and How to Work with It 18.06.2026 44λ

Cancer season begins with the Summer Solstice and brings our attention back to home, family, emotional foundations, and the things that truly nourish us. In this episode, we'll walk through the major astrological events of the month ahead, including planets moving into new signs, Mercury retrograde in Cancer, the Capricorn Full Moon, the Mars-Uranus conjunction, Jupiter's long-awaited move into Leo, and more. Join me as we explore the themes, opportunities, and turning points shaping this cardinal water season.Want to prepare for the New Moon in Cancer? Register here at Tending the Sacred.Subscribe on Substack: stefaniekateboucher.substack.comInterested in a reading? Schedule one here: https://stan.store/stefaniekateboucherMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/serenity. License code: TKAOZTDSJ5OX7OYP Get full access to Astrology for Beginners at stefaniekateboucher.substack.com/subscribe

Venus-Jupiter & Mercury Retrograde: How Retrogrades Develop a Story 09.06.2026 24λ

Venus and Jupiter meet in Cancer this week, opening a new chapter around expansion, connection, and possibility. But the story doesn't end there. Mercury will station retrograde later this month at the same degree, providing us with ample opportunity to revisit, reflect, and deepen our understanding of what is now forming. In this episode, we'll explore the Venus-Jupiter conjunction, the upcoming Mercury retrograde, and why retrograde cycles often unfold in three distinct parts.Then, prepare for the upcoming New Moon in Gemini! Join my live community event on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 7 PM ET. Register here at Tending the Sacred. Follow or subscribe on Substack: stefaniekateboucher.substack.comInterested in a reading? Schedule one here: https://stan.store/stefaniekateboucherMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/serenity. License code: TKAOZTDSJ5OX7OYP Get full access to Astrology for Beginners at stefaniekateboucher.substack.com/subscribe

The 3 Types of Houses: Understanding the Structure of a Chart 03.06.2026 30λ

In this episode, we explore the three types of houses in a chart: angular, succedent, and cadent. We'll discuss each type and how they describe different phases of action, growth, and learning. You'll also learn why understanding this simple framework can add an entirely new layer of meaning to the way you interpret planets in your chart.Follow Stefanie and subscribe on Substack: stefaniekateboucher.substack.comInterested in a reading? Explore that here: https://stan.store/stefaniekateboucherMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/serenity. License code: TKAOZTDSJ5OX7OYP Get full access to Astrology for Beginners at stefaniekateboucher.substack.com/subscribe

Unaspected Moons, Out-of-Bounds Planets & Other Astrology Questions 27.05.2026 35λ

In this listener Q&A episode, we’re diving into some of the less common, and often misunderstood, chart features and astrology concepts: unaspected Moons, out-of-bounds planets, planetary returns in transit charts, and what it means when your Sun, Moon, and rising sign are all in the same sign. Listen to learn more!Follow Stefanie and the podcast on Substack: stefaniekateboucher.substack.comInterested in a reading? Schedule one here: https://stan.store/stefaniekateboucherMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/serenity. License code: TKAOZTDSJ5OX7OYP Get full access to Astrology for Beginners at stefaniekateboucher.substack.com/subscribe

Gemini Season 2026: What to Expect and How to Work with It 20.05.2026 41λ

In this episode, we explore the astrology of Gemini Season, 2026. Spoiler alert: it’s going to be a fast-moving, mentally stimulating month filled with shifting storylines, emotional intensity, and some turning points. We’ll discuss the biggest themes and transits of the season ahead, including Uranus in Gemini, Mars square Pluto, Venus’s emotional storyline, and Chiron’s first move into Taurus. Together, we’ll look at what this electric and transitional season may be asking all of us to learn, release, and adapt to.Follow Stefanie and the podcast on Substack: stefaniekateboucher.substack.comInterested in the moon circle or booking a reading with me? Find me here: https://stan.store/stefaniekateboucherEmail Stefanie at stefaniekateboucher@gmail.com.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/serenity. License code: TKAOZTDSJ5OX7OYP Get full access to Astrology for Beginners at stefaniekateboucher.substack.com/subscribe

Interpreting Empty Houses in Your Natal Chart 13.05.2026 22λ

Have you ever wondered what it means when an area of a natal chart is empty? For example, does an empty 7th house mean you won't have many significant relationships? Does an empty 10th house mean you won't be a career person? Nope. Not at all. In this episode, we'll explore why no area of a chart is ever truly empty and how to interpret these quieter areas.Follow Stefanie and the podcast on Substack: stefaniekateboucher.substack.comInterested in a reading with me? Schedule one here: https://stan.store/stefaniekateboucherMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/serenity. License code: TKAOZTDSJ5OX7OYP Get full access to Astrology for Beginners at stefaniekateboucher.substack.com/subscribe

What is a void of course moon? 05.05.2026 20λ

Void of course (VoC) moons are often thought of as “bad timing.” But are they really? In this episode, we'll break down what a void of course moon actually means in both transits and the birth chart, and how to work with this quieter, more drifting energy instead of against it.Follow Stefanie and the podcast on Substack: http://stefaniekateboucher.substack.comInterested in a reading with me? Find me here: https://stan.store/stefaniekateboucherWant to sign up for the next New Moon Circle: https://stan.store/stefaniekateboucherEmail Stefanie at stefaniekateboucher@gmail.com.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/serenity. License code: TKAOZTDSJ5OX7OYP Get full access to Astrology for Beginners at stefaniekateboucher.substack.com/subscribe

What Is a Transit Chart? A Simple Beginner Explanation 28.04.2026 20λ

You can look up your current transits for free at astro-seek.com. In this episode, we break down what transits actually are, what people mean when they say to look at your transits, and how the current sky interacts with your birth chart. If you’ve ever felt confused about what transits are, this will give you a simple starting point.Follow Stefanie and the podcast on Substack: stefaniekateboucher.substack.comInterested in a reading with me? Find me here: https://stan.store/stefaniekateboucherEmail Stefanie at stefaniekateboucher@gmail.com.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/serenity. License code: TKAOZTDSJ5OX7OYP Get full access to Astrology for Beginners at stefaniekateboucher.substack.com/subscribe

Taurus Season 2026: What to Expect & How to Work with It 19.04.2026 27λ

In this episode, we'll explore the astrology of Taurus season 2026. This period asks us to get more honest with ourselves and commit to something in the midst of real, lasting change. With a powerful Venus–Uranus conjunction marking a turning point in values, relationships, and self-worth, followed by Uranus entering Gemini, this season brings both sudden, new clarity and momentum in unexpected ways. Listen to understand how to work with these shifts in a more intentional way as you move through the next few weeks.Follow Stefanie and the podcast on Substack: http://stefaniekateboucher.substack.comInterested in a reading with me? Find me here: https://stan.store/stefaniekateboucherEmail Stefanie at stefaniekateboucher@gmail.com.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/serenity. License code: TKAOZTDSJ5OX7OYP Get full access to Astrology for Beginners at stefaniekateboucher.substack.com/subscribe

Understanding and Working with the Lunar Cycle 14.04.2026 41λ

In this episode, we'll explore the lunar cycle and how its phases shape your energy, emotions, and momentum throughout the month. You’ll learn how to track the moon in a simple, real-life way, and why doing so can help you move forward with less resistance. Whether you’re new to astrology or deepening your practice, this is a great way to work with the natural rhythms that are available to you.Follow Stefanie and the podcast on Substack: stefaniekateboucher.substack.comRegister for the next New Moon Circle: https://www.tendingthesacred.org/events/new-moon-aprilInterested in a reading with me? Find me here: https://stan.store/stefaniekateboucherEmail Stefanie at stefaniekateboucher@gmail.com.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/serenity. License code: TKAOZTDSJ5OX7OYP Get full access to Astrology for Beginners at stefaniekateboucher.substack.com/subscribe

Kites, Rectangles, Yods & Cradles: Aspect Patterns, Part 2 02.04.2026 24λ

In this episode, we return to aspect patterns for a "Part 2” and pick up where we left off, exploring some of the more complex configurations. We’ll cover the kite, mystic rectangle, yod, and cradle and talk about what they look like, how they function, and what they might mean in real life, so you can start to recognize these patterns and understand how energy flows between different parts of your chart.Be sure to grab the handout for this episode so you can see what each of the aspect patterns discussed looks like in a real chart (https://stefaniekateboucher.substack.com). Follow Stefanie and the podcast on Substack: http://stefaniekateboucher.substack.comRegister for my next monthly New Moon gathering: https://www.tendingthesacred.org/events/new-moon-aprilInterested in a reading with me? Find me here: https://stan.store/stefaniekateboucherEmail Stefanie at stefaniekateboucher@gmail.com.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/serenity. License code: TKAOZTDSJ5OX7OYP Get full access to Astrology for Beginners at stefaniekateboucher.substack.com/subscribe

Rising Sign Q&A: Late Degrees, Planets Conjunct the ASC, & Planetary Rulers 25.03.2026 31λ

In this episode, I'm answering a few listener questions to help you explore some of the more nuanced layers of your natal chart.We'll explore what it means to have a late-degree rising sign, how planets conjunct the ascendant shape your presence and the first impressions you make, and how to think about traditional vs. modern planetary rulers. Listen to deepen your understanding of how your identity actually shows up in your chart.Follow me and the podcast on Substack: http://stefaniekateboucher.substack.comInterested in a reading with me? Find me here: https://stan.store/stefaniekateboucherEmail me at stefaniekateboucher@gmail.com.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/serenity. License code: TKAOZTDSJ5OX7OYP Get full access to Astrology for Beginners at stefaniekateboucher.substack.com/subscribe

Aries Season 2026: What to Expect & How to Work With It 20.03.2026 27λ

In this episode, we'll explore the astrology of Aries season and the beginning of a new astrological year. Following an intense eclipse season and a deeply reflective Pisces season, the next month isn’t just about starting fresh. It’s also about moving forward with clarity and intention.We'll walk through the key transits shaping the weeks ahead that are here to bring both inspiration and momentum to what you’re beginning now. Listen to learn how to work with this energy in a grounded, realistic way and find out how to align your actions with what’s truly ready to take shape in your life.Follow Stefanie and the podcast on Substack: http://stefaniekateboucher.substack.comInterested in a reading with me? Find me here: https://stan.store/stefaniekateboucherEmail Stefanie at stefaniekateboucher@gmail.com.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/serenity. License code: TKAOZTDSJ5OX7OYP Get full access to Astrology for Beginners at stefaniekateboucher.substack.com/subscribe

Aspect Patterns in a Natal Chart 05.11.2024 35λ

This episode will unpack the impact of key aspect patterns in a natal chart. Explore how stelliums, T-Squares, Grand Crosses, Grand Trines, and Minor Grand Trines influence personality, energy flow, and personal growth dynamics. You’ll also discover how these configurations shape our unique strengths and challenges throughout a lifetime.Get the handout for this episode on Substack!Want a reading from me? Find me here: https://stan.store/stefaniekateboucherEmail Stefanie at stefaniekateboucher@gmail.com.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/serenity. License code: TKAOZTDSJ5OX7OYP Get full access to Astrology for Beginners at stefaniekateboucher.substack.com/subscribe

Subdividing the Signs: Decans and Dwads 23.10.2024 26λ

Did you know that each Zodiac Sign can be divided into sections that are energetically different from one another? If you’ve ever wondered why your childhood friend – who was born during the same month and year as you – has a personality that is vastly different from yours, decans (also called decanates) and dwads (also called twelfth-parts) could be part of the reason. Listen to find out how nuanced and multi-layered your sign placements really are!There are two cheatsheets for this episode.Want a reading from me? Find me here: https://stan.store/stefaniekateboucherEmail Stefanie at stefaniekateboucher@gmail.com.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/serenity. License code: TKAOZTDSJ5OX7OYP Get full access to Astrology for Beginners at stefaniekateboucher.substack.com/subscribe

Day Charts vs. Night Charts 02.10.2024 36λ

This episode explores what it means if you have a day chart vs. a night chart. You'll learn how the Sun's position in your natal chart defines your chart's “sect” and discover how the diurnal or nocturnal nature of planets influences your personality and perspective. Find out which planets thrive in day or night charts, as well as which ones could challenge you a bit more. You’ll also find out what it means if most of your planets belong to the opposite sect as your sun.Look at Jennifer Lopez’s natal chart on astro-seek.com.Look at Jon Bon Jovi’s natal chart on astro-seek.com.Follow Stefanie on Substack. Email Stefanie at stefaniekateboucher@gmail.com.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/serenity. License code: TKAOZTDSJ5OX7OYP Get full access to Astrology for Beginners at stefaniekateboucher.substack.com/subscribe

Hemispheres and Quadrants in a Natal Chart 25.09.2024 31λ

This episode explores the significance of hemispheres and quadrants in a natal chart. Learn what the Northern and Southern Hemispheres reveal about how we balance our private life and public roles, and what the Eastern and Western hemispheres reveal about autonomy versus relationships and how we interact with the world around us. We'll also talk about how the chart can be further broken down into four quadrants, and how the most populated quadrant(s) in your chart serve as indicators of our personality, motivations, and life path.Access the handout for this episode on Substack.Follow Stefanie on Substack: http://stefaniekateboucher@gmail.comEmail Stefanie at stefaniekateboucher@gmail.com.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/serenity. License code: TKAOZTDSJ5OX7OYP Get full access to Astrology for Beginners at stefaniekateboucher.substack.com/subscribe

All About Transit Charts – And How to Use One to Prepare for Eclipse Season 17.09.2024 36λ

Transit charts show us how the planets – as they are configured in the sky today – interact with our natal chart to create new experiences and possibilities in our day-to-day lives. If you understand the energies you currently have at your disposal, you can make the most of them and become an active co-creator with the Universe. Listen to find out how to pull a transit chart, how to use one, and how to interpret them. You’ll also get information about this week’s lunar eclipse in Pisces, including what it means for all of us, collectively, and how to use a transit chart to find out what it might mean for you.You can pull a transit chart for yourself using the calculator here: https://horoscopes.astro-seek.com/transit-chart-planetary-transits. The planets on the inner ring (in blue) are your natal planets, while the planets in the outer ring (in orange) are the transiting planets. What you’re looking at is the relationship between the two sets of configurations.Follow Stefanie on Substack: http://stefaniekateboucher.substack.comEmail Stefanie at stefaniekateboucher@gmail.com.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/serenity. License code: TKAOZTDSJ5OX7OYP Get full access to Astrology for Beginners at stefaniekateboucher.substack.com/subscribe

The Arabic Parts: Part of Spirit 10.09.2024 29λ

One of the two most commonly used Arabic Lots (or Parts), the Part of Spirit shows us where and how we are most likely to experience spiritual growth. It shows us where and how our soul can and does expand. And, it shows us what we should be doing regularly in order to become wiser, higher versions of ourselves. In addition to this discussion, you’ll also get a super practical, step-by-step exercise that can help you make sense of just about any placement in your natal chart.Wondering where your Part of Spirit is located? Use the calculator found here: https://horoscopes.astro-seek.com/part-of-fortune-lot-of-fortune-online-calculator. You’ll find the glyph for it there too!Follow Stefanie on Substack: http://stefaniekateboucher.substack.comEmail Stefanie at stefaniekateboucher@gmail.com.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/serenity. License code: TKAOZTDSJ5OX7OYP Get full access to Astrology for Beginners at stefaniekateboucher.substack.com/subscribe

The Arabic Parts: Part of Fortune 04.09.2024 37λ

One of the ancient Arabian Parts, the Part of Fortune – or Fortuna – shows us where and how we can find true fulfillment, joy, and satisfaction in life and also where we are likeliest to encounter a clear path to success. Listen to learn more about what Fortuna means in each house and sign, as well as how to interpret it’s placement in your chart.There is a handout for this episode! Find out what the glyph for the Part of Fortune looks like using the download available on the Substack page for this episode.Follow Stefanie on Substack: http://stefaniekateboucher.substack.comEmail Stefanie at stefaniekateboucher@gmail.com.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/serenity. License code: TKAOZTDSJ5OX7OYP Get full access to Astrology for Beginners at stefaniekateboucher.substack.com/subscribe