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  • ✨The Weekly Vibe: Hungry for Change

    In this conversation, Alison Dale explores the astrological energies of the week, focusing on the transition from the Gate of Change in Gemini to the Gate of the Gatherer. She discusses the importance of honing personal skills, embracing adventure, and grounding oneself in the sensuality of Venus in Taurus. The conversation also delves into themes of community, leadership, and emotional communication as Mercury moves into Cancer, emphasizing the need for nourishing connections and values.

    Takeaways:

    The energy of Gemini encourages interaction and collective progress.

    Honing personal skills is essential for meaningful connections.

    Venus in Taurus invites grounding and sensual experiences.

    Gate 35 (Mon-Sat) represents the journey from hunger to adventure.

    Not all experiences lead to satisfaction; discernment is key.

    Adventure can be found in everyday moments, not just travel.

    True leadership is about community and shared purpose.

    Gate 45 (Sun-next Friday) emphasizes the importance of gathering and synergy.

    Mercury in Cancer fosters emotional communication and connection.

    Nourishing relationships and values is crucial for personal growth.


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    41 min
  • New Moon in Gemini & an Enthusiastic Mercury Cazimi

    In this episode of Cycles of Time, Alison Dale discusses the astrological events of the week, focusing on the new moon in Gemini and the Mercury Cazimi. She reflects on the energetic shifts from Saturn's transition into Aries and how these changes impact personal growth and new beginnings. The conversation emphasizes the importance of presence, exploration, and communication during this transformative period.

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    Takeaways

    The recent Saturn ingress from Pisces to Aries has brought significant energetic shifts.

    Many people felt a sense of closure and new beginnings during this transition.

    The new moon in Gemini invites exploration and curiosity.

    Mercury Kazemi offers clarity and insight into our thoughts and communications.

    This week is about being present and self-assured in the moment.

    The new moon encourages us to express our truths and initiate new projects.

    Astrology can provide a framework for understanding personal experiences and growth.

    The importance of community and shared experiences in navigating astrological changes.

    The upcoming changes in the podcast format aim to enhance listener engagement.

    Feedback from listeners is crucial for shaping the future of the podcast.



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    46 min
  • Gemini Season, Saturn in Aries, and the Beauty of the Now

    In this episode of Cycles of Time, host Alison Dale discusses the astrological forecast for the week of May 19th to 25th, 2025, marking the transition into Gemini season and the significant astrological events occurring, including the Sun-Uranus conjunction and Saturn's entry into Aries.

    She reflects on personal transformations experienced during her recent Central America travels and the impact of these cosmic shifts on values and creativity. The conversation delves into the themes of presence, self-assurance, and the importance of being in the moment, as well as insights from human design related to the gates of contribution and now. Alison emphasizes the need for authenticity and the courage to embrace change as we navigate the new energies of Gemini season.

    Takeaways:

    The Sun-Uranus conjunction brings breakthroughs and shifts in values.

    Personal transformations can be recognized upon returning to routine.

    Gemini season invites curiosity and exploration.

    Presence and self-assurance are key themes this week.

    Saturn's entry into Aries marks a new chapter of responsibility.

    The importance of being in the moment and authentic expression.

    Human design insights highlight the gates of contribution and now.

    Navigating mutable energies requires trust in intuition.

    Embracing change is essential for growth and authenticity.

    Somatic practices can enhance connection and presence.

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    You can find me at astrosomatics.com, ⁠⁠⁠@cyclesoftimepodcast⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠@astro.somatics⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram, or subscribe at ⁠astrosomatics.substack.com⁠ to get the pod in your inbox every Monday.

    And don't forget to click the subscribe button or leave me a comment- I absolutely love hearing from you!

    Thanks for listening!



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    55 min
  • Illuminating Insight: The Scorpio Full Moon

    In this episode of Cycles of Time, your host Alison Dale explores the transition from Yang to Yin energy in the wheel of the year, the deep significance of Monday's Scorpio Full Moon, and the insights that arise during this transformative period.

    She discusses the role of motherhood, the importance of authenticity, and the dynamics of relationships in personal transformation. The conversation delves into the 43/23 axis in Human Design, the channel of structuring, and the journey through Gates 43 and 8, emphasizing the need for individuals to embrace their unique insights and contributions to the collective.

    Takeaways:

    The transition from Yang to Yin energy is significant.

    Motherhood embodies both receptive and fierce energies.

    The Scorpio Full Moon invites deep emotional transformation.

    Insights may come across as genius or far-fetched.

    The 4323 axis highlights the tension between insight and expression.

    The channel of structuring connects intuition to vocalization.

    Gate 43 represents breakthrough insights that need time to mature.

    Gate 8 emphasizes authenticity and contribution to the collective.

    Relationships play a crucial role in personal transformation.

    Embracing individuality is essential during this season of blossoming.

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    Stay in touch!

    You can find me at astrosomatics.com, ⁠⁠⁠@cyclesoftimepodcast⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠@astro.somatics⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram, or subscribe at ⁠astrosomatics.substack.com⁠ to get the pod in your inbox every Monday.

    And don't forget to click the subscribe button or leave me a comment- I absolutely love hearing from you!

    Thanks for listening!



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    39 min
  • The Receptive Underworld

    In this weekly forecast for May 5-11, Alison Dale explores the themes of nature's pace, the wisdom of abundance, and the significance of Pluto's retrograde in Aquarius. She emphasizes the importance of receptivity and embodied wisdom, particularly through the lens of Gate 2 in human design. The discussion also touches on the interconnectedness of self and nature, the role of communication as Mercury enters Taurus, and the transformative power of listening and presence in navigating life's changes.

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    Stay in touch!

    You can find me at astrosomatics.com, ⁠⁠⁠@cyclesoftimepodcast⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠@astro.somatics⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram, or subscribe at ⁠astrosomatics.substack.com⁠ to get the pod in your inbox every Monday.

    And don't forget to click the subscribe button or leave me a comment- I absolutely love hearing from you!

    Thanks for listening!

    52 min
  • The Receptive Underworld: Wheel of the Year, Week 7

    In this conversation, Alison Dale explores the themes of nature's pace, the wisdom of abundance, and the significance of Pluto's retrograde in Aquarius. She emphasizes the importance of receptivity and embodied wisdom, particularly through the lens of Gate 2 in human design. The discussion also touches on the interconnectedness of self and nature, the role of communication as Mercury enters Taurus, and the transformative power of listening and presence in navigating life's changes.

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    Stay in touch!

    You can find me at astrosomatics.com, ⁠⁠⁠@cyclesoftimepodcast⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠@astro.somatics⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram, or subscribe at ⁠astrosomatics.substack.com⁠ to get the pod in your inbox every Monday.

    And don't forget to click the subscribe button or leave me a comment- I absolutely love hearing from you!

    Thanks for listening!



    This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.livingthespiral.com/subscribe
    52 min
  • Somatic Practice: Igniting the Inner Fire - A Beltane Ritual for the Body
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    Hey y’all,

    Hope everyone is doing well and feeling the grounded beginnings of Sunday’s new moon in Taurus.

    Thanks for bearing with my intermittent access to internet as I travel in Central America on a nature-schooling voyage with my daughter. It’s been a transformative and deeply eye-opening journey along with various compositions of family, where we’ve had the chance to connect deeply, gain new perspectives, and learn from a plethora of more-than-human friends (sloths, toucans, crabs, dolphins, jellyfish, monkeys, and even some incredible bioluminescent plankton in last night’s dark seas of the new moon!)

    How are you feeling on this cross-quarter week between the Spring Equinox and the Summer Solstice?

    Here is a somatic practice for the energies showing up in the Wheel of the Year this fire-heavy week: The fire festival of Beltane/Mayday in the Pagan/Celtic world, Venus entering fire-sign Aries, and the seasonal shift from Earth/Wood to Fire in the Indigenous Medicine Wheel and Taoist Wuxing cycle.

    Through simple breathwork, gentle movements, and moments of stillness, we’ll explore how the shadow of mental addiction and thought-loops, represented by Human Design’s Gate 24- can transform into the gift of embodied invention.This is a grounding yet activating practice designed to help you reconnect to your body’s wisdom, awaken creative fire, and pause long enough to truly listen to your soul’s direction.

    Also: You should have received an email with a link to your Taurus Season PDF Workbook- here it is again in case it got lost in the fray:

    1 min
  • Beltane: A Threshold of Fire

    In this episode of Cycles of Time, Alison Dale explores the astrological influences and personal reflections surrounding Beltane, a significant fire festival in the Pagan Wheel of the Year.

    She discusses the powerful astrological alignments of the week, including the Venus-Saturn conjunction and the Mars-Pluto T-square, and how these energies manifest in personal relationships and growth. The conversation delves into the themes of sacred union, creativity, and the transition from the East to the South in the Medicine Wheel, emphasizing the importance of embodiment and authenticity.

    Additionally, Alison highlights the significance of the sun's transit through Gate 24 (the Gate of Rationalization) in the Human Design Wheel this week, focusing on the journey from addiction to invention, and concludes with insights on the upcoming Pluto retrograde and its implications for personal transformation.

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    Stay in touch!

    You can find me at astrosomatics.com, ⁠⁠⁠@cyclesoftimepodcast⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠@astro.somatics⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram, or subscribe at ⁠astrosomatics.substack.com⁠ to get the pod in your inbox every Monday.

    And don't forget to click the subscribe button or leave me a comment- I absolutely love hearing from you!

    Thanks for listening!



    This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.livingthespiral.com/subscribe
    51 min
  • Beltane: A Threshold of Fire (Wheel of the Year, Week 6)

    In this episode of Cycles of Time, Alison Dale explores the astrological influences and personal reflections surrounding Beltane, a significant fire festival in the Pagan Wheel of the Year.

    She discusses the powerful astrological alignments of the week, including the Venus-Saturn conjunction and the Mars-Pluto T-square, and how these energies manifest in personal relationships and growth. The conversation delves into the themes of sacred union, creativity, and the transition from the East to the South in the Medicine Wheel, emphasizing the importance of embodiment and authenticity.

    Additionally, Alison highlights the significance of Gate 24 in Human Design, focusing on the journey from addiction to invention, and concludes with insights on the upcoming Pluto retrograde and its implications for personal transformation.


    Stay in touch!

    You can find me at astrosomatics.com, ⁠⁠⁠@cyclesoftimepodcast⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠@astro.somatics⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram, Youtube, or subscribe at ⁠astrosomatics.substack.com⁠ to get the pod in your inbox every Monday.

    And don't forget to click the subscribe button or leave me a comment- I absolutely love hearing from you!

    Thanks for listening!

    51 min
  • Bonus Episode: The 6 Human Design Gates of Aries Season

    The 6 Human Design Gates of Aries Season

    In this episode, we wrap up the season of the Ram by exploring the energetic blueprint of Aries season through the lens of Human Design.

    As the Sun moves through six powerful gates in the Human Design/ I'ChingMandala, it tells the story of new beginnings — from the wild innocence of Gate 25 to the fierce individuality of Gate 17.

    With insights from the I Ching and the Gene Keys woven throughout, I trace the arc of spring’s awakening through the life cycle of a ram, and indicate how the energy lives in your body, your choices, and your path forward.

    If you’ve been feeling the fire to begin again, this episode will help you align with the deeper rhythm behind that urge.

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    Stay in touch!

    You can find me at astrosomatics.com, ⁠⁠⁠@cyclesoftimepodcast⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠@astro.somatics⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram, Youtube, or subscribe at ⁠astrosomatics.substack.com⁠ to get the pod in your inbox every Monday.

    And don't forget to click the subscribe button or leave me a comment- I absolutely love hearing from you!

    Thanks for listening!



    This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.livingthespiral.com/subscribe
    15 min

About Living the Spiral

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Living the Spiral with Alison Dale explores the rhythms of time, from lunar cycles to life pivots. It’s part astrology & human design, part seasonal check-in, and an invitation to move with change…

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