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Exploring Archetypes through Astrology

Exploring Archetypes through Astrology is an introductory course recommended for those who wish to experience and gain a working knowledge of archetypes or archetypal psychology through modern astrology.  Astrology is a system of knowledge based on the movement and patterns of the planets. As stated in the ancient dictum, ‘as above so below’ astrologers perceive a meaningful connection between outer planetary movements and the inner psychic realm.

In astrology each planet represents a universal principle of human life. Similarly, the archetypal perspective is based on the concept of universal principles that permeate all life experience. Some examples of archetypes may include love (Venus), war (Mars), mother (Moon), death (Pluto), chaos (Neptune) and order (Saturn). Modern astrology has rapidly evolved over the last century to incorporate the archetypal and transpersonal perspectives of the psyche.

This emerging synthesis of depth psychology and astrology is both illuminating and powerful in that it provides a system of precise calculations in regards to the timing of archetypal movements and patterns in individual and collective life.

Topics covered in the course include:

  • “What’s all this about archetypes?”
  • The archetypal meaning of each planet as explored through history and culture, mythology, astronomy, psychology, the language of symbols and art.
  • Applying knowledge of the planetary archetypes within a Transpersonal Therapy scenario.
  • Major developmental phases throughout the lifecycle as described by planetary transits.
  • Each generations unique planetary configuration and character.
  • Applying knowledge of the planetary archetypes within a Transpersonal Therapy scenario.
  • A fascinating look at 2008-2015 in regards to major planetary patterns and world events.

    • NB** No prior knowledge of astrology or archetypal psychology will be required.

    The course will be delivered by Kirilly Smitheram, B Sci. (Psychology), Dip. Transpersonal Counselling, Dip. Shamanic Practice, Adv. Cert. Astrology, winner of the FAA Allen Johnson award for excellence in Astrology. For inquiries please contact Kirilly via email: info@healingwithimagination.com.au, or by calling 02 9590 7452.

    Archetypal astrology will be presented in 2 venues:

    Marrickville (17 Gladstone St, Marrickville)

    Tuesday nights from 6:30- 9:30 pm over 10 nights, starting 23rd June through to the 25th August

    Hornsby (College of Complementary Medicine, 2 Burdett St. Hornsby)

    Monday nights from 6:30- 9:30 pm over 10 nights.

    Starting August 3rd through to October 26th (excluding September 7th, 14th and October 5th).

    NB** Bookings for Hornsby campus can be made with the College of Complementary Medicine on 02 9482 3603.

    Cost: $350.


    To contact Kirilly for enquiries call 02 9590 7452 or write to info@healingwithimagination.com.au