The Natural Wisdom Podcast

On the eve of the Equinox, I had the pleasure of talking with Ally Leadbetter, creatrix of Wild Betty Healing Arts, on coming into heart coherence, knowing your 'station' - and re-membering your place as part of the wild world wherever you are. We talked about the soul loss many of us have experienced because of our disconnection with the natural world; how coming back to the true Self is the ultimate protection from and antidote to conditioning; the power of some special places on the Earth right here in Montana; our DNA as our antenna; and more.

Wild Betty Healing Arts is a holistic wellness approach to understanding the mind, body, soul, spirit connection to empower each client to reclaim their wholeness, holiness, and energetic sovereignty. Ally works at the intersection of the earth and energetic realms, specializing in channeling the subtle energies that are in a constant dynamic dance with the physical world. Working thru a variety of modalities such as energy transmission healings, channeled information, ancestral work, earth medicine work (earth attunements, crystal therapy, herbalism, animal guides), spirit guide connection, vibrational sound therapy, trance journey work, shadow work, home and land healing,  and tarot readings, she is able to help you remember your connection  to your most authentic and sovereign self.

Learn more about Ally's Reviving Eden retreat here.

Set up a time to chat with Ally about her Chrysallis spiritual alchemy course here.

Check out Kristine's work here: https://kristinebackes.com/

The upcoming New Moon in Pisces (March 10, 2024) opens the portal of eclipse season. We are immersed in chaotic motion and yet feeling stuck, a dualism that reflects the two Piscean fish swimming in opposite directions.

Kristine offers some simple practices to find your way in to your true source, and embrace the opposites of the time.

Find out more about Kristine and her offerings on her website: https://kristinebackes.com/

Emily Trinkaus joined the podcast for another of our Cosmic Wisdom conversations. As power planet Pluto hangs out at 0 degrees of Aquarius for weeks, all the personal planets - Mercury, Mars and Venus - pass over it.

Our conversation focused on what these current astro-energies mean on a personal level and how to use them to become more conscious, including: the importance of fully being ourselves; the power (and shadows) of astrology; allowing our minds to be blown; and trusting ourselves at all levels.

In true Aquarian fashion, we took questions from our live audience in this episode! And we didn't watch our language, thus the 'mature' rating.

Local to Livingston? Join Kristine's course to Learn the Language of Astrology: https://kristinebackes.com/product/chart-interpretation-2024/

Check out Emily's astrology mentorship here: https://embodiedaquarian.com/mentorship

This episode comes on the heels of the ancient cross-quarter holyday of Imbolc here in the northern hemisphere, and as the archetype of the wounded healer approaches the North Node of the Moon in Aries, the sign of I AM.

This configuration in Aries offers an opportunity to reclaim your sense of yourself as sacred, and heal the wound of separation from your sense of belonging here, now.

The practitioner I mentioned who specializes in healing your birth wound is Charlotte Kanyi, of Birth Essence. She was my guest on the podcast in October of 2022.

In this first episode of 2024, Kristine shared a preview of some of the energetic shifts coming our way, and some practical guidance on how to stay centered and healthy in the midst of the chaos.

Slow-moving, intense planet Pluto moves from Capricorn to Aquarius on January 20th, changing the very nature of power dynamics, especially in our relationship to technology, information, and society.

Stay grounded an centered by tapping into your unique frequency and building your subtle awareness.

Want more detail about the astrology of 2024? Check out Kristine's workshop The Shock of the New or book a reading.

Sign-up for the Natural Wisdom Newsletter on Kristine's website to get a discount on all of Kristine's recorded workshops.

Astrologer Emily Trinkaus joined me today to talk about the unique energies of this Capricorn Solstice on December 21st, and using the power of your mind to create the world and life you want to live in. Some of the alignments we discussed include these:

This is the last Solstice for nearly 250 years with Pluto in Capricorn, bringing forward the question of how we use our power;

Mercury is exactly conjunct the Sun at the Solstice, a rare occurrence emphasizing the need and opportunity for 'mental ownership' and sovereignty, as well as the power of our attention;

Venus has a great deal of influence at the Solstice, and the alignment with Uranus offers a chance to break free from old trauma stories and resentments.

We also discussed, explained, and shared a rant about the ever-recurring and unnecessary debate over the difference between the tropical (with the seasons) versus sidereal (with the stars) Zodiacs. We shared our views on why they both work, they are both accurate, and each Zodiac has its own form of elegance.

Chart of the Capricorn Solstice

Graphic of the equinoxes, solstices, and their correspondence to the Zodiac

Find out more about Emily's work

Learn more about Kristine's online Solstice retreat

From the white lions of Timbavati, to the asteroid Chiron, to the importance of spiritual practice to health, today's conversation with psychiatrist, psychoanalyst, astrologer, and holistic healer Dr. Judy Tsafrir bridged many dimensions. We discussed Judy's new book, "Sacred Psychiatry: Bridging the personal and transpersonal to transform health and consciousness", and its combination of personal stories, practical guidance, and deeply felt commentary on the state of medicine and health in today's world.

We met on the eve of the New Moon in Sagittarius, calling on its atmosphere of expansiveness and imagination.

Judy's accessible, helpful and fascinating book is available for pre-order now, and will be published on Jan. 2nd, 2024. Find out more here: https://judytsafrirmdauthor.com/

Find out more about Kristine's ritual and celebration at the Solstice (live or by recording): https://kristinebackes.com/product/solstice-ritual-retreat-2024/

I had an enlightening and timely conversation with Joel Young, creator and custodian of Non-Personal Awareness, as we close out the 2023 eclipse season with a volatile combination of energies. Mars, planet of action and assertion faces off with unpredictable change-maker Uranus on November 11th, and their intense relationship continues through the Scorpio New Moon on Monday, November 13th.
Scorpio is an intensely emotional sign, and deep fear is one way of experiencing Scorpio themes of loss and renewal. In this episode, Joel shared his perspective on how we can shift our relationship with fear and other experiences that cause us suffering through the Non-Personal Awareness process.

Get Joel's free download of the NPA process

Learn more about Joel's Fear Dissolver workshop

For healers, coaches, therapists - check out the NPA Mastery course (and join me in it in 2024!)

Friend and colleague Belinda Noakes joined me for this episode, in which we held forth on joy as a power move; why we sometimes get lost in trying to heal endless trauma; and why it's so important to design a joyful life.

Kristine gave an overview of the Taurus Lunar Eclipse of October 28th, and its themes of power, desire and letting go of control. With Venus carrying overtones of Leonine joy for the next 19 months, now is a perfect time for a joy practice!

Join Belinda for her free call on October 30/31st "Once upon an apocalypse"

Learn more about Kristine's six month journey into Power, Passion and Purpose

At the Aries Full Moon, I had the pleasure of examining the astrology of leadership with Beth Cavagnolo, leadership and human resource expert, witch, and sister astrologer. Some of the key points we covered were:

everyone leads in one way or another;

astrology can give us great insight into our styles of leadership;

understanding each other's differences allows us to work together with more ease.

One of Beth's guiding principles is to give each other the benefit of the doubt!

Find out more about Beth through her Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/winterwitch1221

Or LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethcavagnolo/

Kristine's website: https://kristinebackes.com