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Unlocking Inner Power Through Planetary Magic and Shadow Alchemy – A Conversation with Lucy BaldwinIn this episode, we explore how reconnecting with planetary energy and embracing shadow alchemy can transform your understanding of yourself and your external reality. Lucy Baldwin shares practical insights and methods for working with planetary archetypes, shadow integration, and the powerful concept of existential kink to foster wholeness and personal growth

.Key topics:

• The definition and practical application of planetary magic as a way to harness planetary archetypes.

• How to build a conscious relationship with planetary energies through rituals, embodying archetypes, and daily practices.

• The distinction between shadow alchemy and traditional shadow work, emphasizing power in embracing repressed parts.

• The concept of existential kink as a method to access pleasure from seemingly negative experiences and release charged patterns.

• Recognizing unconscious relationship patterns and how to start shifting them by investigating beliefs, expectations, and identities.

• The importance of discernment in spiritual work with a grounded approach that balances emotional intuition and reality.

• The foundational role of Saturn in facing unresolved truths, grief, and pain to create lasting change.

• Practical steps for beginners: engaging with planetary archetypes and simple rituals like lighting a candle and speaking to archetypes.

Timestamps: 

00:30 - Welcome and introduction to Lucy Baldwin's work and planetary magic 

02:09 - What is planetary magic and how do planets act as energetic allies 

03:29 - Building a relationship with planetary energy rather than feeling controlled 

05:17 - Shadow alchemy versus traditional shadow work and why embracing our dark parts is powerful

 06:29 - Understanding existential kink as a method for transforming patterns 

08:17 - Recognizing unconscious patterns in relational and behavioral cycles 

09:37 - Using ritual and consciousness to rewrite internal programming

10:06 - First steps for shifting from resistance to awareness and breaking patterns 11:37 - Balancing spiritual discernment with practical grounding in magic 

14:43 - Starting with Saturn for foundational healing and opening yourself to change 

16:52 - Connecting with Lucy Baldwin: podcasts, website, and recommended resources 

18:10 - Closing thoughts: Wholeness through awareness and integration, not perfection.

Resources & Links:

• The Seven Living with the Planets Podcast

• Lucy Baldwin on Instagram

• Existential Kink (Book by Carolyn Elliott)

• Penetrate Radio Podcast

• Orphic Hymn to Saturn (Ancient invocation)

Connect with Lucy Baldwin:

• Website

• Instagram