The sun enters Scorpio on October 23, ushering in a season of depth and introspection. In this episode of The Rising Hearts Podcast, Kristin Madding dispels common myths about the sun’s role in astrology, breaks down how to gauge its actual influence in your chart, and explores the archetypal medicine of the Scorpio sun—the King of the Underworld.

Plus, get a look at what this solar shift means for all 12 rising signs.

In this episode:

• Solar myths and why you are more than your sun sign
• The core themes of Scorpio energy: stamina, depth, and sovereignty
• Transiting sun insights and horoscopes for all 12 rising signs

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In this episode, we explore the deep internal currents of the Venus retrograde cycle. Beginning in intense, passionate Scorpio and shifting back into harmonious Libra, this transit asks us to pause and re-evaluate our relationships, boundaries, and sources of pleasure. We break down what this retrograde means symbolically and offer intuitive, rising sign horoscopes using traditional Whole Sign houses.

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Welcome to the debut episode of The Rising Hearts Podcast! In this episode, we dive into Mars moving into the sign of Leo and explore what this fiery, confident energy means for your chart. We also break down the recent opposition to Pluto in Aquarius, discussing how to stand up for your authentic self and break free from old social conditioning. Plus, get intuitive, sign-by-sign horoscopes tailored for every rising sign using traditional Hellenistic Whole Sign houses.

00:00 – Introduction to The Rising Hearts Podcast and my practice in traditional Hellenistic astrology with Whole Sign houses

01:44 – Finding your Leo house based on your rising sign (a quick beginner guide)

04:05 – What Mars in Leo signifies: Yang energy, motivation, and the archetype of the angry lion

08:39 – Mars opposes Pluto in Aquarius (David vs. Goliath and stepping away from social conditioning)

10:49 – A sneak peek at Venus retrograde in Scorpio and upcoming Jupiter transits

14:40 – Intuitive Mars in Leo opposing Pluto Horoscopes: Rising Sign breakdowns (Aries through Pisces)

Helpful Links & Resources

• Need help finding your house? Check out the general house breakdown guide at https://risingheartsastrology.com/resources/house-meanings
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