Shadow has fascinated astrologers, psychologists, and spiritual seekers for decades.

Originally derived from Carl Jung's understanding of the psyche, the term has become tangled with ideas of secrets, trauma, and, in astrology circles, with signs like Scorpio or planets like Pluto.

But that's not what shadow is about - at least not in the way its father and original architect, Carl Jung, defined it.

Secrets, while mysterious and kept out of sight, are NOT shadow. Trauma, while pushed into unconsciousness for protection, does not sit at the core of the Shadow process. And in Pluto's underworld, there is no shadow at all ... it cannot be, because in the absence of light, nothing can cast a shadow.

So what is Shadow then?

Unlike secrets, which are deliberately kept out of sight, unlike trauma, which is often a sensitive, yet experientially rooted part of our inner world - the Shadow is utterly unknown to us. We are not aware of our Shadow.

From a psychological perspective, Shadow is the parts of ourselves we project outward when we cannot yet hold them consciously. The keyword - almost synonymous with Shadow - is Projection.

That's why, if we want to understand Shadow astrologically, we want to focus on the chart dynamics that generate projection in the first place: the Descendant and the 7th house, polarities, oppositions, and the one opposition we all have in our charts: the Lunar Nodes.

The SHADOW course is Astro Butterfly School's translation of Carl Jung’s views on the Shadow into astrological language.

Carl Jung called the process of individuation the real task of our lifetime. We could say Shadow is the Achilles' heel of the individuation process - no one can achieve wholeness without eventually meeting their Shadow.

There's nothing that helps us grow as individuals the way embracing our Shadow does.

Shadow work begins when who we think we are meets what we refuse to see – and that shift is where transformation becomes possible.

Transform Your Life With Astrology

The "Shadow" course is part of Astro Butterfly's "Transform Your Life With Astrology" framework, which consists of 4 different courses: Addiction, Shadow, Purpose and Service.

Each course explores a key stage of psychological development through a Jungian and archetypal lens, guiding you through the natural progression of individuation.

Shadow is that part on our journey where we're doing the actual work of meeting, integrating, and understanding the parts of ourselves we normally avoid, repress, or deny.

Once this work is underway, our life's Purpose begins to reveal itself to us. Service is the final step where we embody our Purpose and share our gifts with the world.

Shadow, with its direct contact with the very core of our psyche, is perhaps the most important stage - the make-or-break moment of the entire journey.

Embracing our Shadow determines whether or not we live our Purpose. Shadow work is THE most important thing we can do if we want our lives to unfold from a place of truth rather than projection, spiritual bypassing, or false alignment.

The "Shadow" course consists of 3 different modules, each exploring one dimension of shadow in the natal chart throughout 3 weeks:

• WEEK 1 (December 2nd - 8th) - Shadow Foundations
• WEEK 2 (December 9th - 15th) - Polarities And Oppositions
• WEEK 3 (December 16th - 21st) - Planetary Archetypes

Each week, you get access to theory lessons, live calls, reflections, practice, and implementation. All these components are designed to help you move from intellectual understanding to genuine inner integration.

Here's what to expect:

The weekly webinars (90 minutes each) are scheduled on Tuesdays.

In addition to the webinars, you’ll receive supporting materials: deep-dive lessons, case studies, reflection exercises and Q&A opportunities will guide your integration of the material. On Saturdays, we have complementary practice workshops for those who want to practice the concepts with fellow students.

Here is the live calls schedule; we offer the same call at 2 different time zones, you only need to join one:

• Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025, at 8:00 AM GMT (London) or 12:00 PM EST (New York)
• Tuesday, December 9th, 2025, at 8:00 AM GMT (London) or 12:00 PM EST (New York)
• Tuesday, December 16th, 2025, at 8:00 AM GMT (London) or 12:00 PM EST (New York)

If you can't join live, recordings become available within 24 hours. You have lifetime access to all materials and recordings.

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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS  

Q: When does the course start and when does it end?

A: The "Shadow" starts on December 2nd, and ends on December 21st, 2025.

Q: How long do I have access to the program?

A: You have lifetime access to all the course materials.

Q: Do I need to show up live?

A: We recommend you join the live webinars (they'll be offered at 2 different times to accommodate all time zones); however, if you can't join live, you can watch the recordings. You can revisit the material whenever you need to review or deepen your understanding.

Q: How much astrology do I need to know?

A: The program is designed for all levels, from beginners to professional astrologers. A basic understanding of planets, houses, and aspects is recommended for better clarity and depth of insight.

Q: Is the program worth the investment?

A: At the Astro Butterfly School, it's our mission to deliver value that’s at least 10 times the program’s price. Additionally, when you invest in yourself, you are "invested", and you're more likely to commit, complete the program and reap the benefits. 

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