Astrology vs. Spirituality with Chani Nicholas

Today’s Life Question of the Week comes from someone having a crisis of faith and wanting to know which path to follow.
Next, Michael welcomes Chani Nicholas. Chani is a Los Angeles-based New York Times bestselling author and astrologer with a community of over one million monthly readers. She has been a counseling astrologer for more than 20 years, guiding people to discover and live out their purpose through understanding their birth chart. Her app, CHANI, offers users a personalized, daily understanding of their birth chart. It has had nearly a million downloads and counting since its launch in December 2020. Chani has been featured in the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Rolling Stone, The New Yorker, Vanity Fair, and on Netflix.
During their insightful and delightful conversation, Michael and Chani discuss:
-Chani’s discovery of astrology as a child through her step-grandmother
-The ancient history of astrology; its relationship with science, astronomy, religion, and medicine; and its cultural and political influence throughout the ages
-Astrology as a tool for self-awareness and self-development, and how to turn what looks like a limitation into a spiritual practice
-That whatever your astrological chart may reveal about where you are, you still get to choose your destiny
-The wildly popular CHANI App -- and a whole lot more!
And as always, Michael concludes with a brief meditation that encapsulates the energy of the episode’s topic.
For more information about Chani, go to chaninicholas.com/. You can also follow her on Instagram, Facebook, and X.
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[@lizettthomas-cc5vw]

Nooo waaaayyyy my two favorite people sharing a conversation!!! This is insanity and a true freaking testament to the era we are to embark on the age of Aquarius is here y’all many thanks for brining two ancient wisdoms together

[@kpkg555]

Michael, I have to say that this is the first I have listened to you. I stumbled upon this episode because I follow Chani. I am a deconstructed Christian-one who left the abuse of an institution to seek my true spiritual life. I am floored by the loving you guidance you gave to your follower in the beginning of this episode. You put decades of thoughts and emotions into such gentle yet affirming language and I was so blessed to hear you explain man made God vs. following Christ’s teachings. Thank you. I will now be following you too!

[@passiturner3239]

Very good segment and Chani and her wife’s company lists of their employee benefits and income is a awesome!

[@CCaravasi]

Two things I took away: 1) I owe myself endurance. (She said it not me) 2) feeling the supportive love I lack is all I need to carry me through to my next unfolding. I don’t know what I’m doing. Or with what I’m doing if it’s working any more. I feel lost and confused. I hope to be guided toward great teachers like she spoke of that can guide me more purposefully.

[@orangeorchid9067]

Such a genuine, warm conversation. It had me smiling the whole time. Thank you for a great interview

[@asciscomagic]

Wonderful, uplifting, inspiring, sparkly conversation! Thank you for your teaching and energy and indeed , being yourself so splendidly! ✨🌟✨🌟✨

[@user-ny7dq7oo3k]

Good morning to you both, what a wonderful blessing and synergy exhibited among two individuals that are champions in spiritual evolution! Thank you and I am so grateful and appreciative for you both! Have an exceptionally awesome day in Southern California! Much love and peace always!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@amora5085]

Chani!!! 💞Definitely my favorite guest so far, thank you so much for this beautiful conversation! You have such beautiful chemistry with one another! Hoping she returns sooner rather than later, and later too! Michael, maybe next time she can share something about your chart! So much love and gratitude! Always ❤

[@Elizabethalvarez49]

I’m so happy with so many different ways of creation to express in many different ways. Thank you Michael Beckwith. Beautiful soul.

[@truthwillsetyoufree2024]

Such beautiful people 💝 thanks for this interview 🙏

[@angelowilliams3910]

thank you

[@lorraine6947]

Love that I landed on this show for the first time. Please tell Chani that I guessed her sign. It’s Scorpio.

[@pamelalarkinmissdivinity]

So it is. So shall it be. I've been to the dark, It does not scare me, I'm a warrior of light, Driven by my past fears, I've turned my years of tears, To a passion of fiece, Unstoppable force I am, I will challenge society norm, To break free from the chains, That once held me back, But no more is the devil at my back, I cleared up all my wrongs, I am paying humanity back with my charms, Of love, devotion, compassion, and care, I am the light, Who lights the way, Am a light of hope & trust, I trust my divine purpose with an Unstoppable faith, I've been to the darkness, on my journey, on my path, I had to experience the darkness so I could show others the way, That at the end of that dark tunnel, you will feel and see the light, Just trust the process, It always turns out great, More than you can imagine, Love and light all the way, I am the oracle, the Wayshower, that guides the way, I will never give up on humanity, That's the only way. So it is, thy will be done. I lead with my heart. Pamela from Scotland UK ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@dalilaramos3851]

One I can’t believe y’all did an interview together, this is mind blowing. Two Chani is the best and her app is ALWAYS on point!

[@dianeortiz2108]

Love Chani ❤ I love discovering new enlighten souls ! So fun

[@charlinamaxwell3595]

I actually can't believe my two favorite people on a podcast, Micheal I love to see you laugh with the guest, and Chani as always you glow. LOVE

[@lynetteevans7888]

Wonderful, so enjoyable, much appreciated, thank you 😊 both 🙏

[@veroperez8391]

What a fun interview. Thank you and many blessings !

[@relaxmeditationlab7323]

This conversation resonated on so many levels ❤

[@user-ro2nr2oi1k]

Well said! VERY WELL!

[@be1girl]

Good morning! Thank you so much. Such a great interaction to witness.

[@SuperJoeyFilms]

such a beautiful convo - I've been eyeing the job postings from her and growing my skills in prep for jumping in. Epic. Thank you for the converation

[@ms.lorenzo4258]

I remember seeing a job posting for her company a couple of years ago. She required people to be vaxxed to work there. Definitely made me look at her differently.

[@suzettehester4592]

Omg thanks for the way you explain that letter, I have gained so much just from you explaining it. I am glad you are here🎉💯

[@Mystic_mana_vedic_astrologer]

Thank you, Chani is lovely! I have never come across her before. She has warm and genuine energy. ❤

[@jbukenya80]

Her laugh is SOO WONDERFUL AND GOLDEN. I love her app.

[@InteractiveRootsProd]

Love this conversation! We shouldn't always follow waze (blindly) - it can lead us to bottlenecks bc it's leading people the same way...I understand the comparison as a map here, AND we should discern what makes sense for our inner compass too.

[@miawiggins5760]

I always look forward to these revelatory talks!

[@PureLoveOneness]

Thank you so much for this! Such a beautiful energy you both have & share, really opened my heart & inspired me for sure! Love & blessings from Finland! 💜✨

[@jacobsokoloff2189]

❤great show thank you!!

[@rae-leewilliams6712]

I love Chani!! I’ve gifted her book to two of my friends.

[@msvickisanders]

This was lovely information ❤ Thank you both❤

[@ALMAENCASA]

I m waiting for her book❤👏👏👏

[@aziebgebrehiwet9209]

Thank you so much ❤

[@BeHolistic]

2 favourite higher mind soul public cancerian people. ❤

[@soultrekotc6635]

Great answer to Abby’s question ❤

[@LateciaPearson]

This is awesome

[@Elizabethalvarez49]

I love you Michael Beckwith. Such a joy to

[@AiiiD26]

I'm loving these TBYM podcasts 🙏🏾❤️

[@heidimay9510]

What a lovely pair to have in conversation. And such great information made so accessible by them.

[@suzettehester4592]

This was great🎉🎉

[@francellawilkins4433]

Thank you Rev. and Chani Nicholas for that fruitful conversation, it was intersting, inspiring and educational. ✨💫✍🙌 "The right use of Astrology is actuallly empowering".🌕💡 A map / tool is insight to who I am and to what makes me tick.👁 Peace and Blessings to both of you. 🤞🙏💟📿

[@andrearoyehealandtransform9609]

Really uplifting love the laughter, joy and wisdom ❤

[@marthaalicia25]

Omg yes! Two of my favorites! Can't wait to tune in! 🤗

[@elizabethcamacho9066]

OMG I love Chani and love you Rev and how awesome to see this convo!! Love this!!!!!!

[@cashemawo]

What a beautiful conversation! Thank you both 🥰🙏🏾

[@Numina_]

Much love to you both grateful for sharing your wisdom and energy.

[@SecretsofTarot777]

Glad I got to sit in on this conversation. It was in sync with my current challenges and goals. Very informative. Great podcast!

[@brittanydianefentress]

❤ I love Chani and her book and app! I recommend the app to everyone I know. Another fun, inspiring podcast!!!!! Thank you

[@Jasminetheleo-]

Such an uplifting episode ✨🫶🏽

[@Elizabethalvarez49]

Yes!

[@jodiegall3366]

❤

[@esthersanchez2264]

Always thought the 3 Wise Men who came to gift the Baby Jesus were astrologers! 😊❤

[@zevan6147]

✌️

[@tatyknight888]

Watching this on a day like today was so uplifting. Loving to hear all MB teachings 🙏🏼❤️

[@marjoriemischeaux9337]

I can so relate to today's question share. I too traveled that path 36 yrs ago upon my 1st enlightment experience. Christian teaching is yet a deep root, yet with expansive understanding. Your response was perfect Rev.

[@zevan6147]

🤜🤛

[@roberth2627]

1st saw Chani Nicholas about 4 years ago..she talked about some events world wide ..that surfaced doing that time & manifested..been a fan every since.. Thanks for having her on talking about astrology. I always remember, that it was the three wise men that used the stars ( astrology)to locate , the baby Jesus The Christ

[@lmetuk192]

Hello… before the wise men were guided to look at the star and ANGEL boldly came before them and told them to. No where in Jesus’s story does it say to keep being guided by the stars and receive direction. Research the history and actual truth about astrology. Jesus Christ does not ask us to be guided by anything else except HIM. His Spirit, not any power, might, or circumstance. All things were made through Him and to Him. Please spend a little more time in the Word and ask God to reveal to you Truth. He will surely do it.

[@roberth2627]

@@lmetuk192 For one it's a myth no real factual historical evidence,the bible like other books of faith are parables ,which hold the truth for the individual ..Just like the story of the Exodus has no historical basis..No ancient Egyptian records show such an event..in their chronicles.which the ancient Egyptian recorded everything..That does not diminish is spiritual lessons about the oppressed..You should goggle " Astrology In The Bible " for you don't know the bible as you profess ...The age of Pisces which we are leaving is " I Believe " & the age of Aquarius Is " I Know". which we are now entering..

[@inspirationalempressoflove220]

I can't seem to find the Netflix special he mentioned she is featured in....does anyone know the name of it please?

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[@oracleKING]

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[@deniashores9620]

👎🏻👎🏻👎🏻

[@EB-fe2pr]

This was awesome! Thank you! I had a reading with @homegirlastrology ! She's sooo accurate and helpful! ⭐