EP 117: Cosmic Chaos: Navigating Retrogrades, Eclipses, and Goddess Energy

In this episode guest co-host Theadora and I have an intimate fireside chat this week’s astrology, March 10th - 16th, 2025, how it’s feeling in our vessel’s, and how we’re supporting the experience in our practical and magical practices as well as how the goddess energy is guiding, supporting, or calling us out in these energies as well. 

Theadora’s Bio :

• Storytelling enthusiast with a passion for liberation and empowerment.
• 10+ in Learning & Development, having trained leaders at top tech companies.
• Podcaster, writer, and creator with a global audience.
• Creator of the Mediocre Black Woman podcast and substack

• Key Points in this Episode:

Venus/Aphrodite in Retrograde (March 1 - April 12th)

• Venus, the goddess of love, beauty, and values, is currently in retrograde.
• What does this mean? A time for introspection in relationships, finances, and values.
• Exploring the energy of Aphrodite: Her energy of pleasure and joy.
• How to work with Venus retrograde: Reflect, reassess, and connect with resources.

Lilith in 2025

• Lilith, archetype representing primal equity, voice, and independence.
• In the Year of the Snake, Lilith holds space for deep transformation and magical mentoring (especially within our community, March - June).
• What does Lilith's energy invite? Shadow work, empowerment, reclaiming your personal power, and voice.
• How to connect with Lilith through intuition, self-reflection, speaking up or walking away..

This Week's Astrological Overview

• Tuesday, March 11th: Eclipse energy begins. Mercury conjunct Venus. Exploring the implications of these alignments.
• Wednesday, March 12th: Sun Saturn cazimi. A moment of cleansing and resetting self discipline.
• Friday, March 14th: Full Moon Total Lunar Eclipse in Virgo. Understanding the themes of release, purification, and service.
• Saturday, March 15th: Mercury stations retrograde. Communication challenges and opportunities for review.
• The overall theme: Intense, transformative, plot twist energy that requires grounding.

Grounding Through Eclipse Season: Your Simple To-Do List

• The key to navigating this intense period: A simple, practical approach to self-care.
• Mat: Physical movement, practice with on via UnicornWellnessStudio.com
• Meditation/Energy Healings: Calming the mind and aligning your energ via UnicornWellnessStudio.com.
• Hydration: Nourishing the body with water.
• Rest: Prioritizing sleep and allowing for rejuvenation.
• Why these practices are essential: To stay centered, balanced, and resilient.
• How to integrate these practices into your daily routine.

About Theadora:

Theadora’s stories reach audiences worldwide, with particularly strong support from listeners in Ghana and India—shout-out to these incredible communities.

With over a decade of experience in Learning and Development, today’s guest has designed impactful training for mid-level managers and executives at some of the world’s largest tech companies. In addition, her podcasting journey over the past five years has included producing and hosting shows for brands and leading her own corporate podcast.

This guest believes we’re living in a powerful moment in history, when stories can travel across borders with just the click of a button. Whether through a microphone, a blank page, or a virtual stage, she is committed to stories that liberate, empower, and inspire others to embrace their truth

Connect with Thea:

• Listen to The Mediocre Black Woman Podcast on Spotify.
• Subscribe to The Mediocre Black Woman on Substack.
• Check out the Goddesshood podcast on Spotify
• Explore Say What you Need to Say podcast on Spotify

Additional Resources:

• Activate 30 - days Guest Access on UnicornWellnessStudio.com Offering 30-min classical Pilates workouts in alignment to the astrological season and lunar cycles and Tandy's 41-day food reset at this link here in preparation of the astrological new year. 

• Subscribe to Tandy's weekly newsletter for more astrology insights and practical tips.
• Follow and DM on Instagram @tandy_gutierrez 

Additional episodes you might enjoy:

EP 116: Weekly Astrology & Wellness Forecast March 10th - 16th, 2025

EP 104: Shaved Heads and Shifting Narratives - also with Thea

EP 101: From Meta to Magic: Stories of Liberation and Empowerment - also with Thea

EP 95: Nodes of Fate: Stepping into the Pisces Dream and Leaving Virgo Perfectionism Behind