Welcome to the Expansive Astrology Podcast, where we look at using astrology beyond the tropes and horoscopes to tune into the natural forces around us and within us, honoring our true nature to craft our future. I'm your host, Melissa, theselfcarewitch, and I'm thrilled to be bringing Expansive Astrology to you in this way. Each week, I'll share a tarot reading for the collective before diving into the invitations of each astrological season. New episodes every Week.

Welcome to the Expansive Astrology Podcast, where we look at using astrology beyond the tropes and horoscopes to tune into the natural forces around us and within us, honoring our true nature to craft our future. I'm your host, Melissa, theselfcarewitch, and I'm thrilled to be bringing Expansive Astrology to you in this way. Each week, I'll share a tarot reading for the collective before diving into the invitations of each astrological season. New episodes every Week! _____________________________________________________________ Join the Meet Your Magic Monthly Membership! https://www.theselfcarewitch.com/meetyourmagic Learn more about me and my work by visiting my website- https://www.theselfcarewitch.com Subscribe to my mailing list- https://mailchi.mp/d35e439b879f/efflorescence Subscribe to my YouTube channel-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8LFEHxcKIHQWBda6PPpZ6A Follow me on social media- Melissa’s IG: @theselfcarewitch   Podcast IG: @expansiveastrology TikTok: @theselfcarewitch Pinterest: @theselfcarewitch Twitter: @selfcare_witch Join my Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/495809824427890

Welcome to the Expansive Astrology Podcast, where we look at using astrology beyond the tropes and horoscopes to tune into the natural forces around us and within us, honoring our true nature to craft our future. I'm your host, Melissa, theselfcarewitch, and I'm thrilled to be bringing Expansive Astrology to you in this way. Each week, I'll share a tarot reading for the collective before diving into the invitations of each astrological season. New episodes every Week! ___________________________________________________ Join the Meet Your Magic Monthly Membership! https://www.theselfcarewitch.com/meetyourmagic Learn more about me and my work by visiting my website- https://www.theselfcarewitch.com Subscribe to my mailing list- https://mailchi.mp/d35e439b879f/efflorescence Subscribe to my YouTube channel-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8LFEHxcKIHQWBda6PPpZ6A Follow me on social media- Melissa’s IG: @theselfcarewitch   Podcast IG: @expansiveastrology TikTok: @theselfcarewitch Pinterest: @theselfcarewitch Twitter: @selfcare_witch Join my Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/495809824427890

ep. 48 - Courageous Optimism | The Sagittarius Episode 2023 Welcome back! I am so excited to be returning to Expansive Astrology and Sagittarius was a beautiful energy to enter back in with. In this week's episode, I share a tarot reading for the collective that reminds us that we are full already, and to be wise with our time and energy. Next, I share a bit about where I've been and where I'm going. Then, I spend some time welcoming in Sagittarius Season, and exploring the energy through the lens of Expansive Astrology. Thank you so much for listening. Time stamps: 0:00 – hiiiiii 01:25 – collective tarot reading 12:14 - tangent: winter, postpartum, Thanksgiving, rushing seasons 20:30 - transitioning from scorpio to sagittarius 21:40 - where I've been 24:09 - where I'm going: podcast future, birth work, womb circle facilitation, theselfcarewitch is full time. 32:02 - welcoming sagittarius 41:11 - sag tldr next moon meetup:  11/26 drawing down the full moon in gemini register here:  https://www.theselfcarewitch.com/bookwithme/p/moon-meetups get your all-access pass here: https://www.theselfcarewitch.com/meetyourmagic _______________________________________________ Welcome to the Expansive Astrology Podcast, where we look at using astrology beyond the tropes and horoscopes to tune into the natural forces around us and within us, honoring our true nature to craft our future. I'm your host, Melissa, theselfcarewitch, and I'm thrilled to be bringing Expansive Astrology to you in this way. Each week, I'll share a tarot reading for the collective before diving into the invitations of each astrological season. New episodes every Week! ___________________________________________________ Join the Meet Your Magic Monthly Membership! https://www.theselfcarewitch.com/meetyourmagic Learn more about me and my work by visiting my website- https://www.theselfcarewitch.com Subscribe to my mailing list- https://mailchi.mp/d35e439b879f/efflorescence Subscribe to my YouTube channel-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8LFEHxcKIHQWBda6PPpZ6A Follow me on social media- Melissa’s IG: @theselfcarewitch   Podcast IG: @expansiveastrology TikTok: @theselfcarewitch Pinterest: @theselfcarewitch Twitter: @selfcare_witch Join my Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/495809824427890

Welcome to the Expansive Astrology Podcast, where we look at using astrology beyond the tropes and horoscopes to tune into the natural forces around us and within us, honoring our true nature to craft our future. I'm your host, Melissa, theselfcarewitch, and I'm thrilled to be bringing Expansive Astrology to you in this way. Each week, I'll share a tarot reading for the collective before diving into the invitations of each astrological season. _____________________________________________________________ Join the Meet Your Magic Monthly Membership! https://www.theselfcarewitch.com/meetyourmagic Learn more about me and my work by visiting my website- https://www.theselfcarewitch.com Subscribe to my mailing list- https://mailchi.mp/d35e439b879f/efflorescence Subscribe to my YouTube channel-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8LFEHxcKIHQWBda6PPpZ6A Follow me on social media- Melissa’s IG: @theselfcarewitch   Podcast IG: @expansiveastrology TikTok: @theselfcarewitch Pinterest: @theselfcarewitch Twitter: @selfcare_witch Join my Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/495809824427890

Gemini 2023

Welcome to the Expansive Astrology Podcast, where we look at using astrology beyond the tropes and horoscopes to tune into the natural forces around us and within us, honoring our true nature to craft our future. I'm your host, Melissa, theselfcarewitch, and I'm thrilled to be bringing Expansive Astrology to you in this way. Each week, I'll share a tarot reading for the collective before diving into the invitations of each astrological season. New episodes monthly! _____________________________________________________________ Join the Meet Your Magic Monthly Membership! https://www.theselfcarewitch.com/meetyourmagic Learn more about me and my work by visiting my website- https://www.theselfcarewitch.com Subscribe to my mailing list- https://mailchi.mp/d35e439b879f/efflorescence Subscribe to my YouTube channel-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8LFEHxcKIHQWBda6PPpZ6A Follow me on social media- Melissa’s IG: @theselfcarewitch   Podcast IG: @expansiveastrology TikTok: @theselfcarewitch Pinterest: @theselfcarewitch Twitter: @selfcare_witch Join my Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/495809824427890

ep. 44 – Learning the Power of Your Voice – The Aries Episode Time stamps: 0:00 – hiiiiii 01:56 – collective tarot reading 30:48 – expansive astrology – welcoming aries 36:30 – the element of fire 38:10 – the emperor 42:42 – empowered aries vs disempowered aries 44:42 – the tower 51:46 – people see you, you are a leader 53:00 – taking up space – privilege and oppression 58:25 – staying in your power in the face of opposition 1:00:01 – honor your impulses & follow what feels good 1:02:07 – “I am.” 1:05:45 – tmi about farting in my relationship lollllll (more on taking up sacred space)   1:10:30 – how to know if you’re taking too much space (spoiler: you probably aren’t.) 1:13:18 – final thoughts on embodying aries & tapping into bravery 1:16:30 – retrograde revival guide   upcoming moon meetups: 4/16 – 4/30 – 5/14 – 5/28 register here: https://www.theselfcarewitch.com/bookwithme/p/moon-meetups get your all-access pass here: https://www.theselfcarewitch.com/meetyourmagic _______________________________________________ Welcome to the Expansive Astrology Podcast, where we look at using astrology beyond the tropes and horoscopes to tune into the natural forces around us and within us, honoring our true nature to craft our future. I'm your host, Melissa, theselfcarewitch, and I'm thrilled to be bringing Expansive Astrology to you in this way. Each week, I'll share a tarot reading for the collective before diving into the invitations of each astrological season. New episodes every Week! _____________________________________________________________ Join the Meet Your Magic Monthly Membership! https://www.theselfcarewitch.com/meetyourmagic Learn more about me and my work by visiting my website- https://www.theselfcarewitch.com Subscribe to my mailing list- https://mailchi.mp/d35e439b879f/efflorescence Subscribe to my YouTube channel-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8LFEHxcKIHQWBda6PPpZ6A Follow me on social media- Melissa’s IG: @theselfcarewitch   Podcast IG: @expansiveastrology TikTok: @theselfcarewitch Pinterest: @theselfcarewitch Twitter: @selfcare_witch Join my Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/495809824427890

ep. 43 – Stepping into the Energetic New Year + Upcoming Changes to the Podcast In this week’s episode, I share tarot reading for the collective that encourages us to cultivate the ability to be with the beauty in life, while also emphasizing boundaries with our brains and our relationships. It’s a beautifully supportive spread as we wrap up this season of self-undoing. Next, I share some thoughts on wrapping up the zodiacal year and fully emerging into the year of the Chariot. I also take some time to get personal and share some of the experiences I’ve been navigating lately, and how those things are impacting my work. I tell you my plan for the future of the podcast, and invite you to connect with me more deeply in other ways in the meantime. Thank you so much for your support and understanding. I am sending each of you so much love and appreciation. Time stamps: 0:00 – hiiiiii 3:53 – collective tarot reading 19:32 – pisces season wrap up 25:35 – the twelve seasons according to expansive astrology 33:13 – what’s been going on in my personal life and how it’s going to change the podcast next moon meetup:  03/19 for the new moon in aries register here: https://www.theselfcarewitch.com/bookwithme/p/moon-meetups get your all-access pass here: https://www.theselfcarewitch.com/meetyourmagic _______________________________________________ Welcome to the Expansive Astrology Podcast, where we look at using astrology beyond the tropes and horoscopes to tune into the natural forces around us and within us, honoring our true nature to craft our future. I'm your host, Melissa, theselfcarewitch, and I'm thrilled to be bringing Expansive Astrology to you in this way. Each week, I'll share a tarot reading for the collective before diving into the invitations of each astrological season. New episodes every Week! _____________________________________________________________ Join the Meet Your Magic Monthly Membership! https://www.theselfcarewitch.com/meetyourmagic Learn more about me and my work by visiting my website- https://www.theselfcarewitch.com Subscribe to my mailing list- https://mailchi.mp/d35e439b879f/efflorescence Subscribe to my YouTube channel-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8LFEHxcKIHQWBda6PPpZ6A Follow me on social media- Melissa’s IG: @theselfcarewitch Podcast IG: @expansiveastrology TikTok: @theselfcarewitch Pinterest: @theselfcarewitch Twitter: @selfcare_witch Join my Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/495809824427890

ep. 42 – Making Friends with Shadows In this week’s episode, I share tarot reading for the collective before exploring the idea of Shadow Work, and how Pisces energy can support us in diving into the depths. I briefly chat about the impact of the Virgo Full Moon, and remind you of your standing invitation to my next Moon Circle. Thank you so much for listening! Time stamps: 0:00 – hiiiiii 2:49 – collective tarot reading 20:43 – expansive astrology - what is ‘the shadow’ ? 24:48 – assimilating with the shadow 29:15 – how the shadow comes to be / the shadow of society 33:44 – it’s *projection* 38:07 – “self-undoing” next moon meetup:  03/19 for the new moon in aries register here: https://www.theselfcarewitch.com/bookwithme/p/moon-meetups get your all-access pass here: https://www.theselfcarewitch.com/meetyourmagic _______________________________________________ Welcome to the Expansive Astrology Podcast, where we look at using astrology beyond the tropes and horoscopes to tune into the natural forces around us and within us, honoring our true nature to craft our future. I'm your host, Melissa, theselfcarewitch, and I'm thrilled to be bringing Expansive Astrology to you in this way. Each week, I'll share a tarot reading for the collective before diving into the invitations of each astrological season. New episodes every Week! _____________________________________________________________ Join the Meet Your Magic Monthly Membership! https://www.theselfcarewitch.com/meetyourmagic Learn more about me and my work by visiting my website- https://www.theselfcarewitch.com Subscribe to my mailing list- https://mailchi.mp/d35e439b879f/efflorescence Subscribe to my YouTube channel-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8LFEHxcKIHQWBda6PPpZ6A Follow me on social media- Melissa’s IG: @theselfcarewitch Podcast IG: @expansiveastrology TikTok: @theselfcarewitch Pinterest: @theselfcarewitch Twitter: @selfcare_witch Join my Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/495809824427890