The Astrotherapy Podcast

In this episode, Ciela Wynter sat down with Josh Radnor to explore the concept of change within the context of their nearly 20-year friendship. They contemplate the multifaceted nature of change, discussing personal growth, nostalgia, and the importance of relationships in navigating life's transitions. They then delve into the creative process, the role of spirituality, and the significance of trusting the journey. Through words shared, they weave toward a more profound understanding that every experience contributes to our understanding of ourselves and the world around us.

Josh Radnor is an actor, writer, director, and musician. Recent television: Hunters (Amazon) opposite Al Pacino and Fleishman is in Trouble (F/X, Hulu). He is best known for his leading role on CBS’ How I Met Your Mother. Additional TV: Rise, Mercy Street, Centaurworld, Grey’s Anatomy, Six Feet Under. He wrote and directed two feature films (happythankyoumoreplease & Liberal Arts) both of which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, the former winning the 2010 Audience Award. Other film: Afternoon Delight, Social Animals, 3 Birthdays, All Happy Families. Theater includes the world premiere of Itamar Moses’ Pulitzer Prize-nominated The Ally at The Public Theater, Little Shop of Horrors at The Kennedy Center, Richard Greenberg’s The Babylon Line at Lincoln Center, the Broadway production of Ayad Akhtar’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play Disgraced, and The Graduate opposite Kathleen Turner. He made two albums with Aussie musician Ben Lee as Radnor & Lee. Solo music: One More Then I’ll Let You Go, Eulogy: Volume 1 & Volume 2. You can find his popular Museletters over on Substack.

— Find Josh on Substack: https://joshradnor.substack.com/

— Follow Josh Radnor: @joshradnor

Ciela Wynter is an astrologer, inner work guide, artist, author, musician, and sound facilitator, enamored by the process of deep diving into the unknown oceans of vast uncharted waters within the psyche. Ciela researches the inner stars, planets, and galaxies for the clues to the profound mysteries and eternal “case studies” that call her attention. Ciela has always been a seeker and her journey has taken her around the world from skyscrapers to jungle floors to temples to danger zones. She loves the chapters of life and how we actually can make progress through knowing ourselves. Ciela has been in deep study of astrology for over 20 years. It has been a lifeline for mapping out her psyche and an invitation to explore it with fervor. She is self-taught, a student of the Faculty of Astrological Studies in London, and an avid reader and psychonaut of the transpersonal realms. Astrology is a language that helps Ciela to understand why she does the things she does and how to change herself from the inside out. Ciela is both in awe and in love with the utter mystery that is revealed in the language of the stars.

— Connect with Ciela Wynter: @astrotherapysessions & cielawynter.com

— Stay tuned for more episodes on all things: CHANGE

Themes: change, personal growth, nostalgia, relationships, creativity, spirituality, acceptance, transformation, self-discovery, emotional resilience

In this episode of The Astrotherapy Podcast: Interviews | CHANGE, join Ciela Wynter and John Mini in a conversation about all things change, healing, and the wisdom of Chinese medicine. Through both traditional and evolutionary lenses, they explore how global shifts impact personal well-being and why reclaiming agency is essential to the healing process.

This episode dives into the paradox of progress, how technological advancement can distance us from our roots, and how reconnecting with ancient practices can help restore balance, connection, and our shared humanity.

— Learn more about John: https://www.studymedicaltraditions.org/min-jie-school-classes-workshops-and-events.html 

John Mini M.S.C.M./ La.C. Dipl. Ac. has studied the beliefs and sciences of indigenous cultures since he was very young. This led him to earn one of the first four Master of Science degrees in Traditional Chinese Medicine in the United States, to explore indigenous cultures first hand and to go through many fascinating and unique experiences while traveling abroad. Along with his Acupuncture practice, he's studied a number of indigenous and modern sciences to discover how best to help his patients. This has led him to writing, non-profit work and leading seminars and workshops to help more people than he's able to in his private medical practice.

— Connect with Ciela Wynter: @astrotherapysessions

— Stay tuned for future episodes exploring healing, change, and conscious living.

Themes: Chinese Medicine & Healing, Evolutionary Medicine, Global Change & Personal Growth, Ancient Wisdom in Modern Times, Personal Agency in Healing, Technology & Disconnection, Cultural Resilience, Traditional Medicine as Way of Life, Inner Balance, The Essence of Humanity

Welcome to the finale of Season 1 of The Astrotherapy Podcast! It has been a great run, and I’ll be going deep within to come back out with new explorations and inner adventures to share. Now is the time for change! This episode is an inquiry into writing as a doorway into the moment. Writing has been a vehicle for helping me to integrate my inner process, which I’ve shared weekly over the past 6 years without pause. I currently find myself at a 7-road intersection with many choices. Dreams are coming to fruition and audacious visions that began as seeds are slowly sprouting. In a world full of chaos, there is still beauty, there is still possibility…

This Gemini New Moon indicates a strong shift in awareness that only Saturn, Lord of Karma can bring. A sobering reality check will be just the gravitational pull some may seek with so much air stirred up by Jupiter in Gemini. If you are feeling light on your feet and without much earth to ground you, perhaps this Saturn weight will help you align with your true heart's desire. Venus conjunct the Sun and Moon blesses this otherwise challenging moment and offers a soothing balm while navigating this cycle. 

What could be more powerful than knowing thyself? As they say, know thyself, and you shall know the Universe and its Gods. One such avenue of exploration is through astrology to understand your psychology. The inner world is a vast, undiscovered terrain, and there are many approaches an inner explorer may take. Astrology is a map for deeper understanding. As you study the language of the stars, the stars themselves begin to reveal something much deeper than you could imagine…this episode is just the beginning.

Did you grow up reading Goodnight Moon? Or perhaps someone read it to you. On this Sagittarius Full Moon, I honor Margaret Wise Brown, the brilliant and eclectic author of hundreds of children’s books during her short and potent 42 years on Earth. With a stellium in Gemini, she was born 114 years ago to the day of this podcast - unbeknownst to me when I started to write this piece. Aaahhh the synchronicities of life are truly portals into the magic of reality. This Full Moon is certainly a reflection of that as well. Venus and Jupiter conjunct are leading this expansive and sparkly moment and infusing us all with just an extra sprinkle of exactly what we need, love and joy. 

Remember how to play? Once upon a time that is all you wanted to do. And honestly, that was most likely your biggest responsibility at the time. And can you remember that insatiably curious nature of yours that loved to ask why everything is the way it is? It is a powerful practice to revisit these potentially far-off lands that still exist deep within us. Journey inward with me and explore what may be in the way of reclaiming some of that freedom found in approaching life with more play. What do you have to lose?

A new beginning is on the horizon, the beginning of something extraordinary. Can you feel it? A Taurus new moon is one of fecund and fertile soil for planting seeds of vision, projects, health, and wealth. And this moon is amplified, blessed by the most benefic planetary bodies in our galactic neighborhood. What happens in Taurus does not stay in Taurus as this new moon's unpredictable and electric impact will ripple with magnitude and staying power. What seeds of change are you planting?

Venus moving through Taurus inspires me to share my commitment to a new (to me) and very ancient embodied practice, the art of Qi Gong. Working with energy on the other hand is not new as a lifetime yogi, and yet this is a completely new terrain that I am beyond thrilled to be discovering. Mars in Aries will give us plenty of energy to work with, so why not work with it consciously? Enjoy this episode and may it fuel curiosity within your potential to deepen your enthusiasm and dedication to exploring your Being. 

Behold the Full Scorpio Moon in a T-Square with Pluto in Aquarius. This is not a time to run and hide, this is a time to face the music. Be bold, be daring, go deep, and relish in the opportunity to seize the day from within. This should be a holiday for inner work and I encourage each of us to celebrate it as if it is. Pluto is asking some hard questions that will illuminate your intimate shadowlands as you search for the answers. Let yourself relax back into the green pastures of your Taurus realm while you serve your egos up for review. What a great time to learn how to self-observe rather than self-indulge. Blessings!