The Moon, the Earth, and the Old Ways That Still Heal

This week on the Gutsy Chick podcast, I’m joined by ceremonialist and wisdom-keeper Maria Yraceburu—and we’re diving deep into the ancient Earth teachings that modern life forgot. From the truth about lunar cycles and water’s role in your wellbeing, to why ritual isn’t just “woo”—it’s survival—we’re reconnecting to the rhythms that have always guided us.  This one’s soulful, grounded, and full of truth bombs you didn’t know you needed so tune in now. In this Episode:   00:00 Introduction to Earth Wisdom and Cross-Cultural Practices 01:07 Understanding Earth Cycles and Their Impact on Us 04:08 The Role of Language and Words in Spiritual Practices 07:00 Astrology and Indigenous Wisdom: A Comparative Approach 10:00 Mother Earth’s Changes: Menopause and Transformation 12:51 Reclaiming Power and Redefining Reality 15:46 The Future: Healing and Evolving Together 23:26 Reflecting on Personal Shifts: 2008 to 2012 25:02 Exploring Historical Context: 1839 and Its Relevance 29:05 Introduction to Spiral Dance: A Transformative Journey 32:02 Understanding the Spiral Dance Structure and Community 38:06 The Illusion of Time and Its Impact on Our Lives 39:50 Connecting the Dots: Universal Truths Across Systems 42:49 The Power of Choice in Personal Growth 44:19 Invitation to Join the Spiral Dance Community Here’s how to connect with Maria Yraceburu: Website: https://www.yraceburu.org Free Gift: https://www.yraceburu.org/free-downloads.html --Watch Cosmic Body Shenanigans Podcast on YouTube!Check out more from Amanda:Website: Body Whisper HealingInstagram: @Amanda.G.SmithFacebook: Body Whisper HealingPinterest: AmandaGSmithBWH LinkedIn: Amanda (Ritchie) SmithTake the Cosmic Sensitive Quiz to find out what stresses you out most and why. It's fun, it's free, and it's only 7 easy questions. https://www.cosmicsensitivequiz.com/