Excerpts
Endorsements from the cover:
"Will astrology be ready to participate in the emerging new
paradigm? In The Astrology of Awakening, Eric Meyers invites
us from an astrology which orbits around ego towards a truly transpersonal
perspective. Our ideas about this ancient art are transformed
by a Copernican revolution. With key insights on every page, this
is one of the most important books on astrology in decades."
-Armand Diaz, Ph.D., author of Integral Astrology
"Eric Meyers has presented a convincing case for how the patriarchal value system is still largely reflected in the way we practice astrology. With unflinching clarity, he deconstructs the good/bad designations and gender-based astrological interpretations we've all learned and offers fresh and common-sense ideas to meet our potential for spiritual evolution in the 21st century. Meyers has started an important and sensitive conversation". Kate Sholly, The Mountain Astrologer magazine
"As our consciousness develops, so too does our understanding of the cosmos. The Astrology of Awakening is an invitation to revisit the underlying premises of astrology and to refresh its rich philosophical heritage from a non-fatalistic, non-judgmental, and deeply spiritual perspective. Meyers masterfully lays down a new framework that will not only inspire you, but may well become an essential read for generations to come." --Andrew Smith, M.A.
"In The Astrology of Awakening, Eric Meyers writes lucidly and cogently about the evolution of consciousness. He is emerging as one of the bright lights in the next generation of true evolutionary astrologers, adding his unique insights and integrative perspectives to the collective conversation." - Steven Forrest, author of The Inner Sky, Yesterday's Sky, etc.
This is a time of paradigm shift. We are moving from only identifying
in separation consciousness to integrating with our interconnectedness.
We are shifting from organizing life around ego in the direction
of spiritual realization. Instead of domination, we are learning
to live in accordance with nature and each other. Our fundamental
approach to life is being reexamined, all of our assumptions and
paradigms. How can astrology participate in this giant leap of evolution?
The Astrology of Awakening puts forth sensible reforms and adaptations
consistent with the collective awakening taking root across the
planet.
* Instead of judging the various parts of the astrology system in
terms of potential benefit, we can see all facets of the system
for their evolutionary value.
* As we are "souls having human experiences" the transpersonal is
emphasized. All of the planets are explored in terms of spiritual
connection.
* Discussion on the ego -- how it may hinder spiritual realization,
but ultimately serve as a vessel for it. We are creating a "sacred
marriage" between our autonomy (ego) and Oneness.
* Review of the Patriarchal Value System which has dominated Western
consciousness for millennia. How has it influenced astrology, and
what can we do about it?
* Discussion of our tendency for viewing life dualistically and
how that inhibits Oneness. We can partner the relativistic lower
mind (Mercury), with the transpersonal mind (Uranus) and refresh
our perceptions. A spiritual paradigm to complement the conventional
is offered.
* Integration with the world's wisdom traditions, teachings from
awakened masters, and The Perennial Philosophy.
* Thorough discussion of the evolution of consciousness: the various
levels in how we approach astrology, and how astrology itself is
developing through these levels.
* The Uranus/Pluto square, the astrology of 12/21/12, awakening
in culture, Heliocentric Astrology, and much more!
Please see the Introduction,the Table of Contents and Readers Comments for more information.
