Access to the wisdom of the heavens is a birthright shared by every human being on Earth. Yet for many who feel the call to move beyond simple skywatching into a deeper relationship with the cosmos, something essential is missing: grounding. Too often, seekers are handed abstract astrological concepts without being shown their roots in direct astronomical observation. Every principle of astrology—retrogrades, eclipses, zodiac systems, even why the Moon appears in daylight—begins with something visible, tangible, and knowable in the sky above us. Without this foundation, astrology can feel like a tangle of symbols and theories, disconnected from lived reality. The Starboard is designed to change that. This simple but powerful tool makes the complexities of astrology not only understandable but experiential. It bridges astronomy and astrology, allowing anyone—beginner or seasoned student—to see clearly how celestial phenomena translate into astrological meaning. In this 90-minute presentation, you will be guided through a demonstration of The Starboard and invited to ask the questions that have long mystified your relationship with the sky: Why do I sometimes see the Moon during the day? What actually happens during an eclipse? What does it mean when a planet goes retrograde? How do the sidereal and tropical zodiacs differ? By the end, you will not only have answers, but a deeper felt connection with the sky itself—a step toward reclaiming your natural birthright of celestial knowledge.

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