Episode 108: What is Zodiacal Releasing?

Demetra George joins the podcast to discuss zodiacal releasing, a timing technique used to identify periods in one's life based on the lots of fortune and spirit. Originating in the 2nd century CE with Vettius Valens, zodiacal releasing uses the sequence of zodiac signs and their ruling planets to map out life's chapters relative to fortune (physical well-being) and spirit (motivation). The technique fell into disuse but was rediscovered as Hellenistic texts were recovered and translated in the 20th century. Demetra also details other ancient timing techniques that will be taught at an in-person retreat, including planetary periods, circumambulations through the bounds, annual perfections, and Ptolemy’s Seven Ages of Man, emphasizing the value of in-person learning for mastering these complex methods.