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Embracing Transformation: My Journey with Pluto in Libra By Christie Rhuems-Kotzman | Celestial Systems Theorist • Archetypal Analyst • Midlife Wellness Coach Welcome, seekers of insight and transformation! Today I want to invite you behind the scenes of my work—how a single astrological placement shaped my mission, fueled my passion, and can catalyze profound shifts in your life as well. If you’ve ever felt the pull toward deeper authenticity, soul-level relationships, and collective evolution, you’re in the right place. Pluto at 29° Libra in the 5th House: A Catalyst for Change Astrology speaks not just to the personality we present to the world, but to the cosmic forces that beckon us toward growth. My Pluto sits at 29° Libra in the 5th House—a potent “anaretic” degree that carries an urgent call to rebalance and reinvent. In the sign of partnership and fairness, it amplifies the need to expose hidden power dynamics and to co-create relationships grounded ...

PLUTO IS IN RETROGRADE? OH MY!   TWELEVE GEMS ASTRO CO.  Christie Rhuems-Kotzman  Power, Purging , and the Art of Personal Alchemy Pluto doesn't do subtle. And when it goes retrograde, neither do the effects—only now, they arise from within. Pluto retrograde isn't about chaos erupting externally; it's about the quiet, undeniable pull to transform from the inside out. From May 2 to October 11, 2025 , Pluto will be retrograde in early degrees of Aquarius , slipping briefly back into Capricorn in early September. This retrograde serves as a bridge between eras, especially as Pluto slowly transitions from the old guard of Capricorn (2008–2023) into the revolutionary waters of Aquarius (2023–2044). So yes— Pluto is in retrograde... again . But rather than fear it, let's unpack what this moment actually means for us. 💀 Pluto 101: The Underworld Planet Pluto, astrologically speaking, rules death, rebirth, power, control, profound transformation , and all things buried benea...

URANUS IN TAURUS: AWAKENING THROUGH EARTH, WEALTH, AND INNER WORTH Published by Twelve Gems Astrological Consulting Co. Astrologer: Christie Rhuems-Kotzman ⚡ A Revolution Rooted in the Earth From 2018 through 2026, Uranus—the celestial awakener and agent of disruption—is moving through grounded Taurus, the zodiac's steward of stability, sensuality, and material value. This powerful transit is nothing short of a revolution in how we relate to money, the body, the Earth, and our most deeply held values. This isn't a one-size-fits-all shift. Suppose you've felt destabilized in your finances, been pulled toward sustainable living, or found yourself craving a more authentic lifestyle. In that case, this is Uranus in Taurus, reprogramming your relationship to what truly matters. 🌍 Uranus in Taurus: The Great Realignment Uranus breaks what's outdated. It shocks, liberates, innovates—and always demands awakening. Taurus, by contrast, craves security, comfort, and con...