The Concept

“We need to understand
that we can choose what knowledge is relevant and precious to us,
and to know that that knowledge which gives us a greater awareness
moves us on to become better people”

“Know thyself”

Crystal mountain Seminars are a one-day workshop which takes place once a month on a yearly cycle, as near to the time of the full moon as is possible. They are based on the sign of the Zodiac that the Sun is in at the time. Although based on astrology, they are also designed so that participants may explore other disciplines with which astrology has a correspondence.

Your Birth Chart is provided, and as such these seminars provide an opportunity to become familiar with astrology and also as a lever for self-growth. They are suitable for the beginner, although a knowledge with the basic concepts of astrology would be an advantage. And for those who know astrology it is hoped that they will be interesting and stimulating.

Seminar Outline

The seminars are in four parts.

In the first part the focus will be on the particular sign of the zodiac which the sun is in that time. This is a starting point from which we can explore the correspondences that it has with the planets and the houses. By way of example we will take a look also at the charts of well-known people who manifest that particular archetype. There will be an opportunity for you to work on your own chart and to deepen your understanding of that particular sign and its configuration. We conclude this first part with a short guided visualisation .

In the second part we will look at the fundamentals of astrology and the birth chart, the “building blocks” and “the nuts and bolts” of astrology. We will take this in easy stages by progressing from the point of view of the beginner to gain a deeper understanding of astrology. Here again there is an opportunity to see how these principles may apply to your birth chart

In the third part of the seminar we explore some of the points and issues arising with this particular sign of the zodiac, and also illustrate this with a film presentation about the sign.

The fourth part of the seminar is where we have a short ceremony to celebrate and to enjoy the energy of the day, - and with which to conclude the seminar.

Summaries of Seminars Content

January “The mountain top”
The Capricorn Seminar

The sign of Capricorn Saturn the tenth house Introduction to astrology symbols and signs archetypes and sub-personalities polarities parts of the birth chart the four elements our teachers inner parent individuation hierarchy the etheric body initiation and ascension Christmas and the birthing of the Christ Child the third eye The Angel and the Dweller

February “Companions on the Way”
The Aquarius Seminar

The Sign of Aquarius Uranus and Jupiter the eleventh house elements in relationships the three energies aspects our inner relationships horizontal and vertical relationships planets overview the great ages age of Aquarius change and transformation spiritual and personal growth imagination involution and evolution invocation and evocation transpersonal planets transpersonal qualities astrological significance of the Great Invocation

March “Sacred Space”
The Pisces Seminar

The Sign of Pisces Neptune and Pluto the twelfth house seven energies-aspects aspect patterns transits and timing free will and fate twelfth house as house of karma path-purpose-plan drama triangle keys to the twelfth house dreams meditation-mantra-mudra-mandala chart visualisation the soul and Soul Purpose Sabian symbols

April “The Birthplace of Ideas”
The Aries Seminar

The Sign of Aries Mars and Mercury the first house our place in space astronomy and astrology the house system colour red cardinal energy aspects: the square and the opposition red aspect patterns ego planets the ego structure authentic-inauthentic self ego defence mechanisms the will past-present-future raindrops and islands

May “The way of Love”
The Taurus Seminar

The Sign of Taurus Venus and Vulcan the second house colour blue aspects: the sextile and the trine blue aspect patterns values to live by “core values” and Buddhism attachment and desire the festival of Wesak the threefold personality crisis and opportunity gateways overcoming problems by changing

June “The Song of the Universe”
The Gemini Seminar

The Sign of Gemini Mercury and Venus the third house colour green aspects: semi-sextile and the quincunx mainly green aspect patterns astrology on the move will-love-intelligence the three festivals the wheel of the year communication connections and cords sound thought-forms the breath and prana affirmations mercury retrograde

July “Coming Home”
The Cancer Seminar

The Sign of Cancer the Moon and Neptune the fourth house red-blue-green aspect patterns the “veiling” of the Moon the Moon’s cycles the twelve Full Moon Festivals the Moon’s nodes your nodal pathway thoughts and feelings moon as our inner child Maslow’s hierarchy of needs family patterns shadow multi-bodied human

August “Becoming the Light”
The Leo Seminar

The Sign of Leo The Sun The fifth house light and colour multi-bodied human and the aura the Seven Rays consciousness the soul direction and purpose signs and synchronicities choice goal setting now time person centred counselling Carl Rogers and his “core conditions” the will self-actualization

September “Stars, Crosses and Rainbows”
The Virgo Seminar

The Sign of Virgo Mercury and the Moon the sixth house Zodiac man and Zodiac baby connections-cords-chakras the chakras and astrology astrology and healing integration of the personality stars and crosses the rainbow bridge space clearing and purifying Mercury and Shamanism The Path of Probation

October “Sitting on the fence”
The Libra Seminar

The Sign of Libra Venus and Uranus the seventh house the crosses part two chart comparisons meeting shadow soul based astrology the soul the Path Soul mates and Twin Souls spiritual romance Chakras and relationships Spiritual Laws

November “Letting Go!”
The Scorpio Seminar

The Sign of Scorpio Pluto and Mars the eighth house success-crisis and opportunity energy in the houses age point transits time lines Conversion Scorpio issues healing Scorpio the grieving process Hercules – the myth The Many-Headed Hydra death of the ego the Law of Karma The Path of Return Kundalini Shamballa

December “The Spiritual Journey”
The Sagittarius Seminar

The Sign of Sagittarius Jupiter and Earth the ninth house the uses of astrology astrological interpretation system – an overview the Jupiter and Saturn cycles growth in the birth chart from intellect to intuition risk taking dharma and karma perennial philosophy our own beliefs interfaith – an overview Alice Bailey and the Arcane School Mandala of beliefs Signposts the Tarot and the Runes personal journals The Akashic Records

An Invitation

You are warmly invited to take part in these informal workshops which are designed for those who are interested in developing and furthering their understanding of astrology and related subjects.

No previous knowledge of astrology is required in order to take part - just an open mind and a willing heart – although as with all learning, maximum benefit may be derived if one has a basic interest and knowledge in the subjects and feels drawn to develop this

You may join the seminars programme at any time of the year. But please bear in mind that each Seminar is like a piece in a jig-saw. Although each is complete in itself, with the focus being on the sign and its correspondences of that particular month, - each fits and builds together like a jig saw to describe a whole system. And, like a jig-saw, we do not come to know the full picture until the yearly cycle is completed. It is therefore suggested that, if you feel drawn to the concepts of learning and understanding that are presented in these seminars, that you make a commitment to attend for the complete year cycle.

Payment and Venue

Included in the payment for the twelve seminars are your birth charts and booklets containing notes on the discussion topics.

Refreshments are also included. Please bring for yourself a light lunch.

The seminars take place in Cumbria.

Details of payment will be sent to you on receipt of your registration of interest.

Contact

If you feel drawn to participate in these seminars, I would ask you to contact me initially and to register an interest.

At that time I will be able to let you know the availability of places and payment details. The seminars are well attended and places are limited

When you register an interest please let me know in addition to your name and contact telephone / email and / or address

Your birth date
Your birth place
Your birth time

Please also let me know your experience and level of knowledge of astrology and related subjects, and the reason that you would like to become a participant.

To register an interest - or to know further details please contact
Jeremy Cooper
mail@crystal-mountain.co.uk