STELLA CURA WELLNESS CONSULTING
educating the curious about star wisdom
CURIOUS
ABOUT ASTROLOGY?
At Stella Cura Wellness Consulting (formerly Natural Rhythms Consulting) the goal is to educate the curious about star wisdom found in the ancient system of Astrology.
In this aesthetic and poetic system, there is nuance and mystery; layered multidimensionality; ancient wisdom, and contemporary application.
Multivalent, it offers a blueprint and a language. Like parts of an intricate timepiece, the planets, signs, houses, and aspects synchronize development, awareness and growth. Deeply transformative, Astrology is much more than Sun signs.
"Nevertheless, it moves."
- Galileo Galilei
ABOUT ELIZABETH ROZAN
I have been exploring psychospiritual development since 1968. Attending to and aligning with the energy of the cosmos is my passion. From the monthly Moon cycles to the vibrational energy of the transpersonal planets, the celestial movement works to encourage development. This is the stella cura of wellness.
Processing events, exploring areas of joy and stress, strategizing application of effort to reach goals, or navigating periods of transformation are examples of developmental crossroads where insight from a horoscopic map can be beneficial.
Blending tradition with the unconventional, I hold academic degrees in Psychology, Writing and Interdisciplinary Studies, and full certification from the Professional Astrologers Alliance-National Council for Geocosmic Research (CA, PAA-NCGR), the International Society of Astrological Research (CAPISAR), and Church of Light (Teacher of Hermetics). Ongoing professional development in the field, and in complementary areas beyond, contemporize my work. Example areas include Tarot, Depth Psychology,
Shamanic Studies, Metaphysics, NARM (NeuroAffective Relational Model), and non-clinical individual, ancestral, and collective trauma informed practices.
Urania Observes or Judges v. 20 frontispiece
E. Sibly, "A New and Complete Illustration of the Occult Sciences", London, 1796-1806
"Remember the stars. There is order in the world."
- Dane Rudhyar
WHY ASTROLOGY?
Astrology reveals a sacred trust mapped out in the horoscope. It provides a tool for navigating the challenges and joys inherent in the life process. The world needs individuated, interdependent, whole humans, able to step forward in courage, integrity and strength. Astrology helps to bring that Self forward. It goes a long way towards helping to integrate experience to round out the individuation process involved in being, becoming, and belonging.
Combining Astrology with Tarot and Depth Psychology brings awareness of cycles, of the intuitive present, and of deep clarifying exploration.
Timing
The beginning of something
has significance.
Alignment
Date, time, and place of birth...These
ingredients create a unique mandala or pattern that symbolizes one's life project.
Synchronicity
What happens in the sky relates to what happens on Earth.
Transformation
Development across the life span is made up of events and choices. There is what is, and the response to what is.
Depth
Planetary placement and cycles
provide insight for negotiating
current life challenges.
"Like mathematics and geometry, Astrology is simply a built-in
characteristic of the Cosmos as we know it."
- Alice O. Howell
OFFERINGS
Vogue Magazine Cover, Nov. 15, 1917.
The Vogue Co., Conde Nast Publisher.
Many layers are considered in horoscopic analysis,
including cyclic patterns, lunar
progressions, directions and
transits, and archetypal metaphors found in the Tarot.
Each person is a bundle of potential. A baby chart is a great gift for parents of newborns. Sun, Moon, and Ascendant placements can be nourished, and as development occurs, challenging aspects or transit activation can be explored.
Single sessions to address a specific concern or multiple sessions can provide mentoring on specific challenges, areas of study, or integration processes.
"The brighter the light, the darker the shadow."
- C.G.Jung
CELESTIAL NAVIGATION
Stars
Each star
is a kiss
I would give you...
- Alice O. Howell
Flag of the US State of Alaska, 1927
Relating to the Planets
Navigating the world of Astrology begins with developing a relationship to the planets. The planets are multivalent, with layers of entry points and meaning. In each chart, the planets form a mandala with particular emphasis. Each planet represents a symbolic visitation from the Upper, Middle, and Under worlds. Planets have associative pairings, and positions of best expression. Their travel along the zodiacal belt orbiting the Sun from the geocentric perspective, and where they appear in each mandala can be understood in daily, monthly, or yearly movements. Where are the planets natally? Where are they now?
The New Moon
One way to develop the relationship with the planets is to study the New Moon cycle, updated on this website monthly. At the New Moon, there is a shift in energy, but there is an absence of light. It is not the time for action, but rather for setting intention that is preparation for action. Gradually, the Moon waxes and more is revealed as the dynamics between all the planets play out. Then the Moon wanes, as the work is done. Key astrological principles are demonstrated by the New Moon chart: the beginning of something has significance, and what happens in the sky influences what happens on Earth. (Tarot Imagery from the Rider-Waite deck, illustrated by Pamela Coleman Smith.)
The Sun, representing the fire of creativity, is the Invincible Spirit. A piece of the Sun is held within each person, thereby interweaving vitality with purpose. The great universal wonder of the Sun comes in small doses, distributed in powerful increments as it travels the analemma over the course of a year.
The Moon is the receiver of Spirit and through the Soul elements of the mind and emotions, reflects a response to the world through her silver light. The Moon delights in shape-shifting, and does so through repetitive ebb and flow, from night to day, and from New Moon to New Moon in eight predictable and visible phases over the course of the month.
Sabian Symbol for this New Moon at 20 Leo 01:
Intoxicated domestic birds fly around fly around in dizzy attempts.
At this New Moon, we are presented with a sextile loop, connecting Pluto, Neptune, Uranus, Mercury-Jupiter, and Venus in a beautiful energy design. The sextile aspect, 60 degrees, is derived from harmonious energies that present potential opportunities. When effort is applied, desired results are possible. Venus forms a trine to Uranus, creating relational and value-rich communications, spiced with surprises. Pluto is opposed to Mercury-Jupiter. Empowerment is possible through a balance of detail and large picture views. It is a magnificent time of transformation. We are in it and we are witnessing it, as the Magician card shows. Intention is of utmost importance.
Planetary Positions
This New Moon, shown in the chart above, is also a total Solar Eclipse. The current planetary positions are shown below:
The Sun and Moon stand at 20 Leo 01, in a stellium that includes Mercury-Jupiter and the South Node.
Mercury is at 5 Leo 06.
Venus is at 5 Libra 53. She will turn Rx on October 3, 2026 at 8 + Scorpio.
Mars stands at 0 Cancer 54.
Jupiter is at 9 Leo 33, and will remain in this sign for approximately one year.
Saturn is at 14 Aries 30, having just turned Rx on July 26 and will remain so until December 10.
Chiron is now located at 0 Taurus 49, Rx, and will remain so through 2026. 3 Taurus 15 is Chiron's position at discovery on Oct. 18, 1977.
Uranus is full of surprises, at 5 Gemini 20, and will turn Rx on September 10.
Neptune is at 4 Aries 04, having turned Rx on July 7, and will remain so until December 12.
Pluto is at 3 Aquarius 34, having turned Rx on May 6, and will remain so until October 16.
Lunar Nodes (True Nodes) balance at South 29 Leo 47/North 29 Aquarius 47.
Dwarf Planets
These bodies are situated beyond Pluto and represent developing aspects of consciousness. At this New Moon, their positions are as follows:
Eris (2005): Inclusion, Justice. Greek. 25 Aries 55 Rx.
Gong Gong (2007): Empathy. Chinese. 06 Pisces 09 Rx.
Haumea (2005): Unity, commitment. Hawaiian. 02 Scorpio 17.
Ixion (2001): Seeker, authenticity. Greek. 06 Capricorn 59 Rx.
MakeMake (2005): Systems, structures, manifestation. Easter Island.
11 Libra 07.
Orcus (2004): Karmic concepts. Roman. 17 Virgo 12.
Quaoar (2002): Spirit, omnibenificence. Native American. 10 Capricorn 57 Rx.
Salacia (2004): Higher love, presence. Roman. 13 Aries 32 Rx.
Sedna (2003): Soul realm, transcendence. Inuit. 02 Gemini 27.
Varuna (2000): Mastery, good citizenship. 11 Leo 00.
The energies of the dwarf planets add dimensionality to the chart.
Salacia joins Saturn in Aries to structure a higher love.
Make Make is opposed the Aries cluster asking how to structure for manifestation.
Sedna joins Uranus in Gemini to bring in transcendence to the frenetic.
Ixion and Quaoar are paired travelers in Capricorn, squaring the Aries cluster and Make Make in Libra suggesting the avoidance of more karma by approaching situations with authenticity.
The Four Major Asteroids
These bodies represent dimensions of the Feminine. At this New Moon, their positions are as follows:
Ceres The Great Mother at 0 Cancer 02
joins Mars.
Pallas The Warrior Daughter at 22 Aries 38
is moving with Saturn and Vesta.
Vesta The Sister at 27 Aries 11
is traveling with Pallas and Saturn.
Juno The Wife at 29 Capricorn 45 Rx
moving with Pluto.
Uranus Awakening ERozan, 2017
ECLIPSE ENERGIES
Another way to develop a relationship with the plantets is to attune to the eclipse energies. Each year there are two eclipse seasons, with two and sometimes three eclipses at two week intervals in each season. Eclipses involve the relationship between Sun, Moon, Nodal Axis, and Earth. Solar Eclipses occur at New Moon, and suggest new beginnings. The Sun and Moon are conjunct and positioned so that the Sun is eclipsed (blocked) by the Moon. The Moon overpowers the Sun. Emotion supersedes logic, and when visible, an eerie shadow of small crescents can be seen on the Earth's surface as the Moon passes. Lunar Eclipses occur at Full Moon, and suggest endings. With the Sun and Moon in opposition, the Earth slips between them, casting a shadow on (blocking or eclipsing) the Moon.
The intensity of the eclipse season flows over a six-week period: 2 weeks prior to the eclipse, there is a revving up of energy. It reaches a peak that shakes things up for about 2 weeks. Then, there is a winding down for 2 weeks, until the next lunation.
Exactitude occurs on the date listed, but each eclipse can have a 3-6 month effect, depending on proximity of the Sun and Moon to natal and prenatal positions, as well as where the eclipse occurs in the world. While the 2025 eclipse seasons are past, these degrees will hold vibrational sensitivity for some time. The positions of the 2026 eclipses are listed below.
2026 Eclipses
Feb. 17, 2026 Annular Solar 28 Aquarius 50 Mar. 3, 2026 Total Lunar 12 Virgo 54
Aug. 12, 2026 Total Solar 20 Leo 02
Aug. 28, 2026 Partial Lunar 04 Pisces 54
The August eclipse season is here. A good strategy in working with eclipses is to note where these points are highlighted and consider how to best use the energy to support evolving development.
"The New Moon teaches gradualness and deliberation and how to give birth to oneself slowly..."
- J. Rumi
RESOURCES
I have written many articles about Astrology that have appeared in national and international publications.
Click HERE to see a list of selected titles, and HERE to read one of them.
I have written outside the field of Astrology as well. Reach out for more information on any of the work listed below (not listed on Amazon).
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Fire Around Us: A memoir essay
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Skywriting: Letters from the Northwest Staging Route
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10 collections of poetry
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7 collections of short stories
Astrology Book Recommendations
There are so many great books; here are a few of my favorites:
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The American Ephemeris for the 21st Century by Neil Michelson
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The Astrology of Personality by Dane Rudhyar
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Cosmos and Psyche by Richard Tarnas
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Star Wisdom and Rudolf Steiner by David Tresemer
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The Astrology of Transcendence by Philip Sedgwick
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The Moment of Astrology by Geoffry Cornelius
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Lunar Shadows III Dietrech Pessin
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Finding Success in the Horoscope by Jackie Slevin
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Asteroid Goddesses by Demetra George
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What Evangeline Adams Knew by Karen Christino
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Spiritual Astrology by C.C. Zain
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Chiron and the Healing Journey by Melanie Reinhart
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The Sibling Constellation by Brian Clark
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The Cloisters (a novel) by Katy Hays
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Astrology A Cosmic Science by Isabel Hickey
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Sunsigns by Linda Goodman
"We do not come unbound into this livingness."
- Isabel Hickey
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Land Acknowledgement
For efforts in preserving the beauty of the land upon which I live and practice, and in modeling harmony, living according to the seasons and length of the day, I express gratitude and respect for the Massachusetts Tribe of Indigenous People, from whom the Commonwealth of Massachusetts has taken its name.
Technology Acknowledgement
The content on this website has been created by a human. It is intended to present accurate, thoughtful, and inspiring content that invites exploration.
Traditions Acknowledgement
The ideas presented on this webpage are derived from the perennial wisdom of many traditions. I acknowledge the profound depth of Astrology (from Babylonian to Modern Psychological, Evolutionary, and Shamanic). I acknowledge the realms of Anthroposophy, Hermetics, Transcendentalism, the many layers of Psychology, Eastern and Western Mysticism, and Indigenous Spirituality. I extend gratitude to thought leaders I've met or experienced, including Dane Rudhyar, Mark Edmund Jones, CC Zain, Edgar Cayce, Rudolf Steiner, Parahamsa Yogananda, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Sigmund Freud, Carl Jung, Abraham Maslow, Fritz Perls, Irving Yalom, Ken Wilbur, Slow Turtle, Frances McEvoy, Philip Sedgwick, Jeffrey Wolf Green, David Roell, Chris Flisher, Bunny Paine-Clemes, Donna Eden, Barbara Brennan, Animika, Carolyn Myss, Thomas Huebl, and friends who add to the flowing waters of life.