Astrology of Midlife Awakening and Sacred Transitions with Raina Elkins

What if midlife isn't a crisis to survive, but a sacred initiation to step into? In this episode, I sit down with astrologer and coach Raina Elkins to explore how astrology—particularly Saturn and Uranus transits—can help us understand the profound shifts that happen during midlife (ages 35-53). We dive deep into Sabian symbols, a unique astrological tool that adds powerful layers of meaning to your birth chart, creating a personalized blueprint for your soul's journey. Raina shares how women can move from self-abandonment to self-honoring, why everything falling apart might be the universe calling you home to yourself, and how to work with planetary transits instead of resisting them. In This Episode: What Sabian symbols are and how they reveal your soul's story The difference between natal charts and solar returns Why ages 42-43 are pivotal (hello, Uranus opposition!) Saturn returns at 30 and 60—what they mean for your evolution Moving from self-abandonment to authentic alignment How to navigate midlife transitions without making rash decisions Using astrology for relationship readings and understanding your partnership About Raina Elkins: Raina Elkins is an astrologer, coach, and healer specializing in midlife transitions. She blends astrology with coaching and healing work to help women understand major life transits—not as breakdowns, but as initiations into deeper truth and alignment. Raina works with Sabian symbols to add profound layers of meaning to astrological readings, helping clients connect with their soul's blueprint. Special Offer for Listeners: Get 40% off an astrology reading with Raina using code ASTRO40 Visit: rainaelkins.com Sign up at www.rosewippich.com and receive a free chapter of my book Empress Rising.  You will also be the first to hear when my workshops and offerings will be available.  Join the Empress Community and be a part of the movement.   Chat Off The Mat is hosted by Rose Wippich, Energy Alchemist & Empowerment Guide, Reiki Master Teacher, Qigong and yoga instructor, and author of Empress Rising: Own Your Energy, Trust Your Wisdom, and Rewrite the Rules of Aging. Rose creates conversations for women ready to explore what’s possible in the next chapter — conversations about wellness, energy, personal transformation, embodiment, and the wisdom that comes with lived experience. For Women Ready to Rise. 📖 Book: EMPRESS RISING: Own Your Energy, Trust Your Wisdom & Rewrite the Rules of Aging.  If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend and subscribe to Chat Off The Mat. ⭐️ Enjoying the show? Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts Sum Of All Skin Care Affiliate Link: https://sumofall.com/?ref=ROSEWIPPICH  Use code: RoseW10 for 10% off Produced by Rose Wippich | Chat Off The Mat © 2026 Rose Wippich