There’s a rhythm to creative work that mirrors the sky. Some seasons ask us to gather ideas quietly, like a waxing moon building toward fullness. Others ask us to release what’s no longer serving the story – or the self.
Lately I’ve been noticing how much my astrology practice, my meditation work, and my writing all lean on the same skill: paying attention without forcing an outcome. When I sit with a client’s chart, I’m not predicting a fixed fate – I’m reading potential, timing, and tendency. When I guide a meditation or tap through an EFT sequence, I’m helping someone meet what’s already there instead of pushing it away. And when I sit down to write, the best pages come the same way – by listening rather than gripping too tightly to the plan.
If you’re feeling stuck in any part of your life right now, it might not be a sign to push harder. It might be an invitation to pause, breathe, and ask what’s actually ready to move.
Follow the links below to find different articles I’ve written about how these threads – astrology, nervous system work, and creativity – connect.
- Making Astrology PracticalHere’s a confession. For years I consumed astrology content the exact same way most people do, despite being fascinated by it. Mercury retrograde is happening, everything’s going to be delayed and difficult, I’d nod, and then go about my day exactly as I would have anyway. Knowing didn’t change anything. I think that’s true for… Read more: Making Astrology Practical
- Writing Characters With Cancer EnergyCancer is the sign of home, emotions, and intuition. Cancer energy invites us to tune into our feelings, embrace our sensitivity, and create safe, nurturing spaces for ourselves and others. It’s all about family, roots, and emotional security. I invite you to harness this caring, protective Cancerian energy to nurture your creativity, develop characters who… Read more: Writing Characters With Cancer Energy
- Synastry, Event Charts, & Big Life HappeningsWe are thoroughly in Virgo season and school-season, and as we slot ourselves back into routine it is simultaneously being disrupted. My Virgo Saturn does not approve… If you’re not in the thick of the schooling years yourself, you likely either remember it from your own experiences of school or from your children. The feelings… Read more: Synastry, Event Charts, & Big Life Happenings
- Writing Characters With Gemini EnergyGemini is the sign of communication, adaptability, and intellectual exploration. Gemini energy invites us to think quickly, embrace versatility, and stay open to new possibilities. It’s all about connection, curiosity, and learning from every experience. Today, we’re going to channel this lively, airy Gemini energy into our writing, develop characters that are dynamic and multi-faceted,… Read more: Writing Characters With Gemini Energy
- Writing Characters With Taurus EnergyTauru is the sign of comfort, sensuality, and determination. Taurus energy invites us to slow down, enjoy life’s pleasures, and build something lasting and secure. It’s all about cultivating abundance, nurturing what we value, and staying grounded in our efforts. Today, we’re going to tap into this steady, earthy Taurus energy to enhance our creativity,… Read more: Writing Characters With Taurus Energy
- Writing Characters With Aries EnergyAries is the sign of action, courage, and new beginnings. Aries energy inspires us to take the initiative, embrace our inner warrior, and dive headfirst into whatever excites us. It’s all about confidence, assertiveness, and fearlessly pursuing what we want. Today, we’re going to harness this fiery Aries energy to ignite our creativity, develop dynamic… Read more: Writing Characters With Aries Energy
- Using Astrology To Write Fictional CharactersI invite you into my imagination, in the hopes that it will speak to yours. Here we are, on the beach. We’ve all gathered to brainstorm, creativity flowing like stardust – notebooks are open, pens are poised, and there’s an air of possibilities. Fairy lights twinkle around us, and there’s a gentle breeze rustling through… Read more: Using Astrology To Write Fictional Characters
- Emotional Needs of Aries Moon People & How We Can Use It To Shape Characters in WritingIf you love astrology AND writing – ding ding! 🛎️ Some of you may already know that I’m currently writing a book about parenting with moon signs, imaginatively titled Parenting With The Moon 😬. I thought this Aries full moon would be a good time to start a new series about moon signs and writing… Read more: Emotional Needs of Aries Moon People & How We Can Use It To Shape Characters in Writing
- I Failed, But I’m Calling It A Win…This is a very short note to you all, because life is lifing right now, and I’m not sure which way’s up. I’m feeling particularly perimenopausal: 🥱 super fatigued 🚽 always needing to pee 🦵 achy hips (omg…) 😳 lying awake at night 🥺 tearful for no particular reason 😶🌫️ brain fog – with too… Read more: I Failed, But I’m Calling It A Win…
- Astrology Is My True Love, But Human Design Is My Side ChickI know the analogy is a little sketchy but just go with it 😬 I’ve loved astrology for years. I flirted with it as a teenager, got to know better through my 20s, and then settled down with it seriously in my 30s. Here, in my 40s, we have a good solid relationship. We’ve seen… Read more: Astrology Is My True Love, But Human Design Is My Side Chick
- New Moon In LibraHow a Libra New Moon can inspire your writing We’re a few days past the new moon, although we’re still within the eclipse energy, but as far as writing goes, this is consistently relevant information! Any new moon is a wonderful time for setting fresh intentions, beginning new creative projects, and embracing new perspectives. This… Read more: New Moon In Libra
- Outing myself as AI positiveRead me with your kindest eyes! I’m slightly nervous about posting this, because I know there are a lot of strong feelings around this topic and I’m afraid of receiving the hate and trolling that I know some others have experienced when talking about AI. But I may as well be honest upfront and risk… Read more: Outing myself as AI positive
- 6 Things My Earthquake Baby Taught Me About Pluto In CapricornTales Around The Campfire 27th February 2008. It’s the middle of a dark English winter night, not quite 1am. The moonlight is creeping through the edges of the curtains, and I’m nursing my first baby, trying desperately to stay awake. I didn’t co-sleep with this one, because I was terrified that my husband might squish her… Read more: 6 Things My Earthquake Baby Taught Me About Pluto In Capricorn
- The Very Hungry Butterfly – Wing Stretching & Self-DigestionDid you ever read the story of The Very Hungry Caterpillar? It was a favourite in our house when I read to my children, and it was one of my favourites when I was little, too. If you did, too, then you already know this story goes, so just skip over the next bit. If… Read more: The Very Hungry Butterfly – Wing Stretching & Self-Digestion
- Identity, or, Who Even Am I?Hi, it’s me, and me, and… will the real me please step forward? It’s birthday month and Pluto is back in Capricorn which can only mean one thing… actually it means lots of things, but the pertinent one for now is this: Some of you have known me for ages through my original newsletter, and… Read more: Identity, or, Who Even Am I?
