In this wide-ranging podcast, astrologer Yasmin Boland discusses the significance of mantras, the evolving nature of spirituality towards a demand for evidence, and the connection between neuroscience and manifestation. She emphasizes the importance of this week's Full Moon for forgiveness and healing, the waning cycle for letting go, and the necessity of finding balance in life. The discussion also touches on the astrological shifts of Neptune and Saturn and the astrology of the week ahead, highlighting the changes in spiritual practices and personal growth.

Takeaways:

Mantras are gaining popularity beyond niche circles.

Spirituality is shifting towards a demand for evidence.

Neptune's move into Aries signifies a new phase in spirituality.

Neuroscience provides insights into why manifestation works.

Forgiveness is essential for a happy and productive life.

The full moon is a powerful time for healing and letting go.

The waning cycle encourages release and reflection.

Finding balance is crucial for harmonious relationships.

Astrological changes signal a time for personal transformation.

Embrace the changes and let go of what no longer serves you.

Chapters

00:00 Exploring the Power of Mantra

02:51 The Shift in Spirituality: From Blind Acceptance to Evidence

05:28 Neuroscience and Manifestation: Understanding the Connection

08:22 Full Moon Insights: Energy and Forgiveness

11:02 The Waning Cycle: Letting Go and Healing

13:52 Finding Balance: The Key to Harmony

16:35 Navigating Change: The Week Ahead

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In this special episode, I’m taking you back to a conversation I recorded a few years ago with one of the astrologers I admire most, Demetra George.

My fascination with the Dark Moon didn’t come from astrology school. It grew slowly over time, through being around magical women, healers, and seekers who understood that the quietest phase of the lunar cycle carries extraordinary power.

Everything truly crystallised when I read Demetra’s book Mysteries of the Dark Moon. I became determined to speak with her, and after a little persistence and quite a few emails, she finally agreed.

What followed was one of the most memorable conversations I’ve ever had about lunar wisdom, goddess traditions, and the ancient roots of astrology.

In this episode, we explore why the Dark Moon isn’t something to fear, what ancient astrologers really taught about feminine spirituality, and how this hidden phase of the Moon can be used for healing, insight, and renewal.

This conversation also feels especially timely as I prepare for the release of my Dark Moon Oracle Cards, now available for pre order.

In this episode, we cover:

• How Demetra George first became fascinated with goddess mythology and astrology.
• Why the Dark Moon represents withdrawal, regeneration, and the sacred pause before a new cycle.
• The inspiration behind Mysteries of the Dark Moon.
• The forgotten ancient name of the Third House as the House of the Goddess.
• How early astrological texts linked the Moon with women’s rites, dreams, and divination.
• Demetra’s interpretations of Medusa and Lilith and reclaiming feminine power.
• The symbolism of serpents, Kundalini energy, and feminine wisdom.
• How ancient priestesses used ritual, sexuality, and lunar timing for healing and regeneration.
• Why goddess traditions may not have vanished, but simply entered a hidden phase.
• Simple Dark Moon rituals you can try at home.
• Clearing your space, unplugging from stimulation, and inviting dreams and insight.
• How astrology can act as a form of remembrance rather than prediction.

Why this episode matters

This is a conversation about slowing down in a fast world.

If you’ve ever felt drawn to lunar cycles, goddess wisdom, or the quieter spiritual spaces between endings and beginnings, this episode is for you.

Finding Demetra George

Find Demetra George at https://demetra-george.com/

And her amazing book MYSTERIES OF THE DARK MOON here https://geni.us/darkmoonmysteries

Explore the Dark Moon with me

If listening to this episode sparks your curiosity, I’ve created a free guide to help you work with the Dark Moon in a grounded and supportive way.

You can download it here:

https://magic.moonology.com/get-dark-moon-guide

It’ll show you how to use this powerful lunar phase for release, healing, and renewal so you can move into each New Moon cycle feeling clearer and more aligned.

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Did you know there’s such a thing as the astrology of menopause? Yasmin explores how Saturn, Uranus and Chiron cycles in our 40s and early 50s symbolise themes like reassessment, disruption and healing, and asks whether those line up with real-world menopause.

To reality-check the astrology, Yasmin invites her oldest friend, journalist and TV producer-turned-author Fiona Clark, whose new book MenoWars dives into the medical, cultural, and political landscape of menopause today.

In this conversation

Yasmin and Fiona discuss:

• The idea of “astrology of menopause” and key midlife cycles

• Why Saturn themes of reassessment and low mood match many women’s symptoms

• The “no more fucks to give” threshold and Uranus-style liberation

• How trauma affects menopause severity and why research is lacking

• The politics, commercialisation, and medical gaps around menopause care

• The Maiden–Mother–Crone framework and whether a “wise elder” stage exists today

• Why Fiona started a menopause charity to tackle research funding and education gaps

• HRT confusion, risk, and why “it depends” is the only honest answer

• Laughter, honesty, feminism, and reclaiming the Crone

Key takeaways

Midlife astrology mirrors lived experience more than you might think.

Saturn’s heaviness, Uranus’ rebellion, and Chiron’s healing themes show up in mood, identity, health and boundaries.

Menopause is not just hot flushes.

There are silent changes to the brain, heart, and bones that need attention beyond symptom management.

The cultural moment is messy.

Social media, medical arguments and commercial influences have created what Fiona calls the “Menowars.”

Feminism matters here.

Access, research, education and respect are still uneven. Menopause is a women’s health equity issue.

There is power in the Crone.

The idea of the wise elder resonates, but culture hasn’t caught up yet.

About Fiona’s book

“MenoWars: Why menopause’s moment has gone horribly wrong, and how you can navigate your way through it”

The Times called it “fascinating.” It looks at menopause through science, politics, media, money and medicine, and includes humour plus real stories from women.

Available in the USA this week, and already in the UK and Australia.

Where to find Fiona

• Instagram: @fiona_clark_writes

• Menopause Research and Education Fund: (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube)

• Book: MenoWars: Why menopause’s moment has gone horribly wrong, and how you can navigate your way through it

A final piece of advice from Fiona

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Mainly Moonology is a podcast for people looking to manifest their dream life leveraging the power of the moon. Tune in each week for accessible moon teachings, weekly readings, discussions about the Law of Attraction, and everything in between! Follow us for more.