Blog – Tagged "student of the universe"– Page 2

Human Connection, Visual Journaling + Travel

by Marjorie Cottrell April 28, 2023

It is through the tug of war between self and other where I learn the most. What others reflect back onto me helps me see myself in new ways. For better or worse.

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Always An Outcast, Never Alone: Adventures of An Astrologer

by Marjorie Cottrell April 11, 2023

There is paradox embedded in all of life. I hold the paradox. Churn it and smile at it. Otherwise it will drive me mad.

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How Do You Engage With the Circumstances of Your Life?

by Marjorie Cottrell January 11, 2023

Birth chart readings can show us what we are entangled with but also provide opportunities to ponder and reflect on how we engage with the circumstances of our lives.

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Upcoming Workshop: Astrology for Creatives

by Marjorie Cottrell August 09, 2022

I'm honored to bring this offering to you and can't wait to explore the intersection of astrology, creativity and introspection!

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What Does Success Mean?

by Marjorie Cottrell July 14, 2022

What does success mean to you? Wisdom from an eight-year-old, Martha Beck and Pema Chodron.

Ventura, California

by Marjorie Cottrell April 19, 2022

Even though my trip was bookended by gridlock LA traffic on a shuttle ride that took hours, all I could do was look at the palm trees and smile.

Love Enclosed: Venus' Enclosure Through the Houses

by Marjorie Cottrell March 10, 2022

What happens to some of us, happens to all of us and we are all feeling both the collective unfolding as well as the individual ways transits present themselves in our own lives.

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Vacuums + The Wounded Healer

by Marjorie Cottrell March 08, 2022

A wounding experience deepens our ability to empathize and offer compassion. So aren't we all wounded healers, I wonder?

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Where's the Wisdom?

by Marjorie Cottrell February 14, 2022

We all have access to wisdom and there is no limit. Similar to love. There is more than enough.

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The Process of Becoming

by Marjorie Cottrell December 02, 2021

Be sure not to miss details on my December Book Giveaway at the bottom!

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What Keeps Finding You?

by Marjorie Cottrell October 21, 2021

Begin to take note of what continues to find you. Observe with intent and notice how the presence of these small appearances can bring comfort and offer direction.

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Since I've begun intimately studying ancient astrology nearly a year ago, the push and pull between a person's ability to exercise free will and the idea that our lives are determined follows me everywhere I go.