Cosmic Group Chat with Sarah and Kenzie

Sign up for Cosmic Capacity: my astrology newsletter that gives you rising sign horoscopes, breaks down the key transits, and offers simple tips for you to stay grounded and intentional, no matter what life throws your way: https://stan.store/chartedbysarahmichelle Your birth chart has more to tell you than just your planets, signs, and houses. There are other calculated points that can add an entirely different layer to your understanding of your life, including two fascinating placements that speak to the relationship between fate and free will. In this episode, Sarah and Kenzie are diving into the Lot of Fortune and the Lot of Spirit, two of the seven Hermetic Lots used in traditional astrology. They break down what these calculated points represent, how they're determined using your birth chart and whether you have a day or night chart, and why looking at them together can give you a much fuller picture of your circumstances, choices, and direction in life. Tune in this week to learn what your Lot of Fortune reveals about your body, health, and material circumstances, and how your Lot of Spirit reflects your agency, intentions, and ability to pursue what matters to you. Sarah and Kenzie also walk through how to interpret these Lots by looking at their houses, planetary rulers, and aspects, what it means when one is more favorably placed than the other, and how to take things a step further with Fortune Houses. Plus, they'll show you how to find your own Lots so you can start exploring what they reveal about your chart! What You'll Discover: What the seven Hermetic Lots are and why the Lot of Fortune and Lot of Spirit are great places to start. How the Lot of Fortune and Lot of Spirit are calculated, and why your day or night chart matters. What the Lot of Fortune reveals about your physical body, health, material circumstances, and the things life hands you. How the Lot of Spirit reflects your agency, free will, intentions, choices, and the things you actively pursue. Why looking at Fortune and Spirit together gives you a more complete picture of fate and free will. How a strong Lot of Fortune paired with a more challenging Lot of Spirit, or vice versa, can show up in your life. How to interpret your Lots by examining their house placement, planetary rulers, aspects, and the planets sharing their house. What Fortune Houses are and how using your Lot of Fortune as an alternative ascendant can reveal another perspective on your birth chart. Featured on the Show: AstroSeek.com: https://astroseek.com/ 63. Day Charts, Night Charts, and Sect: Understanding Your Chart’s Home Team: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/63-day-charts-night-charts-and-sect-understanding/id1816788545?i=1000777826373 71. United Astrology Conference Recap: The Lessons, Connections, and Chart Insights: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/71-united-astrology-conference-recap-the-lessons/id1816788545?i=1000789969125 Visit for more information: https://cosmicgroupchat.com/ Come join the chat @CosmicGroupChatPod! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cosmicgroupchatpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cosmicgroupchatpod Mentioned in this episode: Join my newsletter: Cosmic Capacity Every week, I send out Cosmic Capacity: my astrology newsletter that gives you rising sign horoscopes, breaks down the key transits, and offers simple tips for you to stay grounded and intentional, no matter what life throws your way. You can sign up by clicking here: https://stan.store/chartedbysarahmichelle

Sign up for Cosmic Capacity: my astrology newsletter that gives you rising sign horoscopes, breaks down the key transits, and offers simple tips for you to stay grounded and intentional, no matter what life throws your way: https://stan.store/chartedbysarahmichelle There are so many ways to learn astrology, but figuring out where to start can sometimes feel like the hardest part. Do you need to read every book, sign up for a course, find a mentor, or go back to school? The truth is, there's no one correct path, and you don't have to figure out your entire astrology education before you get started. In this episode, Sarah and Kenzie are breaking down the different ways you can learn astrology, from self-study and online courses to formal degree programs and one-on-one mentorship. They share their own very different learning journeys, what each approach offers, and why having multiple teachers and perspectives can add so much depth to your understanding of astrology. Tune in this week to learn the pros and cons of each learning path, how to find teachers whose approach aligns with the way you want to study astrology, and when it might be time to move from self-study into something more structured. Sarah and Kenzie also discuss the importance of practicing on real charts, finding community and accountability, and choosing a learning approach that actually fits your life. By the end, you'll have a better idea of where to start, what to explore next, and how to build an astrology education that's entirely your own. What You'll Discover: The different ways to learn astrology, including self-study, online courses, formal education, and mentorship. The benefits and limitations of teaching yourself astrology through books, podcasts, and independent study. Why practicing on real birth charts is essential to developing your astrology skills. What to look for when choosing an online astrology course, teacher, or learning community. How traditional and modern astrology approaches can offer different perspectives on the same concepts. What formal astrology education can offer beyond learning how to interpret charts and transits. How mentorship provides personalized guidance, real-time feedback, and opportunities to refine your chart-reading skills. How to figure out which learning path, or combination of paths, makes the most sense for where you are right now. Featured on the Show: Astrology for Yourself by Demetra George: https://bookshop.org/p/books/astrology-for-yourself-how-to-understand-and-interpret-your-own-birth-chart-a-workbook-for-personal-transformation-demetra-george/ca6b8ca619b0789c?ean=9780892541225 Aliza Kelly: https://alizakelly.com/ Candace Marie: https://www.beyondtheveiltarot.com The Astrology Podcast: https://theastrologypodcast.com/ Threads of Fate podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/threads-of-fate/id1819006731 Wicked Veracity: https://www.wickedveracity.com/ The Astrological Craft: https://theastrologicalcraft.kiraryberg.com/courses/astrological-craft Visit for more information: https://cosmicgroupchat.com/ Come join the chat @CosmicGroupChatPod! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cosmicgroupchatpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cosmicgroupchatpod Mentioned in this episode: Join my newsletter: Cosmic Capacity Every week, I send out Cosmic Capacity: my astrology newsletter that gives you rising sign horoscopes, breaks down the key transits, and offers simple tips for you to stay grounded and intentional, no matter what life throws your way. You can sign up by clicking here: https://stan.store/chartedbysarahmichelle

Sign up for Cosmic Capacity: my astrology newsletter that gives you rising sign horoscopes, breaks down the key transits, and offers simple tips for you to stay grounded and intentional, no matter what life throws your way: https://stan.store/chartedbysarahmichelle November is a month for keeping your hands on the thread, even when it feels like you're repeating yourself or nothing is moving forward. With Mercury and Venus both retrograde at the start of the month, followed by a series of major planetary alignments, there's a lot to revisit, reconsider, and potentially release. The goal isn't to force everything into place. It's to keep working with what you have and make room for what comes next. In this episode, Sarah is breaking down November's astrology, from the three decans of Scorpio season to the month's major transits and her oracle card message from Mokosh, the goddess associated with weaving and the thread of life. She explores the themes of devotion, desire, and choosing what deserves your energy, alongside the shifts that come as Mercury and Venus turn direct and Mars, Jupiter, and the South Node meet in Leo. Tune in this week to learn what November's transits could mean for your relationships, work, money, and personal goals. Sarah walks through the key dates to watch, including the Scorpio new moon, the return of forward momentum after the retrogrades, and the Gemini full moon conjunct Uranus. Plus, you'll get your Scorpio season homework for your rising sign, with practical ways to focus your energy, protect what you're growing, and recognize when it's time to let something go. What You'll Discover: The themes of Scorpio's three decans and how they relate to desire, devotion, and the choices we make. What Sarah's oracle card, Mokosh, teaches us about patience and the small, repeated actions that build something meaningful. How the Mercury and Venus retrogrades ending mid-month may bring movement to conversations, relationships, money, and stalled decisions. What the Scorpio new moon invites you to commit to, and why it's okay to keep something new private while it grows. How the Mars, Jupiter, and South Node alignments could bring opportunities for growth that require releasing something else. What to watch for during the mid-month squares between the Sun, Mars, Jupiter, and the nodes. How the Gemini full moon near Uranus could bring unexpected news, changing plans, or a sudden shift in perspective. What to focus on during Scorpio season based on your rising sign, including the two houses to watch and your practical homework for the month. Featured on the Show: Threads of Fate podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/threads-of-fate/id1819006731 74. Venus Retrograde in Scorpio and Libra: What to Expect: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/74-venus-retrograde-in-scorpio-and-libra-what-to-expect/id1816788545?i=1000793594187 The Daimon in Hellenistic Astrology by Dorian Greenbaum: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/26788768-the-daimon-in-hellenistic-astrology Visit for more information: https://cosmicgroupchat.com/ Come join the chat @CosmicGroupChatPod! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cosmicgroupchatpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cosmicgroupchatpod Mentioned in this episode: Join my newsletter: Cosmic Capacity Every week, I send out Cosmic Capacity: my astrology newsletter that gives you rising sign horoscopes, breaks down the key transits, and offers simple tips for you to stay grounded and intentional, no matter what life throws your way. You can sign up by clicking here: https://stan.store/chartedbysarahmichelle

Grab your Theme of the Year + Mini Big 3 Reading here: https://stan.store/chartedbysarahmichelle/p/mini-big-three-reading Mercury retrograde doesn't just affect the area of your chart where it's happening. It can also bring up themes from other parts of your life, which is why a retrograde can sometimes feel like it's stirring up several things at once. Understanding how Mercury rules your chart gives you another layer of context for what's coming up and what might need a second look. In this episode, Sarah and Kenzie are exploring the other areas of your life impacted by Mercury retrograde. They explain how Mercury's rulership of Gemini and Virgo connects the retrograde to two additional houses in your birth chart, creating a bigger story than the house where Mercury is actually moving backward. Tune in this week to learn which two houses Mercury rules in your chart based on your rising sign, how those areas of life might show up during every Mercury retrograde, and why the pre-shadow and post-shadow periods matter. Sarah and Kenzie walk through all 12 rising signs, sharing examples of how Mercury retrograde can bring up everything from work routines and family conversations to relationships, finances, creative projects, and career plans. What You'll Discover: Why Mercury retrograde can affect more than the house where the retrograde takes place. How Mercury's rulership of Gemini and Virgo connects two additional houses to each retrograde. How to identify your Mercury-ruled houses using your rising sign. What the pre-shadow, retrograde, and post-shadow periods mean. Why Mercury retrograde may feel more prominent for mutable rising signs and people in Mercury-ruled years. How Mercury retrograde can bring opportunities to revisit work, relationships, finances, home life, creative projects, and more. How to connect the different houses involved to understand the bigger story of a Mercury retrograde. Why retrogrades can be an opportunity to reconsider, review, and rework parts of your life rather than simply something to get through. Featured on the Show: Grab your Mercury and Venus Retrograde Guidebook: https://stan.store/chartedbysarahmichelle/p/venus--mercury-retrograde-guidebook-octdec-2026 Visit for more information: https://cosmicgroupchat.com/ Come join the chat @CosmicGroupChatPod! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cosmicgroupchatpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cosmicgroupchatpod Mentioned in this episode: Join my newsletter: Cosmic Capacity Every week, I send out Cosmic Capacity: my astrology newsletter that gives you rising sign horoscopes, breaks down the key transits, and offers simple tips for you to stay grounded and intentional, no matter what life throws your way. You can sign up by clicking here: https://stan.store/chartedbysarahmichelle

Grab your Theme of the Year + Mini Big 3 Reading here: https://stan.store/chartedbysarahmichelle/p/mini-big-three-reading Difficult astrology seasons can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re staring at a transit and wondering, “How long is this going to last?” But a challenging transit doesn’t mean your entire chart is falling apart. There are tools you can use to understand what’s happening and move through it with more perspective. In this episode, Sarah and Kenzie create a difficult transit toolkit for navigating those moments when astrology feels heavier. They explore what makes a transit feel difficult, why timing and context matter, and how the same transit can feel completely different depending on your individual chart. Tune in this week to learn how to work with difficult transits by looking at timelines, mitigating factors, personalized chart context, and practical tools for moving through challenging seasons. Sarah and Kenzie share how to avoid doom spiraling, when it may help to delay big decisions, how community and support can change your experience, and why returning to your basics can be one of your most powerful tools. What You'll Discover: What makes a transit feel difficult, and why that experience is different for everyone. Why hard transits have a beginning, middle, and end instead of one long period of difficulty. How to use timeline and context to better understand what you’re moving through. Why personalized chart readings can help you see mitigating factors and the bigger picture. How to find the parts of your chart that are still working well during a challenging season. When delaying major decisions may be helpful during certain transits. How journaling, processing, community, and support can help you move through difficult astrology. How your Moon sign can become a tool for regulation and feeling your best. Featured on the Show: The Crusade: https://www.wickedveracity.com/crusade Grab Sarah’s free Meet Your Moon Sign guide here: https://stan.store/chartedbysarahmichelle Visit for more information: https://cosmicgroupchat.com/ Come join the chat @CosmicGroupChatPod! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cosmicgroupchatpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cosmicgroupchatpod Mentioned in this episode: Join my newsletter: Cosmic Capacity Every week, I send out Cosmic Capacity: my astrology newsletter that gives you rising sign horoscopes, breaks down the key transits, and offers simple tips for you to stay grounded and intentional, no matter what life throws your way. You can sign up by clicking here: https://stan.store/chartedbysarahmichelle