Welcome back to "Cycles of Time," your podcast for exploring the ancient rhythms and cycles that resonate with our modern lives. I'm your host, Alison, and in today's episode, we’ll embark on a journey through nature, astrology, and ancient wisdom to help us slow down and find our center in this technology-driven world.

We'll start by reflecting on a peaceful day spent observing nature's slow pace, and we’ll dive into studying ancient systems like the zodiac, I Ching, human design, and the medicine wheel, developed during more contemplative times. As we transition from Gemini to Cancer season, with the sun now in gate 52—a gate associated with stillness—we’ll review the zodiac signs and their evolutionary journey through the gates.

We'll discuss the limitations of sun sign astrology and the importance of understanding all planetary energies while focusing on the sun and solar power. Plus, I’ll share how the gene keys this week represent the energy of the mountain, guiding us from the shadow of stress to the gift of restraint and ultimately to the city of stillness.

No matter your summer plans—backpacking, climbing, socializing, or taking a retreat—I'll emphasize the importance of breathing practices and embodying a sense of calm, akin to the Buddha under a tree. And as always, please support the podcast by sharing, liking, and giving us a five-star review.

Join me as we weave through reflections on the river, the significance of the sun, and the wonders of human design, all aimed at aligning with the Earth's rhythms and embodying the changing seasons. Let's embark on this contemplative journey together and have a beautiful week ahead.