The Nightlight Astrology Summer Speaker Series
July 17th, 18th & 24th 2021
Face-Off!: Incorporating the Decans into your Astrological Practice with Spencer Michaud
About this workshop
The decans, or 10 degree divisions of the zodiac, have held special meaning for generations of skywatchers. From their emergence in ancient Egypt, to the syncretization with the Rider-Waite Tarot by the Golden Dawn, these mysterious “faces” were thought to be not only important time markers, but host to a vast array of daimonic spirits and deities. In this talk, we will break down the esoteric symbolism of the decanic system as it shifts through the ages, and give you practical tips to help you incorporate their visual divinatory images into your astrological practice.
About the speaker
Spencer Michaud is a professional astrologer who focuses on self-actualization and empowerment. He uses an interdisciplinary approach incorporating both modern & traditional (Hellenistic) chart-reading techniques as well as other divinatory methods such as numerology, tarot, the I-Ching, and archetypal storytelling. His readings focus on actionable, grounded wisdom utilizing the power of choice and transcendence to help you find the hero within.
Spencer has over fifteen years' experience studying the ancient wisdom traditions and symbolic languages and is a certified graduate of Acyuta-Bhava Dasa's Nightlight Hellenistic Astrology Courses. In addition to his studies with Acyuta, Michaud is inspired by the traditional work pioneered by Robert Schmidt, Demetra George, Austin Coppock, and Chris Brennan as well as modern mythological based practitioners such as Bernadette Brady and Liz Greene.
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The Lots of Fortune and Spirit with Charlie Obert
About this workshop
This class is a study of the two most important of the Lots, Fortune and Spirit. emphasizing how they actually behave in people's charts.
The session will include:
- The formulas of the two Lots.
- The geometry of the Lots and how that shows their importance.
- The connection of the ancient formula for the Lots with modern astrology discoveries.
- Most importantly, the class will teach how to use these two Lots in practice; what to look for in the natal chart, in transits, and in synastry between charts.
About the speaker
Charlie Obert is a long time student of astrology. He has published six books on traditional techniques that have been well received, three of which are being used as textbooks at Kepler College, and he has been a regular instructor at Kepler College since 2017. Charlie also has a computer training and a writing background, and his mission is to make the techniques of traditional astrology clear and usable for all astrologers. He does not own any cats.
You can find out more about Charlie's writing and other work at his website, https://studentofastrology.com
The Second Saturn Return: Cultivating Wisdom at the Crossroads with Danielle Blackwood
About this workshop
The second Saturn return is a significant rite of passage that marks the end of a cycle in the life span and is conversely the beginning of a new and perhaps final chapter. Once again, Saturn marks another milestone of maturity, a turning point where we are called to reassess our values. We may be acutely aware that there is no turning back – we are now truly on the road to elderhood, and although we are not yet “old,” and our lives still contain untold possibility, we are crossing a threshold that can bring fear and anxiety as we face this uncharted territory. Many clients come to this juncture with some measure of trepidation, and fear that this time will bring depression, stagnation, and stasis. While it is true that we now step into a different phase of life, viewing the Second Saturn Return through an archetypal lens can bring a deeply spiritual perspective as we enter a new level of soul crafting. In this class we will look at some techniques and principles to help us interpret the Second Saturn Return with a special focus on the spiritual purpose of this milestone. We’ll also explore some counseling guidelines when working with someone who finds themselves this pivotal juncture.
About the speaker
Danielle Blackwood (she/her) is the author of The Twelve Faces of The Goddess: Transform Your Life with Astrology, Magick and the Sacred Feminine (Llewellyn, 2018), and the forthcoming A Lantern in the Dark: Navigate Life’s Crossroads with Story, Ritual and Sacred Astrology. Danielle is a professional astrologer and Registered Counseling Therapist (RTC) and is certified in the Principles and Practice of Contemporary Psychological Astrology through world renowned astrologer, Erin Sullivan. She has also studied with Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estes, and holds a certificate in Jungian and Post Jungian Clinical Concepts. Danielle is a passionate lifelong student of folklore, mythology, and depth psychology, and believes that at its heart, sacred astrology is Spirit expressing itself through archetype and story. She has been a priestess and educator since 1994, and lives in an enchanted cottage on magical Salt Spring Island in the Pacific Northwest, the original lands and unceded territory of the xʷənen̕əč.
You can find her at http://danielleblackwood.com/ and on Instagram @danielleblackwoodastrologer
