Please enjoy this little example of Georgia’s Newsletter from earlier this year, still relevant with Uranus leaving Gemini in just a few days. Sign up here today!
When things aren’t all right.
When things aren’t right, we feel it deep within ourselves, it’s a visceral sensation, hard to put into words but impossible to ignore. As the sense of wrongness intensifies, our discomfort grows until it reaches a tipping point. In response, people often act in unexpected ways: some withdraw from relationships or abruptly leave their jobs, while others may join protests, write passionate letters to leaders, or speak out in public forums, regardless of the consequences. Just as we react strongly when our discomfort becomes overwhelming, the founding fathers were moved by their own profound sense that things were not right. This deep unease compelled them to take bold, decisive actions, organizing resistance, drafting declarations, and shaping the course of history.
Some of the most challenging issues colonists faced stemmed from the British government’s imposition of new taxes while simultaneously diminishing colonial representation in decision-making. For example, the Stamp Act of 1765 required colonists to pay taxes on nearly all printed materials—including newspapers, legal documents, and even playing cards—making everyday transactions more expensive and burdensome. Later, the Townshend Acts placed duties on vital imports such as lead, tea, paper, paint, and glass, further straining colonial businesses and households. These measures disrupted the previously beneficial and reciprocal trade between England and the Colonies, which had thrived through the mid-18th century due to their mutual dependence on each other’s goods.
As the British tightened trade restrictions and enforced these new taxes, resentment grew among colonists, who saw their economic freedom and prosperity threatened. The shift from cooperation to conflict became increasingly apparent as these policies not only hindered daily life and business operations but also undermined the sense of partnership that had once defined the colonial relationship with England.
Throughout history, moments of profound social unrest have often coincided with the astrological transit of Uranus in Gemini—a pattern that continues to repeat itself every 84 years and which was where it was found in the astrological chart of the USA Declaration of Independence. Whenever Uranus returns to Gemini, issues of freedom and the ability to communicate escalate. Let’s unravel how these cycles connect the upheavals of the past with the turbulence of today.
Uranus in Gemini enters the picture.
Uranus in astrology is known as the “higher octave of Mercury.” While Mercury governs everyday communication, thought, and exchange—the way we interact with one another and pass along ideas, Uranus amplifies these qualities to a collective, revolutionary level. It brings sudden change, innovation, and the urge to break free from restrictions on freedom of speech and thought. When Uranus moves through Gemini, the sign ruled by Mercury, its disruptive energy is channeled in any way it can find to maintain that freedom of thought. In Gemini, ruled by the planet Mercury, who was the god in myth who could go in and out of hell, unscathed, Mercury/Gemini in Uranus (the bigger thinker) always found a way to disrupt, invent and engage issues surrounding transport, commerce, youth, education, the press, and education.
Let’s look at how this played out in major chapters of American history. During the American Revolution, Uranus was in Gemini. This period wasn’t just marked by events like the Boston Tea Party, but by a groundswell of organized resistance with a surge in pamphlets, newspapers, and public debates that fueled revolutionary ideas. The colonists’ demands for representation and their creative means of protests such as boycotts and underground networks—embodied Gemini’s spirit of exchange and Uranus’s drive for radical change. They weren’t being heard so they figured out a way to be heard.
Fast forward to the Civil War, Uranus again made its journey through Gemini. Communication networks, such as the telegraph, became pivotal. The Underground Railroad covert system of routes and safe houses [this will be important later in this piece] that helped enslaved people escape to freedom—flourished, demonstrating how Mercury-ruled domains (transport, information-sharing, problem-solving) were electrified by Uranus’s revolutionary impulse. Social order was upended, and new forms of communication and alliance became the engines of change.
World War II brought yet another Uranus in Gemini cycle. The era was defined by massive leaps in information exchange and technology: the widespread use of radio broadcasts, codebreaking efforts like those at Bletchley Park which helped turn the war, and the mobilization of youth and workers into war efforts. These developments disrupted old structures and catalyzed sweeping social shifts, from women entering the workforce to new forms of resistance and communication.
Now, as Uranus returns to Gemini—having started its “preview” on July 7 and continuing through November 7, 2025—we see echoes of these past upheavals. Just as before, when things feel out of balance, society is compelled to speak out, adapt, and innovate. The issues at stake today—ranging from the struggles of merchants to debates over media, education, and technology—are all areas governed by Mercury and supercharged by Uranus’s urge for transformation.
In essence, whenever Uranus moves through Gemini, history shows us that established ways of communicating, learning, and organizing are upended, challenged, and then reinvented. The cycles of Uranus remind us that social unrest is not random; it often follows a cosmic rhythm, pushing society to break old patterns and find new, more dynamic ways to connect with each other and express itself. Understanding this pattern can help us navigate the current moment with a sense of perspective—and perhaps even purpose.
You may be wiping your brow saying, “whew, that was rough,” but keep in mind—it was just a preview. The official return of Uranus in Gemini, which lasts for seven years (yes, Uranus spends about seven years in each sign of the zodiac), begins in late April 2026. So, as stated at the beginning, when things aren’t right, especially in areas like media, education, technology, and trade, Uranus’s influence can spark powerful, collective responses and a revolution in thinking on how to do things very differently.
The Communication Revolution and why this time it might be different.
What sets this upcoming period apart from previous Uranus-in-Gemini cycles—which historically were marked by tangible conflict and upheaval—is the way these changes are likely to manifest. In the past, transformation often came with visible strife and “carnage,” as seen in events like wars and revolutions. This time, however, the disruption may play out even more intensely in the digital realm, particularly as Freedom of Speech is threatened and AI gains its footing.
The shift will likely occur through communication networks and social platforms no longer in mainstream, fundamentally changing how we connect, organize, and share ideas. American merchants, representing commerce and adaptability (both ruled by Mercury), the younger generation, educational systems, and new forms of digital communication—like Discord and Tik Tok, especially popular with youth—are poised to be the main drivers of this transformation. Unlike previous eras, we may witness a revolution not on the battlefield, but through the voices, innovations, and networks that emerge online and reshape society from the ground up.
Discord and Gophers
We know Tik Tok, the endless loop of information, which hypnotizes you into non-activity, but what about Discord? To explain this in terms that are easier to understand, think of the gophers that keep popping up in your garden. I know this one well, because every year I seem to be in a battle for territory with these clever little creatures, they always get away and I have to get smarter than they are. A gopher will pop its head up in one hole, and as soon as it senses you, it disappears underground—where an entire network of winding tunnels and hidden rooms exists out of sight. That’s Discord.
Just as gophers have an interconnected network of tunnels beneath the surface, Discord is a platform made up of many different communities (called servers), each head or major station with its own collection of sub-channels for conversations on various topics all connected to the original head or server. People gather and communicate in these various ‘sub-stations or tunnels’—out of view from the main paths—forming their own groups, having discussions, and sharing ideas.
The unique quality (Uranus) of Discord is that users can either join or better yet create “One Big server.” If you are a creator, then underneath the umbrella of your one big server, you can set up multiple text and voice channels, each dedicated to a specific topic or type of conversation that you the creator decides to add. This structure makes it easy to organize discussions and connect with diverse groups of people around shared interests. It is very Geminian in scope. The key is, however, that as the creator, all the subcategories are under your one server umbrella.
For example, you might host a live Q&A session in one of your channels, have a separate channel for technical support, another for general discussion, and one just for announcements—all within the same server. You are live streaming on one channel while monitoring questions from all your other channels at the very same time! This allows you to answer questions from any group under your umbrella server without repeating yourself. You also have the flexibility to mute or disable certain channels if the conversation isn’t relevant that day, share videos, or control who can participate in each space. These features make Discord a dynamic and adaptable platform for connecting, collaborating, and building communities online. If you set something like this up, you probably should also consider getting some help – just saying 😊 This is an underground system.
Just another Underground Network
Throughout history, the planet Uranus’s transition from Taurus to Gemini has often coincided with the rise of different underground networks—covert systems that emerge in response to upheaval, scarcity, or social restriction. Uranus, the planet of sudden change and rebellion, has been skewing Taurus’s association with extreme resources, stability, and commerce that have either grown exponentially or completely been depleted over the last almost seven years, thus creating fertile ground for alternative systems to form when mainstream structures are disrupted.
For instance, during the American Civil War, the Underground Railroad [mentioned earlier] provided a secret lifeline for enslaved people seeking freedom, operating as a hidden network when legal avenues were blocked. Similarly, in the American Revolution, George Washington and Benjamin Tallmadge established the Culper Spy Ring, an underground intelligence network crucial for the colonies’ success against British rule. Later, during World War II, the French Underground exemplified clandestine resistance, operating beneath the surface to support liberation efforts.
These historical episodes were not random; astrological cycles show that Uranus was either concluding its passage through Taurus or just entering Gemini during these pivotal moments. Taurus, symbolizing material security and the established order, often faces disruption when Uranus arrives, prompting those affected to innovate and organize in hidden ways, because the extremes (Uranus) of Taurus building over its seven-year run can create extreme value systems that separate people into categories of haves and have nots. The merchant class (from the word Mercury) become the have-nots, and they begin to do things in an unusual way. In other words, adapt or die.
The emergence of these underground networks reflected Uranus’s drive for change, especially when established systems (commerce, communication, or governance) became restrictive or endangered and began to be controlled by an outside threat.
As we approach another Uranus-in-Taurus-to-Gemini transition—specifically, from November 7, 2025, through April 26, 2026—we can expect similar patterns of covert adaptation and inventive problem-solving. The astrological logic suggests that when economic and social stability (Taurus) is threatened, collective ingenuity (Uranus) finds new outlets, often through decentralized means—an alternative way of thinking that coms of deep necessity.
Looking Ahead
This pattern may manifest in unexpected ways. For example, as hospital closures increase across the United States—rural hospitals have been shut down since 2010, with dozens more at risk according to the Cecil G. Sheps Center for Health Services Research —there is a growing need for alternative solutions in healthcare access. Astrologically, Uranus’s influence over large-scale transportation and systems of exchange, especially as it moves into Gemini, points to the rise of innovative organization. We may see trucks not only delivering goods but also transporting medical workers—nurses, doctors, and support staff—to underserved areas, effectively creating mobile networks of care. If we can have trucks that are blood drive trucks and ambulances, why not traveling medical facilities? This forecast aligns both with observable trends in healthcare and the historic, astrological pattern of resourceful underground responses to crisis.
In summary, the cycles of Uranus moving from late Taurus to Gemini have consistently marked eras where underground networks arise to address collective challenges, whether through secret routes to freedom, covert communication, or, in the modern era, the creative redeployment of transportation for supplying increasingly unavailable resources. Recognizing these repeating patterns can help us anticipate and navigate the disruptive but ultimately transformative times ahead.
When things aren’t right in America, the natal placement of Uranus in Gemini in our Declaration of Independence chart acts out and does things in a unique way. So, if you’re dissatisfied with what you’re seeing, consider stepping away from social media and doing things differently. You might draft a short email expressing your concerns about a recent policy or call your local government representative’s office to share your opinion. Even if they don’t answer by flooding their offices with emails and phone calls, which makes a difference, because it is not ‘ordinary’ and catches them off guard.
If you prefer, send an email to the media station instead of a traditional letter—these messages do get read, especially when their inboxes are flooded. Be resourceful and think creatively; for some people, it may feel as though things have reached a breaking point or become overwhelming. When you feel that way, channel the adaptability of Gemini and Mercury by finding new ways to communicate or establishing fresh networks. Listen to networks you don’t agree with and contrast and compare. Even study a little history – because as noted above – history inevitably repeats itself.
This is a moment for ingenuity, clever thinking, and opening your life to talking or working with young people who know their way through the ‘underground’ and discover new ways to make your voice heard. My father, who was quite Mercurial himself, and who lived to 100-years of age always told me, “Make friends with young people, not just your peers, because eventually things change and if you are still here, you need younger friends—they keep you sharp.” A horrible thought and a brutal truth. Embrace all ages, don’t stay in your own lane. Join new groups of diverse interests. Purposely seed your mind with new pathways and if they don’t work, much like the underground networks, there are many roads, and each one is a way out.
And so, what have I been doing?
Hello, friends! It’s been quite a while since my last newsletter, and I’m excited to reconnect and share my thoughts with you today. Over the past several months, I’ve been hard at work designing new classes—I taught a great class on Aspects in the Spring for Astrology Hub and that class is still available at: https://starcycles.com/downloads/astrohub-the-essential-aspects-course/
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I have also been diving into an old writing project with a fresh perspective and putting the final changes on the 2026 Starcycles Cheat Sheet. I’m thrilled to announce that the 2026 Cheat Sheet is now officially available at our website: www.starcycles.com.
With so much change and uncertainty on the horizon, the theme for the 2026 Cheat Sheet is, “There is something on the other side of the hill!” I encourage you to embrace this spirit by exploring innovative ideas, challenging yourself to learn, and giving your mind and soul a boost—because the future is something we shape together, every single day.
Upcoming Events
Though I love doing personal readings, the books are closed for 2025. This next cycle allows me to dedicate more time to writing and creative development. While individual sessions are on pause, other opportunities to connect are still going strong: I’ll be speaking both online and in person for NCGR in Albany on October 25, 2025, and doing a three-hour workshop for Astro Mexico on October 26, 2025.
There may even be a live forecast in January 2026 presented in the San Francisco Bay Area, but we are still working on that one. I will be teaching my beginning Archetypal Planets and Myths class Live and online at the Midwest School of Astrology in Cincinnati, Ohio in late April 2026 (https://www.midwestschoolofastrology.com/) and lecturing live at the United Astrology Congress (UAC) in September 2026 at the Marriott on Michigan Avenue (https://uacastrology.com/) right there in my hometown of Chicago, Illinois. So, my hopes – God willing – are to finish my current projects during this next year.
Until next time…
So, what small step can you take today to spark greater change in your life? As we welcome the Fall Equinox and embrace the changes coming out of the Solar Eclipse at 29 Virgo, let’s open our minds to fresh possibilities. I’d love to hear from you: What’s inspiring you this season, and how are you making a difference? And remember, there IS something on the other side of that hill.
Georgia Stathis
www.youtube.com/@Georgia_StarCycles
www.starcycles.com
