Chronic illness doesn’t appear out of nowhere — and in medical astrology, the birth chart often shows why the body begins to struggle long before symptoms are fully visible.

In this episode, medical astrologer Heather Eland explores the core astrological patterns linked to chronic illness, including conditions that are difficult to diagnose or poorly understood. You’ll learn how vitality, immune function, nervous system regulation, emotional patterns, and long-term stress are reflected in the birth chart — and how these layers interact over time.

This conversation is especially relevant for:
• Astrology students studying medical astrology
• Practitioners working with chronic or invisible illness
• Anyone curious about the deeper body–mind connections in astrology

Heather also shares personal insight from her own experience with chronic illness and explains why no single placement causes illness — instead, health challenges arise through layered patterns, environment, and timing.

⚠️ Important Note: Medical astrology does not diagnose, treat, or cure illness and is not a substitute for professional medical care.

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Enrollment is open for Medical Astrology Mastery, my step-by-step training for astrologers who want to confidently read health patterns in the birth chart with clarity, ethics, and skill.

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February 2026 brings some of the most powerful astrology of the year.

In this episode, astrologer Heather Eland breaks down the rare, high-impact transits shaping February, including the annular solar eclipse in Aquarius, the long-awaited Saturn–Neptune conjunction at 0° Aries, and the first Mercury retrograde of 2026 in Pisces.

These alignments mark a turning point—one that can feel destabilizing, emotional, and fast-moving, but also deeply meaningful and fated.

You’ll learn:

• What the Aquarius solar eclipse is revealing ahead of the upcoming nodal shift.

• How the Saturn–Neptune conjunction signals a collective and personal reset.

• Why Mercury retrograde in Pisces changes how we think, communicate, and decide.

• How this astrology may show up for you based on your sun, moon, and rising sign.

This episode includes a full forecast for all 12 signs and guidance on how to work with February’s intensity rather than resist it.

Listen now to get oriented, grounded, and prepared for the month ahead.

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🧘‍♀️ Join us LIVE for Celestial Self-Care on Jan 31 (or catch the replay!) 👇

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General Overview of the Astrology of February 2026 00:00

Aries Rising, Sun & Moon 15:48

Taurus Rising, Sun & Moon 20:29

Gemini Rising, Sun & Moon 24:05

Cancer Rising, Sun & Moon 27:35

Leo Rising, Sun & Moon 31:16

Virgo Rising, Sun & Moon 34:27

Libra Rising, Sun & Moon 40:17

Scorpio Rising, Sun & Moon 43:19

Sagittarius Rising, Sun & Moon 46:11

Capricorn Rising, Sun & Moon 49:16

Aquarius Rising, Sun & Moon 52:43

Pisces Rising, Sun & Moon 56:41

Outro 01:28:23

Astrologer Heather Eland sits down with mundane astrologer Dan Waites to unpack the Saturn–Neptune conjunction in Aries (2026) and why it marks a turning point for the collective.

This episode explores long historical cycles, global power shifts, borders, belief systems, and the growing sense that old structures are dissolving while something new takes shape. We also discuss themes of liminality, disillusion, and why this transit can feel like reality itself is becoming less stable.

A grounded, non-sensational look at one of the most important astrological alignments of the decade.

If you’re struggling night after night to get deep, restful, restorative sleep—where you actually wake up feeling energized—your birth chart may be pointing to why… and what your nervous system needs to finally downshift.

In this episode, Heather Eland (professional astrologer, educator, and M.A. in Clinical Psychology) breaks down the most common astrological signatures connected to sleep issues, with a special focus on 12th house sleep indicators—the part of the chart linked to sleep quality, dreams, restoration, and the unconscious. You’ll learn how specific placements (including Mars, Uranus, Saturn, Pluto, Mercury, and the Sun in the 12th) can correlate with insomnia, erratic sleep schedules, nighttime mental overactivity, nightmares, and nervous system dysregulation—plus practical ways to start tracking what actually improves your sleep.

You’ll also learn why sleep is one of the most important foundations of health: it’s when your body focuses on restoration, recovery, and detox, and when your brain processes information, regulates stress, and clears what it doesn’t need to hold.

Introduction to Astrological Sleep Optimization 00:00

Common Chart Patterns Affecting Sleep 03:44

12th House Planets & Sleep 12:59

Conclusion and Workshop Invitation 41:50

🎓 Want deeper support + personalized chart-based guidance?
Join Heather’s Celestial Self-Care Workshop (Nervous System Regulation + Sleep) here: https://www.astrologywithheather.com/celestial-self-care

✅ In this workshop, you’ll learn how to align your self-care and sleep routines with your unique astrological blueprint—so you’re not stuck trying random wellness tips that don’t actually work for your body.

If this episode helps you, please follow the podcast and share it with a friend who needs better sleep.

Keywords: sleep astrology, medical astrology, 12th house, insomnia, nervous system regulation, dreams, circadian rhythm, cortisol, sleep hygiene, restorative sleep, anxiety and sleep, astrology health.

Grief is universal, but the way we experience and process loss is deeply personal.

In this episode, astrologer Heather Eland explores the astrology of grief through the lens of the 8th house and its planetary ruler, explaining how your birth chart can reveal what you need during periods of loss, bereavement, and major life endings.

This grounded, compassionate discussion covers death, symbolic loss, trauma, and healing, while emphasizing astrology as a supportive tool—not a replacement for professional care.

Ideal for astrologers, students, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of grief through the lens of astrology.

Intro & the 8th House Ruler - 00:00

Ruler of the 8th House in the 1st House - 08:00

Ruler of the 8th House in the 2nd House - 09:46

Ruler of the 8th House in the 3rd House - 10:33

Ruler of the 8th House in the 4th House - 11:47

Ruler of the 8th House in the 5th House - 12:34

Ruler of the 8th House in the 6th House - 13:29

Ruler of 8th House in the 7th House - 14:55

Ruler of the 8th House in the 8th House - 15:42

Ruler of the 8th House in the 9th House - 17:01

Ruler of the 8th House in the 10th House - 18:44

Ruler of the 8th House in the 11th House - 20:20

Ruler of the 8th House in the 12th House - 21:45

Outro - 23:39

January 2026 isn’t a warm-up month—it’s where the astrology for the year activates.

This episode explores a powerful start to 2026 shaped by multiple Cazimi alignments, exalted planetary energy, and major turning points that bring clarity, momentum, and decisive forward movement.

From the Cancer Full Moon and Capricorn New Moon to Mercury’s Cazimi and conjunction with Pluto, an intense Aquarius stellium, and Neptune’s shift into Aries, January sets the tone for how the year unfolds.

You’ll hear sign-by-sign insights and guidance for working consciously with this month’s elevated energy—so effort meets opportunity, and clarity becomes usable.

🎧 Astrology forecast for all 12 signs included.

❤️‍🩹 Join us for the Celestial Self-Care LIVE on January 31st!❤️‍🩹

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Chapters:

00:00 - Intro & General Forecast for January 2026

06:13 - Aries Rising, Sun & Moon

10:04 - Taurus Rising, Sun & Moon

15:40 - Gemini Rising, Sun & Moon

20:00 - Cancer Rising, Sun & Moon

24:47 - Leo Rising, Sun & Moon

28:42 - Virgo Rising, Sun & Moon

31:51 - Libra Rising, Sun & Moon

35:07 - Scorpio Rising, Sun & Moon

39:13 - Sagittarius Rising, Sun &. Moon

42:02 - Capricorn Rising, Sun & Moon

46:12 - Aquarius Rising, Sun & Moon

50:34 - Pisces Rising, Sun & Moon

55:12 - Outro

If you’ve ever wondered why certain transits should bring breakthroughs but feel like they stall out, this episode explains the missing piece.

I’m joined by my personal feng shui consultant, Amy Babish, to talk about the Taoist “Three Types of Luck”—and how they weave directly into astrology. Cosmic luck (your birth chart and astrological timing), human luck (your choices and healing), and earth luck (your home and environment) each make up one-third of how opportunities show up in your life.

Most astrologers work with the first two… but the third one is often completely overlooked.

In this conversation, we explore how small shifts in your space can amplify your transits, open new opportunities, and help 2026 feel more aligned and supportive. This isn’t just about re-arranging furniture—it’s energetic mechanics, and it pairs beautifully with astrology.

If you’re calling in clarity or momentum this year, this episode gives you the missing 33% of the picture.

Decode your birth chart with your FREE Astrology 101 Quick Reference Guide: https://www.astrologywithheather.com/astrology-101-pdf-guide

Work with Amy Babish: https://www.amybabish.com