Dear Mallory

Dear Mallory,

I've been working on a book project that benefits my academic career for two years now, but lately I've been lagging in interest and motivation. Instead, I've been spending more time on my creative projects. How can I channel the spark and course correct on my book project or is the universe sending me a message to reconsider other factors?

Sincerely,

Creative Seeker

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Dear Creative Seeker,

Your chart reveals prominent placements in Scorpio, Virgo, and Sagittarius, a combination that explains both your drive and your current tension.

  • Sun, Venus, Uranus in Scorpio = deep, immersive, obsessive work
  • Saturn + North Node in Virgo = discipline, refinement, mastery

No wonder you’re writing a book.

You are well suited for long-form, diligent work, translating deep knowledge into something precise, useful and enduring.

But here’s the friction: Your Gemini Moon + Sagittarius.

  • Gemini Moon + Sagittarius Mercury, Mars, Rising = curiosity, exploration, need for stimulation

While your Scorpio nature compels intense focus, your Gemini Moon becomes restless without novelty.

Your Sagittarius placements amplify this even further: You are driven to explore, question, and discover.

Translation:

Your chart is split between two legitimate callings:

  • The Virgo Producer = disciplined, structured, focused on completion
  • The Sagittarius/Scorpio Creator = exploratory, creative, fueled by curiosity and depth

You are built to create freely and produce something academically rigorous
but timing is everything.

Here's the trick. You need to know when to feed your Sagittarius/Gemini energy vs. your Virgo discipline.

What the planets are doing right now

As of March 2026, Pisces has been heavily activated:

The Sun, Mercury, Mars, and North Node were all moving through Pisces, your house of communication, ideas, and exchange.

This is where your book originates.

But Pisces brings: fog, drift, loss of direction, a pull toward meaning over obligation.

Pisces dissolves structure. It tests motivation. It resists force.

At the same time Aries is lit up. 

With Sun, Venus, Saturn, and Neptune moving through Aries, your energy is shifting toward: movement, initiation and new ideas.

You are being pulled toward ignition, not refinement.

And probably most notable, Uranus in late Taurus is now opposing your Scorpio placements, bringing:

  • Creative rebellion
  • Emotional detachment from old commitments
  • A need to redefine why you’re doing the work

It’s asking: “Is your current way of working still sustainable?”

Why you likely feel stuck

Two years into your book, you’ve entered the Virgo phase: editing, refinement and completion. 

But this directly conflicts with the current transit and your moon's need for: inspiration, exploration and curiosity 

Your creative projects aren’t distracting you. They’re reviving you.

You’re not losing discipline, you’re in a temporary phase where you’re better off feeding your Sagittarius and Gemini energy.

Looking ahead

The Pisces Pile Up, Today - May 11 

Expect: Fog, drift and low motivation.

Not a time for: Forcing output or rigid structure.

Best for:

  • Creative expression
  • Spiritual practices
  • Exploration and discovery

No pressure to produce. Let the book breathe and evolve.

Goal: Reconnect to why it matters


Aries Activated | March 20 - April 19 

Expect: Creative spark and desire for newness

Not a time for: Editing, efficiency or finalizing 

Best for:

  • Exploring new angles
  • Experimenting with voice
  • Capturing ideas quickly

This is a time of ignition, not execution.


Taurus Season (After April 20)

This is when Earth energy returns.

  • Edit
  • Structure
  • Organize
  • Complete

This is when the book can move forward in a grounded, consistent way.


The Deeper Truth

This isn’t just about timing. It’s about sequence: Fire starts it. Water reimagines it.
Earth completes it.

Right now, you’re in water, trying to behave like earth. That’s why it feels off.

The Bottom Line

Don’t put the book down. Change the way you’re holding it until your energy catches up.

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