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by Sarah Faith Gottesdiener
Moonbeaming helps creatives, intuitives, mystics, visionaries, practitioners, and small business owners navigate change and cycles. We explore spiritual concepts, consciousness and energy, archetypes, visual culture, psychology, and effective practices that will help you expand, learn, and grow. Your host Sarah Faith Gottesdiener, is an artist, author, small business owner and practitioner with over 20 years of experience. Visit the [moon-studio.co](http://moon-studio.co) for more of her education and products.
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This episode of Moonbeaming is proudly sponsored by Clear Channels, the Moon Studio’s upcoming newsletter and channeling course on May 30th and 31st. Learn more HERE Today we’re sharing a very special ‘minisode’ from the beloved Moon Studio ‘Secret Studies: Intuition’ course. Sarah recorded this episode after a common feeling began emerging among the group… the feeling of being “behind.” Behind on the material. Behind in life. Behind compared to who you thought you'd be by now. In this deeply compassionate teaching, Sarah explores what may actually be underneath that feeling and why growth often brings up discomfort. On this episode of Moonbeaming you'll hear: Why feeling "behind" may actually be a protective response The hidden relationship between shame and safety How we create fantasies about our future selves instead of taking action Why growth, healing, and intuition development are never linear How self-criticism can become a familiar nervous system pattern What grief has to do with personal transformation Why change often brings up resistance, fear, and doubt The difference between fantasizing about change and practicing it How to build trust in yourself through small, consistent actions Why you're probably doing better than you think This episode is for anyone who has ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, self-critical, or convinced they're falling behind in life.
This episode of Moonbeaming is proudly sponsored by Clear Channels, the Moon Studio’s upcoming newsletter and channeling course on May 30th and 31st. Learn more HERE What does it really mean to feel connected to yourself and the world around you? Today, Sarah sits down with CARE (they/them) an abolitionist somatic practitioner, educator, writer, and doula for a wide-ranging conversation on trauma, spirituality, intimacy, accountability, and the wisdom of the body. Together, they explore what it means to practice abolition in our most intimate relationships, how trauma lives between us, and why healing cannot happen in isolation. This episode is for anyone navigating conflict, longing for deeper connection, curious about somatics, or seeking new ways to think about healing, accountability, liberation, and embodiment. On this episode of Moonbeaming you’ll hear: What somatics actually are and why the body holds memory How trauma lives in relationships The intersection of abolition, intimacy, spirituality, and healing Why conflict is necessary for collective liberation How the body protects us until we’re ready to feel The difference between safety and comfort How power, pleasure, pain, and accountability shape our lives Why the body is kind CARE (they/them) is a light-skinned Black trans non-binary abolitionist somatic practitioner and educator, writer & doula who works on remembering embodied experiences of awe, connection, miracles & care. Their work blooms at the intersection of Black interiority, somatic memory, and queer intimacies. They are the creator of Liberation Practice Field, the first year-long communal program that explores the somatics of abolition and the Erotics of Liberation in which all teachers are Black and Brown (and a most of them queer and trans!) as well as The Ancestral Healing Tarot Deck. They write at the intersection of abolition, intimacy and conflict. eroticsofliberation.com | eroticsofliberation.substack.com | instagram.com/eroticsofliberation
What if timing could change the way you experience life? How can astrology help us make the best of…well, everything? Today, Sarah sits down with Kaitlin Coppock, founder of Sphere + Sundry — a premier house of talismanic materia and astrological magic — to explore creativity, ritual, planetary timing, and what it means to build a life in relationship with the cosmos. This episode is for anyone curious about astrology, ritual practice, entrepreneurship, spiritual creativity, and the mysteries that unfold when we collaborate with the unseen. On this episode of Moonbeaming you’ll hear: What astrological magic actually is and how talismans work How Kaitlin built Sphere + Sundry from a side project into a thriving business Why timing matters in magical and creative work The role of herbs, oils, incense, and materia in ritual practice Practical advice for starting an astrological magic practice How ritual can support collective healing, repair, and imagination Whether you’re deeply immersed in astrology or simply curious about living more intentionally and creatively, this conversation offers a rare glimpse into a world where ritual, craftsmanship, spirit, and timing all meet.
This episode of Moonbeaming is proudly sponsored by Clear Channels, the Moon Studio’s upcoming newsletter and channeling course on May 30th and 31st. Learn more HERE What would change if you stopped letting rejection control your life? In this fiery solo episode, Sarah explores why every creative person needs a PhD in rejection. Through stories from her own life and work, she unpacks the emotional, psychological, and spiritual dimensions of rejection — and why learning how to face it is essential if you want to fully express yourself. Together, we explore rejection as exposure therapy, creative initiation, and a practice of self-trust. Sarah shares how rejection wounds form, why visibility can feel terrifying to the nervous system, and how avoiding rejection often becomes a form of self-abandonment. On this episode of Moon Beaming, you’ll hear: Why rejection feels so painful in the body and nervous system How childhood wounds shape fear of visibility and expression The connection between creativity, self-worth, and being seen Why avoiding rejection is actually self-rejection How perfectionism and over-editing disconnect you from your voice What it means to build a “rejection practice” How to stop letting fear control your creative life The role of resilience, emotional alchemy, and nervous system healing in creativity Why putting yourself out there is a spiritual practice Remember! Rejection does NOT mean that you’re failing it is a sign that you’re finally participating in your life.
This episode of Moonbeaming is proudly sponsored by Clear Channels, the Moon Studio’s upcoming newsletter and channeling course. Use code POD10 for 10% off through May 10th at midnight. What happens to your creativity when life gets full? In this deeply honest and expansive conversation, Sarah is joined by writer, artist, and creativity coach Catherine LaSota to explore what it actually means to live a creative life… especially when time, energy, and capacity are limited. Together, they dive into creativity as a practice of trust, presence, and self-definition, and unpack the tension between who we think we “should” be as artists and who we actually are in our real lives. On this episode of Moon Beaming, you’ll hear: Why creativity is not just output How to stay connected to your creative identity during intense life seasons The role of time, capacity, and emotional energy in creative practice Why “not creating” is sometimes part of the creative cycle How caregiving, parenting, and real life can expand your creativity The connection between creativity, trust, and surrender Why defining yourself as an artist is an internal practice This episode is an invitation to redefine what it means to be creative, to honor the season you’re in, and to trust that your creativity is still alive… even when it looks different than you expected. ----- Meet Catharine: Catherine LaSota is a creative advisor & inspirer who is here to help you build and sustain a creative practice that works for you, taking into account your resources, capacity, deep desires, and unique vision. She parents two young children in Queens, NYC, and in addition to her MFAs in Sculpture and Creative Nonfiction, she has professional training and experience as a coach, singer, French horn player, and advanced SCUBA diver. A former bartender and retail manager, Catherine is also the founder of the LIC Reading Series, the former Executive Director of the Center for the Study of Social Difference at Columbia, and the current Associate Director of Social Practice CUNY. Her writing can be found in Literary Hub, Vice, The Rumpus, Electric Literature, Catapult, and elsewhere. She offers 1-on-1 coaching for writers and anyone ready to prioritize their creativity; online workshops; in-person writing parties; and occasional retreats. Catherine loves being in conversation and listening deeply, and you can hear more from her on Feed the Art, her podcast about nourishing your creative practice. website: catherinelasota.com Instagram: @catherinelasota Feed the Art podcast on Apple free resource: Creative Containers interview series --- Join The Moonbeaming Community: Join the Moon Studio Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/themoonstudio Buy the 2026 Many Moons Lunar Planner: https://moon-studio.co/products/many-moons-2026?srsltid=AfmBOopThx1yrmKl0tMjecc_EFeeN5DAiIafqPqvQ4Uke1WEi5droeam Subscribe to our newsletter: https://moon-studio.co/pages/newsletter Find Sarah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gottesss/
This episode of Moonbeaming is proudly sponsored by Clear Channels, the Moon Studio's upcoming newsletter and channeling course! Does money make you sick? Do you secretly want more money, but aren't sure where to begin? Do you feel like you are a plateau around money, but aren't sure why? Luckily, this episode will break it all down. Sarah shares some insights from her 10+ years as a business owner, with her own wounds and challenges that she had to overcome. On this episode of Moonbeaming, you’ll hear: Why you resent money Why you are afraid of money The intersections between identity and money And what to do about it This episode is an invitation to get real about your relationship with money, how to make more money, and still make the creative work you feel called to do.
This episode of Moonbeaming is proudly sponsored by Weiser Books. Since 1957, Weiser has been a leading publisher of esoteric and occult teachings from around the world, sharing beloved works on astrology, tarot, witchcraft, and magical traditions. Moonbeaming listeners can enjoy 30% off Weiser’s collection at redwheelweiser.com with code MOON30 and be sure to sign up for their newsletter to stay updated on new releases and special offerings. What if you didn’t have to have it all figured out to begin again? On this episode of Moonbeaming, Sarah sits down with poet, astrologer, and author Heidi Rose Robbins to explore what it means to move through change with more presence, creativity, and trust. Together, they reflect on what the Moon Studio is calling the “year of the pivot”—a time of reinvention, letting go, and becoming someone new, often without having a clear plan. They talk about how to navigate these moments without forcing clarity or perfection, and why the smallest steps can be the most powerful place to begin. Heidi shares how poetry, astrology, and daily practices like writing can become a tool to help us move through uncertainty with more compassion. The two also explore the role of repetition in creativity, the importance of showing up consistently (even imperfectly), and how structure can support us as we evolve. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why 2026 is a “year of the pivot” and what that actually means How to take the first step when you don’t feel ready Using poetry and writing as a tool for emotional alchemy Letting go of urgency and reconnecting to presence Why repetition—not perfection—is the key to creative work The power of daily practices (like Heidi’s “Moon Notes”) How astrology can be a tool for self-compassion and connection Learning to trust timing, cycles, and your own inner knowing This episode is an invitation to slow down, listen more deeply, and trust that something new may already be opening. Meet Heidi: Heidi Rose Robbins has been a professional astrologer for 25 years, helping thousands of clients all over the globe live with more authenticity and joy. Her podcast, THE RADIANCE PROJECT, features poetry, astrology, and good company. Twice a year, she leads Radiant Life Retreats for people wishing to take a deeper dive into her work. She is also a guest faculty member at Esalen in Big Sur, CA. Heidi has written two books of poetry, This Beckoning Ceaseless Beauty and Wild Compassion, and has been a featured poet at two TedX events. Her 12-book series The Zodiac Love Letters, was published by One Idea Press, and last year her new book, Everyday Radiance--based on her daily Instagram offerings--was published by Chronicle. Heidi lives in Los Angeles. heidirose.com @heidiroserobbins - IG Substack - @heidiroserobbins
Have you ever felt disconnected from your intuition, your guides, or your sense of self? In this episode, we’re bringing back from the archives, Sarah revisits a powerful and deeply relevant conversation on navigating a spiritual crisis. Whether sparked by personal upheaval, collective grief, or a slow inner collapse, spiritual crises can feel isolating and disorienting. But as Sarah reminds us, they are also part of being human and can become portals to deeper connection, clarity, and transformation. In this episode, we explore: What a spiritual crisis is The emotional weight of living through overwhelming or uncertain times Why hardship is not a reflection of failure or “doing something wrong” The “Three A’s” for moving through crisis: Availability, Acknowledgement, and Adaptability The concept of the healing spiral and why growth isn’t linear How to reconnect with intuition, even when it feels distant or inaccessible The importance of nature, small rituals, and grounded practices for support How to stay present with yourself through grief, anger, and uncertainty
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