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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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The Caring Bull – Taurus Season, Gate 27, and the Heart of Altruism
In this episode, we explore the deeply grounding energies of Taurus season through the lens of astrology, Human Design, and the Gene Keys. Broadcasting from Dolphin Bay in Bocas del Toro, Panama, I reflect on the quiet power of care — inspired by the pod-minded dolphins that live in these waters year-round. We unpack this week’s cosmic weather, including a powerful T-square with Mars, Pluto, and the Sun, as well as the new moon in Taurus in Gate 27, the Gate of Caring.
We dive into the wisdom of Hexagram 27 from the I Ching, the Gene Key journey from selfishness to selflessness, and how true nourishment begins with boundaries, clarity, and self-trust. Plus, a somatic practice to embody sustainable care and reconnect to your own pod of support.
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Hello, and happy full moon hangover… :)
How did that full moon in Libra treat you yesterday? I’m writing this exactly as the moon reaches her fullness, as I sit on the deck of a log cabin in the Panamanian mountain jungle, watching hummingbirds flit around me in the humid evening air. I’m here on a trip with my entire family: my partner and daughter, my brother and sister-in-law, and my parents, who both just celebrated their 75th birthdays (and are the reason for making this journey).
We arrived here when the sun was in the Gate of Shock, and I’ll just say this: I wouldn’t recommend traveling with family during the Gate of Shock (haha), especially when everyone is detoxing (slash having withdrawals from) the American shitshow that is this current moment in their own way. Lots of relational issues have been rising to the surface, which can be expected when you’re crammed into a van together cruising along windy roads, but especially when a full moon in the relational sign of Libra is acting as the energetic overseer.
This was the first full moon out of eclipse season, that long and deep underground portal that sucked us under for the past month. On the same day, Libra’s planetary ruler, Venus, stationed direct after 40 days retrograde— and she brought with her lots of new relational revelations out of her cave of reflective mirrors. Making this full moon all the more exciting, Chiron, the wounded healer, was sitting opposite the moon, conjunct with the sun, bringing deep wounds (and hopefully some healing balms) to the surface.
During her fullness, luna was shining bright in the Human Design Gate of Continuity (Gate 32) across the sky from the sun and Chiron in the Gate of Growth (Gate 42). This opposition highlighted the polarity between emotionally holding on tightly to patterns from our past (moon in Continuity) and consciously helping an old pattern to end in order to make space for a new dynamic- and hopefully some healing. (sun and Chiron in Growth).
Sometimes full moons can bring tension to the surface, and other times they can provide the perfect opportunity for balanced reflection and breakthrough. How did all this show up in your world?
This week, we have a whole new slew of powerful energetics: Mercury (recently direct) enters the fire sign of Aries, Mars enters the fire sign of Leo after the longest retrograde ever in Cancer, the sun continues it’s transit through the Human Design Gate of Growth (42) and enters the Gate of Ordering (3). On Sunday, Taurus Season begins.
The Gate of Ordering moves from the Shadow of Chaos to the Gift of Innovation to the Siddhi of Innocence- returning us back to the first gate of Aries season, the gate of the baby lamb-ram that ushered Spring in on the Equinox. In a state of fear, we believe that chaos means disorder and that we must control it through order. But what the energy is all about this week is actually that chaos means Void- similar to the root word for Chasm- and that something completely new can be formed in a void through the powers of creativity and innovation, rather than an obsession with order and control.
Aries season began in the Gate of Innocence and then proceeded through the gates of Opinions, The Hunter, Shock, Growth, and now Ordering. The baby lamb has grown up into a fully mature ram. He has learned that we can only go after our own desires after we learn about the opinions of others. He has learned that the periods of the greatest growth often come after a shocking revelation, and come when you are willing to let something end in order for a new, better thing to begin. He has discovered that the messiness and chaos of the void is the perfect birth place to blaze a trail, to spark a truly different innovation.
As we move into Taurus season at the end of this week, I invite you to reflect on how Aries season, and all of it’s micro-seasons and energetic frequencies, showed up in your world. Journal about it, visualize yourself as a lamb growing up into a ram on a mountain peak over the past month. This year, situations are changing incredibly fast, and so we too have the opportunity to change quickly too, into the version of ourselves that we truly wish to align with.
Let’s dive in a little deeper to the energies of the wheel of the year this week. Sending you all the beauty and power of Venus as she returns to her forward speed and motion.
This week in the Wheel of the Year:
* MEDICINE WHEEL Direction: East
* WUXING Element: Wood
* PAGAN Season: Ostara
* ZODIAC Season: Aries > Taurus (April 19)
* I’CHING Hexagram/HUMAN DESIGN Gate: 42 (April 11-15) > 3 (April 16-21)
* 42 = Wind over Thunder (Yi: “Increase”) or The Gate of GROWTH
* 3 = Water over Thunder (Zhun: “Sprouting” aka “Difficulty at the Beginning”) or The Gate of ORDERING
* MOON Phase: Waning
* PLANETARY Transits:
* April 16: Mercury enters Aries
* April 18: Mars enters Leo
Let's dive in.
The Sun’s Journey through the end of Aries: From Growth to Ordering
The Gate of Growth (Gate 42): April 11–15
I’Ching Hexagram 42: Wind over Thunder ("Increase")Gene Key 42: Expectation → Detachment → Celebration
As the Sun continues to move through Gate 42 this week, we’re being invited into a powerful, sacred journey: to complete what we start. In Human Design, Gate 42 is the energy of Expansion and Maturation — but not the frantic, scattered kind. It’s about nurturing a process through its full cycle, from seed to bloom to harvest.
In the I'Ching, this is Hexagram 42, called Increase — symbolized by Wind over Thunder. It teaches that true abundance and success come from adding energy to what is already growing, not constantly chasing something new. It's about tending to what’s alive within you, patiently and joyfully.
The Gene Key for this gate goes from Expectation » Detachment » Celebration:
* At the shadow level, we meet Expectation the trap of trying to control how things unfold.
* Through awareness and acceptance, we move into Detachment trusting that life’s rhythms are wiser than our timelines.
* Ultimately, we arrive at Celebration fully embracing each moment as sacred, no matter how messy or unexpected it looks.
This gate is often misunderstood. Growth doesn’t always feel glamorous. Sometimes it looks like tending a project long after the excitement fades, watering your inner world even when the results aren’t instant. It’s showing up with faith, knowing that with time, your efforts will bear fruit.
🌱 Reflection for the Week:Where am I being invited to commit more deeply?Can I let go of how I think it should look and celebrate how far I’ve already come?
Practical Tip:
* Pick one thing you’ve started recently and recommit to it.
* Rather than rushing to the next shiny idea, give your energy to what’s already sprouting.
* Watch how life rewards that steady devotion.
Mantra for Gate 42:
“I honor the journey from seed to flower. I celebrate each step of my growth.”
The Gate of Ordering: Gate 3 (Wed, April 16– Mon, April 21)
Midweek, the Sun shifts into Gate 3, bringing a totally different — but equally vital — flavor to the energy around us: Order emerging from Chaos.
In Human Design, Gate 3 is known as The Gate of Ordering, but don’t think of it as neat, tidy organizing like lining up books on a shelf. This is about natural, organic ordering, the messy, beautiful way a river carves its path through rock over time.
In the I’Ching, this is Hexagram 3, called Difficulty at the Beginning, symbolized by Water over Thunder. It reminds us that every new beginning feels chaotic at first. Structures are still forming. It takes time for a new life, idea, or relationship to find its footing.
The Gene Key for this gate tells an equally rich story:
* At the shadow level, we encounter Chaos — that wild, unpredictable energy that feels overwhelming.
* As we surrender to the unknown, we discover Innovation — creative solutions that could only emerge through improvisation.
* At the highest level, we reach Innocence — a state of pure openness, where we meet life without fear or judgment.
The Gate of Ordering is the bridge from Aries to Taurus
I love thinking about Gate 3, this last gate of Aries season, as the time when we shift our focus from our selves to our selves that exist within our environment. In the human life cycle, Aries correlates with infancy, and after it comes Taurus, which is correlated with toddlerhood. I think of Aries as the “me” sign and Taurus as the “mine” sign, shifting from the individual to the individual’s relationship with the world around it.
In the Gene Keys, the chapter on the Gate of Ordering refers to the realm of quantum biology, which I found fascinating. In it, Richard Rudd talks about the difference between Newtonian physics and Quantum Physics, as well as the difference between Darwinian “selfish-gene” biology and modern biology, like the studies of quantum biology by Dr. Bruce Lipton and others. Essentially, the older models of these sciences hold the individual as the center, while the quantum models look at the relational nature of existence as the truth behind reality. Dr. Bruce Lipton's groundbreaking research in quantum biology identifies the cell membrane, rather than the nucleus, as the cell's "brain." While classic biology has always presented the nucleus as the “brain”, the cell membrane functions as an interface between the cell's internal environment and the external world, processing environmental signals and directing cellular behavior.
This understanding of cellular behavior can also been seen parallel to the way human emotions operate. Just as the cell membrane interprets external stimuli to guide the cell's actions, our emotions are responsible for processing environmental inputs to inform our responses and decisions. Often, these emotional insights precede conscious thought, suggesting that our feelings can be more attuned to our surroundings than our rational minds.
Integrating the insights from Gate 3 and quantum biology encourages us to trust the innate wisdom of our emotions, especially during times of change or new beginnings. By valuing and understanding our emotional responses, we can navigate the complexities of life with greater authenticity and adaptability.
Gate 3 is a deeply creative energy. It teaches that messiness isn’t a mistake, it’s the birthplace of genius. The early stages of anything new are meant to feel awkward, confusing, and even a little scary. That's the signal that something truly original is trying to emerge.
Reflection for the Week:Where in my life am I feeling overwhelmed by a messy beginning?Can I lean into it with curiosity instead of trying to control it?
Practical Tip:
* If things feel chaotic this week, take a breath and resist the urge to "force clarity."
* Trust that, like water finding its course, order will naturally emerge.
* Give yourself (and others) grace to be beginners.
Mantra for Gate 3:
“I welcome the unknown. I trust that within chaos, new life is finding its way.”
Planetary Movers and Shakers
April 16: Mercury Enters Aries
Mercury (our cosmic messenger) bursts into fiery Aries, leaving the dreamy waters of Pisces behind. Expect sharper thoughts, quicker words, and maybe a little impatience in conversations.
You’ll want to say what you mean and mean what you say but remember, not everything needs to be a debate.
Tip: Channel this fast-thinking energy into fresh ideas or bold moves, but pause before hitting "send" on that spicy text.
April 18: Mars Enters Leo
Just two days later, Mars (planet of action) roars into Leo. It's time to act from the heart, take creative risks, and be seen. Mars in Leo doesn’t just want to move it wants to move with style.
This is a big shift from the inward, watery vibes of Mars in Cancer. You might feel a sudden surge of bravery, ambition, or even a little dramatic flair. (Yes, your inner performer is invited.)
Tip: Go after what you want loudly and proudly. Just watch out for ego clashes — not every battle is worth the performance.
The Moon’s Mood: Waning Wisdom 🌘
The Moon is waning this week, helping us release and reflect. This is perfect timing: as you step into new beginnings (Gate 3, Mercury in Aries, Mars in Leo), you’re also clearing out the old clutter that doesn’t fit anymore.
Tip: Take some time midweek to journal or sit quietly with what’s shifting. You’re making space for the new.
Mini Ritual for the Week: Honor your Growth, and Embrace New Beginnings
As we finish off Aries season and enter the sensual new energy of Taurus season, the theme of this ritual is to:
* Complete what you’ve started.
* Release expectations.
* Welcome bold new beginnings with an open heart.
Why Now?
* Sun is finishing its wild ride through Aries — we’re wrapping up a season of initiation and raw energy.
* Mercury is entering Aries (April 16) — sharpening our voice and thoughts.
* Mars is entering Leo (April 18) — lighting up courage, creativity, and heart-centered action.
* Solar gates are shifting from Gate 42 (Growth/Completion) to Gate 3 (Ordering/Beginnings) — moving from finishing cycles to starting new ones.
What you’ll need:
* A candle (ideally red, gold, or white)
* A journal + pen
* A bowl of water
* A small object to represent growth (like a seed, crystal, or even a little leaf)
The Ritual
* Light Your Candle:As you light it, say out loud:
“I honor the growth I have tended. I open my heart to new beginnings.”
* Reflect (Journal Prompts):
* What am I proud of completing or nurturing lately?
* Where am I still holding onto expectations about how things should be?
* What messy, exciting new beginning is calling to me now?
* Release with Water:Dip your fingers into the bowl of water and sprinkle a few drops onto your object (seed/crystal/leaf).Imagine releasing any old pressure, stress, or perfectionism into the water.Water holds the wisdom of flow and trust — perfect for the Gate 3 energy.
* Call in Bold Beginnings:Hold your object in your hand. Feel the fiery power of Aries and Leo coming alive in you — the fearless words (Mercury in Aries) and the courageous heart (Mars in Leo).Whisper:
“I welcome the unknown. I trust my voice and lead from my heart.”
* Close with Gratitude:Blow out the candle with gratitude, knowing the flames of Aries have prepared you for the fertile ground of Taurus season ahead.
Final Thoughts
This week is a perfect cocktail of initiation energy: new ideas budding, messy starts happening, and fiery planets encouraging bold action. Trust the process, stay curious, and celebrate the chaos. Growth doesn't look perfect, but it’s alive -and that’s what matters.
Happy turning of the wheel,
xo,
Alison
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Trailblazing through the Chaos
Wheel of the Year, Week 4: Your forecast for April 13-19, 2025
In this episode of Cycles of Time, your host Alison Dale reflects on her experiences during a family trip in Panama, coinciding with a full moon in Libra. She discusses the astrological implications of this period, particularly focusing on the transition from Aries to Taurus, the significance of the Gates of Growth and Ordering in Human Design, and the importance of emotional intelligence in navigating chaos. The episode emphasizes the need for commitment to personal growth and the acceptance of messiness as a natural part of the creative process.
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Takeaways:
The full moon in Libra brought relational revelations and healing opportunities.
Chaos can be viewed as a void with potential for new beginnings.
The Gate of Growth (42) emphasizes nurturing what is already alive.
The Gate of Ordering highlights the emergence of order from chaos.
Emotional intelligence is crucial during times of change.
Mercury in Aries encourages clear communication and quick thinking.
Mars in Leo inspires boldness and heart-centered action.
Celebrating the chaos can lead to innovation and creativity.
Growth is a process that may not always look perfect but is essential.
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Thanks for listening!
This is a somatic video practice for members of Embody the Revolution (aka paid subscribers here on Substack). Embody the Revolution is an offering that invites you to walk the Wheel of the Year in an embodied, connected way.
In this session, I guides you through a somatic practice aligned with the Wheel of the Year. This practice is designed to help you ground into your instincts (aligned with the full moon in Gate 32: Continuity), embrace change (Aligned with the sun in Gate 42: Growth), and integrate the shocks and insights of the early part of the week (Gate 51: Shock).
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.
In this episode of Cycles of Time Podcast, we dive into week 3 of the Wheel of the Year, which is highlighted by Mercury and Venus stationing direct, the sun traveling through the Human Design Gates of Shock and Growth, and a Full moon in Libra on Saturday in the Gate of Continuity.
This week, we stand in the East on the Medicine Wheel, the direction of childhood new beginnings. In the Daoist Wu Xing (5-element) cycle, Wood is the element of the season, reminding us that vertical growth is both inevitable and unpredictable. Sometimes it is steady and slow, like roots deepening into the earth. Other times it is wild and sudden, like a vine climbing toward the sun overnight. We are in that moment now, where everything is starting to move again, but not yet at full speed.
Mercury and Venus are waking up. The full moon in Libra (the first lunation post-eclipse season) is on the horizon. In Human Design, the energy of the sun this week moves from Gate 51, the Gate of Shock, into Gate 42, the Gate of Growth. We are stepping into something new…. but first, we may have to be shaken awake.
Stay in touch:
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And don't forget to click the subscribe button or leave me a comment- I would love to hear your thoughts, hopes & dreams <3
In this episode of Cycles of TIme, your host Alison Dale discusses the astrological forecast for April 6th to 15th, focusing on the themes of spring awakening, the full moon, and the significance of retrogrades. She explores the energies of the Gate of Shock and the Gate of Growth in Human Design, emphasizing the importance of embracing change and trusting the natural cycles of life. The conversation highlights the balance between honoring the past and moving forward into new beginnings, encouraging listeners to release expectations and flow with the current of life.
Takeaways:
The full moon signifies a time of shocking growth.
Spring represents new beginnings and the awakening of nature.
Retrogrades can create a sense of confusion and reflection.
The Gate of Shock encourages embracing unexpected changes.
Growth often follows moments of shock and discomfort.
The full moon in Libra highlights the balance between past and future.
Trusting intuition is crucial during periods of uncertainty.
Letting go of rigid expectations allows for new opportunities.
Awakening can be uncomfortable but leads to transformation.
Embracing the innocence of childhood can guide us through change.
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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.
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Thanks for listening!
Hi everyone,
How are y’all feeling after yesterday’s new moon solar eclipse in Aries?
Without any intermission for snacks or a bio-break, today the outer planet Neptune is changing signs from Pisces to Aries, embracing a big new chapter with renewed energy and growth potential.
This 5-ish minute somatic practice is offered with the intention of grounding into our sovereignty and inner agency, big themes here during Aries season.
Before jumping into the practice, I want to say thank you to everyone who registered and joined for the Aries season breathwork session yesterday- it was a lovely way to spend Saturday evening. (If you registered but couldn’t make it live, look out for an email today with the audio track to practice on your own time.)
I look forward to seeing more of you at the Taurus season session in April!
5-Minute Somatic Practice for Neptune Entering Aries: Embodying Sovereignty & Bold Vision
Neptune in Aries: Dream Hunter Wheel of the Year, Week 2: March 30-April 5. Neptune enters Aries after 14 years in Pisces, and the sun transits through the Human Design Gate of the Hunter (21)
In this episode of Cycles of Time, host Alison Dale discusses the significant astrological transition of Neptune moving into Aries, marking a new era of spiritual independence and personal power. She explores the implications of this shift, particularly in relation to Gate 21, which emphasizes sovereignty and control dynamics. The conversation delves into the challenges and opportunities presented by this transition, encouraging listeners to embrace their authority and navigate their leadership roles with integrity. The episode concludes with practical advice on embodying one's power and taking decisive action in alignment with personal visions.
Takeaways:
Neptune's transition into Aries signifies a shift towards individualism.
Gate 21 emphasizes the importance of claiming personal sovereignty.
Spirituality may become more action-oriented rather than passive.
The challenge lies in embracing personal power without self-righteousness.
Control dynamics can hinder personal authority and leadership.
Valor represents true sovereignty without exerting control over others.
This week is a time to reflect on leadership roles in our lives.
Embodying authority is crucial in the coming years.
Trusting oneself is essential for navigating this new era.
Identifying areas to reclaim control can empower personal growth.
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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 love hearing from you <3
Walking the Wheel of the Year, Week 2: March 30-April 5.
TL;DR: Neptune enters Aries after 14 years in Pisces, and the sun transits through the Human Design Gate of the Hunter.
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In this episode of Cycles of Time, host Alison Dale discusses the significant astrological transition of Neptune moving into Aries, marking a new era of spiritual independence and personal power. She explores the implications of this shift, particularly in relation to Gate 21, which emphasizes sovereignty and control dynamics. The conversation delves into the challenges and opportunities presented by this transition, encouraging listeners to embrace their authority and navigate their leadership roles with integrity. The episode concludes with practical advice on embodying one's power and taking decisive action in alignment with personal visions.
Takeaways:
Neptune's transition into Aries signifies a shift towards individualism.
Gate 21 emphasizes the importance of claiming personal sovereignty.
Spirituality may become more action-oriented rather than passive.
The challenge lies in embracing personal power without self-righteousness.
Control dynamics can hinder personal authority and leadership.
Valor represents true sovereignty without exerting control over others.
This week is a time to reflect on leadership roles in our lives.
Embodying authority is crucial in the coming years.
Trusting oneself is essential for navigating this new era.
Identifying areas to reclaim control can empower personal growth.
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P.S. It’s getting juicy in the club… Become a Paid Subscriber to join the Embody the Revolution Membership, and get weekly somatic practices, a dope PDF workbook for each Zodiac season, and live monthly breathwork journeys and community reflection sessions. It’s so worth it- come on in!
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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 love hearing from you <3
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