Reverie + Clairvoyance
Muse 3-10-24
REVERIE + CLAIRVOYANCE
One of my greatest pleasures is curiosity. I am endlessly curious. Mostly about how seemingly different ideas inform each other. I’ve been lucky to have integrated this aspect of my curiosity into my life’s work. Exploring how different pursuits and interests collide with each other is always a fun adventure. This exploration 100% lights me up.
The focus of my thesis in graduate school was the clinical application of a technique I utilized as part of treatment with my patients. Outside of therapy sessions between myself and patients, I would draw a picture of each of my patients, usually only once throughout our therapeutic relationship. These drawings were not literal representations of each patient, but based on a visual communication I would receive during treatment. Some would appear as a tree, a feather, a building. The images would vary and I learned to just allow them to manifest rather than try to have them make sense. I attached the process of what I was learning and communicating by creating these drawings with an idea created by Bay Area psychoanalyst Thomas Ogden, known as the Intersubjective Analytic Third.
First, I’ll say I love Tom Ogden. He’s everything I adore about psychoanalysis. Intellectual and also waaaay outside of the box. In some ways psychoanalytic theory takes far out and very forward thinking ideas and brings them back to science and utility. The idea of an Intersubjective Analytic Third is far out there. That’s one of the reasons it is still so appealing to me. In essence, Ogden proposes that there are three entities that share the analytic space. The analyst, the patient, and a third entity that is a combination of the experience of both the analyst and the patient. This combination and communication between analyst and patient creates a third and what Ogden refers to as being intersubjective in that it belongs to both. It’s such a brilliant idea that it makes my head hurt in the best possible way. What I was proposing in my thesis is that these drawings were an extension of this Intersubjective Analytic Third. These drawings didn’t just represent my patient, but rather a combination of both our experiences in the treatment room and one that I could use to inform treatment.
I referred to the drawings in a very interpretive way, one very much aligned with psychoanalytic thought. They became a touchstone to engage with when crafting interpretations and fostering insights. These drawings were considered alongside another idea of Ogden’s, reverie. Ogden proposed that reverie, a state during or outside of treatment where the analyst's mind night wander to the experience of the patient, was incredibly informative in treatment. In his own work with patients, if his mind wandered or he was in reverie during a session, he would bring the context to light in order to inform the treatment. If a patient was talking and his mind wandered for a brief moment to a task he had to complete later that day, Ogden would bring it up in the session. This can look like, “while you were talking my mind went to the fact that I will be home late tonight because my car has to go into the shop.” Ogden would take this reverie as a possible message. Perhaps the patient was feeling broken too. Or perhaps the patient was feeling as though everything and everyone was more important than her. If Ogden was drawn into reverie when she was speaking, perhaps others are too.
I found looking at treatment through the lens of both reverie and the Intersubjective Analytic Third to be tremendously helpful and also creative. Giving voice to these pictures or moments and making them alive in the treatment room was not only helpful but also informative in a deeper way that otherwise wasn’t always within reach. As I’ve become more skilled at energy work and my study of clairvoyance has deepened over this past year, I can see great similarities between what Ogden proposed and the process of these modalities.
In energy work we use visualizations and pictures, usually during meditation to move energy and read energy. Essentially what I think I was doing without knowing it was creating these visualizations and pictures and making them real. My illustrations were not only representative of the Intersubjective Analytic Third, but also representative of each patient’s energy and how I was reading it. In reflection I see a similar connection between Ogden’s idea of reverie and the pictures we look at visually during energy work. There is so much to be found when we slow down and take the time to examine the information that results in an exchange of ideas or energy. The skill of being able to sit in reverie, and make sense of it is such an asset to the creative process. We have access to so much more information. And this information is subtle and just like the Intersubjective Analytic Third, colored by our experience, making it a truly authentic expression to guide our work.
xxx
LAS
NEW MOON
3-10-24
Pisces
Gate 22
The Gate of Openness
The New Moon's energy beckons us to plunge into the depths of our intentions, urging a dedicated commitment to nurturing the aspects we wish to see flourish in our lives.
Under the gentle sway of the New Moon in Pisces, accompanied by the ethereal essence of Gate 22, the Gate of Openness, we are called to embark on a profound journey of transformation and introspection. This lunar phase beckons us to dive into the depths of our intentions, nurturing the seeds of growth and renewal that we wish to cultivate in our lives.
As we immerse ourselves in the energy of this New Moon, we are invited to contemplate the significance of grace in our lives and relationships. How do we extend grace to ourselves and others, and what impact does it have on our overall well-being and fulfillment? Gate 22 teaches us to perceive the world as a magnificent tapestry, where every emotional experience contributes to the richness of our human existence.
This New Moon presents a sacred opportunity for releasing what no longer serves us and welcoming a renewed sense of purpose and alignment. Positioned in the mystical sign of Pisces, illuminating the 12th House, this lunar phase prompts deep reflection on matters of the soul, spirituality, and mental health. Under the gentle guidance of Neptune, the ruler of Pisces, we are called to tap into our compassionate sage within, embracing the power of imagination, wonder, and emotional depth.
Here are some journaling prompts to deepen your understanding and engagement with this New Moon:
1. Reflect on a recent experience where you extended grace to yourself or others. How did this act of compassion impact your emotional well-being and the dynamics of your relationships?
2. Explore any resistance or barriers you may have towards embracing grace in your life. What limiting beliefs or fears are hindering your ability to cultivate a mindset of openness and compassion?
3. Consider the areas of your life where you feel called to release what no longer serves you. What intentions or desires are emerging as you prepare to welcome a renewed sense of purpose and alignment?
4. Dive into the depths of your soul and spirituality, exploring the inner wisdom that lies within. How can you deepen your connection to your spiritual essence during this New Moon phase, and what practices or rituals can support you on this journey of self-discovery and growth?
The New Moon in Pisces, accompanied by Gate 22, invites us to embark on a transformative journey of introspection and renewal. This lunar phase prompts us to contemplate the significance of grace in our lives, releasing what no longer serves us and embracing a renewed sense of purpose and alignment. Under the mystical energy of Pisces, we are called to tap into our inner wisdom and spiritual essence, trusting in the flow of divine timing as we navigate this sacred journey of self-discovery and growth.
SOLAR TRANSIT
3-13-24
Gate 36
The Gate of Crisis
On March 13, the sun gracefully moves through Gate 36, the Gate of Crisis.
This celestial transition beckons you to embark on a profound journey of self-exploration, focusing on your capacity for compassion.
As the sun illuminates Gate 36, it shines a light on a path ripe for an exploration of the energies that shape your compassion towards oneself and others, recognizing it as a powerful tool for navigating through emotional turmoil. Gate 36 highlights understanding that compassion is the antidote to suffering, fostering a deep sense of empathy and understanding towards the human experience. From this place of empowerment, Gate 36 enables individuals to offer solace and support during times of emotional crisis, alleviating unnecessary suffering through acts of kindness and empathy.
Gate 36 also encompasses the struggle with self-compassion and empathy towards others. To be caught in cycles of self-criticism and unrealistic expectations, leading to feelings of inadequacy and emotional distress. To create unnecessary drama and chaos in relationships, stemming from an inability to relax and accept oneself and others fully.
To experience the expansiveness of Gate 36, it is essential to cultivate radical self-acceptance and create space to feel and process emotions authentically. By embracing self-compassion and empathy towards oneself and others, individuals can transcend feelings of inadequacy and emotional turmoil, fostering a deeper sense of peace and fulfillment.
Here are some journaling prompts to deepen your understanding and engagement with this transit:
1. Reflect on a recent experience where you demonstrated compassion towards yourself or others during a crisis. How did this act of kindness impact your emotional well-being and the well-being of those involved?
2. Explore any patterns of self-criticism or unrealistic expectations that arise in your interactions with yourself and others. What underlying beliefs or fears contribute to these patterns, and how can you cultivate greater self-compassion and empathy?
3. Consider a situation where you found yourself caught in emotional drama or chaos. What triggers or patterns led to this experience, and how can you create more ease and relaxation in your relationships?
4. Examine the role of radical self-acceptance in your journey towards elevating the frequency of Gate 36. How can you create space to honor and process your emotions authentically, fostering a deeper sense of compassion and empathy towards yourself and others?
Human Design Gate 36, the Gate of Crisis, invites individuals to embrace compassion as a transformative tool for navigating through emotional turmoil. While this gate encompasses the struggle with self-criticism and unrealistic expectations, it also empowers individuals to cultivate radical self-acceptance and empathy towards oneself and others. By creating space to feel and process emotions authentically, individuals can transcend feelings of inadequacy and emotional distress, fostering a deeper sense of peace and fulfillment in their lives.
NEW PROMPT!!
Do you know about Tapping? It can be an effective addition to energy work and nervous system regulation. Many of my Mentorship clients include Tapping as part of their daily ritual. You can learn more about Tapping and how to do it by hitting the button bellow.
EFT - Emotional Freedom Technique Tapping Prompt for this transit.
“Even though I can find myself creating drama and chaos, I move toward empathy and an understanding of self and others and I deeply and completely love and accept myself.”
Have a great week exploring these transits! Ready to learn more about your Human Design? Hit the buttons below to schedule a reading with me and download the free Human Design information sheets to learn more!
IN HARMONY
I was introduced to this band by my daughter. She’s much more creative when it comes to all the music Spotify and Apple Music can expose us too. Finding playlists and going down the rabbit hole of this sounds like that, then inspired by this, etc. I’ve discovered some incredible music just by making stations and following a vibe thread to thread. I forget exactly how Vansire appeared but I’m so glad they did. This song is from 2019 but it remains one of my favorites from the Minnesota duo. A bit of Belle and Sebastian, Sufjan Stevens and Noah Kahn and maybe even the Shins.
Their newer work is equally lovely. I always enjoy a folk vibe with a back beat.
I hope you enjoy it too. Hit listen to get a taste.
And hey, some of you asked for all the In Harmony songs as a playlist. If that's you, here it is.
