Our Key Test Right Now

“I have loved the stars too fondly to be fearful of the night.” – Sarah Williams, The Old Astronomer, 19th Century

I have family members on all sides of the political “table”…

Some who “lean left,” some who “lean right,” and some who don’t identify with any political party at all.

And I have always said I want ALL of them to feel welcome at Astrology Hub.

Because I believe that under the vast, immeasurable sky, we are one human family…

We live by the light of the same sun, the same moon, and the same stars and planets that our ancestors lived under.

And astrology, by its very nature, proves that there are as many perspectives by which to view the world as there are unique astrological charts. We won’t see it the same way, nor are we designed that way…

And that’s part of the beauty of life… and the perfection of the cosmic order.

It’s one of my greatest joys to invite people into a space where they can unite in their love of the stars.

To come together and learn about our connection to those stars and how we can live our best lives with the help of their guidance.

With that said, it was with careful consideration that we chose Master Astrologer Christopher Renstrom to cover the oh-so-sensitive topic of the astrological configurations surrounding tomorrow’s election in the U.S.

It’s too relevant and fascinating NOT to cover, and yet, in the polarized environment we're navigating, we wanted to choose someone who could approach it as neutrally as possible — focusing on the astrological charts and energies, without inserting too much personal bias.

And Christopher nailed it. If you’re curious about the charts of Kamala Harris and Donald Trump and the fascinating, fated link between them, you can watch the episode here.

You may not get the answer you’re looking for, but you will definitely have a better understanding of the complexities surrounding this particular period of time, and some helpful tips for navigating it.

We also had something happen in the Inner Circle last week, that I wanted to pass along to you…

Master Astrologer, Steve Judd, is our current Inner Circle teacher and he shared some absolute gems for working practically with the energy of this week during his New Moon Forecast:

1. Embrace the Power of the Pause: If you’re in an emotionally charged situation, Steve advised to take a pause, do what you need to cool down (he even said to put your head in a bucket of water if you need to!), and then come back later. He mentioned that the energy will “plateau” around November 6/7 so waiting until then to address anything that still needs to be wrapped up could be helpful.

2. Connect with Your Primal Nature: “There's a need right now for us all collectively to get in touch with the primal…engage with our animal body.” He talked about the difference between intuition (from the heart) and instinct (from the gut) and emphasized the need to be tuning into both. You can do this by spending as much time as possible in nature, preferably under those stars at night!

3. Transform Fear into Integration: “Don't be scared of the dark. Welcome the dark into your life. Embrace the dark. Howl with it. This is about integration, assimilation, holism.” This advice inspired me to include the quote from the poem by Sarah Williams which reads more fully:

“Though my soul may set in darkness,

It will rise in perfect light;

I have loved the stars too fondly to be fearful of the night.”

It’s often the projection of a “worst case scenario” onto the unknown future, that makes us fear the “dark.”

But remember, we don’t live in a fatalistic universe, where there is only one potential outcome. It’s more alive than that – a living and breathing tapestry that we are each contributing to via our thoughts, emotions, visions, and actions.

Which brings me to a final idea that Steve shared…

Emotional maturity is our key test right now.

When you choose not to react when faced with challenges or unexpected news, you're not just practicing personal restraint – you're contributing to a larger field of peace and stability.

As Steve beautifully explained:

“The more we smile at people, the more we put out an energy of charm, grace, humor, optimism, hope… a million little droplets will make a tsunami.”

When we pause, breathe, and choose our response rather than react, we're not just helping ourselves…

…we're contributing to a global field of consciousness that could really use our centered presence.

Your ability to stay GROUNDED and respond thoughtfully creates ripples far beyond your personal sphere.

In these challenging times, your emotional maturity becomes a beacon of stability for others.

Thank you, as always, for keeping your feet firmly on the ground and your eyes to the sky…

And thank you for embracing this wild ride of life and being with me here and now, under those same bright stars.

Sending love,

Amanda

P.S. If you’re needing an extra dose of support this month, we have you covered. Unlock the wisdom Steve Judd is sharing within our Inner Circle membership, for just $1 this month 🧙During your trial month, you’ll get his recorded New Moon Forecast, his upcoming live Full Moon Forecast as well as his Mastery Class on Pluto AND a live chart reading demonstration and Q&A. And if you decide to continue with us, you can lock in the promotional rate of only $37/month. This offer expires on November 6 so now’s the time to hop on it if you’d like some additional community support and insight. Click here to enroll.

P.P.S. Looking for more inspiration? You won’t want to miss the podcast episode we released last week featuring Master Astrologers, Rick Levine and Steve Judd. They cover both the energies we’re navigating now and how this will continue to ripple out into 2025 and 2026. It's a must watch as we begin looking ahead to next year…

P.P.P.S: Coming up this week we’ll be featuring the guidance of another wisdom keeper in our community, Medical Astrologer, Judith Hill. Look for the episode on the podcast later this week…

AND if you’re interested in Medical Astrology and how the stars impact your health and physical well-being, you won’t want to miss the Medical Astrology Event of the year, the Herbalism & Medical Astrology Summit. Featuring the world’s top experts on Herbalism and Medical Astrology including Sajah Popham, Matthew Wood, Judith Hill and more, this event is sure to provide links for you in navigating your personal health. Plus, Judith is generously offering our community a 10% discount on this event (and any of the classes in her Academy). Click Here and use Discount Code: HUBFAM10 at checkout.