🎙️ Astrology as Movement Medicine with Jessica Lanyadoo

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🎙️ Astrology as Movement Medicine with Jessica Lanyadoo

This week, host Sam Chavez (she/they/he) speaks with astrologer Jessica Lanyadoo (she/her) about meeting fascism with care, community, & constellations. We dig into the intersection of astrology and activism, discussing how astrology can empower ourselves as individuals and in communities to navigate social change. Watch today's episode and join our Signal chat for resources, clips, & actions.

"Grief is a part of the process."

• 02:00 The Role of Astrology in Social Change
• 05:00Jessica's Personal Journey and the Evolution of Astrology
• 08:00 Astrology's Historical Context and Its Resurgence
• 11:00 Astrology as a Tool for Liberation & Why Fascists Fear Astrology
• 17:00 Understanding Freedom Through Astrology
• 20:00 The Importance of Community & Emotional Resilience
• 23:00 Choosing Joy in Activism
• 26:00 The Bigger Picture: Generational Divides

We delve into the importance of emotional intelligence in activism and how astrology can support us in our individual journeys and to navigate conflict in activist groups. The rise in fascism is tied to our collective ability to change and connect. I particularly loved Jessica's advice on acknowledging grief, while choosing joy amidst uncertainty.

"The antidote is community care."

In the extra-long private episode, we get more practical about how astrology can be used to navigate the ongoing chaos of Trump's regime and life in 2025. Upgrade to a listen to the full conversation. Become a Seedling Member at just $2/month.

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In Solidarity, Sam Chavez (she/they/he) the roots of change agency

About the roots of change podcast:

🧑‍🌾 Cultivating Connection, Empowering Change We talk about navigating heart-first activism & storytelling. Host Sam Chavez connects with organizations, campaigns, and social change communicators who are boldly creating change in today's social, political, tech & media landscape.

On the Private Podcast

My hour-long conversation with Jessica Lanyadoo dug deeper into how astrology can be a helpful tool for activist and communicators to build effective strategies in the right moment that will resonate with the your audience.

• 31:00 The Importance of Community and Self-Awareness
• 34:58 Astrology as a Tool for Strategy
• 36:57 Navigating the Current Political Climate
• 38:50 Using Astrology for Personal and Professional Decisions
• 45:34 The Challenge of Messaging in Activism
• 53:56 Finding Wholeness in a Fragmented World

If Ronald Reagan used astrology to enact hateful policies, we can use it for liberation! I hope you enjoy listening as much I had learning from Jessica.