I believe that the entire universe is in a giant conspiracy for our ultimate well-being, if we can listen to its promptings. All of my work and writings are aimed at helping you listen to this inner guidance.
I have been a professional astrologer for over forty years and have conducted over 25,000 astrology consultations, helping clients find their core strengths and to navigate through difficult transitions. I have a Master of Science degree in “Experimental Metaphysics” from Central Washington University (1982) and have written nine books on metaphysical topics from Astrology, meditation, and the chakras.
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- How do you see astrology as a tool for aligning with the universe’s guidance for our ultimate well-being?
Astrology is most beneficial in helping individuals identify and accept who they most naturally are and then to help strategize a lifestyle that is suited to their natural tendencies. Many people put too much effort into hammering themselves into what their culture tells them they should be. Astrology starts with accepting who you most naturally are, allowing a person to be more at ease.
Astrology can also help a person identify skills and talents they weren’t previously aware of, enriching their lives with meaningful interests.
- With over 25,000 consultations, what common patterns have you noticed in how people navigate major life transitions through astrology?
It all depends on how conscious a person is. If a person is ego encapsulated and wants to maintain control of everything in their life, outer planet transits and the major life transitions they bring are considered a crisis.
If a person has grown in consciousness and can accept there are influences beyond their control, major life transitions are seen as evolutionary steps on their soul’s journey.
- How does your background in “Experimental Metaphysics” shape your approach to astrology and spiritual guidance?
I was already a successful astrologer when I started pursing my Master of Science degree in “Experimental Metaphysics” in my early 30’s. I wanted to see if astrology could stand up to rigorous academic scrutiny. I was in the Individualized Studies program at Central Washington University requiring me to take half of my required credits from the university’s catalogue and allowing me to design my own individual courses for the other half of the credits. From the university, I studied “Advanced Statistics”, “Abnormal Psychology and Psi Phenomenon” “World Religions” “Eastern Philosophy” as well as “Experimental Design”. I wanted to know what makes for a sound test for scientific inquiry, and how to spot flaws in experiments falsely claiming, or disclaiming, proof of psi phenomena. I designed courses in “Astrology and Jungian psychology”, “Eastern and Western mysticism”, “The I Ching” and “Non-Traditional Healing”
My scientific training has helped me in keeping my astrology readings relevant and applicable in client’s lives and helps prevent me from making outlandish claims that are not verifiable astrologically. My studies in psychology, philosophy and religions give me many resources to draw from in helping clients through challenges and to continue to grow and evolve in life.
- What role do the chakras play in your astrological practice, and how do they complement each other in personal growth?
I became interested in the chakras at the same time I became interested in astrology in the early 70’s. I use my chakras every day in my yoga and meditation practice. I think of it as “tuning my instrument before I play it”. I work with clients every day and I want to be at my best for them and find that yoga and meditation awaken my upper chakras, that lie dormant without attention. The upper chakras awaken intuition, spiritual vision and pure awareness, which all add to the quality of readings.
I have also learned how to remove energy blocks using my work with the chakras, which adds another depth to my readings by sharing with clients techniques for working through energy blocks and imbalances.
- In your experience, how can people best use astrology not just for prediction, but for creating a more meaningful and fulfilling life?
This dovetails with the first question in that first and foremost, astrology helps people identify and accept who they most naturally are. Every chart has challenging aspects—astrology doesn’t cause challenges, but it helps identify the root causes and what can be done to move beyond the challenge.
The study of one’s own astrology promotes consciousness growth by helping people become conscious of what they were not conscious of before. Astrology doesn’t limit us, it shows us what issues need to be resolved to continue to grow, evolve, and awaken to our birth potential.
This week’s astrology forecast: March 31st – April 6th
Port Townsend: I will be in Port Townsend April 4th – 6th offering astrology readings. Contact Laurie by email or phone to arrange your appointment.
Email: Dpond11@gmail.com Phone: 360-918-8411
Reno: I will be in Reno, Nevada April 25th -27th, giving a talk on Friday night and offering astrology consultations throughout the weekend:
Astrology for 2025: A New Wind Blowing
Friday, April 25th, 6:00 PM $25
626 Humbolt St Reno, Nevada
Recording of the talk available to everyone (contact us to order)
The next 12 months will be the most intense period of astrological changes in history, with every planet changing signs--shifting the energy field considerably. The major, formative planets are also changing elements from the Earth and Water signs (heavy, dense, slow) to the Fire and Air signs (lighter and faster moving). These major planets will also be moving into harmonious aspects with each other, facilitating those who can master this new frequency to accelerate their growth in consciousness and manifest their dreams. We will explore methods to help you spread your wings and soar with the new winds blowing.
To Register: Call Lorna at 775 322 7438 and leave a message with your phone number clearly.
Astrology Consultations: I will be available for astrology readings throughout the weekend. Contact Laurie by email or telephone to make arrangements.
Message for the week:
An interesting week with many harmonious aspects and one funky day, Thursday. April fool’s day on Tuesday, features the Moon conjunct the trickster planet Uranus and several positive aspects—perfect for good humored pranks. The “heads up” day this week is Thursday, with the Moon being hammered by disruptive squares all day long, creating a moody, rather sullen day when people seem to take offense over most anything.
Friday is quite a turnaround with three major positive aspects making for one of the most favorable days of the year. Mars, Saturn, and Uranus are all interacting in support of each other—dare to be different and stay open to an innovative approach to whatever you are doing.
The weekend should be smooth, active, and enjoyable with the Sun in a stimulating sextile to abundant Jupiter and the two cosmic lovers, Mars and Venus, also in a harmonious dance with each other.
Monday: A quiet day in the heavens with the Moon in steady Taurus with no aspects. Enjoy the calm and go at your own pace with the Taurus mantra, “quality first, completion in its time”. With Mercury still being retrograde, it is a good day to tie things up and bring them to completion.
Tuesday: A perfect day in the heavens for April Fool’s Day with the Moon in Taurus conjunct the merry prankster Uranus and in a stimulating sextile to the flirtatious Mercury/Venus conjunction. Expect the unexpected and enjoy the light-hearted energy. The Moon enters inquisitive Gemini this afternoon in harmony with Neptune and Pluto enhancing all communications with others.
Wednesday: Another stellar day in the heavens with the Moon in inquisitive Gemini in a energizing sextile to the Sun, creating a light-hearted mood and an easy flow with others. Opportunity abounds this afternoon as the Moon moves into a conjunction with expansive Jupiter—approach the day with the attitude that opportunity is in the air and stay open to how it may show up.
Thursday: A “heads up” day with the Moon starting the off in Gemini, square to the triple conjunction of Mercury, Venus, and Saturn and then the Moon moves into emotionally sensitive Cancer this afternoon in a square to Neptune. It might be wise to keep to yourself today, while people are likely to be uber sensitive and defensive.
Friday: Three major harmonious aspects mark this as a special day—one of the best this year. Responsible Saturn is sextile to groundbreaking Uranus, providing sudden insights into being innovative in fulfilling tasks and responsibilities. Mars, the planet of initiating action, is also sextile to Uranus and trine to Saturn, providing motivation and will power to carry out your innovative ideas. The Moon is in nurturing Cancer square the Sun in Aries this evening—you may feel some push/pull between wanting to retreat within yourself or getting fired up and do something. You choose.
Saturday: Pick your pleasure today—almost every activity will be supported and enhanced with this cosmic boost. The Moon is in nurturing Cancer supported by Uranus and Saturn, as well as being conjunct empowering Mars and favorably aligned with the romantic Venus/Mercury conjunction. The Moon moves into fun-loving Leo tonight and trine to imaginative Neptune. All-in-all, a great day in the heavens—enjoy!
Sunday: The weekend keeps getting better with the Sun in an activating sextile to fortunate Jupiter, as well as Venus (love) being in a harmonious trine to Mars (passion). The Moon is in high-spirited Leo with no aspects, contributing to the “playday” vibe of the day.
May the stars be with you!
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