
Venus in Aries: Uncomfortable Strength
When I learned that Venus was in detriment in Aries, I was devastated.
It felt like even astrology was saying I was ugly and my gender presentation was broken.

Rethinking Essential Dignity for the 21st Century
It has been 2000 years since the system of essential dignity has been codified. I think it’s due for a refresh, don’t you?

Essential Dignity in Astrology
What is essential dignity in astrology? What does it mean when a planet is in its sign of rulership, exaltation, detriment, or fall?

Mercury in Detriment in Pisces: Is That Good or Bad?
What does it mean that Mercury is in detriment in Pisces? What are it’s strengths, and how do you cope with its weaknesses?

Mercury in Pisces: The Mind of the Poet
Mercury is said to be in detriment in Pisces, but its greatest weakness is its greatest strength, the ability to think like a poet.