My interest in astrology sparked in 2018 after reading an online article. I learned there is more to astrology than the Sun sign – every planet, asteroid, and even mathematical points fall into a zodiac sign. I found my Moon sign in Libra and everything resonated with me deeply. The sense of being seen was overwhelming. Running parallel to my introduction to astrology was the downward spiral of my life. My serious case of chronic identity crisis was reaching a fever pitch.

In late 2019, I had to move back home. I didn’t know it at the time, but I was about to meet (or reconnect) with some of the best friends one could ask for. Their perspectives on life and what it means to be human enabled me to keep searching for my truth. Shortly after, in early 2021, I experienced the deep grief that only comes when you lose someone you love all too soon for the first time. Though I’ve always known we are never promised tomorrow, my mortality had never truly been challenged like it was when my dear friend of mine passed away. I was pushed to the point where I could no longer ignore what my soul was begging for – a connection to the divine and a way of making sense of my human experience. So, I turned to astrology.

In late 2019, I had to move back home. My feelings were mixed, but I was hopeful this change would get me on a better track. I didn’t know it at the time, but I was about to meet (and reconnect) with some of the best friends I could ask for. Their unique perspectives on life and what it means to be human enabled me to keep searching for my truth. 

In true Mercury-ruled fashion (shout out to all the Virgo and Gemini risings reading this), I eagerly studied astrology through books, articles, blogs, podcasts, pretty much any content I could get my eyes or ears on. This intense studying didn’t fulfill what my soul craved though. After growing up in a spiritually restrictive religion, I didn’t know what my individual spirituality looked like, much less how to express it in an affirming way. What I was raised with no longer aligned with how I view and move about this world, but didn’t know what that looked like for me.  

Throughout 2023, I began experimenting with how I connect to the universe and its infinite wisdom. I reconnected with my intuition – something I was taught not to listen to or trust. I learned most of the anxiety I felt was never mine to begin with. With this new understanding, I developed healthier ways to release negative energy I created or picked up along the way. I finally began to feel a sense of inner stability and more connected to myself than ever before.

As I was working to deepen my relationship with my spirit guides and higher self, I began to feel “the nudge.” Like an annoying earworm, I was being told it’s time to share the beautiful language of astrology with anyone curious enough to learn. Like most gifted people, I let imposter syndrome and the “what ifs” run the narrative. I had come to a standstill on my life path. 

The stand-off with my future was the theme of most therapy sessions at the time. I sat on my therapist’s couch and droned on about how I had no clue as to what I was supposed to do. I applied for countless jobs, yet nothing would come of it. As I continued my pleas for direction, my therapist pulled out a box of cards from her bag and offered to ask the tarot. After a few moments and what felt like a third of the deck, she looked me directly in the eyes and said, “You know what you’re supposed to be doing.” My soul buzzed, and I finally said it out loud – “I’m supposed to be an astrologer.”

Finally, I faced my new path, yet I remained frozen in place. I had no clue how to start a business. I didn’t believe I was qualified to be an astrologer. I figured no one would support this conquest. I said, “yes,” to my future, but wouldn’t take my first step towards it. “All you need to do is take that first step. Start with something simple like creating a logo and doors will begin to open,” my therapist would say encouragingly. (Bless her heart, I’m sure she felt like a broken record and wondered when I would get it through my thick skull.) 

Claiming any identity that is not widely accepted by society or the communities you grow up or live within takes immense courage. Telling the people in my life, including those I knew would be supportive, about my goal of being a professional astrologer felt like coming out of the closet. As does anything one does repetitively though, it became easier, and I began to truly feel and believe it.

I still had a pretty big hurdle to jump. I couldn’t continue teaching – not only was it taking an immense toll on my mental and emotional health,  it wasn’t feasible for me to start a business with the demands of public education. So, I did what I would recommend to anyone who is stuck between a rock and a hard place, I took a leave of absence. (Disclaimer: I understand taking a full leave isn’t always possible. However, I truly believe if you have a smidge of faith, a decent support system, and are on the right path, you will always be taken care of.) 

After nearly two months of doing a hard reset on my mind, body, and spirit, doors not only opened, but were paved with lighting like the glowing tape running down an airplane aisle leading me to my closest exit from the life I had been living. I began a new job I had always wanted but never believed was in the cards for me. More importantly, this job would free up enough of my mental and emotional energy to be able to pursue my newest calling.

Between the ongoing tug-of-war with imposter syndrome and natural determination, I started making small steps towards launching Mercurial Minds Astrology. I began with learning how modern mystic entrepreneurs started and analyzing what made them successful and continued studying the vast landscape of astrology. One day in March 2025, something clicked and I hit the ground running in a way I hadn’t before. A short time later, Mercurial Minds Astrology was officially born – and the best thing about birthing something into the world, is to watch it grow, evolve, and take on a life of its own.

If you have made it this far, thank you for letting me share my story with you. I hope it will encourage you to continue forward on your unique path, seek guidance from within, and always persevere – you may never see the beautiful rainbow on the other side if you don’t! The ancient wisdom of astrology has been an invaluable tool for me; I firmly believe it can be for you as well, no matter who you are, where you are in life, where you come from, or where you are going. I would love nothing more than to help you actualize the life of your dreams using the beautiful oracle we call astrology. 

With all the love and light,

Kaylee