The Astro Psyche

In episode 626, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) discusses the archetypal combination of Venus and Chiron. She shares how these two represent relational healing when in any aspect together; including Venus conjunct Chiron, Venus sextile Chiron, Venus square Chiron, Venus trine Chiron, Venus opposite Chiron (and!) in any context; including: world transits, personal transits, and synastry. This is a deeply intimate combination and asks for compassion to our most vulnerable feelings.

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In episode 625, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) discusses neurodivergence, the signs of neurodivergent burnout, why this is so important for us to talk about as neurodivergent folks, the qualities of recovery from neurodivergent burnout, and how we can understand neurodivergent burnout through the planetary archetype of Chiron. She also shares how practices such as astrology, tarot, and ritual can offer support along the journey of recovery.

Resources:
https://neurodivergentinsights.com/autism-and-adhd-burnout/
https://neurodivergentinsights.com/neurodivergent-insights-glossary/
https://www.academia.edu/79356905/_Having_All_of_Your_Internal_Resources_Exhausted_Beyond_Measure_and_Being_Left_with_No_Clean_Up_Crew_Defining_Autistic_Burnout?sm=b
Neuroqueer Heresies (book) by Nick Walker

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In episode 624, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) discusses the archetypal combination of Mars and Saturn from a depth psychological perspective, particularly the theme of Mars and Saturn representing the development of mastery or an advanced practice in any field of study.

Reference: https://lairbhan.blogspot.com/2017/08/seeking-advanced-practice.html

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Chiron: Mythic Figure & Planetary Archetype
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September 20 - November 14
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In episode 623, depth psychotherapist and astrologer Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her) discusses eclipses from a depth psychological perspective, particularly the phenomenon of the "devouring parent" in depth psychology, and how we can heal from early childhood experiences.

new course 🦋
Chiron: Mythic Figure & Planetary Archetype
9-week online course
Sundays at 10am - 12pm Pacific Time
(live & recorded)
September 20 - November 14
Find out more: https://www.theastropsyche.com/courses

Episode 622: Welcome! I'm Shawna McGrath, LMFT (she/her), a depth psychotherapist and astrologer. In this episode I'm discussing "what is a birth chart in astrology?" from a depth psychological perspective.

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