Mysteries of the Dark Moon: The Secret Lunar Phase

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 mattersThis 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/darkmoonmysteriesExplore the Dark Moon with meIf 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-guideIt’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. Join the Mainly Moonology inner circle: https://moonmessages.com/magical––Follow Yasmin on socials:✨ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yasminbolandmoonology ✨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moonologydotcom/––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.

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 conversationYasmin 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 CroneKey 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 itA final piece of advice from Fiona“Stop listening to everybody else’s opinions. It’s your menopause, it’s your choice… cut out the noise.” Join the Mainly Moonology inner circle: https://moonmessages.com/magical––Follow Yasmin on socials:✨ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yasminbolandmoonology ✨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moonologydotcom/––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.

2026 is a big year astrologically. And that’s exactly why this isn’t the year to push harder, cram more in, or expect yourself to run on empty.In this episode, I talk about how to plan the year ahead in a way that actually protects your energy rather than drains it. Because burnout doesn’t come from being lazy or unmotivated. It comes from poor pacing and unrealistic expectations.If you want 2026 to be a year where you stay inspired, productive, and well, this episode is for you.In this episode, we exploreWhy most people burn out even when they’re doing everything “right”The difference between planning and overloading yourselfWhy rest is a strategy, not a rewardHow to plan your year around energy rather than pressureThe importance of knowing when not to pushHow the Moon naturally builds in action phases, pause points, and reset windowsWhy ignoring cosmic timing often leads to enforced stopsHow working with New Moons, Full Moons, and Quarter Moons can change how you feel day to dayA simple way to make 2026 feel manageable instead of overwhelmingThe big takeawayYou don’t need a perfect plan for 2026.You need a kind one.When you work with the Moon, you stop fighting yourself. You pace your ambition, protect your nervous system, and make space for real momentum without exhaustion.Want help putting this into practice?The Moonology Diary 2026 is designed to help you do exactly that.It includes:A full astrology overview of the year aheadMonthly guidance so you know when to push and when to pauseAll New Moons, Full Moons, and Quarter Moons clearly markedInterpretations so you understand how to use each phaseAccess to my Kickstart 2026 workshop replay, where I share my full box of tricks for the year aheadIf you want 2026 to feel aligned rather than exhausting, this is your starting point. Get your copy at moonologydiary.comAnd if this episode helped you, please share it with a friend. It makes a huge difference and helps me keep the podcast going.Lots of love, and don’t burn out in 2026.Join the Mainly Moonology inner circle: https://moonmessages.com/magical––Follow Yasmin on socials:✨ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yasminbolandmoonology ✨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moonologydotcom/––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.

In this episode, Yasmin is joined by astrologer Cassandra Tyndall for a grounded, eye-opening conversation about the astrology of 2026 and why so many fear-based predictions may be missing the point.With Saturn and Neptune preparing to enter Aries and Uranus moving into Gemini, the astrological headlines have been dramatic. Talk of chaos, conflict and even global collapse is everywhere. But is that really what the chart is saying?Together, Yasmin and Cassandra explore how these major planetary shifts are more about sovereignty, resilience and staying centred than doom and gloom. They discuss why future conflict is likely to look very different from the wars of the past, how Pluto in Aquarius is changing the nature of power itself, and why information, beliefs and nervous system regulation matter more than ever.This is a conversation about staying calm in a noisy world, holding your inner centre when everything feels fast, and learning how to work with the astrology rather than fear it.In this episode, we cover:• Saturn and Neptune entering Aries and what that really means• Uranus moving into Gemini and the rise of information wars• Why 2026 is being widely misinterpreted by fear-based astrology• Pluto in Aquarius and unorthodox expressions of power• How conflict may show up differently in the modern world• The importance of staying sovereign during rapid change• Why the Waning Moon is a powerful time for emotional release• How to give yourself grace at the start of a new year• Navigating Chiron triggers without spiralling• Why healing is often about reacting differently, not being “fixed”This episode is for you if:• You’ve felt unsettled by predictions about 2026• You want a calmer, more empowering take on the astrology• You’re tired of fear-based spiritual messaging• You want to stay centred and grounded during big global shifts• You’re ready to lead your life from sovereignty, not anxietyThanks to Cassandra Tyndall for taking the time out to join us! You can find her at https://www.cassandratyndall.com/, and the discount code for you is: MOON20To get Yasmin's free Release 2025 meditation if you feel like you still have a little bit to release, go to https://www.moonmessages.com/release2025As always, thank you for listening. If this episode helped steady you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could use a calmer perspective right now.Happy New Year! Join the Mainly Moonology inner circle: https://moonmessages.com/magical––Follow Yasmin on socials:✨ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yasminbolandmoonology ✨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moonologydotcom/––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.

Turning the Corner, Power to the People & Working With AIIn this episode of the Mainly Moonology Podcast, host Yasmin Boland shares her first Full Moon update of 2026, recorded after a live chanting and fire ceremony with her Mainly Moonology members.This heartfelt and wide-ranging session blends lunar wisdom, astrology, and grounded life insight, exploring how to consciously release the past, navigate emotional intensity, and step into personal power as the new year unfolds.✨ In This EpisodeWhy the first Full Moon of the year sets the emotional tone for 2026The emotional and intuitive themes of the Full Moon in CancerHow Full Moons support release, forgiveness, and letting goPluto’s move into Aquarius and the rise of power to the peopleWhy astrologers are calling 2026 a major turning-point yearUranus moving into Gemini and what it means for AI and communicationHow to use AI wisely while staying grounded and discerningThe most intense months to watch: April and July 2026Why working with the Moon works — even if you’re skeptical🌑 Full Moon Themes & KeywordsTurn the cornerKeep coolChase a dream or make changesRelease emotional residue from 2025🔥 Practices MentionedFull Moon fire ritualsChanting and energetic releaseForgiveness lists and journalingWorking intentionally with lunar cycles📔 Resource Mentioned📖 Moonology Diary 2026 A practical lunar guide featuring New Moon intentions, Full Moon release work, and astrological insights for the entire year.Get your book here: moonologydiary.com💫 Final ReflectionYou don’t have to believe in astrology for this to work. Working with the Moon is a simple, repeatable framework that helps you release what no longer serves you and consciously create change.🌕 Happy Full Moon. Join the Mainly Moonology inner circle: https://moonmessages.com/magical––Follow Yasmin on socials:✨ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yasminbolandmoonology ✨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moonologydotcom/––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.

This week brings some mentally challenging astrology, especially around communication, focus, and decision-making. If you’ve been feeling blocked, foggy, or overwhelmed, you’re not imagining it.In this episode, I walk you through why this week may feel tougher as it unfolds, what’s happening astrologically to create that pressure, and most importantly, how to work with the energy rather than fighting it.While there are some tricky Mercury aspects coming up, the bigger picture is actually supportive. These transits are helping us process the year that’s ending, clear mental clutter, and prepare emotionally for what’s ahead. Nothing here is a punishment. It’s a pause. A sorting out. A recalibration.I also talk about the Cancer Full Moon on January 3, which acts as an emotional checkpoint and an invitation to feel first, then act.As always, the focus is not on fear or overwhelm, but on reassurance, timing, and self-trust.In this episode, I cover• How this week is likely to feel emotionally and mentally• Why communication and mindset may feel harder as the week goes on• The key Mercury aspects influencing clarity, focus, and conversations• Why mental blocks and confusion are part of processing the year, not a sign you’re behind• How this energy may show up in everyday life• What to do and what not to do with this week’s astrology• How the Cancer Full Moon supports emotional truth and inner safety• Why you don’t need to have everything figured out yetAstrology highlights• Mercury harmonising with Chiron brings opportunities for healing conversations• Mercury squaring Saturn can feel mentally heavy or restrictive• Mercury squaring Neptune may create foggy thinking or confusion• The Cancer Full Moon on January 3 helps us release, reflect, and reset emotionallyHelpful links mentionedIf you’d like to get your copy of the Moonology Diary, visithttps://moonologydiary.comTo access the free workshop that comes with the diary, make sure you register your copy athttps://moonologydiary.comIf you’d like to help shape the future of this podcast, you can complete the listener survey herehttps://moonmessages.com/surveyFinal thoughtThis is not a week to force clarity or push for answers. It’s a week to be gentle with your mind, take things one step at a time, and trust that you’re moving through a meaningful transition.You’re not behind. You’re simply in process.Join the Mainly Moonology inner circle: https://moonmessages.com/magical––Follow Yasmin on socials:✨ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yasminbolandmoonology ✨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moonologydotcom/––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.

What if the most powerful tool you have for calming your nervous system, clearing your mind, and navigating life’s most intense moments is something you’re already doing every day?In this episode of the Mainly Moonology Podcast, I’m joined by breathwork coach and human optimisation specialist Sam Adams for a deeply grounding conversation about breathwork, why it’s gaining momentum now, and how to use it safely and effectively in real life.We explore what breathwork actually is (and what it isn’t), why not all techniques are suitable for everyone, and how simple, science-backed breathing practices can help you regulate anxiety, sleep better, and build resilience during emotionally charged periods. Including those weeks when the astrology feels relentless.This conversation is especially relevant if you’re feeling overwhelmed, run down, emotionally sensitive, or mentally overloaded, or if you’re curious about breathwork but unsure where to start.In this episode, we coverWhat breathwork is and its wide rangeWhen breathwork helps and when it overwhelmsKey safety notes and limits for intense practiceWhy breath holds calm some but stress othersOxygen, carbon dioxide, and altered states explainedEffects on the nervous system and brain chemistryAstrological relevance with Uranus entering GeminiPreparing your nervous system for tough weeksA nightly practice to aid sleep and clarityA quick technique proven to ease anxietyBreathwork’s role in grief and life transitionsRediscovering ancient practices for modern timesPractical techniques shared in this episodeSam guides listeners through two accessible practices you can start using immediately:Coherent breathing for sleep and nervous system regulationA gentle, rhythmic breathing pattern designed to calm the nervous system, support deep sleep, and help your brain reset overnight.The physiological sigh for anxiety reliefA quick, research-backed technique to reduce anxiety in the moment and signal safety to the body.Both practices are suitable for everyday life and don’t require experience with breathwork.About my guestSam Adams is a breathwork coach and former life coach who blends nervous system education, ancient breathing techniques, and modern science to help people move through stress, trauma, and transition. Her work focuses on helping clients do less, regulate more, and reconnect with who they truly are beneath the noise.Find Sam onlineInstagram: @samadamscoachWebsite: https://sam-adams.com/Final noteIf the world feels intense, the astrology feels challenging, or life feels like a lot right now, this episode is your reminder that regulation comes before revelation.Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is simply… breathe.Join the Mainly Moonology inner circle: https://moonmessages.com/magical––Follow Yasmin on socials:✨ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yasminbolandmoonology ✨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moonologydotcom/––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.

The Last New Moon of the Year + A Week of Healing EnergyAs we approach the end of the year, most of us are thinking about what we’re ready to leave behind. Yet this week brings something different. The final New Moon of 2025 arrives on December 19 (USA) and December 20 (UK/Europe/Australia), and it invites a fresh start even before the calendar turns.This episode explores the astrology of the week, why the energies feel both challenging and hopeful, and how to work with it all in a steady, grounded way.In this episode• The flavour of this week’s Sagittarius New MoonEven with some intense aspects, it has an uplifting, optimistic core if you consciously lean toward it.• The tricky transits: Mars square Neptune + Sun square SaturnWhat they mean, how they may show up, and how to handle feelings of confusion, frustration, or heaviness.• The healing moments woven through the weekA beautiful Sun trine Chiron and Venus trine Chiron later in the week bring genuine chances to mend, reconnect, and reset emotionally.• A spontaneous healing chantYasmin shares the chant “In Nana” for invoking deep healing and invites you to bring to mind anything in your life that needs resolution or renewal.• Mars moves into CapricornWhat this shift means for stamina, drive, motivation, and the part of your chart that will receive a burst of determination.• The deeper meaning of a late-December New MoonWhy this is a powerful moment to reframe your mindset, reclaim optimism, and decide not to carry the heaviness of 2025 into the new year.Key links mentioned• Free Mars-in-your-chart PDFDiscover where your drive, determination, and push will be activated next:https://moonmessages.com/mars• Free ‘Release 2025’ MeditationLet go of the emotional weight of the year and get ready for a clearer 2026:https://moonmessages.com/release2025Timestamps00:03 – Why this time of year feels reflective.01:06 – The Sagittarius New Moon and its mixed energy.02:16 – Understanding Mars square Neptune.03:20 – Understanding Sun square Saturn.04:09 – The healing power of Sun trine Chiron.05:19 – Spontaneous guided healing chant.07:03 – Calling in healing.08:30 – Mars enters Capricorn: stamina and determination.09:18 – Mars PDF mention.10:22 – The New Moon chart details.11:19 – Using this New Moon to reset your mindset.12:28 – Jupiter’s supportive role.13:49 – Free 'Release 2025' meditation.14:38 – Recap of the week’s themes and supports.Join the Mainly Moonology inner circle: https://moonmessages.com/magical––Follow Yasmin on socials:✨ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yasminbolandmoonology ✨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moonologydotcom/––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.

A Week of Big News, Healing and Honest ConversationsThis week I’m joined by Londoner and astrologer Israel Ajose to explore a powerful moment in the skies. With Mercury activating Saturn, Neptune and Uranus, and Neptune completing its final sweep of Pisces, we’re entering a week where information moves, truths surface, and conversations have the potential to heal.We talk about the emotional sensitivity of this moment, why forgiveness may feel easier, and how Neptune’s long Piscean cycle has shaped collective spirituality. We also look ahead to Neptune in Aries and what it means for self-defined spiritual practice - less guru, more inner authority.If there’s a conversation you’ve been avoiding, a bridge to rebuild, or truth to speak kindly - this energy supports it.In This Episode• Mercury aspects + wave of communication, ideas + news• Why sensitive conversations may bring reconciliation• Neptune retrograde ending + the close of a 14-year Piscean chapter• The shift toward spiritual autonomy with Neptune in Aries• Collective compassion + global emotional themes• Israel’s top three astrologers and why they matter• Details about his Sacred Planets Astrology AcademyTakeaways• This is a week for speaking gently but honestly• Emotional clarity comes when voice and heart meet• Neptune endings = release, compassion, closure• New spiritual identity begins with internal authority• Healing often starts with one conversationListen + ShareIf you know someone who needs this kind of astrology - someone navigating emotion, communication or forgiveness - please pass it on. Israel's website: https://www.sacredplanets.co.uk Get the Moonology diary here https://www.moonology.com Join the Mainly Moonology inner circle: https://moonmessages.com/magical––Follow Yasmin on socials:✨ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yasminbolandmoonology ✨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moonologydotcom/––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.

Can one sentence really change the way a difficult aspect behaves in your birth chart? That is the question we explore with humanistic astrologer Kathy Rose in this week’s episode of Mainly Moonology. Together we look at the psychology of chart tension, the power of pithy affirmation, and whether behaviour change can actually re-shape the way your horoscope expresses itself in real time.Kathy walks us through how she identifies a therapeutic mantra from a natal chart using tension-points like Mercury overwhelm, Moon–Saturn heaviness, over-responsibility to others or Western Hemisphere people-pleasing patterns. We also discuss neuroplasticity, and why new thought pathways can heal old emotional imprints rather than bind us to them forever.We then bring the work into the skies of right now. You’ll hear us craft a mantra for the Full Moon in Gemini and explore how to use affirmations to redirect Uranian buzz, calm mental overstimulation and stay present instead of spiralling into “catastrophic future thinking.” Kathy shares a mantra for this Full Moon and offers a powerful universal affirmation for the year ahead.We also talk about women, confidence, the incoming astrology of 2026 and why imposter syndrome is rising now not as a setback, but as a call to claim space and voice. Kathy describes why Saturn–Neptune in Aries may be the era of spiritual self-sufficiency, decision-making confidence and healing through self-belief.This conversation blends astrology, psychology, mantra, mindset and the real mechanics of rewiring the brain. If you’ve ever wanted to use astrology to change your patterns instead of just understand them, you’ll love this.Find out more about Kathy Rose at https://www.roseastrology.com/Find out more about her Therapeutic Mantra course at https://www.astrologyuniversity.com/shop/search-by-astrologer/kathy-rose/therapeutic-mantras/ Join the Mainly Moonology inner circle: https://moonmessages.com/magical––Follow Yasmin on socials:✨ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yasminbolandmoonology ✨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moonologydotcom/––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.