Astrological systems are based on ancient mythologies. Those all arose out of cultures with deep, unconscious patriarchal biases - and those biases gave rise to many unhelpful assumptions in modern popular astrology. I take a post-patriarchy view, unravelling some of those unhelpful assumptions. Every chart I’ve seen (and I’ve seen a lot!) has revealed a brillian human, full of glorious potential. Whatever you've been told, I'm willing to bet that you are no different - and there is myth just waiting to be busted.

The system is rigged. Research shows that little girls are trained from a very early age to ignore their own needs while noticing and prioritising the needs of others, where little boys are taught to notice their own needs and figure out how to have them met. Little girls also learn early that seeking to express themselves fully is inappropriate, shameful or dangerous. Most self help books and productivity programs approach these issues as if they are a personal flaw that needs fixing - so NOW you’re also dealing with a low hum of shame or guilt for being ‘broken’ or ‘wrong’ because you’re not clear on how to unpack all that crap. My approach works because I directly address the systemic BS that got planted in your head AND I hook you up with powerful planetary allies in all their post-patriarchy glory.

Astrology is a symbolic language, but don’t have to know any of it because I’ll be your guide. And I’m a pragmatist, so I focus on what works best FOR YOU.

Doing this work of dismantling ancient systemic BS in one’s own head can seem a bit daunting. How will I know what to do? What if it doesn’t work for me? We will design your customised strategy, based on the potent human you are revealed to be, as well as by your astrological chart, the key planetary allies who support your goals, plus your level of energy and the current state of your animal body. I create safety by setting the pace of change at a speed which gives you the most traction - my signature absence of rush.

I don't make predictions about the future, because your journey is in your own hands. But we will look at key upcoming astrological 'weather' to see how best to surf what's coming up and how it will dance with your own chart. I don't say 'xyz will happen next' - rather, I ask 'how can we make the most of the upcoming trends and influences?'

My two coaching qualifications included three core years of training all up, plus various adjunct training in positive psychiatry, psychological first aid, trauma, identity shifting, emotional intelligence, astrology, chaos magic and diversity, equity and inclusivity. I'm a life coach, not a therapist or a doctor, so I will not diagnose; and I will not prescribe or recommend things for you to take (such as supplements, herbs or drugs). For more details, please visit https://www.janettedalgliesh.com/what-coaching-is

Liberating people from toxic BS systems is my jam. Ever since I was union rep on a TV production in 1995, and went into battle for the child actors to get their proper lunch breaks, I’ve helped thousands of people.  I did it first as a union organiser for actors and, later, academics. And since 2011, I’ve done it with hundreds of coaching clients. With 20 years as a professional performer, a few years in progressive politics and union work, a writing qualification, and growing up the daughter of a country doctor, it’s easy for me to work with clients from all walks of life. I’m fiercely passionate about freeing women from those old toxic systems in our heads, so we can all wreak more joy in the world and fulfil our true purpose.