Tibetan Buddhist Altar

Theme:  Some Movement

Mercury and Venus have moved away from their challenge with Neptune improving communications and relationships, but there is still a fog around the Sun. This can definitely affect vitality. If you have caught a virus recently you should be free of it in a couple of days, although a return to usual energy levels will take a little longer.
Moon conjunct Pluto will help bring focus to our reactive emotional patterns and assist bringing change if we take responsibility.

“ It works if you work it.” Alcoholics Anonymous

The Moon is void of course today from 11:07 pm until 11:15 pm EDT. Do not make any major decisions during this time period.

Theme:   Confusion….. Again?!

If you were confused by events yesterday, expect more of the same today. Neptune is squaring Sun, Venus and Mercury all at the same time.
Do you feel either you or your world are upside down at the moment? Hard to find things? Your keys, your words, your mind?
Know that you are not alone and then there’s the heat dome! With 3 planets in Cancer ( a water sign) you would think there might be an abundance of water falling from the skies, but the only water you will find is in taps or the ocean.
Cancer is all about nurturing, so please take care of yourself and others. Hydrate and stay out of the sun today.

“ It’s okay to be confused. Confusion is the route to all clarity in the world.”
Shah Rukh Khan

Theme:  Half full or half empty?

Do not let yourself be carried away by subconscious feelings today. The feelings themselves maybe deluded and not stable.
The Moon still in Sagittarius strives for truth as it moves closer to the full moon.
Sun has just moved into Cancer bringing a wish to pull up the drawbridge and protectively nurture those we  are close to plus ourselves.
If we are open to the higher vibration of Neptune, it can, like the mists of Avalon, clear and show us how to love universally and less on just a personal level.

“ If love is universal, no one can be left out.”
Deepak Chopra

The Moon is Void of Course today from 6.58pm until 7.08pm EDT. Do not make any big decisions during this time period 

6/20/2024 Thursday by Wangmo

Theme: Approaching the mid-point

The Solstice is nearly upon us – bringing a reminder of seasonal change at the height of summer or winter depending on where you live and the associated rituals that accompany that. Of course if you live on the equator you’re equidistant! The Moon is nearly full, heightening emotions, and is square Saturn reminding you of the limitations you inevitably have to deal with. With the Moon in Sagittarius optimism counterbalances any Saturnian pessimism.

It doesn’t matter where you practice, so try not to be too fussy. If you are, you risk expending all your time and energy on creating, in minute detail, the right conditions for practice and leave no time at all for the practice itself.~Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche

6/18/2024 Tuesday by Wangmo

Theme: Watchfulness and Welcomness

With the Moon conjunct Pallas Athena and going opposite Uranus today it’s time to put on your wisdom hat when dealing anything outside your experience, whether it’s technological or emotional. In other words, how you react is a litmus test on where you’re at. With Venus and Mercury holding hands (conjunct) it’s really such a helpful time for communication and reaching out to others through a heart connection.

Me, me, me, me, me, me, me, me, me. Everyday we chant this like a mantra from morning to night. Think carefully. Really. Look inside.~Kyabgon Phakchok Rinpoche.

6/17/2024 Monday by Wangmo

Theme: The soft innards!

With Venus and Mercury now in the sign of Cancer expect more sensitivity and imagination, in equal measure, are on the rise. Cancer is a water sign so emotions fuel relationships and communications more than usual. Home in all it’s manifestations, and nurturing, are key themes. Cancer is the crab so the hard exterior others see can belie the inner reality. How will you break through your defensive shell? With the Moon in Scorpio it’s a kind of over-flowing day for those who can see.

One who knows does not speak; one who speaks does not know.~Lao Tzu

Theme:  A Positive Shift

Sun and Moon are in harmonious aspect to each other, reflecting inner harmony. As everything is in balance your energy flows easily without obstruction. You feel at ease with others and they with you. This also brings vitality once more, which is greatly appreciated.
Jupiter and Pluto are also working to make  positive changes in your life. This can occur through some form of success or even power coming to you, but will only be truly beneficial if you strive to improve conditions for all.

“ What they call you is one thing. What you answer to is something else.”
Lucille Clifton

Theme: Expressions of Love

Venus and Mercury are moving away from the Sun highlighting ways we express love. It’s easier to express emotions due to distinctions between the mental and emotional being removed. Expression of feelings can be synthesized through the arts, if so inclined.
The challenge today is Neptune bringing considerable confusion; communications can be misunderstood or not even delivered. It’s important not to hold back on information as that will only increase the confusion. It can even indicate a breakdown of relationships due to an unreal expectation of others.
The positive side of these transits is that if you are spiritually focused and your compassion is strongly developed you find this time helpful in deepening your devotion and commitment to caring for others.

“ No matter what path you’re following compassion is the only way to realization.”
Jetsunma Ahkon Lhamo

Theme:  Rocking the Boat

A T-square has formed with Venus, Sun, Mercury all at the apex, affecting areas of relationships, self expression and communication. The basis is Moon Neptune which brings a sense of groundlessness. Experiencing strange moods with heightened sensitivity can bring confusion due to lack of clarity. This is a mutable T square which can make it hard to concentrate and focus can be very scattered. Meditation may be useful during this time, helping tame the mind and bringing peace and stability to our day.

“ If we are not fully ourselves, truly in the present moment, we miss everything.”
Thich Nhat Hanh