This week Mars and Venus each will respectively enter Aquarius and form an embrace with Pluto, who is waiting at the gates of the Aquarian landscape. At its most basic, we can deduce this to be a time of great transformation—but in what way? And how can we open ourselves up to Divine rebirth? This week on Moonday Musings I want to exemplify another way to interpret the messages of the cosmic weather report beyond reading about them in an app or on a website. In astrology it’s important to divers...
Feb 12, 2024•38 min
The innovative star child Aquarius brings us a beautiful new moon, and with it today’s episode of Shadow Chats with Ashley Michelle and That Witch Next Door. Every facet of Aquarius energy is channeled today, from the humanitarian to the alien to the revolutionary. Join us for a conversation saturated in truth, progress, and the universal greater good as we share with you our own intuitive insight on this new moon’s astrology, and how you can work with this energy in your magickal practice (and ...
Feb 09, 2024•34 min•Season 5Ep. 14
I had a strong feeling it was the right day for a nice, full tarot reading for Moonday, and then our messages for this week quite literally leapt out for us haha. As Mercury, Mars, and Venus each respectively end their cycles in Capricorn and begin new chapters in Aquarius, one-by-one they will engage in a full embrace with Pluto, who will be staying in the early degrees of Aquarius for the next several years. With our current line of celestial players up to bat—and an upcoming new moon—the clea...
Feb 05, 2024•45 min
February 1st-2nd marks the Celtic pagan celebration, Imbolc (aka Candlemas, Brigid’s Day, Oimelc), the first pagan sabbat of the calendar year. Today I’m going to share with you the roots of this celebration, the significance of the season, and offer you a variety of ways you can honor Imbolc in your witchcraft practice this week. Learn more about Imbolc: Boston Public Library Wiccan Calendar History Channel Mabon House Did you learn something from today’s episode? I would be so grateful if you ...
Jan 29, 2024•30 min
If you’ve scrolled through WitchTok or any side of the witchy social media space, chances are you’ve heard someone say, “You need to do your shadow work!” But not a lot of people are talking about what that actually means . Recently I was asked by several of our neighbors what tips I have for anyone who’s never done shadow work before. This is something we’ve chatted about in a previous episode of That Witch Podcast , but I thought it was a perfect time for a refresher. So this is my most up-to-...
Jan 26, 2024•32 min•Season 5Ep. 13
What a weekend! Astrologically speaking. Saturday was full of shifts—the moon moved into Gemini, the Sun moved into Aquarius, and so did Pluto. It’s not quite all about Aquarius though, and this week we’ll see Venus join Mercury and Mars in Capricorn where we may find some real flow of efficiency, and opportunity to cross some big tasks off our list. All of this combined with our upcoming Leo Full Moon this week means energy is running on HIGH, and that increased sense of efficiency can domino r...
Jan 22, 2024•33 min
The much-anticipated death witch episode…! This is one branch of magick particularly difficult to encapsulate into one episode (so maybe there will be more?!) but I really tried to offer my best explanations and advice for anyone feeling intrigued by and called to this sacred path. Death witchcraft and death magick are not evil practices, their work is centered around honoring one of our most divine universal laws, and healing our deeply wounded relationship with it. In this episode I mention: M...
Jan 19, 2024•1 hr•Season 5Ep. 12
We’re getting up to a couple of things in this episode. For one thing, we need to chat about this Pluto in Aquarius business because you are sure to see it talked about everywhere. Aquarius season is arriving, and this year it is joined by a massive Plutonian—therefore generational—shift. And finally, I'm giving you homework. Yep. Because late Monday evening the Moon will move into Aries, beginning a new cycle in the zodiac this week. And this aligns so damn ✨divinely✨ with exactly what I’m teac...
Jan 15, 2024•40 min
Recently I was sent an excellent question from one of our neighbors who asked about why some astrologers will advise against sharing your birth chart on social media. So I wanted to take some time today to talk about why this is, the pros and cons, and my tips for safely sharing your chart with others. → This is your last chance to join us for Level 01 of the I Can Read My Astrology Inside & Out program! Join us for Level 01 by registering for just $99 today ! Or enroll as a Full-Time Studen...
Jan 12, 2024•17 min
On this week’s episode of Moonday Musings, I wanted to give you a little breakdown about the 1/11 Portal you’re probably hearing about, and what it means on a spiritual level. Plus, Juno retrograde, Mercury in Capricorn, and a Void of Course moon that lasts allllll day. If you’re wanting to learn more specifically about the upcoming Capricorn New Moon, make sure you listen to last week’s Shadow Chats episode with Ashley Michelle . → You only have a few days left to register for the I Can Read My...
Jan 08, 2024•46 min
2024 is here and the Capricorn New Moon is on its way to help you feel like you finally have your shit together. On this month's Shadow Chats episode, Ashley Michelle and I are breaking down the astrology forecast for this new moon, giving our tips for your magickal rituals, and helping you get the most out of the first new moon of the year. If you love hanging out with us for the Shadow Chats episode on That Witch Podcast every new moon, you are going to LOVE our new Astrology After Dark segmen...
Jan 05, 2024•27 min•Season 5Ep. 11
I started this week feeling instantly stressed and was totally scattered from the weight of New Years expectations. Then I was able to directly face it, work through it, receive clarity, and move forward with easy focus and peace—something I’ve been working for years to be able to do. Today I’m going to share with you the quickest and easiest thing you can do BEFORE you take your deep breath and try and give yourself a system reboot. Something that will take you 5 minutes or less, and greatly in...
Jan 03, 2024•44 min
When I first embraced myself as a witch, I really struggled with the whole idea of Christmas. Was I doing something wrong by celebrating it? Was I being a hypocrite by singing Christmas carols about Jesus? Did this mean I wasn’t really a witch after all? If you’re feeling any of this confusion yourself, today’s Moonday Musings is especially for you, neighbor. All you need is 15 minutes of your time today for this episode, and I really hope I’m able to help you release some tension around this da...
Dec 25, 2023•19 min
Today I am honored to host the most lovely guest in our Neighborhood. Author of ten books, ordained priestess, healer, Xicana witch, and mentor, Jamie Della joins me today to discuss her newest book, A Box of Magick . Fifteen years after the passing of Jamie’s Elder Priestess and mentor, Connie DeMasters, a literal box of magick landed on her doorstep. “23 pounds of Connie’s rituals, hymns, spells, astrology, and more.” And on today’s episode of That Witch Podcast, Jamie shares with us the evolu...
Dec 22, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Season 5Ep. 10
Today I want to talk to you about grief, gratitude, Yule, and the Winter Crone. In many ways this episode is an open letter from my heart to yours, neighbor. Think of me walking up and standing before you, standing with you. In the cold, in the dark, and by the fire, and in the light. ★ || T H E N E I G H B O R H O O D || That Witch School: thatwitchnextdoor.com/enroll YouTube: That Witch Next Door Instagram: @thatwitch.nextdoor TikTok: @thatwitch.nextdoor Pinterest: @thatwitchdani Twitter: @dan...
Dec 20, 2023•29 min
Better make it count! This week's Sagittarius New Moon is the last one of 2023, and it is followed by a Mercury Retrograde cycle that will take us allll the way to 2024. With the energy this time of year, the expectations vs the reality, the pressure to perform and do it all with a big smile on your face- it turns most of us either into hyper overdrive or into a total freeze state. → Listen to today’s episode for a walk-thru on how to “check your chart” if you’re just starting out! Then head ove...
Dec 11, 2023•40 min
Our Sagittarius Queen, Ashley Michelle, is here to chat all about our upcoming Sagittarius New Moon—the final new moon of the year! Not only is this the last new moon of 2023, it is almost immediately followed by the start of Mercury retrograde in Capricorn. But don’t go running scared just yet, neighbor, Ash and I are going to walk you through the astrological forecast for the new moon, tell you all about what Sagittarius is here to do, and how you can use Mercury retrograde to loosen up and ro...
Dec 08, 2023•45 min•Season 5Ep. 9
“I said, NO.” Wheewwww our spirit guides are with us and the message this week is CLEAR 😂💫 This week on our Moonday Forecast we’re chatting with Venus, who’s officially made their way into sultry Scorpio, and Neptune, who’s stationing direct this week in Pisces and letting us slowly wake up from our dreamy nappy nap 😴☁️🌜 Where is this happening in your life specifically tho? Listen to today’s episode for a walk-thru on how to “check your chart” if you’re just starting out! Then follow @thatw...
Dec 04, 2023•34 min
Divinely timed with today’s Moonday Musings episode is our beautiful full moon in Gemini. Let’s use the enhanced mental clarity of this time to mindfully step into the upcoming Mercury retrograde cycle, and transition with intention into the new year. In this episode I mention the incredible, social brand coach, Kary @socialwithkary ★ || T H A T W I T C H S C H O O L || I cannot stress this enough: there has never been a better time as there will be in 2024 to become a Full-Time Student in That ...
Nov 27, 2023•36 min
I’m talking to YOU, budding astrologer: the one who’s really dedicated to learning how to read charts and maybe even use readings in your business or career. Today I'm giving you all my tips and resources for aspiring or new astrologers who have already jumped down the rabbit hole. In this episode I mention: That Witch School The Neighborhood Library master link list Magic of I. Planner Honeycomb Almanac You Were Born For This by Chani Nicholas Astrology for Yourself by Demetra George & Doug...
Nov 24, 2023•35 min•Season 5Ep. 8
As we begin to enter into more and more Sagittarius energy, I think we’ll slowly but surely start feeling that made-it-to-the-other-side sense of relief… and I still think it would be helpful to hold a liiittle extra space for patience with ourselves this week too. Today on Moonday Musings we’re going to talk about how we can respond to ourselves when we say or do things we don’t really intend to do when we’re under a lot of stress or pressure. Because we can always use the reminder to take it e...
Nov 20, 2023•29 min
In the vast and complex world of astrology, it is so easy to get overwhelmed by all the different tools, methods, and various ways to incorporate it in your real life. And, what if you really love astrology, but you’re not necessarily looking to become a full blown astrologer? What if you’re not really called to tracking all the different haps with the planets and transits, but you also don’t want to completely abandon the zodiac altogether? That is exactly what this episode of That Witch Podcas...
Nov 17, 2023•35 min•Season 5Ep. 7
Are you making room for your truth? Scorpio season is coming to an end, and with it BIG revelations are being illuminated. Let’s learn how to take full advantage of the Scorpio Mars Cazimi, and what wisdom we can take from some possible tension in our long-term relationships this week on today’s Moonday Musings episode. → Learn more about how to read birth charts, connect with other witches and astrologers, and access resources and support that actually help you in your real life. Enroll as a Fu...
Nov 13, 2023•27 min
On today’s Scorpio New Moon Shadow Chats, Ashley Michelle of StarSeedShadows and I will be leaning heavy into the dark occult realms of Scorpio’s energy and talking about our beliefs, our experiences, and our insight when it comes to spirits, poltergeists, demons, possession, and how we respond to common fears and misconceptions. Get ready to take your power back! I am SO damn honored to be a part of an all new series on The Goddess Complex with our favorite Shadow Chats babe, Ashley Michelle. W...
Nov 10, 2023•45 min•Season 5Ep. 7
This week Venus waves goodbye to Virgo and steps home into Libra, while Mercury makes its own departure from Scorpio and says hello to the Sagittarius way of life. New beginnings like these make it easy to keep our sights so forward, forward, forward….but not wanting to get stuck in or face the past can also bar us from learning from our experiences. Today on Moonday Musings we’ll talk about these planetary messages of reflection, and expand even further in this week’s tarot card reading. || T H...
Nov 06, 2023•27 min
I think one of the most frequently-discussed conversations we have inside That Witch School is the ebb and flow of life and how it impacts our witchcraft practice. When we’re getting hit hard by the external stressors and we find ourselves not having or not making the same kind of time we usually do for working with our tarot cards, studying astrology, tending to our altar, meditating—you name it. There’s a natural guilt that arises, and I personally remember in the first years of my spiritual p...
Nov 03, 2023•29 min•Season 5Ep. 6
Sooo many layers in the astrology this week indicate heightened sensitivities across different areas of our lives—activity in the spirit realm, activity in the dream realm, our emotions and sense of home, the nature of our relationships, our role in the conscious collective amidst trauma, tragedy, and horror—and believe me, it is easy to feel overwhelmed af right now. With Halloween and Samhain upon us, a boatload of Scorpio energy, Saturn ending its retrograde cycle in Pisces, and asteroid Vest...
Oct 30, 2023•31 min
I’ve mentioned mirror magick more than once throughout my content, but I’ve yet to circle back and offer an extensive look at this ancient and mysterious tool Mirrors carry with them a steep reputation, and have a long history of superstition and myth surrounding their reflective surfaces and qualities. As the veil grows thinner this time of year, many witches feel the pull to magickal divination and spirit work, and it’s more than likely mirrors will come up as a suggestion in some of the ritua...
Oct 27, 2023•51 min•Season 5Ep. 5
The Scorpion emerges from the dark underground this week, guiding us into a partial lunar eclipse in Taurus, and soon into All Hallow’s Eve and Samhain. The nearer we get to the witch’s new year, the thinner the veil gets, and as our sensitivity intensifies we may be opening ourselves up to pain. This is always a tough one to swallow (it’s no different for me either), but I hope the messages that come through in today’s Moonday Musings offer you a sacred truth about the nature of pain in our Ear...
Oct 23, 2023•25 min
Regardless of how strongly many people may argue otherwise, there is more than one path to God. Most witches and energy practitioners will tell you they're of this same belief, and I believe at the core of it most of them really can stand by this. Maybe you're like me and witchcraft and astrology "saved" you in more ways than one. But after so many debates and arguments with anti-astrology, witch-fearing people, it's almost impossible to keep an open mind and an open heart to anyone outside the ...
Oct 20, 2023•49 min•Season 5Ep. 4
