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11/9/2023 Thursday by Wangmo

Theme: Expanding ideas

With Mercury moving into Sagittarius today you can open your eyes wider to see more around you to inform your ideas and vision. It’s a big picture time. The Moon moves into Libra, and along with Venus in Libra brings a focus on equality, justice, harmony and beauty. Friendship is another strong theme with Libra. The Libran energy serves as a counterweight to the Sun conjunct Mars in Scorpio which can signal war. Libran diplomacy can slow down aggression and offer alternate pathways.

… when you take one idea, formulate something, – and become attached to it, – your universe shrinks. So let your universe become large.~Zen Master Bon Haeng

11/8/2023 Wednesday by Wangmo

Theme: Inner warrior

With the Sun closing in on Mars, forming a conjunction, the warrior energy comes to the fore. Rather than focusing on external combat you can chose to take advantage of this aspect by fighting the ultimate inner foe- the ego – that prevents us from being who we truly are. It is a time of heightened energy so more awareness is needed around physical activity. Venus moves into Libra today providing a counterbalance to times of conflict by seeking harmony and diplomatic solutions in challenging situations.

It is not possible to control all external events; but, if I simply control my mind, what need is there to control other things.~Shantideva

11/6/2023 Monday by Wangmo

Theme: Reflecting

The Moon moves into Virgo today bringing a down to earth focus and attention to details, and animal themes and gardening subjects are engaged. Venus is trine Pluto providing strength in relating to others and fortitude in dealing with difficulties. Saturn opposes the Moon today inviting self-discipline and patience in dealing with immoveable situations. Your communications can tap into other worldly-themes and spiritual contemplations.

If we have a body there will always be problems with the body. If we have a relationship there will always be problems in relationship. If you try to do anything at all in your life there will always be some difficulties. That is how things are. So we should not be surprised that it is that way.~Chime Rigdzin Rinpoche

11/2/2023Thursday by Wangmo & Jampal

Theme: Expansion

With trines and sextiles prominent today there is more flow to activity: you can see the light at the end of the tunnel if you focus in the right direction. With the Sun and Moon in water signs you can tap into compassion for yourself and others more easily, knowing that everyone is suffering in their own way. Scorpio Sun gives fortitude and determination to stay the course while Moon in Cancer gives us the nurturing sustenance of our family, whatever that looks like for you.

When you are constantly alert, you can really enjoy and love. Otherwise, we are always thinking about the next thing, and we can’t really feel life.~Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche

11/1/2023 Wednesday by Wangmo

Theme: Finding the ignition

With an absence of planets in cardinal or fire signs there is less spark to start things. However, with the Moon Void of Course most of the day reinforces that it’s a good time to progress projects you’ve started. The square aspect between Neptune, Moon and Venus increases focus on how the motivation underlying our emotional responses to others isn’t clear. It’s a good day to contemplate cause and result. The disseminating moon phase signals a time of absorption and reflection following the full moon.

If the extension of your Compassion does not include all living beings, you will be unable to find Peace.~Albert Schweitzer

The Moon is Void of Course today between EDT USA 8.36am until 5.30pm. Avoid starting new projects, making new purchases, planning big events or signing contracts during this time. Take time for inner reflection and self-care.

10/31/2023 Tuesday by Wangmo

Theme: Never give up

With Scorpio energy in abundance there is energy to surpass challenges and recover from defeats. There is a transformative quality to the journey that Scorpio embodies: the journey through life’s challenges can turn straw into gold through a transformation in perspective. Venus is trine Uranus today bringing an unexpected twirl in relationships and connections. There is far seeing quality to Uranus which can free up relationships.

…when the Resistance is gone – So are the Demons…~Pema Chodron

10/26/2023 Thursday by Wangmo

Theme: All things considered

With Mars at home in Scorpio conjunct Mercury and the Sun your focus and attention can be laser like. You can really investigate your inner psychology productively. Be aware of the force of your opinions and do not seek to sway others through force or righteousness. There is a mystic rectangle between Uranus, Venus, Ceres and the Moon bringing an opportunity to resolve tension and stress by focusing on more productive, supportive avenues.

Although it is embarrassing and painful, it is very healing to stop hiding from yourself. It is healing to know all the ways that you’re sneaky, all the ways you hide out, all the ways that you shut down, deny, close off, criticize people, all your weird little ways…by knowing yourself you’re coming to know humanness together.~Pema Chodron

10/25/2023 Wednesday by Wangmo

Theme: Awakening and love in the ether

With the Moon conjunct Neptune opposite Venus you can feel an experience of love but you will need to be discerning about your affections. Are they real? What is your motivation. It’s a good time for spiritual practice to sort matters of the heart and follow the thread of compassion in your contemplations. Big questions arise today. With Sun in Scorpio you have opportunities to explore your motivations for what you do.

Take the lowest place, and you shall reach the highest.~Milarepa