Podcast
Moonbeaming
Hosted by Sarah Faith Gottesdiener · EN
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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Why You Need a PhD in Rejection: The Creative’s Guide
5d ago00:56:47Tap to summarizeThis 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.
Transcribe →Making Space For Creativity When There is None with Catherine LaSota
2w ago00:55:57Tap to summarizeThis 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/
Transcribe →Why You Hate Money And What To Do About It
3w ago00:45:59Tap to summarizeThis 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.
Transcribe →Free Will Or Fate: Navigating Change with Astrologer Heidi Rose Robbins
4w ago00:51:17Tap to summarizeThis 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
Transcribe →How To Survive a (Spiritual) Crisis
Apr 1501:00:54Tap to summarizeHave 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
Transcribe →How To Advocate For Your Health with Licensed Clinical Scientist Tyla Bee
Apr 800:55:34Tap to summarizeWhat if your bloodwork say you’re “fine”… but your intuition is telling you something is “off”? In this episode, Sarah is joined by licensed clinical scientist and author of Brains Like Ours: A Smart Girls Guide to Mood, Modern Life, and the Science Behind Mental Health Tyla Bee, who is on a mission to help people better understand their labs, their symptoms, and the powerful connection between intuition and data. After experiencing rough mental health symptoms and discovering a critical vitamin deficiency that changed everything, Tyla transformed her personal journey into a framework for helping others take their health into their own hands. In this conversation, Tyla breaks down why standard lab ranges can miss important imbalances, how chronic stress and nervous system overload show up in your bloodwork, and which key markers are often overlooked in conventional care. You’ll learn: Why “normal” lab results don’t always mean optimal health The key labs most people aren’t getting (but should be) How inflammation, hormones, and stress impact your mental health The connection between intuition and biological data Practical ways to advocate for yourself in a broken healthcare system Meet Tyla: Tyla Bee is a licensed Clinical Scientist, Sunnyside Coach, lifetime card-carrying member of the anxiety club, and the author of Brains Like Ours: A Smart Girl's Guide to Mood, Modern Life, and the Science Behind Mental Health (Redwood Publishing, 2026). With years of experience in hospital laboratories and integrative medicine, Tyla bridges the gap between clinical science and holistic wellness, helping women understand the lab data behind their mood, energy, and hormonal health. She is the creator of the Load Capacity Framework and writes at substack.com/@tylabee. Links: Book: https://a.co/d/51HV6W9 Threads: @deartylabee Substack: substack.com/@tylabee
Transcribe →Can Astrology Help Us Navigate Conflict? with Queer Feminist Astrologer Dr. Michael J. Morris
Apr 101:01:41Tap to summarizeCalling all small business owners, healers, creatives, and educators! If you want to connect with an audience that truly understands and values your work, consider sponsoring an episode of Moonbeaming — we're a podcast with more than 2 million lifetime downloads and a deeply engaged, aligned community. For more information reach out to Hailey at moonbeamingpodcast@gmail.com --- What if astrology isn’t something you believe in—but something you practice? In this episode of Moonbeaming, Sarah is joined by Dr. Michael J. Morris, a queer feminist astrologer, tarot reader, artist, and teacher, for an expansive conversation on astrology as a practice rather than a belief system. Together, they explore relational and feminist astrology, conflict as a site of growth, and what it means to become who we are through what we practice. We hope you’ll find this conversation to be a grounding and thought-provoking exploration of how astrology can support personal and collective transformation, not as something to believe in, but as something to live. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why astrology can be understood as a practice rather than a belief system How “we become what we practice” shapes who we are over time The difference between belief-based thinking and practice-based living How astrology can shift your relationship to time, pacing, and life milestones Why there’s no such thing as being “behind” in your life How astrology invites us into relationship with the more-than-human cosmos Why conflict is necessary, generative, and even vital for growth Practices for staying present with discomfort instead of avoiding it How to structure a creative life through cycles instead of constant productivity Meet Michael: Michael J. Morris is a queer feminist astrologer, tarot reader, dance artist, writer, and educator committed to personal and collective healing and liberation. They began their consulting practice Co Witchcraft Offerings in 2019 through which they share astrology, tarot, and movement-based rituals. Michael holds a PhD in Dance Studies and brings decades of experience in dance, yoga, reiki, and other somatic practices to their work. They have presented at the Queer Astrology Conference, the Fresh Voices in Astrology Summit, the Astrology and Climate Change Conference, the Northwest Astrological Conference (NORWAC), the Annual Conference of the Astrological Association (UK), and the World Astrology Summit. They are also a teaching assistant in Kelly Surtees’ Astrologer Training Program and a guest teacher in the Foundations in Embodied Ancestral Inquiry course presented by wildbody somatics. https://www.michaeljmorris.co/ https://michaeljmorris.weebly.com/ --- 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/ --- What if astrology isn’t something you believe in, but something you practice? If you’ve ever felt confused about astrology you’re not alone. So many of us have been taught to approach spirituality through belief systems: Do you believe in this or not? And if you don’t, does that mean it has no value? But what if that question is the wrong place to start? In this episode of Moonbeaming, Sarah sits down with Dr. Michael J. Morris, queer feminist astrologer, writer, and teacher, to explore a radically different approach: astrology as a practice. Together, they unpack what becomes possible when we move away from belief and toward something we return to, live with, and grow through over time. If you’ve been craving a more grounded, relational, and expansive way to engage with astrology (and with your life), this conversation offers both clarity and invitation. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why astrology can be understood as a practice rather than a belief system How “we become what we practice” shapes who we are over time The difference between belief-based thinking and practice-based living How astrology can shift your relationship to time, pacing, and life milestones Why there’s no such thing as being “behind” in your life How astrology invites us into relationship with the more-than-human cosmos Why conflict is necessary, generative, and even vital for growth Practices for staying present with discomfort instead of avoiding it How to structure a creative life through cycles instead of constant productivity In the end, the question isn’t what you believe, it’s who you become through what you practice.
Transcribe →Writing as Oracle, Ancestral Gifts and Grief, and the Magic of Language with Sarah Shin
Mar 2501:14:58Tap to summarizeCalling all small business owners, healers, creatives, and educators! If you want to connect with an audience that truly understands and values your work, consider sponsoring an episode of Moonbeaming — we're a podcast with more than 2 million lifetime downloads and a deeply engaged, aligned community. For more information reach out to Hailey at moonbeamingpodcast@gmail.com --- What does it mean to follow creativity as a path of inquiry? In this episode, Sarah sits down with writer, curator, and founder of Silver Press, Sarah Shin, for a thoughtful conversation about creativity, intuition, and the role of language in shaping how we understand the world. Sarah Shin shares her path as the founder of Silver Press, a feminist publishing house dedicated to formally inventive writing, and Spiral House, an imprint exploring art, poetry, transformation, and alternative ways of knowing. Through publishing, curation, and collaboration, her work creates spaces for ideas that exist at the intersection of literature, philosophy, and the esoteric. Together, Sarah and Sarah explore how creative practice can become a way of thinking — and how poetry, myth, and symbolic language can help us understand experiences that don’t always fit into conventional frameworks. In this episode, you’ll hear: Sarah Shin’s journey founding Silver Press and building a feminist publishing house How poetry, myth, and symbolic language expand the way we understand reality Writing as an intuitive practice and a tool for exploring imagination The relationship between creativity, grief, and ancestral memory How inherited histories and ancestral stories influence the present The role of dreams, archetypes, and imagination in creative practice Meet Sarah: Sarah Shin works with transformation, dreams, myth, and poetic cosmologies. Through writing, research, publishing, curation and performance, she engages expansive, interdisciplinary ways of knowing. Silver Press and Spiral House Editions: https://www.silverpress.org/ Concrete Poetry (coming soon): https://concretepoetry.xyz/ The Word for World: https://www.aaschool.ac.uk/public/exhibitions/the-word-for-world [this site needs updating with the credits!] https://www.instagram.com/sarah_shin_/ https://www.instagram.com/silver.press/ https://www.instagram.com/spiralhouseeditions/ --- 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/ --- Writing as Inquiry: Creativity, Myth, and Language with Sarah Shin What does it mean to follow creativity as a path of inquiry? Many of us feel the pull to explore ideas that don’t fit neatly into one category — creativity, intuition, philosophy, spirituality, scholarship. You might wonder: Is it possible to treat creativity not just as expression, but as a way of understanding the world? The truth is, many artists, writers, and thinkers are already doing exactly that. Creative practice can become a way of asking deeper questions about reality, memory, and meaning. In this episode of Moonbeaming, Sarah sits down with writer, curator, and founder of Silver Press, Sarah Shin, to explore how poetry, myth, and symbolic language can open new ways of knowing. If you enjoy these conversations about creativity, intuition, and imagination, make sure you’re subscribed to the Moon Beaming newsletter for new episodes, reflections, and resources. In this episode, you’ll hear: Sarah Shin’s journey founding Silver Press and building a feminist publishing house What it means to be a “serial collaborator” and why creative work thrives in relationship How poetry, myth, and symbolic language expand the way we understand reality Writing as an intuitive practice and a tool for exploring imagination The relationship between creativity, grief, and ancestral memory How inherited histories and ancestral stories influence the present The role of dreams, archetypes, and imagination in creative practice Why meaning emerges through the encounter between a work and its reader How myth and poetry help us sense what rational language cannot fully explain The possibilities that open when creativity, spirituality, and intellectual inquiry meet At its heart, this conversation reminds us that language is not just a tool for describing reality — it’s also a way of shaping it.
Transcribe →Equinox Spells: A Collective Reading for Spring 2026
Mar 1800:24:16Tap to summarizeThis episode is proudly presented by Sphere + Sundry. Sphere + Sundry is an astro-magical apothecary founded by Kaitlin Coppock in 2018, known for pioneering the concept of Talismanic Materia — materials ritually crafted and consecrated during precise astrological elections to carry specific magical virtues. Blending traditional astrological magic with artisanal craftsmanship, the shop creates candles, oils, and other ritual tools designed to embody and transmit celestial energies. Its distinctive methods, aesthetics, and terminology have helped shape the modern astro-magical movement. SPHERE + SUNDRY — https://sphereandsundry.com TAKE THE QUIZ — https://sphereandsundry.com/#quiz-BZHEYDM OVER 11,000 5-STAR REVIEWS — https://sphereandsundry.com/client-testimonials/ --- What is Spring be asking of us? In this special episode of Moonbeaming, Sarah shares a preview of the Spring 2026 Equinox collective reading, offering a glimpse into the energetic themes emerging as the light returns and a new season begins. The Equinox marks a natural turning point, a moment that invites us to take action, shift old patterns, and begin planting new seeds for the months ahead. The full collective reading, including interpretations of the cards and guidance for the season ahead, is available for members of the Moon Studio Patreon community. You can join the community here: https://www.patreon.com/themoonstudio In this episode, you’ll hear: Why the Equinox represents a moment of transition and action The importance of returning to the present moment and “monotasking” your attention Why this spring may bring opportunities to break long-standing patterns --- 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/ --- Spring Equinox Preview: A Collective Reading for Spring 2026 What does this season of change actually ask of us? Many people are feeling the tension of this moment: uncertainty about the future, shifting plans, and the sense that multiple possible paths are opening at once. It can feel confusing to know where to focus your energy — whether to prepare for the long term, respond to what’s happening now, or simply try to stay grounded through it all. In this episode of Moonbeaming, Sarah shares a preview of the Spring 2026 Equinox collective reading, offering insight into the themes emerging as the light returns and a new season begins. If you’d like to hear the full Spring Equinox collective reading, you can join the Moon Studio Patreon community, where Sarah shares extended seasonal readings, exclusive episodes, and deeper guidance for navigating the cycles of the year. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why the Equinox represents a moment of transition and action The importance of returning to the present moment and “monotasking” your attention Why this spring may bring opportunities to break long-standing patterns Ultimately, this reading reminds us that the goal isn’t perfection or certainty. The real work of this season is learning how to move through life with more awareness, adaptability, and compassion.
Transcribe →Trust, Fear, and Following Your Inner Voice: An Intuition Q&A
Mar 1101:01:06Tap to summarizeCalling all small business owners, healers, creatives, and educators! If you want to connect with an audience that truly understands and values your work, consider sponsoring an episode of Moonbeaming — we're a podcast with more than 2 million lifetime downloads and a deeply engaged, aligned community. For more information reach out to Hailey at moonbeamingpodcast@gmail.com --- In this special episode of Moonbeaming, Sarah opens the floor to the Moon Studio community for a wide-ranging Intuition Q&A. She responds to thoughtful listener questions about mistakes, trauma responses, inner parts, despair, and the complicated process of learning to trust yourself. We hope you’ll agree that these questions open a compassionate conversation about growth, self-trust, and the reality that intuition often unfolds through experience, mistakes, and learning what truly matters to us. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why hindsight makes our past decisions look like “mistakes” The difference between intuition and patterns like people-pleasing or fear Why overriding intuition often reveals deeper healing work How Internal Family Systems (IFS) and parts work relate to intuition The role of protector parts, inner children, and nervous system responses Navigating intuition when you live with CPTSD or trauma responses Building nervous system capacity to follow intuitive guidance How to stay connected to intuition during burnout, grief, or despair Using intuition to find support rather than forcing clarity Why some goals we chase may not actually be ours — and what that teaches us How learning from experiences transforms “mistakes” into discernment The deeper question behind intuition: who you want to become --- 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/ --- How do you tell the difference between intuition, fear, and the voices of your past? Many of us want to trust our intuition — but it’s rarely that simple. Old patterns, trauma responses, people-pleasing, anxiety, and our nervous system can all speak loudly inside us. When those voices mix together, it can feel confusing to know what’s actually intuition and what’s something else entirely. If you’ve ever looked back at a decision and thought “I should have known better,” you’re not alone. Learning to trust your intuition isn’t about always making the “right” choice, it’s about building a relationship with yourself over time. In this episode of Moonbeaming, Sarah answers thoughtful questions from the Moon Studio community about intuition, discernment, trauma responses, and the deeper work of learning how to listen to yourself with compassion. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why hindsight can make past decisions look like “mistakes” The difference between intuition and patterns like fear or people-pleasing Why we sometimes override our intuition — and what that reveals How Internal Family Systems (IFS) and parts work relate to intuition The role of protector parts, inner children, and nervous system responses Navigating intuition when you live with CPTSD or trauma patterns Building nervous system capacity to follow intuitive guidance How to stay connected to intuition during burnout, grief, or despair Using intuition to find support instead of forcing clarity Why some dreams we chase may not actually be ours How learning from experience turns “mistakes” into discernment The deeper question behind intuition: who you want to become If this conversation resonates with you and you’d like to go deeper into developing your intuitive voice, you may want to check out Sarah’s Secret Studies: Intuition course: https://moon-studio.co/products/secret-studies-intuition-february?variant=49964951175463 Because in the end, intuition isn’t about perfection, it’s about learning how to listen to yourself.
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