The Moon’s Mirror: How to Work With the Moon Without Fear

A grounded conversation with Britten LaRue on how to work with the Moon without fear, and build self-trust instead of outsourcing your power.We cover why charts can feel confronting, what shame does to self-trust, and a simple lunar practice you can return to every month.We also explore the fears people have regarding their astrological charts, which may include whether we are living up to the promise it offers. The importance of self-trust and empowerment, and how to engage with lunar cycles for personal growth. Britten shared her journey of self-discovery through astrology, emphasising the moon’s role in emotional safety, intuition and nurturing. The conversation concludes with practical advice for beginners on how to incorporate lunar rituals into their lives, highlighting the ongoing journey of learning and self-awareness that astrology offers.Britten LaRue, M.A. is a teacher, author, and astrologer known for helping big-hearted humans tap into and embody their malefic parts—the fierce, boundaried, and truth-telling aspects of the self that make clarity, empowerment, and specificity possible. Through her framework of Emergence Astrology and her year-round ecosystem Living Emergence, Britten guides mystics, intuitives, and creative visionaries in remembering their own wisdom and unshaming their magic.A former art historian turned speech-artist of astrology, Britten’s teaching merges scholarly precision with intuitive revelation, inviting her students to root their magic in lived reality. She is the host of the beloved podcast Moon to Moon, co-host of Crystal Ballers, and author of Living Astrology: How to Weave the Wisdom of All 12 Signs into Your Everyday Life.At the heart of all her work is a devotion to collective transformation through intimacy and voice, helping others trust themselves again with the reckless freedom they deserve.Social Links:Instagram - @brittenlarueYouTube - @brittenlarue-astrologySome takeaways you may find include:* Astrology can help us embrace our malefic parts.* The moon connects us to our past and inner child.* Self-trust is essential for intuitive growth.* Shame can hinder our relationship with astrology.* The moon facilitates emotional safety and care.* Lunar cycles offer opportunities for self-reflection.* Daily journaling can enhance lunar awareness.* Astrology is a lifelong learning journey.* Rituals can empower change during lunar phases.* The moon teaches us to be present with ourselves.Chapters00:00 Understanding Fear in Astrology05:38 The Moon as a Guide to Self-Discovery12:47 Navigating Self-Trust and Empowerment19:25 The Consequences of Shame in Astrology24:30 Understanding the Moon’s Influence29:23 Emotional Safety and the Moon32:35 Navigating Personal Struggles with the Moon33:55 The Role of Moon Phases in Astrology45:22 Practical Rituals for Lunar Cycles50:40 Thank you for watching Celestia AstrologyBooks discussed by our “Queen” Demetra George:Astrology And The Authentic SelfMysteries of the Dark MoonAncient Astrology in Theory and Practice Volume One#astrology, #moon, #self-discovery, #empowerment, #emotional safety, #lunar rituals, #self-trust, #unshame, #transformation, #astrology educationCelestia Astrology is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit celestiaastrology.substack.com/subscribe