Amplify Your Vitality Through the Living Art of Astrology
Discover Your Sacred Blueprint and Embrace the Power of the Cosmos
Meet Your Guide on the Vital Astrology Journey
Hi, I’m Kate! Thanks for stopping by.
A little bit about the journey that’s taken me here. I’ve been interested in the mysteries of this earthly experience for as long as I can remember. The pure joy I would feel when a new Time - Life Mysteries of the Universe book found its way to me still puts a giant smile on my face. This fascination led me to a degree in Anthropology, where I was able to delve into the myriad ways that humans have expressed their being in the world over the span of space and time. Around 7 or so years ago, I really started to dive deep into astrology and have found deep comfort and empowerment in my study of the stars, the archetypal energies held within the cosmos. In a strange way, looking up to the stars and planets is the best way I’ve found to really feel grounded.
There’s no denying that we are living in a chaotic and often stressful period of time. I was waiting until I “knew enough”, or was “expert enough” (or let’s face it, that I felt like *I* was “enough”) to put my offerings out there into the big wide world and start sharing my interpretation of astrology with others. The thing is, astrology is a lot like music; it’s about patterns and relationships; it’s always moving and evolving; and, it’s an infinite field of study. The time has come for me to be brave, dive in, share what I know and grow and expand with others by my side.
How do I know it’s time? Well, my Natal Chart, and transiting Pluto tell me so.
Vital Astrology is my invitation to you to join me in this ever-expanding exploration.
My Mission
My mission is to empower both myself and others through an exploration of ancient science and art of Archetypal Astrology, shamanic practices, cultural touchpoints and dream work. With playful curiosity, I will guide those who chose to work with me through this ever - unfolding dance of cosmic energies as we catapult into a new paradigm and guide you towards a life of meaning and vitality.
Vital Astrology is the culmination of years of dedicated study, blending shamanic practices from South America, Medicine Wheel teachings from North America, Archetypal Astrology, and empathic astrology alongside dream work to expand consciousness. It’s a unique approach to astrology that recognizes it as a language—one that, when understood, can profoundly amplify our life force and vitality.
Why Vital Astrology?
Named for the street I grew up on, St. Vital Avenue, Vital Astrology represents a deeply personal connection to the energies and stories we navigate throughout our lives. With a background in Anthropology and a lifelong curiosity about the human experience, I view astrology as an extension of this exploration—offering each of us unique insights into our energetic signature and the cosmic dance we are part of.
As I set out to formalize my astrology practice, and come up with a business name, my mind’s eye brought me back to my childhood home, on the corner of St. Vital Avenue in St. Albert, Alberta. I would set off down the road from there with my bestie, Ellen, to the elementary school by the river, on Mission Avenue. And just like that, the name of my practice arrived.
The word ‘Vitality’ finds its roots through the Latin vitalis, “of life, life giving”, and means the “capacity to live, grow, or develop” and is the characteristic that distinguishes the living from non-living things. Vital Astrology represents my desire to create and foster a deeply personal connection to the energies and stories we are invited to navigate throughout our lives, both as individuals and as members of the collective. Thinking back to my childhood, on avenues Vital and Mission, my vision for this service is to practice bringing childlike wonder, play and joy into the exploration of astrology as an impactful tool for personal growth and expansion.
Wanna come play with me? ;0)
A Unique Approach
What sets Vital Astrology apart is the blend of play, fun, and shamanic elements, allowing for a journey into your chart that’s engaging and transformative. I bridge the gap with language and metaphors that resonate, inviting you into a dialogue with the stars to discover your own meanings and insights.
What is Archetypal Astrology?
Archetypal Astrology is a psychological approach to understanding the impact of celestial movements on human behaviour, with the aim of guiding you on the path towards your most meaningful and vital life. Archetypes are the fundamental components of the human mind; a symbolic representation of the collective unconscious that, according to Jung, manifest as myths, symbols and dreams. The root of the word ‘Archetype’ means: Original pattern from which copies are made. The individual human psyche, in all of its nuance of expression, can be examined and understood by looking at the interconnectedness of these archetypal energies as they are expressed in the cosmos above, and use as a powerful tool of deep personal transformation.
Astrology Improv
Astrology is a ‘thinky’ business, with its own language system and design, and it can be challenging, especially when starting out, to bring the information down from the head and into the body. They say that when you create art, you create that which you yourself need. I spent a large portion of my life in a disembodied state, taking life quite seriously. My goal, as Vital Astrology grows and develops, is to establish creative and fun ways to bring astrological information down to earth, through embodiment exercises and fun, creative, playful games like those you would find in an Improv class. Stay tuned as this idea is in development, and some fantastic opportunities to learn in new ways are right around the bend!
My Lineage and Teachers
I am grateful to have studied Archetypal Astrology with Renn Butler, who has studied with both Stanislav Grof and Richard Tarnas, both instrumental scholars in the field of Archetypal Astrology. Renn is the author of several books, including ‘The Archetypal Universe: Astrological Patterns in Human Culture, Thought, Emotion and Dreams’ (https://www.rennbutler.com/) which I reference daily. His approach offers practical advice and cultural touchpoints that help illustrate the interplay and interconnectedness of the celestial bodies that I find so helpful and inspiring. I also have been lucky enough to have learned, through the examination of my own Natal chart, and personalized tutoring, from Susan Grace (www.susangrace.org), empathic astrologer. It is through my time with Susan that my love of astrology as a tool for personal growth and healing really took hold, back in 2017, and I often hear Susan’s voice as I speak and read for others.
Sarah Salter Kelly | Spiritual Teacher
“Kate has the ability to alchemize the information coming from our personal and galactic solar systems, converting them into tools for direction, intention, and transformation. We all need help in understanding our place in the mystery, Kate's support is worthy guide.”
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