The Art of Holding Space: Wisdom from Astrologer Jessica Lanyadoo

A powerful lesson for therapists, coaches, and anyone who supports others.

This interview is dedicated to my fellow readers. Astrology readers. Tarot readings. Therapists. Coaches. New age consultants. Anyone whose profession is to sit and hold space for another human.

Not you? Keep reading. There’s something in here for you too, I promise.  

You know that one client — or friend or family member — who comes to you with the tragically toxic relationship? Her situationship’s cheated on her six times (once with her sister), he lives in her flat, doesn’t pay rent, and every time she asks what’s going on with them he has the nerve to say — with complete confidence, “I’m just not ready for a relationship.” 

That client. Now, I don’t know about you, but my first instinct is scream RUN. Before she can finish speaking, I’m devising a plan for her to get out now. I’m mentally creating a list of book recs, free resources, lighthearted but empowering memes, etc. etc. 

But you know what? As an astrologer, that’s not my job. 

I’ve learned a lot of things by listening to Jessic…