To the Moon and Back

Explore the relationship between astrology and mental health as our guest expert, Integrative Psychotherapist Kiki Erickson, unravels the effect of the outer planets on two pivotal celestial bodies: the Moon and Mercury.  Kiki sheds light on the delicate balance of using astrological insight as a supportive tool, without losing sight of personal agency. Tune in to learn how astrology, when harnessed responsibly, can become a powerful aid in your mental health journey. In this episode, we explore: ✨ The responsibility you carry with the language of astrology ✨ The importance of having multiple tools to support you ✨ Not letting spiritual tools replace a diagnosis or treatment ✨ Uranus and the potential for anxiety ✨ Neptune and the potential for depression ✨ Pluto and the potential for obsessive thoughts ✨ Jupiter and the potential for love-bombing ✨ Saturn and the potential for self-policing About our guest: Kiki Erickson is an Integrative Psychotherapist with more than twenty years experience of helping individuals, couples, and groups to heal. She specializes in areas of trauma, addiction, codependency, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, self-esteem, problem-solving, and life transitions. As an integrative psychotherapist, Kiki tailors therapy according to the unique needs of her clients using a combination of the following approaches: EMDR, Trauma theory, Attachment theory, Energy psychology, Mindfulness meditation, Somatic body psychotherapy, and psychodynamic orientations. Kiki began a formal study of astrology with Debra Silverman in early 2015, and taught in Debra's Applied Astrology school from 2016-2021. Kiki combines her remarkable intuitive ability and professional experience with her knowledge of the stars and now offers the most comprehensive and profound healing sessions yet. Work with her:  www.kikierickson.com Facebook: facebook.com/astrokikiseattle Instagram: @astrokiki

In this episode, I'm joined by sage Astrologer Sharon Lair to explore: ✨ What to do when you don't know your birth time ✨ The process of deducing an "iffy" birth time ✨ How to tell when a chart truly fits your personality ✨ A deep dive into the 12 rising signs ✨ How each of the rising signs move through the world Sharon Lair is an accomplished and compassionate Astrologer, Numerologist, and intuitive oracle card reader. You may recognize her as a Master Mentor for Debra Silverman's Applied Astrology School, or from her work with oracle cards certified by Colette Baron-Reid. Sharon is currently the only Chart Rectification Specialist endorsed by Debra Silverman, helping clients around the world solve the mystery of an uncertain birth time. Sharon recently celebrated her 30th wedding anniversary, and as a true Cancerian, is surrounded by a blended family of six children, seven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. To work with Sharon, email sharon@findyourwisdom.com or visit www.findyourwisdom.com

If you feel stuck, uninspired, jaded, or lack motivation… There is nothing wrong with you! Somewhere along the way, you might’ve stopped living in your joy. Maybe you forgot what it feels like, and need a reminder. Whether you have a zest for life or are finding your spark, in this episode you’ll receive tools to live wholeheartedly in abundance, including:  ✨ What the planet of joy and expansion does ✨ How it shows up in the 12 signs  ✨ Where to work with it in the 12 houses  ✨ Birth chart aspects to Jupiter  ✨ How to harness these transits  ✨ Synastry of honoring each other’s joy  Access 4 astrology classes for $44/month, 50% off readings with me, +200 hours of past class recordings: www.members.witchykid.com

Travel back in time with fellow Astrologer Cole Prots, to hear what we wish we had known when we launched our astrology practices, including: ✨ What to expect while working in a spiritual industry ✨ How to honor your audience ✨ Finding your niche  ✨ Ways to connect with each client differently ✨ The importance of defining your own spiritual practice ✨ General tomfoolery & more Connect with Cole: He's one of my favorite Geminis, so let me hype him up for a moment! With Saturn conjunct his Moon, you can always expect real talk. His comedically-fresh approach has garnered over 3.5 million followers, where you can follow along daily on TikTok and Instagram at @jkitscole. In his own words: "Seen on Netflix, and at your local free clinic." 

Forget everything you think you know about Saturn. We'll take out the guesswork and fear-mongering to see Saturn in an empowered way... as the challenge to change what's no longer working, and amplify what is. In this episode, we explore: ✨ What Saturn represents ✨ Saturn transit ages you experience before the return ✨ The life lesson of Saturn in all 12 signs ✨ How Saturn transits are calculated ✨ How often you experience a Saturn checkpoint ✨ Brief look at aspects to Saturn ✨ Affirmations to support this journey Click here to get a copy of my 2023 Saturn return guide ~ It contains 50+ pages of distilled information, a workbook section with a 12-month journal sequence, and more. 

Let’s spice it up for Valentine’s Day with my friend Malika Semper, who specializes in relationship astrology! In this episode, we cover: ✨ What synastry is, and how works ✨ Where to find the “soulmate” marker in a birth chart 👀 🔥 ✨ Navigating conflict using astrology ✨ Making peace with past relationships ✨ & more! Learn Synastry + explore Malika’s offerings: @malika_semper_astrology on Instagram malikasemperastrology.com Facebook & Youtube: Malika Semper Astrology

In this episode, we: ✨ Explore how to cultivate the most aligned conditions we each need to give + receive love, according to the Moon ✨ Learn the function of the Moon, personally and in relationship ✨ Hear a deep dive of the Moon in each sign, according to what makes them feel safe and seen ✨ Discover how to show up more authentically for the important people in your life ✨ Validate your own processing style and vocalize your needs with others