Julie Francis Writer

02/12/2026

This Aquarius solar eclipse brings unexpected changes, new insights, and a chance to break old patterns. Here is what to expect and how to navigate the energy with more ease and awareness.

02/11/2026

I put the pencil down
And picked up the sharpener
To spin spin spin in my mind
What the pencil point would look like when it’s done sharpening
The pencil rolled away

A poem moment by

02/01/2026

Neptune entered Aries again on Monday, January 26. We had a preview of what Neptune in Aries was going to feel like from March 30, 2025 to October 22, 2025. Neptune got as far as 2 degrees Aries before stationing retrograde and asking us to start reviewing the Aries area of our chart followed by what felt like a very long retrograde back to 29 degrees Pisces (or is that just me? 2025 was rough 😂).

✨ What came up for you during this time?
✨ What were you reviewing and making finishing touches on?
✨ Did you let anything go?
✨ What happened that surprised you?

Now, Neptune has re-entered Aries for a solid 12 year transit (until May 22, 2038 when for a brief time Neptune will enter Ta**us before stationing retrograde and traveling back into Aries. Something to keep in mind because astrology is the study of the quality of time, but for now, we’ll focus on Neptune in Aries.)

Neptune in Aries is going to create a collective shift from emotive watery depths to fiery dreams and actions.

This change is going to take some time to get used to. You may notice that what felt ideal before no longer does.

It’s possible that feelings of disillusionment could come over you and others in a way you’ve never experienced.

Pay attention to what you’re drawn to and how it makes you feel or act. Explore what makes you feel driven.

This is your once in a lifetime opportunity to experience Neptune in Aries. You may not have the time to keep up with how quickly things change or fluctuate or you may not have the energy or interest to take notes.

Prepare yourself for getting well acquainted with the Aries area of your birth chart because Saturn re-enters Aries on February 13…

01/14/2026

This is a song for Renee Good. A song for all of us.

I wrote it on Friday and singing it feels like the only thing that has got me through the heart wrenching confusion of what humanity is becoming. Of what our world is becoming.

May it support you in the ways that you need.

Renee, may you rest in love and peace.

01/07/2026

This is a place for words, song, moon rhythms, and slow devotion to the natural world. For tending the heart and spirit through creativity, nature, and deeper listening to yourself and to the mystery moving through everything.

You’re invited to stay, just as you are.

🌿 Julie

11/06/2024

Let’s get to work and light up the sky with stars ✨✨✨

10/31/2024

Get out and vote!

Your vote matters.

Your vote makes a difference.

Your vote is powerful way for you to express yourself and your vision for our world.

Don’t forget to get your sticker on the way out 😜

08/17/2024

I absolutely LOVE being an astrologer

It feeds my heart & spirit in so many ways

I’m working on my marketing for my Sept/Oct sale and it’s giving me allll the feels of excitement, happiness and joy! 💛

If you’re looking for deep insights, transforming the way you to relate to yourself, and to embody empowering self-care, I would love to be your astrologer! 🤩💫

DM me if you’d like to learn more!

08/16/2024

Where are my astrology loving besties?

✨ the mystical folks that love the mysteries of the universe

✨ the inner world adventurers

✨ the spiritual seekers

✨ the cosmic medicine makers

✨ the star struck healers

Hey, I’m Julie!

Let’s be friends 💖

08/13/2024

With Mars conjunct Jupiter in Gemini, success and disruption are intertwined.

Neither planet's influence will dominate; instead, their energies will blend, bringing both challenges and opportunities.

Embrace the unexpected and see where this powerful aspect takes you. 🌟💫

08/13/2024

Mars and Jupiter's conjunction in Gemini offers a mixed bag of experiences—expect a blend of challenges and growth. Mars, the planet of action, meets Jupiter, the planet of expansion, creating a dynamic energy that may surprise you. Stay flexible and open to unexpected outcomes.

What's coming up for you with this astrology?

Read the blog post: https://juliefrancis.me/blog/mars-conjunct-jupiter-and-what-it-could-mean-for-you

On Wednesday, August 14, Mars and Jupiter will be conjunct at 16 degrees Gemini. The exact moment of the conjunction is 11:21 am Eastern Time, but you will likely be experiencing the energy from this conjunction several days before and afterwards. With Mars conjunct Jupiter in Gemini there is a pot

08/13/2024

🌙 Ever felt lost or ungrounded in your daily life?

Join me in my free online workshop, Astrology for Intuitive Self-Care, on aligning your daily life and schedule with your astrology birth chart! Learn how to embody your natal moon phase and sign, and prioritize self-care.

Plus, you have a chance to win a free astrology reading!

Register now:

Join Julie, owner of Softening Studio, in this free workshop about aligning yourself with your astrology birth chart and current transits for intuitive self-care. You’ll learn about your natal moon phase and sign, and when you finish the workshop you will know how to embody your moon in your daily...