Astrology of Midlife Awakening and Sacred Transitions with Raina Elkins

What if midlife isn't a crisis to survive, but a sacred initiation to step into? In this episode, I sit down with astrologer and coach Raina Elkins to explore how astrology—particularly Saturn and Uranus transits—can help us understand the profound shifts that happen during midlife (ages 35-53). We dive deep into Sabian symbols, a unique astrological tool that adds powerful layers of meaning to your birth chart, creating a personalized blueprint for your soul's journey. Raina shares how women can move from self-abandonment to self-honoring, why everything falling apart might be the universe calling you home to yourself, and how to work with planetary transits instead of resisting them. In This Episode: What Sabian symbols are and how they reveal your soul's story The difference between natal charts and solar returns Why ages 42-43 are pivotal (hello, Uranus opposition!) Saturn returns at 30 and 60—what they mean for your evolution Moving from self-abandonment to authentic alignment How to navigate midlife transitions without making rash decisions Using astrology for relationship readings and understanding your partnership About Raina Elkins: Raina Elkins is an astrologer, coach, and healer specializing in midlife transitions. She blends astrology with coaching and healing work to help women understand major life transits—not as breakdowns, but as initiations into deeper truth and alignment. Raina works with Sabian symbols to add profound layers of meaning to astrological readings, helping clients connect with their soul's blueprint. Special Offer for Listeners: Get 40% off an astrology reading with Raina using code ASTRO40 Visit: rainaelkins.com ✨ The deeper work lives on Substack and in my book. Rose Wippich — weekly essays on Remembering, Returning, and Reclaiming the energy, voice, and years that are yours. If you're ready to stop fading and start reigning, meet me there. Substack Link Rose Wippich is an Energy Alchemist & Empowerment Guide, Reiki Master Teacher, qigong and yoga instructor, and author of Empress Rising. She's here for the woman who knows she's ready for something more — the one who feels the pull of her next chapter but isn't quite sure how to step into it. Through her book, podcast, and teaching, Rose inspires and guides women in midlife to reclaim their energy, identity, and voice — and step boldly into their Empress years. 📖 Book: EMPRESS RISING: Own Your Energy, Trust Your Wisdom & Rewrite the Rules of Aging. If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend, subscribe to the podcast. Please review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ via Apple Review or Podchaser. Produced by Rose Wippich | Chat Off The Mat Podcast © 2026 Rose Wippich