Feminist Astrology with Babs Cheung: Using the Stars to Empower Women Entrepreneurs and Drive Personal Growth

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In this episode, Becky Mollenkamp chats with astrologer and feminist activist Babs Cheung about the powerful ways astrology can be used by business owners, especially women and non-binary entrepreneurs. They explore the intersection of feminism and astrology and how feminist astrology readings can help entrepreneurs avoid burnout, create sustainable businesses, and align their values with their business decisions. Babs explains the practical applications of astrology planning tools and how understanding your astrological chart can help you plan your business cycles and fiscal quarters.

This episode goes beyond the pop astrology you see in magazines, diving into the difference between pop astrology and real astrology and how astrology can actually be used for personal growth and activism. They also discuss the patriarchy’s role in shaping misconceptions about astrology and why embracing a self-centered approach can be a radical act of feminism.

Babs Cheung (she/her) is an astrologer, award winning writer, feminist thought leader and digital activist. Her forthcoming book details ways in which astrological transits mark an end to patriarchy (and other vehicles of oppression) through acts of activism (that don't cause burnout) tailored to your star sign. Additionally, she won't shut up about Mercury Retrograde and how it's the best time "to get good at something you suck at [doing]." and is obsessed with teaching clients how to plan their fiscal quarters according to their birth chart.

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Discussed in this episode:

• How astrology can be used for business planning and leadership for entrepreneurs
• The role of feminist astrology in helping women entrepreneurs avoid burnout
• How to plan using astrology tools that align with personal and business cycles
• Understanding the difference between pop astrology and deeper, personalized astrology practices
• Using astrology for activists to align personal values with activism
• The importance of distinguishing between being self-centered vs. selfish in a patriarchal society
• Aligning business planning with astrological transits for maximum impact
• How astrology can provide insight into workplace dynamics and personal growth

Resources mentioned:

• Girly Drinks by Mallory O’Meara
• Social Change Map by Deepa Iyer