How I prepare for My Solar Return

Your Birthday is More Than a Milestone
It’s a cosmic reset—a powerful energetic checkpoint.
After eight years of working deeply with astrology, I’ve developed a birthday ritual rooted in reflection, intention setting, and what I like to call self-celebration. Here’s how I align with the stars each year:

1. Work with Your Profections
This ancient Hellenistic technique is my favorite birthday tool. It gives you a clear theme for the year ahead by showing which house and planet rule your solar year.
Before my birthday, I reflect on the house I’m wrapping up—what I’ve learned, what’s shifting. Then, I look at the new house and ruling planet I’m stepping into. For example, I’m entering a 7th House year ruled by Virgo/Mercury. So I’ve been laying groundwork in partnerships, improving communication, and checking in with my partner. (I break this down more in the video.)

2. Review Significant Transits
Take a look at where the outer planets are in relation to your natal chart. If they’re four or five signs away from key placements, you’re likely experiencing major transitions.
In the video, I share how my Saturn Return and Uranus transits brought unexpected changes and breakthroughs. Reflecting on these helps me mentally and emotionally integrate what I’ve been through—and ask the most important question:
What is ready to shift or move forward?

3. Study Your Solar Return Charts
Your Solar Return chart is a snapshot of the sky when the Sun returns to your natal degree. Comparing last year’s themes with the upcoming chart can reveal powerful patterns and invitations for growth.
Last year, Aries energy dominated my chart—fueling action, leadership, and a need to reflect on how I impact others. I took bold steps in my goals and learned a lot in the process. This year, my chart hints at stepping into a more emotional or nurturing role. (Could motherhood be in the cards? We’ll see!)
You’ll also hear me discuss how the Aries themes are shifting from personal to professional—especially in relation to my career path.

4. Align with Upcoming Transits
Awareness = empowerment.
Look ahead at key transits in the coming months and set supportive goals. Know when to expect challenges, opportunities for growth, and when the cosmos is giving you a green light for rest, communication, or decisive action.

Final Thoughts
Your Solar Year deserves reflection.
It’s an invitation to align with your purpose, recognize how far you’ve come, and step into your next chapter with awareness and intention.

 If you want support navigating your new year, mention you would like a Solar Return Reading with me—I’d love to explore it with you!