In this week's episode I have a conversation with Thea Strom, animal communicator, medium, teacher and author of, Animal Intuition.

Thea describes what animal communication looks like and the different ways that information comes through. We explore the subtle experiences in the body that can convey information to us if we develop the internal awareness and attunement. Thea shares her process in developing her skills and how she supports her students in growing theirs. She also shares a real story of a communication between her and her cat, as well as offering us a few tips for those who want to explore this more.

To find out more about Thea, work with her, take a class check out her website: https://www.theahealer.com/

or on IG at Transcendiathea

Today, we’re continuing our exploration of Gemini by bringing in its opposite on the zodiac axis—Sagittarius, the philosopher and professor—through a conversation with two of my favorite people: Professors Shaw Osha and Hugo Flores from The Evergreen State College. Both are brilliant thinkers, artists/ musicians, and bilingual speakers. Shaw teaches visual art, and Hugo teaches and leads the Spanish department.

In our conversation, we explored approaches to critical thinking that challenge our tendency toward immediate analysis, interpretation, and repetition. Shaw and Hugo both use teaching methods that encourage students to slow down and sit with what’s right in front of them—resisting the urge for quick conclusions or easy answers.

Their insights reminded me of the mythological characters we explored last week—Hermes and Narada—both known for challenging assumptions and disrupting habitual ways of thinking and noticing where our thinking has become automatic or overly simplistic. In a culture that values speed and certainty, it seems all too easy for our critical thinking muscles to weaken, but if we can allow for some discomfort the learning and growth potential is great!

Gemini season 2025 and stories of Hermes and Narada.

In this week’s episode we explore key words and significations related to Gemini as well as how we can see the energy/ archetype depicted in myth and story. We also look at the broader astrological weather during the season and identify some significant themes.

Dates:

May-20: Sun moves into Gemini

May 24: Sun trines Pluto & Mercury Uranus conjunction

May 25: Saturn moves into Aries conjunct Neptune

May 26th: New Moon in Gemini

May 29: Mercury Cazimi:

June 1: Venus Chiron conjunction in Aries

June 6: Venus moves into Taurus

June 8th: Mercury Jupiter conjunction

June 9th: Mercury moves into Cancer

June 10th: Jupiter moves into Cancer

June 10th: Full Moon in Sagittarius

June 17th: Mars moves into Virgo

To attend a retreat with Kristi, take one of her classes or book a one on one appointment visit her website ⁠https://www.kristilyonsyoga.com/⁠ or follow her @lyons.kristi

To book a reading with Gabrielle follow her at @luminousastrology or visit her website ⁠https://www.luminousastrology.com/⁠

Taurus 2025 Reflections:

Kristi notes common themes with her massage clients, introduces proprioception and interoception as a starting place for developing a mindfulness practice, -Gabrielle notes themes in the collective conscious related to Chthonic energy and Dark Moon Goddesses- noting Scorpio as the Taurus polarity point and invitation for release. And we close with a conversation about of Bhramari Pranayama (bumble bee breath) and finding your authentic voice.

In this episode, I have a conversation with two landscape designers, Jo Salmon and Bettina Baschy as a way of deepening our understanding of the wisdom of Taurus season. They both articulate the experiences of being in and working with the garden, not only as an artistic expression, but also as a way to enjoy the 5 senses, create privacy, play with color/texture/height/sound, boost the immune system, and invite life into your yard. Whether you are into gardening or not, their descriptive language will transport you into a calm, relaxed and grounded state of being.

Below are the articles I referenced, as well as the book I read from.

The Gut-Brain Axis: Influence of Microbiota on Mood and Mental Health - PMC

Does Soil Contribute to the Human Gut Microbiome? - PMC

Plant Teachings for Growing Social-Emotional Skills: Cultivating Resiliency and Wellbeing with Northwest Plants A collaborative project by GRuB and Northwest Indian Treatment Center.

You can reach Johanna Salmon: https://www.wildcanvas.net/

You can find me @Luminousastrology on IG

In this episode, I have a conversation with the program director at Beyond Conflict, Jazzy Ramsey. We explore the wisdom of Taurus as a strategy for selfcare and community building in the face of political unrest. We look at the current administration and their strategic use of, “Shock and Awe,” to target the nervous system. We explore the unforeseen consequences of the cancel culture, the current issues of isolation, conflict resolution, and lastly joy as resilience and resistance.
Remembering that Taurus energy combats attacks on the nervous system as the earth sign that supports us in being able to ground through the 5 senses. It reminds us that it’s okay to take breaks, rest and nourish ourselves and others. It is the stubborn and enduring bull that can sustain in a movement.
Throughout the conversation, Jazzy references other revolutions, revolutionaries and atrocities to shed light on our present moment, and I weave in the current astrological shifts.
Plus a great story about humpback whales!

You can follow Jazzy on Instagram @Jazzy_Ramsey

You can follow Gabrielle on Instagram @luminousastrology

In this episode we explore key significations of Taurus, the current astrological weather, and the story of Samudra Manthan.

Important Dates:

April 21st: Venus, Saturn, North Node conjunction in Pisces.

April 25th: Mars Pluto opposition in Leo and Aquarius.

April 27th: New Moon in Taurus

May 17th: Sun Uranus Conjunction

Music for the Taurus Season: Beautiful Chorus

-Choose to Rest:

-Inner Peace https://open.spotify.com/track/1tGUGrEHNX5Ld6aXDSAOhS?si=_K2wB4maQ2GVx1B9HmHu8A

-Breathe it in https://open.spotify.com/track/7f0AxoBQnHdRjr9tzxHcZs?si=bImdHj11SvqlJW4q8UXR8g

-Be Here Now

Books referenced:

-Mysteries of the Dark Moon by Demetra George

-The Whole Elephant Revealed by Marja de Vries

To attend a retreat with Kristi, take one of her classes or make a one on one appointment visit her website ⁠⁠https://www.kristilyonsyoga.com/⁠⁠ or follow her @lyons.kristi

To book a reading with Gabrielle follow her at @luminousastrology or visit her website ⁠⁠https://www.luminousastrology.com/⁠

5 Kleshas

• ​Avidya (ignorance)
• ​Asmita (egoism or I-am-ness)
• ​Raga (attachment)
• ​Dvesha (repulsion and aversion)
• ​Abhinivesha (fear of death and the will to live)

Outro music by 50 Drums on Spotify

To attend a retreat with Kristi, take one of her classes or make a one on one appointment visit her website ⁠⁠https://www.kristilyonsyoga.com/⁠⁠ or follow her @lyons.kristi

To book a reading with Gabrielle follow her at @luminousastrology or visit her website ⁠⁠https://www.luminousastrology.com/⁠